Exam Prep Flashcards
What is Microcirculation
Circulation of blood in the smallest of blood vessels
The type of melanin that is red and yellow in color is called
Phaeomelanin
Most Botox injections take place in
Between the eyes
Compared to when they use soft wax, estheticians who are using hard wax do not need to be as concerned about
The direction of removal
Estheticians must use hard wax if they wish to preform
A second waxing in the same area
What is NOT true of MLD ( manual lymph Drainage) ?
It reduces cellulite
An inflamed papule with a white or yellow center containing pus is know as a
Pustule
What is also known as aging rays?
UVA radiation
What enzymes stimulates melanocytes ?
Tyrosinase
Roughly how much money to Americans spend on hair removal ?
Millions of dollars every year on hair removal
The kind of light therapy that is used to manage pain is
Infrared
A small, flat colored spot on the skin is known as
A macule
Compared to Beta keratin, Alpha Keratin
Is softer
What ingredient isn’t a good choice for a décolleté
Alpha Hydroxy Acids
Small outgrowths or extensions of the skin that look like flaps are called
Skin tags
The area that may be waxed as part of the back waxing WITH SOFT WAX BUT NOT HARD WAX is
The front of the shoulders
Fluid, infection, or other, after encapsulated in a FIRM mass under the skin in
A cyst
The glycolipid materials that are a natural part of the skins intercellular matrix and barrier function are collectively known as
Ceramides
What is true of couperose skin
It is not a medical condition
When do free radicals produce more free radicals
While causing oxidation reactions
What is not an ingredient of a jessners peel
Citric acid
What is the importance of lymph
To disperse white blood cells and cell nutrients
What is the shape of the hair PAPILLA
Cone
What is the acronym ACT used to help estheticians remember ?
Stages of hair growth
Why does the parathyroid gland regulate blood calcium and phosphorous levels
So the nervous and muscular system can function properly
You use this muscle to smile not grin
Zygomaticus
What function do the sudoriferous glands preform
Excrete, perspiration, regulation body temperature and detoxify the body
Which internal effect on the skin alters protein structures and decrease biological activity
Glycation
Which of the following is capable of replication only through taking over the hosts cells reproductive function
Viruses
What is the term for excessive hair growth where hair does not normally grow
Hypertrichosis
Which nerves convey Impluses from the brain or spinal cord to the muscles or glands
Motor
What does dehydrated skin lack ?
Water sis
Disinfectants are _____ and can be harmful if absorbed through the skin
Pesticides
What is a general rule regarding the tone of concealer
It should match the tone of foundation
Invisible light is the at either end of the _____ that is visible to the naked eye
Visible spectrum of light
Which standards address issues relating to your right to know about any potentially hazardous ingredients contained in the products and how to avoid these hazards?
OSHA standards
Hue
Any color in it purest form
What is NOT part of the lymphatic or immune systems?
Pineal gland
The bridge of the nose is formed by
The nasal bone
Among the following choices, acids would MOST likely be used to __________.
exfoliate the skin
A safe place to apply an allergy test for eyelash adhesive is _________.
behind the ear
The only safe tints for eyebrows are _________.
not made from aniline derivatives
Every day, an esthetician comes into direct physical contact with _________ of every client.
the integumentary system
An example of a physical change is __________.
ice melting to water
The type of skin that is NOT usually treated with topical probiotics is
dehydrated skin
What technique is usually reserved only for master estheticians in some states?
Manual lymphatic drainage
Preheating a towel warmer and wax heater can take as long as
15 minutes
When performing extractions around the nose area, most estheticians use
cotton swabs
To preserve them for the longest period of time, products should be stored
in dark containers in cooler temperatures
Which statement accurately reflects the relationship between the FDA and the cosmetic industry?
The FDA regulates labeling of cosmetics.
Any esthetician may safely perform _________.
any massage area allowed by state regulations
An astringent is
a water-based liquid that helps remove excess oil from the skin
What machine is designed to stimulate the skin and remove impurities
Vacuum machine
Chemical desincrustation and ionic iontophoresis is created by a
galvanic machine
Before extractions estheticians must _
perform desincrustation
For a client with combination skin, the best type of cleanser is
mousse
Someone with impetigo likely has
clusters of small blisters or crusty lesions filled with bacteria
The level of SPF that blocks the highest amount of UVB rays but does NOT contain high amounts of chemical sunscreen ingredients is
SPF 50
A treatment room must not have floors that are
Carpeted
Dermatitis is best defined as
an inflammatory condition of the skin
A technician who is finished with a service will perform what function last?
Disinfecting the treatment area
A malformation of the skin from abnormal pigmentation or dilated capillaries is known as _________.
a nevus
What is true of telangiectasia?
It is characterized by visible capillaries that are commonly found on the face.
In order to prevent contamination and protect your hands, you should _________.
wear gloves for all procedures
Squamous cell carcinoma is defined as _________.
a condition characterized by red or pink scaly papules or nodules
Which of the following is capable of replication only through taking over the host cell’s reproductive function?
viruses
What is miliaria rubra?
An acute inflammatory disorder of the sweat glands
Small outgrowths or extensions of the skin that look like flaps are called
skin tags
Secondary Lesions
Crust, scab, ulcer, depression on skin
Wheal
An itchy swollen lesion that can be caused by a blow, scratch, bite or an insect or urticaria or sting of a needle
Typically resolves on its own: hives, mosquito bites
Primary Lesions
They are a flat no palpable changes in skin color or by elevations formed by fluid in a cavity such as vesicles and pustules
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Characterized by scaly, red, or pink papules or nodules
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Most common and least serve type of skin cancer, often appears as light, pearly nodules.
Actinic Keratosis
is a pink or flesh- colored precancerous lesion that feels sharp or rough and is a result of sun damage
Scar
Raised or depressed area of the skin that forms as the result of the healing process related to an injury or lesion
Seborhea
Severe oiliness of the skin: an abnormal secretion from the sebaceous gland
What causes TWEL
Evaporation
What type of bacteria is in the puss of the blemishes?
Staphylococcus
What is the role of silicone in a product?
Prevent water escaping from the skin
How does Titanium Dioxide work to protect from the sun?
It reflects light
Where is the adipose tissue found?
Sub-cutaneus layer
What is the function of the Langerhans cells?
To help protect the body from infection
What is the layer located below the stratum lucidium?
Stratum granulosum
What is a group of boils called
Carbuncle
What muscle connect the shoulder to the chin
Platysma
What is an eye lash hair
Cilia
The client holds which electrode
Inactive
During discrustation the client holds which electrode
Positive
Where do you begin removing the cleanser from
The neck
Hyper pigmentation is likely to occur on predisposed skin during which treatment
Chemical peels
What does the sudorifurous gland executed
Lactic acid, urea, water
What should you apply before waxing an eyebrow
Powder
Your client has dry skin and you are about to moisturize. What ingredient should you look for ?
Lanolin
What ingredient would be anti microbial in a mask
Eucalyptus
How do you correct deep set eyes
Highlight between and around eyes
Scratches and punctures of the surface of the epidermis is called
Excoriations
A crack in the dermis is called a
Fissure
A condition that would not be indicated for reflexology would be
Diabetes
Disincrustation solution is
Highly alkaline
In what layer of the skin are appocrine glands found.
Dermis
When pulling soft wax from underarm area you
Pull according to hair growth
On what type of skin condition should anaphoresis not be used
Dry
What arrangement is acceptable as an S.M.A
Disinfected surface with a epa register disinfectant
What does anaphoresis do to the skin
Relaxes and softens
Over use of alkaline products can cause
Asteatosis
Red dry skin patches and flaky skin is a sign of what
Psoriasis
If a client has a wheal you
Avoid the area
How must containers be stored
Well ventilated and properly labeled
If a client has an adverse reaction to a product what should be first checked
M.S.D.S
WHAT CAUSTIC PEEL REMOVES THE EPIDERMIS AND DERMIS
Chloracetic acid
When preforming a skin analysis prior to a chemical peel, you notice inflamed skin what do you do
Postpone service
When a client has a neck injury, what area should you avoid
Cervical
When do you cover there eyes with eye pads
When using dermal light
When a client undergone blepharoplasty what area should be avoided
The eyes
Peppermint oil is used on what type of skin
Oily
Clay mask is used on what type of skin
Oily
At what distance should an infrared be placed from the skin
No less than 24 inches
What disease is characterized with dry or moist lesions
Eczema
Why should reflexology not be done to a diabetic client
They have a lack of feeling in their feet
What type of skin tends to make keloids
Black
The reticular layer is found in what part of the skin
The dermis
Another name for contact dermatitis
Dermatitis venenata
When using high frequency you should start
Side of the cheek
What rays are considered germicidal
UV Rays
Dermabrasion is performed by who
Doctor
How far must the steamer be away from the face
15 to 16 inches
What type of massage should be done on acne
Petrissage
What temperature and how long must laundry be washed
160 degrees for 20 minutes
What is the process when you use the positive pole on the face
Cataphoresis
The blue light must be how far away and for how long on the clients face
10 to 12 inches for 5 minutes
What is the strength of a magnifying lamp
40 watts
A mass of keratinized cell and hardened sebum is
Comedone
Clay masks are
Alkaline
What skin treatment can lemon be used for
Bleaching
If you notice leucoderma on a client you should
Continue the treatment
What type of massage would you apply on aging saggy skin
Effleurage
Harden sebum trapped in the follicle is a
Comedone
What is a hard pearl of sebum in the skin that has no open lesion
Milia
Dry scaly skin is a characteristic of what
Asteatosis
What holds the stratum spinosum together
Desmosomes
Which of the following is viral hypertrophy
Verruca
Cleansing creams are applied using
The fingertips
What layer of the skin contains fibroblast cells
Dermis
What muscle is responsible for pucker the lips
Orbicularis oris
Where is adipose tissue primary located
Subcutaneous layer
Would you wax over keratosis pilaris
No
Another word for cleaning is
Sanitation
Which form of exfoliation works by physically removing dead skin cells from 20-30% of the surface of the epidermis
Microdermabrasion
Product labeling includes which of the following that causes changes in the skins appearance
Active ingredients
A loupe is also called
Magnifying lamp
What type of muscle is responsible for one organ only and functions involuntarily
Cardiac
Which of the following parts of a cell is responsible for its growth and reproduction
Cytoplasm
Wax can be applied over a
Nevus
At what distance should an infrared be placed from the skin
No less than 24 inches
You analyze the skin after you…
Cleanse the face
What disease is characterized with dry or moist lesions
Eczema
Rosacea is associated with
Broken capillaries, papules, and pustules
What is a tertiary color
Equal amounts of a second color and its neighboring primary color
The reticular layer is found in what part of the skin
The dermis
What is another word for Couperose
Telangectasia
What is the process when you use the positive pole on the face
Cataphoresis
What is the universal solvent
Water
What is the strength of an effective disinfectant
1 to 1000 PPM
What is hyperhidrosis
Excessive perspiration
What procedures should you apply if irritation appears after a glycolic peel
Neutralize with an alkaline solution
Most common and easiest form of cancer to treat
Basal cell
What is the lowest form of infection control
Sanitation (cleaning)
Which skin type exhibits fine lines and lacks sebum
Dry skin
How much of the epidermis can be removed with just one microdermabrasion treatment
20-30%
Palm oil is an ingredient that is an example of an
Emollient and prevents moisture loss by creating a protective barrier
What a product will do to enhance the appearance or improve the condition of the clients skin are the products …
Benefits
The reservoir of cash that is needed to stay ahead of creditors is called
Operations capital
Once-celled microorganisms that are either disease-producing or no disease producing are called
Bacteria
What is the second level of infection control that does not eliminate bacterial spores called
Disinfection
What are bromelain and papain
Enzymes
What is the difference between squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma
Basal cell carcinomas are common malignant lesions
What is the last step one should take in the hair removal process
Apply a medicated lotion to the entire area
Which cells found in the dermis layer are response for the production of collagen and elastin
Fibroblast cells
Where is collagen and elastin produced
Dermis
What is the mass of epidermal cells forming a small tube-like depression in the skin or scalp called
Hair follicle
What mask contains a special crystal of gypsum, a plaster like ingredient that warms the skin
Modelage or thermal mask
What mask warms the skin, INCREASES CIRCULATION AND PROMOTES PENETRATION OF THE INGREDIENTS that were applied underneath
Paraffin mask
Collagen is a strong protein substance that is made of ____% of the dermis
70%
What massage movement is considered another form of friction
Chucking
What is the color of high frequency for sensitive skin
Orange
Which foundation tone do you use choose for cool, light skin
Pink undertones
A cotton puff should be used to apply
Powders and lotions
An antiseptic is a chemical germicide formulated to use where
On the skin
What should be used to treat an allergy of the skin
Lotions
What tissue supports and protects the body
Connective
What can you put on the skin to prevent TWEL
Occlusive/ Ointment
What is the outer structure of the cell
Cell membrane
What is the skins first line of defense for pathogens
Langerhans cells
What colors are opposite to primary colors
Secondary color
What is the term for prickly heat
Militaria rub
Which cells are the first line of defense on the body
Stratum corneum/ horny layer
Which PH level of acid should a 30% glycolic chemical peel should not go below
3
What color does hyperpigmentation reflect under a woods lamp
Brown
What do you use to remove products from containers
Non porous disinfected item
What is toner used for
To balance the PH of skin
The Disinfection solution used by licensee must have a registration number and must be approved by
Environmental protection agency
What is a method used to eliminate or reduce the transmission of infectious organisms from one individual to another
Infection control 1
To understand transmissions is to understand what ?
The process by which pathogens move between individuals
What is the presence of pus a sign of
Bacterial infection
If you get sick as a result of overexposure to chemicals at the workplace, what has happened ?
You have contracted an occupational disease
Tuberculosis is transmitted through what
Inhalation
Because clients who are just getting sick, can be contagious without showing any signs of infection they are considered to be what ?
Asymptomatic
What is the name for a chemical substance spread on the skin to dissolve the hair at the surface of the skin?
Depilatory
Which two services uses strips for removal
Soft waxing and spatula applied sugaring 
What part of the body is usually preferable for those of soft wax
The legs
