Facial Treatment Theory Flashcards

1
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Treatment steps (8)

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Precleanse
Analyze
Cleanse and tone
Exfoliate
Treat
Massage
Mask
Protect

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Increase phase goal

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To stimulate skin, promoting cell turnover, and increased skin moisture

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Steps in the increase phase

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Pre-cleanse
Analyze
Cleanse and tone
Exfoliate

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Balance phase goal

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Prepared to receive an infusion of active ingredients to correct skins pH and improve skins hydration and protection

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5
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Steps in the balance phase

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Treat
Massage

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6
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What should the skin look like by the Decrease phase

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After skin is balanced to improve its pH, hydration, and protection, the skin should be calmed and sedated

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Decrease phase steps

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Mask
Protect

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Goals of the decrease phase

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Reduce inflammation, microcirculation, and bacterial growth

Target pigment concerns, erythema (redness), rough texture, and edema

Decrease skin barrier dysfunction and melanocyte overproduction

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9
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What is an express facial treatment

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A condensed, 30 min facial where the balance phase is usually emitted (mini-facial)

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10
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Acne facial steps

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Pre-cleanse
Analyze
Cleanse and tone
Exfoliate
EXTRACTION
Mask
Protect

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11
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Which grades of acne can you have and not have a service

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Grades 1 and 2 can have service
Grades 3 and 4 require doctors consent prior

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12
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Exfoliation guidelines for an acne facial

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Never use physical or mechanical exfoliation on inflamed acne; use enzyme masks

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13
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Extraction guidelines for an acne facial (4)

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Don’t try to extract papules

Lancets on pustules can be used if areas regulatory agency allows it

Don’t do extensive extractions on dehydrated skin; under 5 min

ALWAYS use antibacterial product after

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14
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Mask ingredients helpful to acne (9) (high antioxidant botanicals)

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Salicylic acid
Chocolate
Sulfur
Zinc
Bentonite clay
Sea salt

Green tea
Blueberry
Pomegranate

*no warm streamed towels to remove

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15
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What’s the difference between a men’s facial and a facial done on a woman

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The technique

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16
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Skin considerations for a men’s facial

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Skin has a more acidic pH
Facial hair is often thick; issues with folliculitis
Oil production - testosterone promotes an active sebaceous gland

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17
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Folliculitis Barbae def and what causes it

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(Barbers itch)
An infection on the face and neck where the area surrounding hair follicles is inflamed with redness and pustules

Caused by damage or blockage of the hair follicle, due to incorrect shaving

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18
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Pseudofolliculitis def/looks/what to do

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Characterized by papules (itchy); occurs most often in men with coarse or tightly curled hair (hair curved back into skin inflaming the hair follicles)

Exfoliate using gentle scrub to remove dead skin cells and soften skin

19
Q

What consistency of product should you use in the beard area on a men’s facial

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A gel product (thick cream or clay masks are difficult to remove)

20
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What motion should you use to clean area on a men’s facial

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Use circular movements to reach the base of follicle (downward circular on beard)

21
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Facial treatment benefits (9)

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Relaxed muscles
Soothed nerves
Hydrated skin
Improved circulation
Enhanced health of skin
Overall relaxation
Blemish improvement
Reduced redness
Skin brightening

22
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Existing condition of skin for a anti-aging facial

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Dull appearance
Enlarged pores
Sagging skin
Wrinkles
Discoloration and redness
Congested skin

23
Q

Benefits of an anti-aging facial

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Firming and toning
Deep exfoliation
Increased hydration
Improved skin clarity

24
Q

Existing condition of skin before an acne facial

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Grade 1 and 2 acne
Papules and pustules
Inflammation
Blackheads and comedones
Milia
Oiliness

25
Q

Benefits of an acne facial

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Deep cleansing
Exfoliation
Bacteria overgrowth control
Extraction
Oil control

26
Q

Existing condition of the skin before a soothing facial

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Redness
Dryness/flakiness
Dehydration
Irritated skin
Edema

27
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Benefits of a soothing facial

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Reduction of redness
Reduction of irritation
Deep hydration

28
Q

Existing condition of skin before a skin brightening facial

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Hyperpigmentation (dark spots)
UV damage
Dull skin and dull appearance
Patches of discoloration

29
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Benefits of a skin brightening facial

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Reduction of dark spots
Increased hydration
Deep exfoliation

30
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Existing condition of skin before a hydrating facial

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Dry
Dehydrated
Finelines
Redness

31
Q

Benefits of a hydrating facial

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Increased hydration
Relaxation
Light exfoliation

32
Q

Existing condition of skin before a post-surgery facial

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Erythema
Edema
Bruising

33
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Benefits of a post-surgery facial

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Reduced discomfort
Increased lymphatic drainage
Deep hydration

34
Q

Unhealthy skin color

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Uneven color, hyperpigmentation, or UV damage

35
Q

Unhealthy skin texture

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Blemishes or rough-textured, congested skin

36
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Unhealthy skin hydration

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Flaking, fine lines; dry, dehydrated, dull skin, TEWL (transepidermal water loss)

37
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Unhealthy skin sensation

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Itching
Burning
General irritation

38
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Recommended facial treatment for color and the results

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Skin brightening and anti-aging facials

Even color; minimal or no hyperpigmentation or UV damage

39
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Recommended facial treatment for texture and results

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Acne and soothing facials

Reduced or no blemishes and a smoother texture

40
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Recommended facial treatment for hydration and results

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Hydrating facial

Minimal to no flaking or fine lines; radiant glowing skin

41
Q

Recommended facial treatment for sensation and results

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Hydrating and soothing facials

No itching, burning, or general irritation

42
Q

After facial, skin generally looks/feels good for about

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A week

43
Q

How often should you practice healthy skin maintenance/stress reduction

A

Every 4 weeks

44
Q

How often should you practice problem correction on skin

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Every 2 weeks