Illinois Cosmetology Examination Practice Questions
100 original questions with cited readings, answer explanations, and feedback for each alternative.
Approved after AI editorial review on 2026-10-30. These are original practice questions, not official Continental Testing Services (CTS) administers the examination for Illinois licensure; computer-administered at PSI test centers exam questions.
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Practice coverage
This bank uses the following practice allocation. Check the official exam outline for current ranges and requirements.
- Salon Safety and Sanitation (infections, draping, sanitation, diseases and disorders, tools, gloves and chemicals, health and safety regulations, medical emergencies and blood): 32%
- Analyze and Treat Scalp, Hair, Skin and Nails: 11%
- Cut and Style Hair (advising clients, cutting, reducing bulk, styling, thermal styling and drying, wigs and extensions): 13%
- Waving and Relaxing (client characteristics, perming and relaxing, product effects, selecting and using products): 13%
- Hair Coloring and Lightening (client characteristics, coloring and lightening, product effects, safety and sanitation): 13%
- Nail Services (implements, artificial nails, manicures and pedicures, safety and sanitation): 9%
- Skin Services (makeup, selecting and using products, removing unwanted hair, safety and sanitation): 9%