← Skin Analysis – California Esthetician State Board Exam

Free Skin Analysis – California Esthetician State Board Exam Practice Test (2026)

85 questions · 90 min · 70% to pass

85 Questions · 90 Minutes · 70% to Pass

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Sample Questions

Question 1

What characteristic defines oily skin when observed during a skin analysis?

Answer: Oily skin is characterized by excess sebum production, giving the skin a shiny appearance, enlarged pores, and a tendency toward comedones and acne breakouts.

Question 2

What are the four basic skin types recognized in esthetics?

Answer: Normal, oily, dry, and combination are the four basic skin types used to classify a client's skin.

Question 3

What is the difference between dry skin and dehydrated skin?

Answer: Dry skin is a skin type lacking oil (sebum), while dehydrated skin is a temporary condition in which any skin type lacks water (moisture) in the stratum corneum.

Question 4

Which skin type is characterized by an oily T-zone and dry or normal cheeks?

Answer: Combination skin features an oily T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin) with dry or normal cheeks, requiring different treatment approaches in each zone.

Question 5

What skin type is most prone to fine lines, tight sensation after cleansing, and flakiness?

Answer: Dry skin (alipidic skin) is most prone to fine lines, tightness after cleansing, and flakiness due to insufficient sebum production.