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Facial Devices Study Guide Flashcards

1
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What is the most common magnifying lamp magnification?

A

Five diopters

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2
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How long can a properly-maintained magnifying lamp last?

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10 years

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3
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What color will thin or dehydrated skin appear as under a wood’s lamp?

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Light violet

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4
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What type of skin has a blue-white appearance under a Wood’s Lamp?

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Normal, healthy skin

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

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Three times or for about three to five seconds

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6
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What is considered to be the most important machine used in esthetics?

A

Steamer

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7
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How far should steam be kept from the face when you are using a steamer?

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15 to 18 inches

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8
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How do mineral deposits commonly appear on a steamer?

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White or yellow crusty film on the heating element

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9
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What can the vacuum machine be used in place of during a facial service?

A

Massage

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10
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How should the vacuum be used on clients?

A

Slow horizontal movements on moistened or damp skin

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11
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What are the two most common types 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 as desincrustation fluid for anaphoresis?

A

Baking soda in water

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13
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What does cataphoresis do?

A

Calm or soothe nerve endings

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14
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What is NOT a benefit of the high frequency machine?

A

Helps prevent coagulation

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15
Q

What color light should appear when using the large mushroom electrode of a high-frequency machine on normal to oily skin?

A

Violet

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16
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What is NOT a method by which exfoliation can be accomplished?

A

Biologically

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17
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What is the average rate of cell turnover for those 50 and older?

A

42 to 84 days

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18
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A pH of less than ___ is not recommended for salon peels.

A

3.0

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19
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What is NOT a contraindication for chemical exfoliation?

A

Oily skin

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20
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What is an example of a beneficial ingredient for mature or sensitive skin?

A

Aloe vera

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21
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How often should you recommend a series of AHA treatments to clients?

A

Every three to four months

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22
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How many times should you rinse the skin after removing a chemical exfoliant during a mini-procedure?

A

At least six times

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23
Q

What is photodynamic therapy primarily used to treat?

A

Actinic keratosis

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24
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What class of medical device are lasers and intense pulsed light (IPL) machines?

A

IV

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25
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What type of LED light is used for rejuvenation?

A

Infrared

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26
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What color light is considered stimulating when using therapeutic lamps for color therapy?

A

Red

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27
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What condition is a contraindication for micro current?

A

Epilepsy

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28
Q

Pitta is a combination of what two elements?

A

Fire and water

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29
Q

Where are most body products applied FIRST when performing a body scrub?

A

Legs

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30
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What statement about preoperative care is correct?

A

Part of the esthetician’s role is to help the patient stay calm

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31
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T of F: Estheticians only need to be familiar with facial machines if they will be working with them regularly.

A

False

32
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T of F: There are no contraindications for electrotherapy.

A

False

33
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T of F: UV lamps are not effective for disinfection.

A

True

34
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T of F: After you clean and disinfect the hot-towel cabinet, its door should be left closed for the night.

A

False

35
Q

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.

A

True

36
Q

T of F: You should always tighten the adjustment knobs on a magnifying lamp before moving its arms up or down.

A

False

37
Q

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.

A

F

38
Q

T of F: Pigmentation that shows up under the wood’s lamp cannot be completely lightened with products or treatments

A

T

39
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T of F: Before using a brush machine on a client, you should moisten the brush.

A

T

40
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T of F: You should not apply pressure when using the brush machine on a client’s kin.

A

T

41
Q

T of F: Couperose skin benefits from extensive steaming.

A

F

42
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T of F: You should not spray the hot glass jar reservoir on a steamer with disinfectant before it has cooled off.

A

T

43
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T of F: The galvanic machine converts alternating current into direct current.

A

T

44
Q

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.

A

F

45
Q

T of F: Desincrustation solution is formulated to be absorbed by the skin.

A

F

46
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T of F: When performing a desincrustation treatment, you should keep the electrode constantly moving to avoid over-stimulating an area.

A

T

47
Q

T of F: When performing iontopheresis, if the product is positive, you hold the positive electrode and the client holds the negative electrode.

A

T

48
Q

T of F: Metallic electrodes should never be placed directly on the skin.

A

T

49
Q

T of F: Metal electrodes should be disinfected in an autoclave

A

F

50
Q

T of F: High-frequency current is recommended to achieve product penetration

A

F

51
Q

T of F: Electrodes should typically be replaced every few months

A

F

52
Q

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.

A

T

53
Q

T of F: Only a professional wax bath machine should be used to heat paraffin wax.

A

T

54
Q

When purchasing electrotherapy machines, it is important to consider insurance coverage for the devices.

A

T

55
Q

T of F: A light peel is designed to penetrate into the dermis.

A

F

56
Q

T of F: A client’s cell renewal factor slows down with age.

A

T

57
Q

T of F: BHAs are stronger than AHAs

A

F

58
Q

T of F: The type of exfoliant you choose should be based on the client’s skin condition and the results desired.

A

T

59
Q

T of F: Clients should be instructed to avoid sun exposure after a chemical exfoliation service

A

T

60
Q

T of F: Microdermabrasion crystals can only be used with a microdermabrasion machine.

A

F

61
Q

T of F: Microdermabrasion exfoliates the epidermis more effectively than 30% AHA does.

A

T

62
Q

T of F: Microdermabrasion should be used as aggressively as possible

A

F

63
Q

T of F: Microdermabrasion is recommended for sensitive and couperous skin.

A

F

64
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T of F: When performing microdermabrasion, you should use as many crystals as possible for optimal results.

A

F

65
Q

T of F: Laser emit lightwaves of the same wavelength, while non-laser devices, such as IPL, use a spectrum of different wavelengths.

A

T

66
Q

T of F: A laser produces colored light.

A

T

67
Q

T of F: LED is a form of thermal technology

A

F

68
Q

T of F: Microcurrent works gently and helps speed up the natural regenerative processes of the body when used correctly

A

T

69
Q

T of F: Ultrasound is deep penetrating

A

T

70
Q

T of F: Exfoliation prepares the skin to receive additional products or treatments.

A

T

71
Q

T of F: Keeping collagen and elastin healthy promotes the production of cellulite

A

F

72
Q

T of F: Massage softens hardened cellulite

A

T

73
Q

T of F: Medical aesthetics integrates surgical and nonsurgical procedures with esthetic treatment

A

T

74
Q

T of F: A disadvantage of nonablative wrinkle treatments is that they remove tissue

A

F

75
Q

T of F: Dermal fillers will not last as long when used in conjunction with botox

A

F

76
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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.

A

T

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