Chapter 9 Facial Massage

Question 1

Jesse is practicing facial massage on a classmate and reviewing his techniques by talking about what he is doing and why. Jesse says, “One area I am going to avoid tapping is your ______.”

Answer 1

Jawbone

Question 2

A classmate asks you for the definition of feathering. You tell them it is the __________.

Answer 2

Term for the slowing-down movements during a massage

Question 3

How many teaspoons of product should you use on the facial area?

Answer 3

5

Question 4

What technique is used for lymph drainage?

Answer 4

Gentle rhythmic pressure

Question 5

What term is used to describe manual movements used to increase metabolism and circulation?

Answer 5

Massage

Question 6

Which of the following improves overall metabolism and activates sluggish skin?

Answer 6

Massage therapy

Question 7

What should be performed for approximately 10 to 20 minutes during facial?

Answer 7

Facial massage

Question 8

What qualification must estheticians have be in order to perform deep tissue work?

Answer 8

Licensed massage therapist (LMT)

Question 9

Where should massage movements begin?

Answer 9

Insertion

Question 10

Clients sometimes have inflamed acne, open lesions, or sunburn. What massage is recommended for these conditions?

Answer 10

Massage is contraindicated for clients with these conditions

Question 11

When should you avoid vigorous massage?

Answer 11

When a client has sensitive or redness-prone skin

Question 12

One of your friends wants to try a facial massage but she has reservations because of several health concerns. When should she consult her physician?

Answer 12

Before having a massage

Question 13

What types of movements are used in petrissage?

Answer 13

Kneading

Question 14

When do the body’s reflex receptors increase blood and lymph flow, resulting in a state of relaxation?

Answer 14

When touch is sensed by the body

Question 15

What does the central nervous system trigger when massage is performed?

Answer 15

Relaxation

Question 16

To whom should you refer a client who wants a therapeutic massage?

Answer 16

Licensed massage therapist

Question 17

What information can be found by referring to licensing regulations?

Answer 17

Scope of practice

Question 18

During a facial massage. a client suddenly jerks back and says that she was scratched. Which technique should be avoided to prevent this?

Answer 18

Avoid using the ends of your fingertips

Question 19

In order to not damage tissue, how long should vibration last on any one spot of the body?

Answer 19

No more than a few seconds

Question 20

What should an esthetician understand about massaging both sides of the face?

Answer 20

Movements should be duplicated on both the right and left sides

Question 21

After a facial massage, your client comments that part of the massage felt like you were playing a piano. This technique is called

Answer 21

Tapotement

Question 22

Patients with what contraindications can now receive facial massage without concern, especially if the condition is being treated by physician?

Answer 22

Diabetes

Question 23

Devan comes in regularly for a facial massage and you are comfortable with the procedure you typically use. When you greet him, you see that he now has a beard. What type of movements are you going to use because of the beard?

Answer 23

Downward