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Ch. 10: Facials Flashcards

1
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Regular exercise, a well-balanced diet, and an adequate intake of water are all elements of…

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proper skin care

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How often is the basic regimen of cleansing, toning, moisturizing, and protecting recommended to be followed?

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twice daily

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What step in the basic skin care regimen is specifically designed to remove dirt, oil, makeup, and environmental pollutants from the surface of the skin?

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Cleansing

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What is the final step of the basic skin care regimen that deals with harmful UVA and UVB rays projected from the sun?

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Protecting

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What SPF number is recommended for sports or swimming when perspiration or water can wash away the sunscreen?

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30

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The most effective sunscreens contain ingredients that act as both ____ and ____.

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blockers; absorbers

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What works in conjunction with other ingredients to cause a chemical reaction to remove dead skin cells?

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Chemical exfoliant

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What mask type is most ideal for dry skin?

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Crème masks

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What mask type seals the skin, locking in moisture and creating a firm, taut feeling after removal?

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Modeling mask

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What type of mask increases circulation and promotes penetration of nutrients or ingredients applied underneath it?

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Paraffin mask

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What is the systematic, therapeutic method of manipulating the body by rubbing, pinching, tapping, kneading, or stroking?

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Massage

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Tighter or firmer muscles, stronger muscle tissue, and stimulation of glandular activities of the skin are all benefits of ____.

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massage

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A light, relaxing, smooth, gentle, stroking, or circular movement used in massage is ____.

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effleurage

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What is probably the most important of the massage movements?

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Petrissage

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15
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Which area should not be stimulated by petrissage movements?

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Eyes

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The massage movement that’s the most stimulating and is used for the shortest period of time is ____.

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tapotement

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17
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A massage motion that resembles a chopping movement using the edge of the hands is known as ____.

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hacking

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What is a form of friction performed by holding the client’s arm in one hand and lifting the skin firmly up and down over the bone with the other hand?

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Chucking

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The shaking movement achieved when the esthetician quickly shakes their arms while the fingertips or palms are touching the client is called ____.

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vibration

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20
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Previous stroke, heart conditions, and high blood pressure are contraindications for ____.

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massage

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Which skin type displays few breakouts or clogged pores?

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Normal

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Which skin type lacks sebum production and appears thin and delicate?

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Dry

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Which skin type is less likely to display fine lines and wrinkles?

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Oily

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What is the most common skin type?

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Combination

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Lack of firmness, increased dryness, and apparent lines and wrinkles are qualities of what skin type?

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Mature/ aging

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26
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____ skin displays fine dilated capillaries.

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Couperose

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____ is a vascular disorder characterized by flushed redness, dilated capillaries, and small red bumps.

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Rosacea

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28
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____ is a condition caused by overactivity of the sebaceous glands that generally occurs during adolescence.

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Acne

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29
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If the esthetician suspects a medical condition, they should…

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refer the client to a dermatologist or specialist

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30
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What skin care product assists in cleansing the skin and returning oily skin to a normal pH?

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Astringent

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31
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Which type of skin care equipment allows a thorough examination of the skin’s surface?

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Magnifying lamp

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32
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A(n) ____ ____ relaxes the client and softens the skin to allow for penetration of a product.

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infrared lamp

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33
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What equipment allows for superficial exfoliation and deep cleansing of the skin?

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Rotating brush

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34
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Proper procedure for infection control and safety recommends storing products in a (cool/warm) place.

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cool

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35
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When should an esthetician wash and sanitize hands?

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Before and after every client

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36
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_____ solution is highly alkaline and liquefies sebum.

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Desincrustation

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37
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About how long should a face mask be left to set?

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5-10 minutes

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38
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Which current is used to amplify the effects of massage movements for relaxation and stimulation?

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Indirect High Frequency

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The step in the skin care regimen designed to compensate for the unavoidable losses the skin sustains through aging and exposure to the environment is ____.

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moisturizing

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What type of mask increases circulation and promotes penetration of nutrients or ingredients applied underneath it?

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Paraffin mask

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41
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The method of massage used to soothe muscles and relax the sensory nerve endings at the surface of the skin is called ____.

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Effleurage

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42
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Which type of massage should NEVER be used on a client with sensitive skin or certain skin conditions such as acne or rosacea?

A

Tapotement

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43
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Heightened sensitivity is exhibited in which skin type?

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Dry

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44
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When examining the chin area during a skin analysis, you should check for…

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Excess sebum and clogged pores

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45
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It is recommended that you explain the treatment, the products to be used and the price of the service during which service phase?

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Agreement Phase

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46
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A Direct High Frequency treatment is best suited for skin that is…

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oily or acneic

47
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Which current cannot be used while wearing gloves?

A

Indirect High Frequency

48
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Ventouse is another term for…

A

vacuum or suction attachment

49
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The liquification process used during desincrustation is called ____.

A

saponification

50
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The treatment in which blockages in the skin, such as clogged pores, pimples or blackheads are broken down to aid in the extraction process is called _____.

A

desincrustation

51
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If an electric vaporizer or steamer is not available, an option is to use a(n)…

A

steaming towel

52
Q

What is the first step in performing a basic facial?

A

Wash and sanitize hands

53
Q

During which stage of a facial procedure does steaming occur?

A

After applying exfoliant

54
Q

What procedure is one of the most requested services in the skin care center?

A

Basic facial

55
Q

____ assists in preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin.

A

Antiseptic

56
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____ ____ removes impurities from the skin.

A

Cleansing crème

57
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____ cleanses skin and returns oily skin to a normal pH.

A

Astringent

58
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____ assists in cleansing skin and returns normal to dry skin to a normal pH.

A

Toner

59
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____ ____ removes dead skin cells by using enzymes or alpha hydroxy acids.

A

Chemical exfoliant

60
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____ ____ removes dead skin cells by using a granular product manipulated on the skin; also called facial scrub.

A

Manual exfoliant

61
Q

____ ____ reduces friction and provides slip to the skin.

A

Massage crème/oil

62
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A ____ mask absorbs excess oil, prevents clogging, and tightens and refines pores.

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Clay/Mud

63
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A ____ mask hydrates and moisturizes.

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crème

64
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A ____ mask calms and soothes skin.

A

gel

65
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A ____ mask delivers beneficial ingredients.

A

modeling

66
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A ____ mask increases circulation and promotes product penetration.

A

paraffin

67
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____ hydrates and protects the skin.

A

Moisturizer

68
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____ ____ protects and treats the delicate eye area.

A

Eye product

69
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____ protects skin from UVA and UVB rays.

A

Sunscreen

70
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A(n) ____ ____ uses warm, humid mist to open follicles.

A

facial steamer

71
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A(n) ____ ____ provides a soothing heat that penetrates into the tissues of the body.

A

Infrared Lamp

72
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A(n) ____ ____ allows analysis of skin surface and deeper layers to aid in determining treatment.

A

Wood’s Lamp

73
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A(n) ____ ____ offers four or more treatment options.

A

Multifunction Machine

74
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____ skin has excess sebum production and appears thick and shiny.

A

Oily

75
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What is a circular or wringing massage movement with no gliding, usually performed with fingertips or palms of hands?

A

Friction

76
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What causes 90% of wrinkles?

A

Excessive sun exposure

77
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Which skin type contains sufficient moisture and sebum production?

A

Normal

78
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What type of skin displays both oily and dry areas?

A

Combination

79
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What is caused by a lack of moisture (water) in the skin?

A

Dehydration

80
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____ is light or heavy kneading, pinching, and rolling of the muscles.

A

Petrissage

81
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____ is a light tapping or slapping movement applied with the fingertips or partly flexed fingers.

A

Tapotement

82
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____ is the actual action or movement performed during the massage treatment.

A

Manipulation

83
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The basic regimen of skin care is recommended to be followed _____ times each day.

A

two

84
Q

What does a product with an SPF of 15 indicate?

A

Sun exposure can be 15% longer than without protection.

85
Q

What type of exfoliant does “contains a granular substance with a slightly grainy or rough texture” describe?

A

Mechanical/ manual

86
Q

What is the meaning of saponification?

A

The liquefying of sebum

87
Q

Skin care products used for cleansing the skin while properly balancing the pH are ____.

A

toners

88
Q

What are moisturizers responsible for?

A

Replenishing and balancing moisture and oil

89
Q

What percentage of wrinkles is caused by the natural aging process?

A

10%

90
Q

If you are selecting a sunscreen, it’s recommended that you choose one that has protection from ____ and ____ ____.

A

UVA and UVB rays

91
Q

Which type of mask can be pulled from the face in one piece?

A

Modeling

92
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What 3 body parts is effleurage used on?

A

Face, neck, arms

93
Q

Is effleurage used on the legs?

A

No

94
Q

Fulling is a form of which type of massage movement?

A

Petrissage

95
Q

Which type of massage should never be used on a client with sensitive skin or on certain skin conditions such as acne or rosacea?

A

Tapotement

96
Q

____ resembles a chopping movement using the edge of the hands in massage.

A

Hacking

97
Q

What massage movement is circular or wringing with no gliding?

A

Friction

98
Q

Which skin type exhibits heightened sensitivity and lacks adequate sebum production?

A

Dry

99
Q

Couperose skin is most evident on the…

A

cheeks and corners of the nose

100
Q

Is acne considered a skin type?

A

No

101
Q

What type of product assists in preventing the growth of bacteria?

A

Antiseptic

102
Q

Can you provide facial services to someone with a common cold?

A

Yes

103
Q

Handshake, eye contact, and a professional demeanor are all elements of the ____ phase of a service.

A

Greeting

104
Q

Requesting feedback from your client is a goal for the _____ phase of the service.

A

Completion

105
Q

During the massage portion, you should apply ___ pressure.

A

firm

106
Q

Why should you use caution around the eye area during massage?

A

To avoid stretching sensitive skin

107
Q

After the facial is complete, the esthetician should ____ the implements and facial bed.

A

disinfect

108
Q

A desincrustation facial treatment utilizes what current in conjunction with an alkaline solution?

A

Galvanic

109
Q

Indirect High Frequency is used to amplify the effects of the massage movements for relaxation or ____.

A

stimulation

110
Q

What facial procedure cannot be performed with gloves?

A

Indirect High Frequency

111
Q

A Direct High Frequency is best suited for skin that is ____ or ____.

A

oily or acneic

112
Q

To avoid discomfort and irritation when performing a facial on a male client, all movements should be made in a(n) ___ ___.

A

downward motion

113
Q

What type of mask would be recommended for a soothing, hydrating treatment for a bearded client?

A

Gel

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