Chapter 4 EN

Question 1

Acne cysts

Answer 1

Infection filled posture resulting in skin tissue damage.contains P. acne bacteria, dead skin cells, lymph fluid and white blood cells

Question 2

Acne excoriation

Answer 2

Deep tissue damage that has resulted from the acne client attempting to relieve their own acne cysts. This damage can be caused by fingernails (half moon scarring) or improper use of extraction implements

Question 3

Bioavailability

Answer 3

The degree to which a substance becomes available to the target tissue

Question 4

Contraindication

Answer 4

Any prior procedure, medication, illness, event or personal habit that prohibits a procedure

Question 5

Chemical peel consent form

Answer 5

A document signed by the skin care therapist and the clients that outlines the potential chemical peel side effects, the proper home care, and expected outcomes of the procedure

Question 6

Down time

Answer 6

The amount of time the client should expect to be unable to go about their normal activities

Question 7

Exfoliation

Answer 7

Removal of all or a portion of the dead skin cell layer

Question 8

Erythema

Answer 8

Redness of the skin

Question 9

Keratolytic

Answer 9

Causing the outer layer of the skin to loosen and shed

Question 10

PAI

Answer 10

Percentage of active ingredient

Question 11

pH

Answer 11

The acidity or alkalinity of the skin or a product

Question 12

Scope of practice

Answer 12

The parameters in which a professional can legally and safely work in