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Electricity & Facial Machines Flashcards

1
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The most common magnifying lamp magnification

A

5 diopters

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2
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If you maintain your magnifying lamp properly, approximately how long will it last?

A

10 years

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3
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What color is dehydrated skin when viewed under the Wood’s Lamp?

A

light violet

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4
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What color is normal, healthy skin when viewed under the Wood’s Lamp?

A

blue-white

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5
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How many times should a brush machine be used on each area of the face?

A

3x for about 3-5 seconds

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6
Q

What is the most important machine used in esthetics?

A

the steamer

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7
Q

How far is the steamer kept from the face when using steam during a facial?

A

12-18 inches

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8
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What do mineral deposits look like on the steamer?

A

white or yellow crusty film on the heating element

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9
Q

What can the vacuum machine be used in place of during a facial?

A

massage (but not recommended, as the massage portion of the facial is the most relaxing for the client)

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10
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How should the vacuum machine be used on client’s skin?

A

moisten or dampen skin and use slow horizontal movements

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11
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The two most common type of electrodes used with the galvanic machine

A

flat and roller

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12
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What type of solution can be used for desincrustation during anaphoresis?

A

baking soda and water or a -pH product

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13
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What effect does cataphoresis have on the skin?

A

calming and soothing

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14
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How does high frequency benefit the skin?

A

oxygenates, relaxation, increases cell metabolism, oxygenates, gives a warm and relaxing sensation

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15
Q

What color is the large mushroom electrode of the high frequency machine?

A

violet

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16
Q

Is rubber a good insulator or a good conductor?

A

Good insulator

17
Q

Name some items that use direct current

A

flashlight, cell phone, cordless trimmers, handheld microcurrent

18
Q

Name items that use alternating current

A

steamer, magnifying lamp, towel cabinet

19
Q

What is the unit of measurement for the AMOUNT of electric current

A

ampere

20
Q

How many is kilo? How many watts in a kilowatt

A

kilo is 1000 so there are 1000 watts in a kilowatt

21
Q

List some safety measure to remember when using electrical equipment

A 
do not use too many plugs in 1 outlet
read instructions carefully before use
do not twist or bend cords
unplug items when not in use
do not use cords that or frayed or damaged
22
Q

What color indicates cathode and anode

A

cathode=black

anode=red

23
Q

what does anaphoresis do

A

stimulates the nerves

24
Q

what are benefits if tesla high-frequency current

A

relieves congestion
increases metabolism
increases absorption
germicidal

25
Q

who holds the electrode with the indirect method of high-frequency

A

the client

26
Q

What are characteristics of short wavelengths

A

high frequency, less penetrating, more energy, more waves per length

27
Q

what light combines all visible rays of light on the spectrum

A

white light

28
Q

what are benefits of LED light

A

reduce acne
improve collagen
increase skin circulation

29
Q

What color LED improves elastrin production

A

red

30
Q

What color LED reduces hyperpigmentation

A

green

31
Q

What is the diopter most commonly used in esthetic magnifying lamps

A

five diopters

32
Q

How long will a magnifying lamp last if properly maintained

A

10 years

33
Q

How many times should you use the brush machine on each area of the face

A

3 times of about 3-5 seconds

34
Q

What kind of solution can be used for desincrustation fluid for anaphoresis

A

baking soda and water

35
Q

What does cataphorsis do

A

calms and soothes nerve endings

36
Q

What color high frequency electrode should you use on normal to oily skin

A

violet

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