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Ch. 13: Advanced Treatments Flashcards

1
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Sunburn, fungal infections, and high blood pressure are all contraindications for a(n) ___ treatment.

A

advanced

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Which hand and foot treatment product is used to hydrate, calm and soothe the skin?

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mask

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What step is the first to be completed when performing a body scrub?

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wash and sanitize hands

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4
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What two principles give wraps the ability to create temporary tightness?

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absorption and compaction

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5
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Which cellulite wrap product is used to wrap the area being treated and increase product penetration and treatment results?

A

cellophane

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The method of water therapy in which the client is sprayed with water, seawater or mineral water infused with herbs or essential oils is called:

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affusion therapy

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Which of the following is a contraindication for a water therapy treatment: pregnancy, osteoporosis, autoimmune disorder, or use of dietary supplements?

A

pregnancy

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Is acne a contraindication for chemical peels?

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no

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Herpes, keloids, and facial cancers are contraindications for…

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chemical peels

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What advanced treatment requires a patient to be anesthetized?

A

dermabrasion

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11
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Following a microdermabrasion treatment, advise the client to avoid sun exposure for at least ___ hours.

A

72 hours

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What is a technique that uses pressure on specific points of the feet, hands and ears to influence certain body conditions?

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reflexology

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13
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What is the fluid called that circulates through the blood system via muscular contractions?

A

lymph

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14
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Is high blood pressure a contraindication for performing a reflexology treatment?

A

no

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15
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Is osteoporosis a contraindication for performing a reflexology treatment?

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yes

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16
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What treatment uses a gentle pumping technique to help eliminate toxins, waste and excess water from the face and body?

A

manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) massage

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17
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What treatment decreases edema, helps circulate lymph, and uses a gentle pumping technique ?

A

manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) massage

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18
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An advanced massage technique in which specific body areas are pierced with fine needles to relieve pain or produce an anesthetic effect is called:

A

acupuncture

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The treatment that increases circulation, promoting the removal of excess fluids and waste material as well as firming the muscle tissue, is known as:

A

cellulite massage

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Contraindications for manual lymphatic drainage massage include arthritis, osteoporosis, pregnancy and ____.

A

diabetes

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21
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What term refers to the medicinal use of plants?

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phytotherapy

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22
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Chemicals such as alkaloids and glucosides that give plants their healing properties are called:

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active ingredients

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23
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The natural substance that increases blood flow at the surface of the skin is called a(n):

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circulatory stimulant

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24
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Which natural substances fights harmful oxidation which leads to free radical attack?

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antioxidants

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25
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Commercial extractions that require soaking an herb in alcohol to extract the active ingredients from the plant are known as:

A

tinctures

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26
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What involves mixing crushed herbs and hot liquid to form a paste?

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poultice

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27
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A neutral oil used to dilute an essential oil is called a(n) ___ ___.

A

carrier oil

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28
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Which of the following is the most common method for obtaining essential oils?

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steam distillation

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29
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Which method for obtaining essential oils uses a chemical solvent to leach the aromatic component from an ingredient?

A

extraction

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30
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What term means plunging a substance into hot oil or fat, which then absorbs the ingredient’s fragrance?

A

maceration

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31
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What term is given to the therapeutic use of marine plants to cleanse and revitalize the skin and body?

A

algotherapy

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32
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relieves pain either by relaxing muscles or reducing pain signals to the brain

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analgesic

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33
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prevents bacterial growth of skin with external application

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antiseptic

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34
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the medicinal use of plants

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phytotherapy

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35
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helps the body fight off harmful bacteria

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antibacterial

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36
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provides a constricting, drying effect; helps contract tissue and reduce secretions

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astringent

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softens, soothes, and protects skin; synonym for moisturizer

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emollient

38
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reduces swelling of tissues

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anti-inflammatory

39
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fights harmful oxidation which leads to free radical attack

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antioxidant

40
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involve steeping an herb in boiling water

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infusions

41
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require soaking an herb in alcohol to extract the active ingredient from the plant

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tinctures

42
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quiets the nervous system

A

soother

43
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the controlled use of essential oils, which happen to be highly fragranced for specific outcomes

A

aromatherapy

44
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a thick cream or salve made from the combination of herbs and petroleum

A

ointment

45
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increases the body’s energy

A

stimulant

46
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True or False: Gomage are products that contain coarse (grainy) ingredients that rub against dead skin cells, removing them from the epidermis.

A

False; manual exfoliants

47
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True or False: Do no make specific weight or inch loss claims for body wraps.

A

True

48
Q

___ is made of deposits of fat, water, and waste materials trapped between skin fibers.

A

Cellulite

49
Q

What uses a warm steam to induce relaxation, expand pores, and promote sweating, which is said to release toxins from the body?

A

saunas or steam baths

50
Q

Which advanced treatment is performed using alpha hydroxy acid, glycolic acid, or lactic acid?

A

superficial chemical peels

51
Q

What procedure lightly resurfaces the epidermis, removing 20-30% of the epidermis?

A

microdermabrasion

52
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What technique uses pressure on specific points of the feet, hands, and sometimes the ears to influence certain body conditions?

A

reflexology

53
Q

What organic compounds with medical attributes give plants their healing properties?

A

alkaloids and glucosides

54
Q

Floral, oriental, and fruit blend are classifications of ____.

A

fragrances

55
Q

Which type of essential oil helps destroy bacteria and heal skin eruptions?

A

antiseptic

56
Q

The hand and foot treatment product that reduces friction during a massage is called…

A

massage lubricant

57
Q

The exfoliating treatment in which a layer of cream is applied to the skin, allowed to dry and then rubbed away is called…

A

gomage

58
Q

___ ___ offer a quick way to firm the hips, belly, and thighs.

A

Body wraps

59
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How long does a typical body wrap procedure last?

A

30-60 minutes

60
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What is used to promote detoxification, constrict blood vessels, and tighten skin during a cellulite wrap procedure?

A

cellulite cream

61
Q

What term refers to the use of fresh water treatments?

A

hydrotherapy tub treatments

62
Q

Hose treatment, jet blitz treatment, and Vichy shower treatment are all alternate names for…

A

affusion therapy

63
Q

What percentage of glycolic acid is used in superficial chemical peels?

A

30%

64
Q

A technique that uses finger-point pressure to influence certain body conditions is referred to as…

A

reflexology

65
Q

Phytotherapy preparations used for cosmetic purposes are known as ____.

A

phytocosmetics

66
Q

Chemicals such as alkaloids and glucosides that give plants their healing properties are called ___ ___.

A

active ingredients

67
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Soaking a clean towel in the liquid from both infusions and decoctions and applying it to a specific area of the body is known as ____.

A

formentation

68
Q

The category of fragrance that is easiest to identify is ____.

A

floral

69
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The fragrance group that distinct odors like vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg belong to is called ___ ___.

A

spice blend

70
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The category that encompasses many men’s fragrances is ____ ____.

A

wood blend

71
Q

Which category of oils fights skin-ravaging free radicals?

A

antioxidants

72
Q

Which type of essential oil is often used for treating acne?

A

tea tree

73
Q

What essential oil is used to treat stiff, sore muscles or to boost circulation?

A

eucalyptus

74
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Mineral salts, essential amino acids, polysaccharides, vitamins, enzymes, helpful bacteria, natural antibiotics, and plant hormones are known as ____.

A

phytohormones

75
Q

Which hand and foot treatment product softens the skin by removing dead skin cells?

A

exfoliant

76
Q

Prior to a body wrap, the bandages may be soaked in…

A

aromatherapy toning solution

77
Q

What layers of the skin do superficial chemical peels affect?

A

epidermis only

78
Q

How many microdermabrasion treatments are required to achieve noticeable improvement?

A

6 to 12

79
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If the client’s skin is noticeably pink after the first pass of the microdermabrasion machine over the face, is it okay to do a second pass?

A

no

80
Q

For what length of time should an esthetician advise the client to avoid saunas and steam following a microdermabrasion treatment?

A

24-48 hours

81
Q

The natural substance that is responsible for killing a wide range of harmful bacteria, fungi, and viruses is called a(n) ___.

A

antimicrobial

82
Q

What is the largest category of fragrance?

A

floral bouqet

83
Q

Apple, melon, and pomegranate are all scents in the ___ ___ fragrance category.

A

fruit blend

84
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Which category of fragrance represents concoctions from several different scents?

A

modern blend

85
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Which category of essential oils helps to destroy bacteria and heal skin eruptions?

A

antiseptic oils

86
Q

Which types of essential oils reduce inflammation and soothe swollen muscles?

A

anti-inflammatory oils

87
Q

Essential oils that promote cells to regenerate so the skin can repair itself are called ___ oils.

A

healing

88
Q

Which types of essential oils are responsible for softening dry or flaky skin?

A

moisturizing oils

89
Q

A common method for obtaining essential oils that involves squeezing out an ingredient’s fragrant oil is known as ____.

A

expression

90
Q

Which of the following methods for obtaining essential oils uses a chemical solvent to leach the aromatic component from an ingredient?

A

extraction

91
Q

Which essential oil can be used in therapies aimed at treating sore muscles?

A

sandalwood

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