Chapter 12: Skin Analysis

Question 1

Actinic

Answer 1

Damage or condition caused by sun exposure.

Question 2

Alipidic

Answer 2

Lack of oil or “lack of lipids”; has absence of visible pores.

Question 3

Contraindications

Answer 3

Factors that prohibit a treatment due to a condition; treatments could cause harmful or negative side effects to those who have specific medical or skin conditions.

Question 4

Couperose skin

Answer 4

Redness; distended capillaries from weakening of the capillary walls.

Question 5

Dehydration

Answer 5

Lack of water.

Question 6

Fitzpatrick Scale

Answer 6

Scale used to measure the skin type’s ability to tolerate sun exposure.

Question 7

Occlusive

Answer 7

Occlusive products are thick and lay on top of the skin to reduce transepidermal water loss (TEWL); helps hold in moisture, and protect the skin’s top barrier layer.

Question 8

Skin types

Answer 8

Classification that describes a person’s genetic skin type.

Question 9

T-zone

Answer 9

Center area of the face; corresponds to the “T” shape formed by the forehead, nose, and chin.

Question 10

Actinic keratosis

Answer 10

A rough area resulting from sun exposure, sometimes with a layered scale or scab that sometimes falls off. Can be precancerous.

Question 11

Adult acne

Answer 11

Acne breakouts from hormonal changes or other factors.

Question 12

Asphyxiated

Answer 12

Lack of oxygen; characterized by clogged pores and wrinkles; dull and lifeless-looking, Can be yellowish or gray in color, common in smokers.

Question 13

Comedones

Answer 13

Open comedones are blackheads, closed comedones are whiteheads.

Question 14

Cysts

Answer 14

Fluid, infection, or other matter under the skin.

Question 15

Enlarged pores

Answer 15

Larger pores due to excess oil and debris trapped in the follicles or expansion due elasticity loss or trauma.