Barber shaving drill

10 questions · Untimed · Explanation after each question

Hot towels and lather, the four razor strokes, stretching the skin, shaving with the grain, nicks and contraindications, beard and mustache design. Part of the NIC Facial Hair and Skin Care Services domain (15% of the exam).

Line drawing of a lather brush in a shaving mug, an open straight razor, a steaming rolled hot towel and an aftershave bottle

Before you start

Ten questions on one topic, with an explanation after each answer.
Check each answer to see the explanation before moving on. Checked answers cannot be changed.

Original practice questions written for barber written exams. Independent preparation, not affiliated with NIC, PSI, Pearson VUE, TDLR, the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology, the Florida DBPR or any state board.