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1
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Back Facial Purpose 4

A

cleanse and exfoliate

promote circulation

clear blackheads and acne

relaxation

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2
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purpose of back facials

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analyze

cleanse
steam and exfoliate

extract

massage

and apply mask.

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3
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benefits of back facial 4

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sets you apart from others

great in-between facials

many don’t consider back skin conditions until summer or events

clients cannot reach these places

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4
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Types of Skin cancer 3

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basal cell carcinoma

squamous cell carcinoma

malignant malenoma

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5
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normal mole

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small brownish spot

not cancerous

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6
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Basal cell carcinoma

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light pearly nodule

least severe

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7
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squamous cell carcinoma 4

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more serious

scaly red/pink

papules/nodules can be open or crusty,

can grow and spread

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malignant melanoma

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most serious

black/dark patches

usually uneven and jagged

100% FATAL IF UNTREATED

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9
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ABCDE rule of assessing moles

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A= asymmetry

B= border - uneven/irregular, can looked jagged, notched blurry, colour may spread into area around mole

C= colour; not the same throughout. shades of tan, brown, black, blue, grey, red, pink, white

D= diameter; size of mole is larger than 6mm across

E= evolving; change in colour, size, shape, feel. itchy or burning

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10
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3 Types of UV

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UVA
UVB
UVC

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11
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UVA radiation 3

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  • goes deeper into the skin (dermis)
  • causes premature aging and wrinkles

-causes change in appearance of skin colour (tan)

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12
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UVB radiation 3

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  • affects the skins surface (epidermis)
  • contributes to burning of skin
  • causes eye damage
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13
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UVC radiation 2

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very dangerous

filtered by ozone layer

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14
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two types of sunscreen

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physical

chemical

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15
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physical sunscreen 3

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aka mineral
work by creating physical barrier on the skin that shields from Sun rays

broad spectrum protection by reflecting UV radiation away

ward off UVA skin damage - hyperpigmentation and wrinkles

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16
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what are mineral sunscreens formulated with 2

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zinc oxide and titanium oxide

2 ingredients recognized as safe and effective

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17
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chemical sunscreens 2

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don’t sit on skin or block rays

feature active ingredients that absorb UV rays before skin can soak them up

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18
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what ingredients to chemical sunscreens include 6

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oxybenzone

avobenzone

octisalate

octocrylene

homosalute

octinoxate

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19
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skin cancer prevention 2

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avoiding direct exposure to sunlight/UV rays

applying sunscreen daily even if you don’t plan to be outside or not sunny out

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20
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holistic skin care

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look at whole body

look at root cause of skin imbalances to help achieve healthy functioning skin

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21
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what is gua sha 4

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derived from traditional chines medicine

healing method that uses smooth edged tool to stroke the skin while pressing on it

can be on whole body

help reduce muscle inflammation and relieve muscle/joint pain

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22
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gua sha on face 2

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excellent way to help reduce inflammation, stimulate stagnant qi (energy), drain lymph and promote healing

flatter hold= less pressure

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23
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what is derma planing

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facial treatment that uses surgical grade scalpel to scrape across the surface of the skin

24
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purpose of dermaplaning. 3

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exfoliate

remove fine vellus facial hair

provide smoother appearance

25
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method of derma planing 3

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skin clean and toned

serum/facial oil to help glide

scalpel held at 45 degree angle and gently scraped in small strokes

26
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considerations of derma planing 5

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not on acne/inflamed skin

swimming and sun must be avoided after

good exfoliation for pregnant women who can’t have chemical/electric

over use will damage barrier

done 3-4 weeks

27
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micro current 2

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device that mimics the body’s natural electrical energy to reeducate ad tone facial muscles

improve circulation and increases collagen and elastin production

28
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rosacea 6

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inflammatory and vascular disorder with multiple causes

flushing/increased buts of redness

visible vessels and skin sensitivity

can progress to pustular breakouts confused with acne

can affect eyes (bloodshot, discharge, irritation)

advances= thickening of skin

29
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rosacea triggers 3

A

extreme temps

spicy foods and foods that cause inflammation

poor gut/skin microbiome

30
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how to help rosacea during facial 6

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pressure point massage instead of regular massage

avoid abrasive exfoliants

no steam/hot towels

use cooling tools; hydrating mist, ice globes, gum she

skin calming mask

LED green

31
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Cryotherapy 1

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cold temperatures introduced during the facial causing reduction in blood vessel size

32
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benefits of cryotherapyn4

A

reduce redness/inflammation

pain relief

firmer skin

reduce puffiness

33
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tools used in cryotherapy 4

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cool gush stones/face roller

ice globes

facial mist in cooler

liquid nitrogen muted over face

34
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most important lymph node

A

suoerclavicular

35
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express/mini facial 5

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less steps takes about 30 mins

omitted steps may be; steaming, long massage, extractions

good cleansing, exfoliation, peel and mask most important

may target one area - cleanse, target area (eyes or cheeks) hydration, serum

home care

36
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who benefits from mini facials 2`

A

client who doesent have enough time for full facial - can be lunch break

opportunity to discuss other facials and introduce products

cheaper option

37
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importance of homecare

A

just like the gym, one needs to work on there own to see results instead of just seeing professional once/twice a month

38
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facial cupping 5

A

manual form of suction machine

ancient method commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine

suction cups to stimulate skin and muscles on face.

cup is squeezed while it glides over facial oil/serum creating light suction

no marks

39
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benefits of facial cupping 4

A

increase oxygen rich blood circulation relaxing muscle

tension strengthening skin and connective tissue

stimulate cells responsible for collagen production

great for massage

40
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facial roller 3

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often jade, marble or metal

traditional Chinese medicine

nice and cool on the skin

41
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face roller benefits 5

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improves circulation

reduce puffiness

assist lymph to drain if done properly

calming and soothing

can releive sinus pain

42
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probiotic 3

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defends and protects skin from pathogens

maintain skin barrier

prevent premature aging

43
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competitive exclusion 2

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forming living armour on skin surface

good microbes occupy space and eat all available food so bad guys can’t grow

44
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t- junction function 2

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probiotics increase quality and quantity of stitches between skin cells known as tight junctions

form together creating barrier to keep toxins and pathogens out and moisture in

45
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defensins 2

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anti-microbial peptides

make life hard for bad microbes without effecting beneficial ones

45
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benefits of improved barrier function 3

A

super hydration

sensitivity moderation

active anti aging

46
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what are the 4 types of probiotics

A

broth
lysate
tyndallisation
live probiotics

47
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broth 2

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medium

microbes grown in medium , they are removed and the ferment/medium is used

48
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lysates 2

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probiotic extract

microbes grown in medium, cell membranes are broken and cell contents are filtered and used

49
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tyndallisation 2

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probiotic extract

microbes grown in medium, medium is heated to kill them and medium is used with whole microbes in it

50
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live probiotics

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microbes are still alive and able to colonize

51
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probiotic extract 2

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can signal to human cells to change their behaviour

selectively Destroy pathogens

52
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live probiotics

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actively shift the ecology on the skin in meaningful way

multiplying and becoming active part of ecosystem

53
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factors that can cause lack of microbiome 7

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sanitation
chlorinated water
c-section
antibiotics- 3 years to regulate
human interaction
soaps
cosmetics

54
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how much of microbial diversity show we may have lost

A

35%

55
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keystone species

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species that significally alter the habitat around it =, affecting large number of organisms.

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