Exfoliation

Question 1

Cell turnover rate def

Answer 1

Rate of cell mitosis and migration from the dermis to the top of the epidermis

Question 2

Cell turnover rate for baby to adult

Answer 2

~ 14 day rate for a baby
~ 25 day rate till about year of age as adult (30years = 30 days)

Question 3

Two types of exfoliation

Answer 3

Mechanical (physical) and chemical

Question 4

Mechanical exfoliation ingredients and devices

Answer 4

Oatmeal, corncob meal, walnut shells, sugar, and salt

Brushes, buffing pads, and abrasive materials

Question 5

Microdermabrasion def

Answer 5

Machine-based exfoliation using crystal spray or diamond tops to gently polish dead skin cells from the surface of the skin

Question 6

Contraindications of exfoliation

Answer 6

Rosacea with sensitive skin
Viral infections
Bacterial infections
Fungal skin infections
Open lesions, burns, or rashes
Dermatitis
Active, inflamed acne pustules, cysts, or nodules
Use of accutane w/in the last year
Immediate postoperative cosmetic facial surgeries
Pregnancy (physicians approval)
Botox or filler within 30 days

Question 7

Viral infections

Answer 7

Herpes simplex (cold sores)
Warts
Shingles

Question 8

Bacterial infection

Answer 8

Impetigo
Cellulitis - potentially serious infection; small red area surrounding an injury
Folliculitis

Question 9

Enzyme exfoliation is great before ____
And the client should not feel _____
Can be applied ____

Answer 9

Before a more advanced treatment to prepare skin
Client should not feel more than a light tingling (may see light erythema)
Every 1-2 weeks

Question 10

Enzymes description

Answer 10

Are proteolytic (protein-dissolving)
They work to destroy the keratin in dead cells on the surface of the skin

Question 11

Chemical exfoliations are good for which skin types

Answer 11

All skin types

Question 12

Chemical exfoliation def

Answer 12

The process of removing excess accumulations of dead skin cells from the corneum layers of the epidermis as superficial peeling, exfoliation, keratolysis, and desquamation; they “unglue” the bonds that hold skin cells together to allow for gentle and even desquamation

Question 13

Two types of chemical exfoliation

Answer 13

AHA and BHA

Question 14

AHA def

Answer 14

Alpha hydroxy acid;
exfoliates surface of the skin
Water soluble
Moisturizes the skin
Has humectant qualities
Tends to help build collagen

Question 15

BHA def

Answer 15

Beta hydroxy acid
Exfoliates surface of the skin + inside the pores
Fat/oil soluble
Dries out the skin
Has antibacterial qualities
Tends to reduce inflammation

Question 16

Exfoliation benefits

Answer 16

Improved skin texture, barrier function, and moisture retention
Increased cell renewal factor
Reduced fine lines, wrinkles, and surface hyperpigmentation
Smoother skin
Improved skin conditions
Possible collagen and elastin stimulation

Question 17

Exfoliation contraindications

Answer 17

Recent cosmetic surgeries
Recent injectable
Use of skin thinning medication
Allergies or sensitivities to products being used
Pregnancy
Herpes simplex (cold sores)
Tendency for hyperpigmentation
Inflamed acne or rosacea
Infectious disease
Open sores or suspicious lesions
Sunburned or irritated skin
Photosensitizing medication
Contraindicated drugs