Cosmetology State Board Prep

An independent study tool for the cosmetology state board written exam — the full operator license, not one specialty. 1,000 original practice questions, every one explained.

WEIGHTED LIKE THE REAL EXAM
The cosmetology license exam is not evenly split, and neither is this question bank. Hair care and services is 45% of it, scientific concepts 35%, skin 10%, nails 10% — matching the national written blueprint. You spend your time where the test actually spends its questions, instead of drilling nail theory for a third of your study hours.

WHAT YOU GET
- 1,000 practice questions across all 4 exam areas, blueprint-weighted.
- An explanation on every question, plus a rationale for each answer choice — why the right one is right and the others are wrong.
- 210 flashcards and 21 study notes across all 21 topics.
- Full-length timed mock exam: 100 items, 90 minutes, 75% to pass.
- Four practice modes: Smart Review (spaced repetition that brings back what you are about to forget), Weak Areas, Shuffle, and the timed mock.
- 3-stage learning per topic: skim the key points, drill flashcards, then quiz.
- Missed-question review so you go straight at what you missed.
- A readiness gauge and study streak on the home screen, plus a planner built around your test date.
- Study offline: questions, flashcards and notes need no internet. No account, no sign-up. (Purchase and restore need a connection.)

ALL 4 EXAM AREAS
Hair Care and Services (45%) · Scientific Concepts (35%) · Skin Care and Services (10%) · Nail Care and Services (10%).

TOPICS COVERED
Hair and scalp consultation and analysis. Shampooing, conditioning and scalp care. Haircutting, sectioning and tools. Hairstyling, thermal and wet styling. Chemical texture services — permanent waving, relaxers and curl reduction. Haircoloring and lightening, formulation and correction. Basic chemistry and the pH scale, acid and alkaline effects on hair and skin. Anatomy and physiology. Infection control, disinfection and state sanitation rules. Electricity and light therapy. Facials, hair removal and makeup application. Manicuring, pedicuring and nail enhancements. Nail disorders and diseases. Salon business, ethics and client care.

GREAT FOR
Beauty school students getting ready for the state board written exam, graduates retaking it, and licensed cosmetologists testing in a new state. If you are testing for skin only, look for an esthetician-specific app instead — this one is weighted for the full cosmetology license.

REVIEWED FOR 2026
Content updates are published when available, at no extra cost.

ONE-TIME PURCHASE
Unlock all 1,000 questions, every topic, the timed mock exam, and the missed-question review with one Premium purchase.
- Pay once. No subscription, no auto-renewal, no ads.
- Restore on any device signed in to the same store account.
- Try it first: the first 5 items in every exam area are free.

DISCLAIMER — OFFICIAL SOURCES & GOVERNMENT DISCLOSURE
This app is an independent study aid for educational use only. It is not a government app and does not represent any government agency. It is NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any state board of cosmetology, the National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC), or any other government agency or testing body. It does not issue, renew, verify, or facilitate any license. All questions, explanations, notes and flashcards are original, concept-based study items — NOT actual, past, or recalled exam questions. Licensing rules, exam format and passing scores are set by each state board and differ by state. Content is provided "as is" with no guarantee of accuracy or of passing.
For official licensing requirements, eligibility, fees and testing procedures, verify with your state board of cosmetology or the NIC: https://www.nictesting.org

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Recent changes:
- Redesigned the app icon — it is no longer cropped on the home screen.
- The splash screen logo now matches the app icon.
- Fixed in-app purchase not starting (missing configuration key).