Chapter 8 Facial Treatments

Question 1

Dionne knows that her skin condition is affected by too much sun, so she wears protective clothing and sunscreen. Which of the following skin conditions does she most likely have?

Answer 1

Hyperpigmentation

Question 2

Which environmental aggravator would NOT affect acne?

Answer 2

Water-based products

Question 3

Zoe would like to try something new to combat her acne, especially since the prom is about one month away. Which of the following procedures, would you recommend she add to her home care twice a week?

Answer 3

Clay mask

Question 4

Which of the following procedures requires you to understand the angle of the hair follicle?

Answer 4

Extractions

Question 5

Preparation for extractions typically include…

Answer 5

Exfoliation, steaming, and desincrustation

Question 6

The skin is affected by warmth in all of the following ways except that it __________

Answer 6

Decreases circulation

Question 7

How would you describe extractions?

Answer 7

Manually removing impurities and comedones from follicles

Question 8

When in the facial process should a calming, hydrating mask be applied?

Answer 8

At the end

Question 9

Why should you offer clients water after performing services?

Answer 9

To facilitate rehydration

Question 10

Ellie has had a difficult morning and received a speeding ticket on her way to work. As she prepares to meet her first client, she…

Answer 10

Does not discuss her personal problems with said client.

Question 11

When should the client be shown the area where he or she can change clothes and store any belongings?

Answer 11

Immediately upon arrival in the salon

Question 12

What should female clients be instructed to remove before a facial treatment?

Answer 12

Bra

Question 13

Who is responsible for instructing the client on how to get comfortable on the facial bed?

Answer 13

Esthetician

Question 14

When in the process of draping the hair do you place the towel on the headrest?

Answer 14

At the beginning of the process

Question 15

Desiree is getting an express facial today; which step in a basic facial will you most likely skip?

Answer 15

Extractions

Question 16

Starr is a new student and does not understand why estheticians need to know what a client is doing for home care. What do you say to her?

Answer 16

It is probably the most important factor in successful skin care, as it impacts what products and procedures you will use.

Question 17

What should you do for about 15 minutes after the first treatment with a new client?

Answer 17

Explain proper home care

Question 18

Which of the following is true of an express facial?

Answer 18

Has fewer steps than a basic facial

Question 19

There are many variations of a basic facial. What should you tell a client who wants to know the approximate length of a full, basic facial?

Answer 19

60 minutes

Question 20

What skin type is associated with the treatment goal of stimulating sebum production?

Answer 20

Dry skin

Question 21

A client has very dry skin. What type of enzyme peel should you use to exfoliate during treatment?

Answer 21

Gentle

Question 22

A client has very dry skin. What type of enzyme peel should you use to exfoliate during treatment?

Answer 22

Gentle

Question 23

What is NOT a recommended treatment for dry skin?

Answer 23

Harsh exfoliation

Question 24

What can be caused by smoking, extreme weight loss, and physiological disease?

Answer 24

Accelerated skin aging

Question 25

What do facial treatments offer in addition to relaxation?

Answer 25

Improvement of the skin’s health

Question 26

What is true of facial treatments?

Answer 26

They are the core treatments that estheticians perform

Question 27

Jack is considering having a facial but isn’t clear on what a facial treatment involves. Which of the following best describes a facial?

Answer 27

Professional service designed to improve and rejuvenate the skin

Question 28

A client thinks they may need a prescription for acne scars. Who can issue prescriptions?

Answer 28

Physicians

Question 29

Jolene likes to stay current on trends in the esthetic industry. How often should she take a class or go to a conference?

Answer 29

At least once a year

Question 30

The manager of a spa emphasizes that estheticians need to speak to clients in a quiet and professional manner. Why is this helpful?

Answer 30

Clients will relax and enjoy their treatment

Question 31

A client is in a rush and can’t stay for a full facial. You advise a mini-facial because its length is only ____________

Answer 31

30 minutes

Question 32

In a men’s skin care treatment, what should you do after cleansing the client’s skin?

Answer 32

Complete a thorough skin analysis with a magnifying lamp

Question 33

When during the facial procedure should you apply moisturizer and/or sunscreen?

Answer 33

At the end

Question 34

Jean notices that a male client has folliculitis. How will she explain it to him? Folliculitis is __________.

Answer 34

An inflammation of the hair follicles

Question 35

What causes pseudofolliculitis?

Answer 35

Improper shaving

Question 36

Why should comedogenic products be avoided for clients with acne?

Answer 36

These products tend to aggravate or produce acne symptoms

Question 37

During an acne treatment, why is it important to soften the outmost layer of the skin prior to beginning any extraction?

Answer 37

Because the skin may be tight and dehydrated

Question 38

Astringent application is critical after extractions for all the following reasons except _____________.

Answer 38

Rehydrating the skin

Question 39

All of the following are important considerations for a men’s skin care product line except for ____________.

Answer 39

Heavy lotions