Advanced Facial Devices

Question 1

Crystal vs Diamond

Answer 1

Crystal is more like a sand blaster

Question 2

Crystals used

Answer 2

Aluminum Oxide/Organic/Sodium Bicarbonate

Question 3

Microdermabrasion Indications

Answer 3

Rhytids
Photo Damage
Rough Texture and Tone
Acne Scarring 
Keratosis Pilaris

Question 4

Microdermabrasion ContraIndications

Answer 4

Rosacea
open lesions
active acne
accutane 
pregnancy

Question 5

Technique Sensitive

Answer 5

number of passes
strength of vacuum
speed of pass
pressure
type of wand

Question 6

Galvanic

Answer 6

Disincrustation

Ionophoresis

Question 7

3 things to consider before purchasing equipment

Answer 7

does it fit your business plan
will your client pay for the base of the device
what services are offered

Question 8

New

Answer 8

under warranty
latest technology
excellent training
marketing tools

Question 9

Used

Answer 9

less expensive
expired warranties
history investigation

Question 10

Woods Lamp Light

Answer 10

Filtered Black Light

Question 11

Color Code for Woods Lamp

Answer 11

Brown - pigmentation
Orange - oil
Yellow - Bacteria
Purple - dehydration
White - Hypopigmentation/dry skin
Blue - Normal

Question 12

How deep does the woods lamp allow you to see?

Answer 12

papillary layer of dermis

Question 13

Mag Lamp

Answer 13

“loupe”

magnifies and has a light barrier

Question 14

Woods Lamp

Answer 14

Gives an idea of what is happening underneath skin

Question 15

Steamer

Answer 15

Opens pores
Deeper Penetration
gives slip

Question 16

High Frequency

Answer 16

Kills Bacteria

Hair Growth

Question 17

Galvanic

Answer 17

Disincrustation - softens skin

Ionophoresis - product penetration

Question 18

Vacuum

Answer 18

Stimulates blood flow

Stimulates Lymph

Question 19

Sprayer

Answer 19

adds slip/smell

Question 20

Rotary Brush

Answer 20

light exfoliation

drives product deeper

Question 21

Red Flags

Answer 21

Cosmetic Info through the media
Want to negotiate fees
Have body Dysmorphic Disorder
Demand Extreme make overs
Move clinic to clinic because of dissatisfaction

Question 22

LED

Answer 22

Light Emitting Diode

Question 23

IPL

Answer 23

Intense Pulse Light

Question 24

Aminolevulinic Acid (Kerastick)

Answer 24

Enhances photosensitivity

used to treat acne

Question 25

process of Aminolevulinic Acid

Answer 25

Painted on the skin with a kerastick Exposed to a light source Cooling Wand Avoid sun 2-3 days

Question 26

Electromagnetic Spectrum

Answer 26

made up of all forms of energy whose spectrum ranges from longest wave to shortest

Question 27

Microcurrent

Answer 27

Facial toning Used to treat loss of facial muscle Galvanic and Faradic Current

Question 28

Electrodesication Indications CI's

Answer 28

uses low to high levels of RF evaporates cellular fluid Milia / Skin Tags / telangectases Open wounds / pregnant / pace maker

Question 29

Ultrasonic Indications CI's

Answer 29

Cavitation - Exfoliates Sonophoresis - penetrates microamp - promotes overall health acne / aging / dry thin skin / electrical implants / diabetes

Question 30

Derma-planing Indication CI's

Answer 30

Manual Exfoliation using a scapel Dead Skin Systic Acne

Question 31

Microneedling

Answer 31

controlled wound that produces growth of fibroblasts