4 Flashcards
How can an esthetician help a client who has edema?
Using modalities that help move fluid
Epidermal discoloration improves with exfoliation and:
use of products that block melanin production
How long after performing a chemical exfoliation or microdermabrasion service should follow-up be completed?
48-72 hrs
What is the purpose for using hydration during the Balance phase of skin care?
ensure proper water content in the skin
What are the 4 Cās in order
Connect, Consult, Create, Complete
When in the Consult, what are the 4 steps for skin assessment and recommendation
Observe, Analyze, Treat, Teach
Microdermabrasion is used for clients with what kind of skin concerns?
Aging, Acne, Texture, Pigmentation
During which phase is microdermabrasion performed
During the Increase phase
Benefits of microdermabrasion
Removes dead skin cells, improves microcirculation, texture, fine lines, acne scars
Most common microdermabrasion devices
crystal, diamond tip, hydradermabrasion
Function of particle microdermabrasion
device that uses electronic vacuum to spray particles onto the skin
What is the function of non particle microdermabrasion
Device that uses an electronic vacuum with abrasive tips
Toner is added during which step of the microdermabrasion treatment?
Protect
How many zones is the face separated into for the Exfoliate step of a microdermabrasion treatment?
6
Relevant client attributes and characteristics combined with the financial value of a client are referred to as the:
client factor
What improvements does a chemical peel provide
texture, fine lines, pigmentation, hydration, scarring
How do superficial and light peels impact the layer(s) of the skin?
up to 0.1 mm (.0040ā) of the epidermis
What is a contraindication from a sudoriferous gland disorder?
miliaria rubra
Microdermabrasion is performed during which phase of a facial treatment?
Increase phase
Identifying health history includes medications, skin history and:
current products
What carrier oil is good for reducing wrinkles, stretch marks and scars?
grapeseed oil
Which type of peel can be performed by an esthetician in a skin care center?
light peel
