CH.10 Facial Devices & Technology

Question 1

The use of facial devices & technology…

Answer 1

Provides optimal outcomes more readily.

Question 2

Investment in high quality machines will..

Answer 2

Likely provide a return on that investment.

Question 3

The use of electrical devices for therapeutic benefits is called…

Answer 3

Electrotherapy.

Question 4

Who should NOT receive electrotherapy?:
A client w/ piercings.
An elderly client.
A young client.
A pregnant client.

Answer 4

A pregnant client.

Question 5

What type of skin contraindicates electrotherapy? :
Oily skin.
Dry skin.
Broken skin.
Aging skin.

Answer 5

Broken skin.

Question 6

What medical condition always contraindicates electrotherapy?

Answer 6

Epilepsy.

Question 7

During a facial treatment, most electrotherapy machines are used for approximately..

Answer 7

5-10 min.

Question 8

UV lamps in towel warmers…

Answer 8

Are not effective for disinfection.

Question 9

Hot towels have a soothing effect & are also helpful in…

Answer 9

Softening the skin before extractions.

Question 10

When using hot towels, what equipment protects against blood borne illness?

Answer 10

Gloves.

Question 11

What service would likely benefit the most from the use of hot towels? :
Advanced exfoliation.
Microdermabrasion.
The removal of facial masks.
Advanced peels.

Answer 11

The removal of facial masks.

Question 12

What is also known as a loupe?

Answer 12

A magnifying lamp.

Question 13

Diopter is a term that refers to…

Answer 13

Magnification.

Question 14

One diopter is equivalent to…

Answer 14

10x magnification.

Question 15

What is the most common part of the magnifying lamp to wear out over time?

Answer 15

The adjustment arm.

Question 16

Most magnifying lamps used for esthetic purposes have a magnification of…

Answer 16

5 diopters.

Question 17

When purchasing a magnifying lamp, what would be a health concern for an esthetician?

Answer 17

A lamp with a lens that distorts the image around the edges.

Question 18

What type of light does a wood’s lamp use?

Answer 18

A filtered black light.

Question 19

If a client’s skin appears to be blue-white under a wood’s lamp, that client’s skin is…

Answer 19

Healthy.

Question 20

Under a wood’s lamp, a client whose skin was oily would appear to be…

Answer 20

Yellow.

Question 21

What is the main purpose of a rotary brush?

Answer 21

Light exfoliation.

Question 22

What type of client would benefit the most from a rotary brush? :
A client who had inflamed skin.
A client w/ couperose skin.
A client w/ acne.
A client who did not want a peel.

Answer 22

A client who did not want a peel.

Question 23

For most clients, how many passes should the rotary brush be used on in each area of the face?

Answer 23

Up to 3 passes.

Question 24

What type of water should be used in the steamer?

Answer 24

Distilled water.

Question 25

What part of the steamer should be handled only after the steamer has completely cooled?

Answer 25

The glass jar.

Question 26

The jar for the steamer should be cleaned w/…

Answer 26

Vinegar.

Question 27

If an esthetician’s goal is to stimulate the skin or remove impurities, the best machine to use is the…

Answer 27

Vacuum machine.

Question 28

A client who would benefit the most from a vacuum machine would likely…
Have couperose skin.
Have sluggish circulation.
Have inflamed skin.
Have rosacea.

Answer 28

Have sluggish circulation.

Question 29

How many passes on each area of the face are usually sufficient when using a vacuum machine?

Answer 29

3-5 passes.

Question 30

What machine is used to create chemical desincrustation & ionic iontophoresis?

Answer 30

Galvanic machine.

Question 31

How should the electrodes in a galvanic machine be handled?

Answer 31

Both electrodes are covered in cotton.
Client holds one, esthetician makes contact w/ the other.

Question 32

What machine might leave a metallic taste in a client’s mouth?

Answer 32

Galvanic machine.

Question 33

What should clients expect from a high frequency machine?

Answer 33

It may produce an unusual smell.

Question 34

What type of application is ideal for extensive acne & problematic skin? :
A large mushroom.
A small mushroom.
A rake.
A spiral.

Answer 34

A large mushroom.

Question 35

A comb electrode is normally used for treatment of…

Answer 35

The scalp.

Question 36

What machine is connected to the spray machine?

Answer 36

Vacuum machine.

Question 37

The spray machine should not be used on a client w/…
Braces.
Respiratory issues.
Dry skin.
High blood pressure.

Answer 37

Respiratory issues.

Question 38

Mineral buildup in the sprayer should be cleaned at least once a..

Answer 38

Month.

Question 39

Paraffin wax heaters should…

Answer 39

Not allow for immersion of a client’s hand or foot.

Question 40

What is a paraffin mask used for?

Answer 40

Hydrating dry skin.

Question 41

The effects of paraffin wax are…

Answer 41

Quick, but not long lasting.

Question 42

What function do electric mitts & boots perform?

Answer 42

Product absorption.

Question 43

How long should electric boots be warmed before use?

Answer 43

About 10 minutes.

Question 44

What disposable product should be used in conjunction w/ electric mitts & boots?

Answer 44

Plastic liners.

Question 45

The purchase of all-in-one machines…

Answer 45

May be more costly in the long run.

Question 46

When purchasing new equipment, it is important to know that manufacturer’s claims about high tech machines…

Answer 46

Should be checked by researching clinical studies.