Ch.5 SKIN ANALYSIS (scales)

Question 1

Fitzpatrick scale is….

Answer 1

Used to measure skin type’s ability to tolerate UV exposure

Question 2

How many types on the Fitzpatrick scale?

Answer 2

6

(Think Disney Princess)
1)Anna
2)Cinderella
3)Belle
4)Mulan
5)Jasmine
6)Tiana

Question 3

What scale determines photo damage based on wrinkles characterized by age?

Answer 3

Glogau Scale

Question 4

How many types on the Glogau scale? What are they?

Answer 4

4 types

1) 20-30s minimal to no wrinkles

2)30-40s wrinkle show when in motion (facial expressions etc)

3) 40-50s shows wrinkles at rest, advanced photo aging & May have hyperpigmentation, keratosis, telangectasia

4)shows predominant wrinkles, severe photo aging, severe scaring may be visible age not visible

Question 5

Rubin Scale is levels used to….

Answer 5

Classify damage based on depth of skin changes or damage which indicates the kind of treatment appropriate for the skin condition

Question 6

How many leves on the Rubin Scale?

Answer 6

3

1) superficial changes in pigment & in epidermis - benefits from superficial chemical exfoliation, antioxidants

2) change in epidermis & papillary layer
Actinic Keratosis $ increased wrinkles present. - benefit from medium depth peels & stronger products (retinoids)

3)deeper changes down to reticular dermis. Skin looks leathery , severe sun damage, - benefits from laser resurfacing,cosmetic procedures