CH.9 Facial Massage. Flashcards
The definition of massage is a mechanical manipulation that stimulates…
Circulation & metabolism.
Through the response of reflex receptors, massage directly influences the flow of…
Lymph.
Helps with waste removal.
Brings nutrients to the epidermis.
Helps with oxygenation.
Effects of massage.
How long has massage been used in a medical context?
For thousands of years.
What neurotransmitters does massage increase?
Serotonin & dopamine.
What effect does massage have on sebum?
It softens sebum.
A client who has sluggish skin would likely benefit from an extended application of…
Pétrissage.
What technique releases nutrients & carbon dioxide & purifies the system?
Tapotement.
Advanced massage technique from Chinese medicine by applying pressure to specific points on the face & body to release muscle tension & stimulate energy.
Acupressure.
When is manual lymph drainage frequently used?
After surgery.
What is a primary reason manual lymph drainage is used?
It reduces swelling.
If European-style massage is not possible, what is an acceptable alternative?
Leaving a mask on longer.
What type of illness would contraindicate a facial massage?
A contagious illness.
If a client has acne, facial massage should NOT…
Be performed in an area that has pustular breakouts.
Clients receiving cancer treatments should NOT receive facial massage…
Unless it is by an oncology-trained esthetician.
Even if the condition is being treated & carefully looked after by a physician, it would likely not be acceptable for a client to have a facial massage w/…
Severely sensitive skin.
What type of massage should be performed by an esthetician?
Any massage area allowed by state regulations.
Where would NOT be commonly massaged by an esthetician?
Back.
How many forms of hand manipulation are there in classic Swedish massage?
5.
What type of massage is also known as percussion?
Tapotement.
The type of massage which involves a soft, continuous stroking movement is…
Effleurage.
The rapid shaking movement which involves the esthetician’s shoulders & body is known as…
Vibration.
What massage technique involves an invigorating rubbing which stimulates the circulation & glandular activity of the skin?
Friction.
Kneading, squeezing, & pinching are all part of the technique known as…
Pétrissage.
What part of the hand is used for effleurage on the face?
The cushions of the fingertips.
What is the most important of the five movements in classic Swedish massage?
Effleurage.
The most stimulating form of massage is…
Tapotement.
Before performing a service which includes facial massage, estheticians should always consult…
The client’s intake form.
What type of massage therapy depends on the use of essential oils?
Aromatherapy massage.
What type of massage therapy was derived from Chinese medicine?
Acupressure.
What type of massage therapy is a Japanese technique?
Shiatsu.
Approximately how much time does a facial massage take during a facial?
10-20 minutes.
What should clients know about deep massage?
It is too rough for facial skin.
What type of conversation promotes relaxation during a massage?
No conversation.
The portion of the muscle which is attached to another muscle or joint is called the…
Insertion.
What portion of a muscle is attached to an immovable section of the skeleton?
Origin.
Who determines the widest permissible scope of practice for an esthetician’s massage services?
The state.
When using the palm to perform a stroking technique, the fingers should be…
Flexible.
Where are the lightest circular friction movements usually used?
The neck.
In order to be most affective, vibration should be used…
Sparingly.
What massage products would be best for a client w/ dry skin?
Herbal cream-based products.
Where should a facial massage begin?
Starting points can vary.
After the first step in a massage movement is completed…
Slide the hands back down to the starting point to repeat the movement.
What movement should precede lifting hands from the face of a client?
Feathering.
When coming back into contact after feathering, where should the esthetician’s hands first touch the client?
Top of the head.
When massaging, you should massage from…
Insertion to origin.
How many times should a massage movement be repeated?
3-6 times.
When massaging the neck…
Movements should follow the flow of the jugular veins downward.
How much massage product should be dispensed during a facial massage?
1 teaspoon (5 ml).
When performing a facial massage, what would be a good technique to begin with?
Effleurage.
When beginning a facial massage, what technique would be used to apply product?
Effleurage.
