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QUESTION 8 OF 24HAIR STRUCTURE · 45%

Which hair layer contains most natural pigment?

ACuticle

BCortex

CMedulla only

DFollicle wall

Why this is correct

Most melanin and the major structural changes from chemical services occur in the cortex.

NIC national theory content outline · Hair Care and Services

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Complete subject catalog

All 22 foundation subjects.

Current state-specific question coverage is labeled separately. General foundation content is never described as a state-specific replica.

IC
Infection Control & Safety

Cleaning, disinfection, exposure response and cross-contamination.

40-question study target
AP
Anatomy & Physiology

Hair, skin, nail anatomy and body systems used in cosmetology.

35-question study target
CH
Cosmetology Chemistry

pH, product behavior, solutions and chemical reactions.

35-question study target
EL
Electricity & Tool Safety

Electrical terms, appliance inspection and safe tool handling.

33-question study target
HS
Hair Structure & Analysis

Porosity, elasticity, texture, density and strand structure.

43-question study target
SC
Scalp Care

Scalp analysis, shampoo selection, massage and contraindications.

30-question study target
HD
Hair Disorders & Diseases

Recognize common conditions and know when not to perform a service.

30-question study target
HC
Haircutting

Elevation, lines, angles, guides, cross-checking and safety.

35-question study target
ST
Hairstyling

Wet styling, thermal styling, braiding and design principles.

35-question study target
CO
Haircolor

Color theory, tests, formulation, lightening and application.

35-question study target
PW
Chemical Texture — Perming

Rod selection, wrapping, reduction, test curls and neutralization.

35-question study target
RX
Chemical Texture — Relaxing

Hair analysis, base protection, application and incompatibilities.

35-question study target
WG
Wigs & Hair Additions

Construction, fitting, care, extensions and safe removal.

30-question study target
SS
Skin Structure

Skin layers, glands, functions, types and analysis.

35-question study target
SD
Skin Disorders

Visible conditions, contraindications and referral boundaries.

30-question study target
FC
Facials

Consultation, cleansing, massage, masks and service safety.

30-question study target
HR
Hair Removal

Waxing, tweezing, growth direction and contraindications.

32-question study target
NS
Nail Structure

Natural nail anatomy, growth and surrounding tissue.

30-question study target
ND
Nail Disorders & Diseases

Recognize serviceable conditions and contraindications.

30-question study target
NE
Nail Enhancements

Tips, wraps, monomer/polymer and light-cured products.

35-question study target
JOB
On the Job

Consultation, ergonomics, records and professional conduct.

30-question study target
BIZ
Salon Ownership & Business

Scheduling, inventory, service records and basic operations.

30-question study target