Facial Devices Study Guide Flashcards
What is the most common magnifying lamp magnification?
Five diopters
How long can a properly-maintained magnifying lamp last?
10 years
What color will thin or dehydrated skin appear as under a wood’s lamp?
Light violet
What type of skin has a blue-white appearance under a Wood’s Lamp?
Normal, healthy skin
How many times should a brush machine be used on each area of the face?
Three times or for about three to five seconds
What is considered to be the most important machine used in esthetics?
Steamer
How far should steam be kept from the face when you are using a steamer?
15 to 18 inches
How do mineral deposits commonly appear on a steamer?
White or yellow crusty film on the heating element
What can the vacuum machine be used in place of during a facial service?
Massage
How should the vacuum be used on clients?
Slow horizontal movements on moistened or damp skin
What are the two most common types of electrodes used with the galvanic machine?
Flat and roller
What type of solution can be used as desincrustation fluid for anaphoresis?
Baking soda in water
What does cataphoresis do?
Calm or soothe nerve endings
What is NOT a benefit of the high frequency machine?
Helps prevent coagulation
What color light should appear when using the large mushroom electrode of a high-frequency machine on normal to oily skin?
Violet
What is NOT a method by which exfoliation can be accomplished?
Biologically
What is the average rate of cell turnover for those 50 and older?
42 to 84 days
A pH of less than ___ is not recommended for salon peels.
3.0
What is NOT a contraindication for chemical exfoliation?
Oily skin
What is an example of a beneficial ingredient for mature or sensitive skin?
Aloe vera
How often should you recommend a series of AHA treatments to clients?
Every three to four months
How many times should you rinse the skin after removing a chemical exfoliant during a mini-procedure?
At least six times
What is photodynamic therapy primarily used to treat?
Actinic keratosis
What class of medical device are lasers and intense pulsed light (IPL) machines?
IV
What type of LED light is used for rejuvenation?
Infrared
What color light is considered stimulating when using therapeutic lamps for color therapy?
Red
What condition is a contraindication for micro current?
Epilepsy
Pitta is a combination of what two elements?
Fire and water
Where are most body products applied FIRST when performing a body scrub?
Legs
What statement about preoperative care is correct?
Part of the esthetician’s role is to help the patient stay calm
T of F: Estheticians only need to be familiar with facial machines if they will be working with them regularly.
False
T of F: There are no contraindications for electrotherapy.
False
T of F: UV lamps are not effective for disinfection.
True
T of F: After you clean and disinfect the hot-towel cabinet, its door should be left closed for the night.
False
T of F: When selecting a magnifying lamp, those that sit on a floor base are preferred over those that attach directly to a facial cart.
True
T of F: You should always tighten the adjustment knobs on a magnifying lamp before moving its arms up or down.
False
T of F: When examining the sides of a client’s face, you should move the lamp back and forth while the client remains still.
F
T of F: Pigmentation that shows up under the wood’s lamp cannot be completely lightened with products or treatments
T
T of F: Before using a brush machine on a client, you should moisten the brush.
T
T of F: You should not apply pressure when using the brush machine on a client’s kin.
T
T of F: Couperose skin benefits from extensive steaming.
F
T of F: You should not spray the hot glass jar reservoir on a steamer with disinfectant before it has cooled off.
T
T of F: The galvanic machine converts alternating current into direct current.
T
T of F: If a client reports a metallic taste in the mouth after galvanic machine treatments, you should instruct them to seek medicinal treatment.
F
T of F: Desincrustation solution is formulated to be absorbed by the skin.
F
T of F: When performing a desincrustation treatment, you should keep the electrode constantly moving to avoid over-stimulating an area.
T
T of F: When performing iontopheresis, if the product is positive, you hold the positive electrode and the client holds the negative electrode.
T
T of F: Metallic electrodes should never be placed directly on the skin.
T
T of F: Metal electrodes should be disinfected in an autoclave
F
T of F: High-frequency current is recommended to achieve product penetration
F
T of F: Electrodes should typically be replaced every few months
F
T of F: When using high-frequency, a glass tip electrode is used to direct sparking to a specific area, such as an acne lesion.
T
T of F: Only a professional wax bath machine should be used to heat paraffin wax.
T
When purchasing electrotherapy machines, it is important to consider insurance coverage for the devices.
T
T of F: A light peel is designed to penetrate into the dermis.
F
T of F: A client’s cell renewal factor slows down with age.
T
T of F: BHAs are stronger than AHAs
F
T of F: The type of exfoliant you choose should be based on the client’s skin condition and the results desired.
T
T of F: Clients should be instructed to avoid sun exposure after a chemical exfoliation service
T
T of F: Microdermabrasion crystals can only be used with a microdermabrasion machine.
F
T of F: Microdermabrasion exfoliates the epidermis more effectively than 30% AHA does.
T
T of F: Microdermabrasion should be used as aggressively as possible
F
T of F: Microdermabrasion is recommended for sensitive and couperous skin.
F
T of F: When performing microdermabrasion, you should use as many crystals as possible for optimal results.
F
T of F: Laser emit lightwaves of the same wavelength, while non-laser devices, such as IPL, use a spectrum of different wavelengths.
T
T of F: A laser produces colored light.
T
T of F: LED is a form of thermal technology
F
T of F: Microcurrent works gently and helps speed up the natural regenerative processes of the body when used correctly
T
T of F: Ultrasound is deep penetrating
T
T of F: Exfoliation prepares the skin to receive additional products or treatments.
T
T of F: Keeping collagen and elastin healthy promotes the production of cellulite
F
T of F: Massage softens hardened cellulite
T
T of F: Medical aesthetics integrates surgical and nonsurgical procedures with esthetic treatment
T
T of F: A disadvantage of nonablative wrinkle treatments is that they remove tissue
F
T of F: Dermal fillers will not last as long when used in conjunction with botox
F
T of F: The clinical aesthetician specialty requires compassion and patience because you will work with people who are in pain or experiencing physical trauma.
T
