Chemical Exfoliation

Question 1

Chemical exfoliation def

Answer 1

Use of chemical solutions to dissolve or reduce dead skin cells and desmosomes

Question 2

Chemical exfoliation promotes and induces

Answer 2

Promotes cell turnover
Induces desquamation (shedding, peeling, or coming off in scales) of the stratum corneum

Question 3

Chemical exfoliation improves

Answer 3

Texture
Fine lines and wrinkles
Pigmentation
Hydration
Some forms of scarring

Question 4

Chemical exfoliation - schedule treatments in a series of _____

Answer 4

4-8 sessions (every 14 days every 3-4 months)

Question 5

Types of chemical exfoliation depends on 2 things

Answer 5

Depth of peeling product
Actions on skin and target of acid medium

Question 6

Three depths of chemical exfoliation

Answer 6

Superficial/light
Medium
Deep

Question 7

Superficial/light chemical exfoliation impacts skin up to _____ , uses what acids, side effects last, how far apart are treatments, good for which Fitzpatrick types

Answer 7

Impact skin up to 0.1 mm of epidermis
Typically uses acids such as glycolic acid, salicylic acid, and mandelic acid
Side effects last 7-10 days (mild peeling, redness, flaky skin)
No closer than 14 days between treatments
Good for all Fitzpatrick types

Question 8

Medium chemical exfoliation impacts ______, peeling agents are _______ , not for _______ , client may look _____ for ____ , use caution for Fitzpatrick types ______

Answer 8

Impacts all epidermis into papillary layer
peeling agents are usually trichloracetic acid (TCA) of 35% or greater and pyruvic acid
Not generally in scope for esthes (medical professional supervision)
Client may look unappealing for about 10 days post peel
Use caution with Fitzpatrick types 4-6

Question 9

Deep chemical exfoliation affects ____ , must be done in ____ , examples:

Answer 9

Affects epidermis into the reticular dermis
Must be done in a physicians office and needs sedation
Examples: phenol and carbolic acid

Question 10

Three categories include:

Answer 10

Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs)
Beta-hydroxy acids (BHAs)
Blended or designer acids

Question 11

Alpha-hydroxy acids are for which skin conditions

Answer 11

Aging
Texture
Pigmentation
Sensitivity

Question 12

Beta-hydroxy acids are for what skin conditions

Answer 12

Acne
Pigmentation
Texture

Question 13

Blended or designer acids are for what skin conditions

Answer 13

Sensitivity
Acne
Aging

Question 14

Lower pH is ____ and can cause _____

Answer 14

More acidic
Can cause more irritation (pH below 2.5); increase efficacy

Question 15

AHAs description; includes; considered ____

Answer 15

Group of acids that occur naturally in food

Include glycolic, lactic, phytic, and mandelic acids

Considered water-soluble and must be neutralized before removing

Question 16

BHA is also known as; has what kind of properties; ideal for; derived from

Answer 16

Also known as salicylic acid

Has anti-inflammatory properties

Ideal for treating acne and oily skin

Salicylic acid is derived from sweet birch, willow bark, and wintergreen

Question 17

Benefits of chemical exfoliation (6)

Answer 17

Improved texture, barrier function, and moisture retention

Increased cell turnover rate, hydration, and intercellular lipids

Reduces fine lines, wrinkles, and surface pigmentation

Smoother and softer skin

Improved skin conditions (acne, hyperpigmentation, clogged pores, and dry skin)

Potentially stimulating elastin and collagen production

Question 18

Contra-actions seen with chemical exfoliation

Answer 18

Chemical burns
Itching and irritation
Dry uncomfortable skin
Post-inflammatory pigmentation

Question 19

Contraindications of chemical exfoliation

Answer 19

Autoimmune disorders
Known allergies
Active infection
Viral skin infections

Question 20

Chemical exfoliation cautions

Answer 20

Pregnancy
Cancer
Diabetes
Epilepsy
Heart conditions/high blood pressure
Thyroid disease