Chapter 14: Treatment Room Flashcards
Treatment Room
Bolster
pillow to produce support
Treatment Table
(Facial chair/bed) massage/esthetician’s table; must be large enough to accommodate clients and suitable for waxing
Towel Warmer
(hot cabbie) keeps towels and products warm
Steamer
warm & soften skin; part of facial procedure
Step stool
helps clients get on & off bed safely; Stable
Utility Cart
holds tools, supplies, products: stationary/roll
Autoclave
device for sterilization by steam under pressure for implements
Sharps Container
plastics biohazards container for disposable needles/sharps; Red, puncture-proof, must dispose as medical waste
Dispensary
room/area used for mixing products and storing supplies
Professionalism
clutter-free/spotless, considering self and client’s comfort when choosing equipment; quiet atmosphere
Products
main ingredients for performing services; facial: cleanser, mask, exfoliant, massage cream, toner, moisturizer, SPF, serums, eye cream, lip balm
Cross-contamination
contamination occurs when touching one object & then transfer the contents of that object to another
Ergonomics
science of designing workplace, equipment, tools to make specific body movements more comfortable, efficient & safe
Decontamination Method 1
cleaning & then disinfecting w/ EPA registered disinfectant
Decontamination Method 2
cleaning & sterilizing
Implements
multi-use items/tools: brushes, tweezers comedone extractors
Stustainability
meeting needs of present w/o compromising the future generations to meet their needs. 3 facets: Environment, Economy, Social Equity
Precycling
buying less, first stem in reducing waste
LOHAS
Lifestyle Of Health And Sustainability: forward-thinking consumers who consider the impact on the environment & society when making purchasing decisions
