Chapter 17: Facial Machines Flashcards
How long can a properly-maintained magnifying lamp last?
10 years
What is the most common magnifying lamp magnification?
Five Diopters
What color will thin or dehydrated skin appear as under a Wood’s Lamp?
Light Violet
What type of skin has a blue-white appearance under a Wood’s Lamp?
Normal, healthy skin
How many times should a brush machine be used on each area of the face?
Three times or about three to five seconds.
What is considered to be the most important machine used in esthetics?
Steamer.
How far should steam be kept from the face when you are using a steamer?
15 to 18 inches.
How do mineral deposits commonly appear on a steamer?
White or yellow crusty film on the heating element.
What can the vacuum machine be used in place of during a facial service?
Massage.
How should the vacuum be used on clients?
Slow horizontal movements on moistened or damp skin.
What are the two most common types of electrodes used with the galvanic machine?
Flat and roller.
What type of solution can be used as a desincrustation fluid for anaphoresis?
Baking soda in water.
What does cataphoresis do?
Calm or soothe nerve endings.
What is NOT a benefit of the high frequency machine?
Helps prevent coagulation.
What color light should appear when using the large mushroom electrode of a high-frequency machine on normal to oily skin?
Violet.
Vacuum Machine
Device that suctions dirt and impurities from the skin, and stimulates the dermal layer, lymphatic and blood circulation.
Skin Scope
Large skin analysis tool that uses a UV light with an interior mirror.
Magnifying Lamp
This is also referred to as a loupe.
Saponification
Chemical reaction that transforms sebum into soap.
Diopters
Various powers of magnification on a magnifying lamp.
Rotary Brush
This is used to lightly exfoliate the skin.
Electrotherapy
Use of electrical devices for therapeutic benefits.
Wood’s Lamp
Filtered black light used to illuminate fungi, bacterial disorders, pigmentation problems, and other skin problems.
Galvanic Current
This is used to create chemical desincrustation and ionic iontophoresis.
Hot Towels
These are used for both face and body treatments.
Spray Machine
Part of the vacuum machine attached via hose and used to gently mist the client’s face.
Sinusoidal
Smooth, repetitive alternating current.
Cataphoresis
Infusion of a positive product.
Iontophoresis
Process of introducing ions of water-soluble products into the skin by using an electric current.
Desincrustation
Use of galvanic current to creat an alkaline chemical reaction the emulsifies or liquefies sebum and debris.
Lucas Sprayer
Atomizer designed to apply plant extracts and other ingredients to the skin.
Anaphoresis
Infusion of a negative product.
Thermolysis
Heat effect used for permanent hair removal.
Ion
Atom or molecule that carries an electrical charge.
High-Frequency Machine
Apparatus that utilizes an alternating current and produces a heat effect.
