NIC theory exams · Cosmetology & Esthetics
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Chemical Hair Services · 46 of 110
To neutralize unwanted orange (brassy) tones after lightening, a stylist would choose a toner with:
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Hair care is 45% of the cosmetology exam. Scientific concepts are 55% of esthetics. Practice exams and your readiness score follow each outline's weighting, so you don't over-study a 10% section while a 45% one slips by.
NIC 2022 outline
Cosmetology
Infection control, anatomy, chemistry, haircutting, haircolor, chemical texture, skin and nails.
610 questions in the app · 63 free
Free cosmetology practice testNIC 2025 outline
Esthetics
Infection control, skin science, chemistry, facials, devices, makeup, hair removal and advanced treatments.
430 questions in the app · 44 free
Free esthetics practice testThe real exam, by the numbers
- 110
- questions
- 90 min
- time limit
- 75%
- to pass in most states
- 2022
- cosmetology outline
- 2025
- esthetics outline
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