Arkansas Esthetician Practice Exam

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Which type of hair is described as soft, downy hair on the body at birth?

Terminal
Lanugo
Vellus
Barba

The correct answer is: Lanugo

At birth, newborn babies are often covered in soft, downy hair known as lanugo. This type of hair is usually not seen in adults, except in certain medical conditions. The other options describe different types of body hair that typically appear after puberty. Terminal hair, option A, is thicker and darker hair that grows in areas like the scalp, armpits, and pubic region. Vellus hair, option C, is a lighter, shorter, and more fine type of hair that is found all over the body. Barba, option D, is a term used to describe the hair that grows on a man's face, commonly referred to as a beard. None of these options describe the soft, downy hair found on newborns, making option B the correct answer.