Mississippi Cosmetology Board Practice Exam

Which of the following services does a licensed cosmetologist provide?

1. Nail art and extensions

2. Hair cutting, coloring, styling, and skin care services

3. Makeup application only

4. Massage therapy

The correct answer is: Hair cutting, coloring, styling, and skin care services

A licensed cosmetologist is specifically trained to provide a wide range of beauty and personal care services. Among these, hair cutting, coloring, and styling are fundamental services, as well as skin care treatments. Cosmetology encompasses both hair and skin care, making this combination of services integral to the practice. While nail art and extensions are services that might be provided by a nail technician, they fall outside the standard scope of practice for a licensed cosmetologist. Makeup application is indeed a service offered, but it is just one aspect of what cosmetologists can do; hence, it is not comprehensive enough to represent the full range of services they provide. Massage therapy, on the other hand, typically requires a separate form of licensure and training, distinguishing it from the services a cosmetologist offers. Therefore, the correct answer reflects the broader skill set and services that licensed cosmetologists are qualified to perform, including hair and skin care.