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Cosmetology Board Prep
BeautyLive on App StoreCosmetology Exam Prep is an iOS app for the state cosmetology board theory exam — it includes 1,000+ practice questions covering hair color, chemical services, nail care, skin care, sanitation, and anatomy, plus a built-in chemical service reference for color timing and formulation, for $99.99 with lifetime access, no subscription, works offline.
iOS · Android coming soon · Free to download · $99.99 one-time unlock
Everything You Need to Pass Your State Cosmetology Board Exam
Chemical Service Reference
Chemical service reference — oxidation, pH, and timed processing charts
1,000+ Practice Questions
1,000+ cosmetology state board questions covering theory and sanitation
Works Offline
Full offline access — study in the salon or anywhere without Wi-Fi
Progress Tracking
Per-topic progress tracking across all cosmetology board exam categories
What’s on the Cosmetology Board Exam?
Topic weights are approximate. VoltExam’s question bank covers every topic area above.
How It Works
Step 01
Download Free
Free to download on the App Store — unlock everything once for $99.99.
Step 02
Practice Daily
Built-in calculators you'll use on the job — not just quizzes.
Step 03
Pass First Try
$99.99 once. No subscriptions. No recurring fees.
Pricing
VoltExam
$99.99one-time
- ✓ Pay once, use forever
- ✓ No monthly fees
- ✓ Full offline access
- ✓ All updates included
Competitors
$60–$180/year
- ✕ Subscription required
- ✕ Lose access if you cancel
- ✕ Often requires Wi-Fi
- ✕ Recurring fees forever
Cosmetologists Who Passed Their State Board Exam First Try
“Passed my certification on the first try. The built-in calculator is exactly what the exam tests.”
— A. Johnson, Tradesperson, Texas
“Best $99.99 I've spent on exam prep. The practice questions are harder than the real test — in the best way.”
— M. Williams, Tradesperson, Florida
Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the cosmetology state board exam?
Most state cosmetology board written exams have 60–100 multiple-choice questions covering theory: hair color, chemical services, nail and skin care, sanitation, anatomy, and state law. Passing scores are typically 70–75%. Separate practical exams test hands-on skills.
What topics are on the cosmetology theory exam?
The theory exam covers trichology (hair science and disorders), hair coloring and lightening chemistry, permanent wave and relaxer chemistry, infection control and sanitation, skin analysis and facial techniques, nail structure and artificial nail services, electricity and cosmetic chemistry, and state cosmetology laws and regulations.
How hard is the cosmetology board exam?
Pass rates vary by state — typically 60–80% on the first attempt for the theory portion. The most commonly failed sections are infection control (sanitation rules) and chemical services (color and perm formulation). VoltExam's Cosmetology Prep focuses on these high-yield areas.
Do I need to pass both a written and practical cosmetology exam?
Yes. Most states require both a theory (written) exam and a practical (hands-on) skills exam. Some states use Pivot Point or Milady-based assessments. VoltExam covers the theory portion — the written knowledge test.
Free Cosmetology Board Prep Practice Questions
Browse topic-by-topic in your browser — no app required
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