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1
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What type of skin is Vitamin C ideal to treat?

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Mature skin

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2
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Hard waxes removed should be removed by an esthetician who

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grips one end and pulls, while the wax is still tacky

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3
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One example of sensory nerve functioning is

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reaction to cold

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4
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In order to prevent contamination and protect your hands, you should

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wear gloves for all procedures

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5
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What type of product will most likely make a blackhead worse?

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comedogenic

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6
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Every day, an esthetician comes into direct physical contact with ___ of every client.

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the integumentary system

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7
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The temperature of a hot towel should be tested on

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the estheticians wrist

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8
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What is true of tweezers used in a wax treatment room?

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They must be made out of surgical steel able to resist disinfection

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9
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Leg waxing is potentially dangerous if a client has

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varicose veins

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10
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What does a toner provide for the skin?

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it removes residue left behind by cleansers or other products

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11
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What is likely result from an estheticians investment in high-quality machines?

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There will be a return on that investment

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12
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What function does the skin serve in the excretory system?

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Eliminating perspiration

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13
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The longest anlagen phase is found in

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scalp hairs

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14
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Who would not typically need a steamer during a facial procedure?

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Clients with sensitive skin

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15
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Who has the longest cell renewal factor (CRF)?

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Adults over the age of 50

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16
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Soft wax is best used on the

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legs

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17
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A clients color selection should be made in which order by a makeup artist?

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Skin color, eye color, hair color

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18
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What diameter indicates melanoma?

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At least as large as a pencil eraser

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19
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Eumelanin can be distinguished by an appearance that is

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dark brown to black

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20
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A client who would likely benefit the most from electrotherapy would be

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a retired woman who has spent her entire life in a tropical climate

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21
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Desincrustation is a technique that is used

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to treat blackheads

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22
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An aspect of applying soft wax to the axilla that does not generally pertain to hard waxing of the same area is __

A

evaluating the directions of growth on each axilla separately

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23
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What is telangiectasia?

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A condition in which capillaries have been damaged and are now larger blood vessels

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24
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When using crystal-free microdermabrasion, the most common application technique involves __ passes

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cross-hatching

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25
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The final step before removing gloves and checking in with a client who is receiving a back facial with enzyme mask is ___

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applying sun protetion

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26
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What characterizes eczema?

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an inflammatory, painful, itching disease of the skin

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27
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What does the term ultrasound mean?

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Extremely high frequencies of sound

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28
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Clients put themselves at the most risk if they wish to schedule a chemical peel in

A

July

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29
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Fluid, infection, or other matter encapsulated in a. form mass under the skin is

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a cyst

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30
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Which fitzpatrick type has the MOST tolerance to UV light

A

Fitzpatrick skin type 6

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31
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The system in the human body which controls and coordinates all other systems is the

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nervous system

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32
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One example of something which has an extrinsic effect on the skin is

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air quality

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33
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What color is NOT a primary color?

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Black

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34
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What color of LED helps with detoxification

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yellow

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35
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Clients should be asked to arrive on the day of their facial appointment

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15 min before the appointment time

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36
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At a facial bar, an esthetician will likely perform a service that includes

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sheet masks

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37
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Differences in the T-zone from other areas of the face are characteristic of __ skin.

A

combination

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38
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The study off hair and its diseases is called

A

Trichology

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39
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What is true of telangiectasia?

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It is characterized by visible capillaries that are commonly found on the face

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40
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What does adding white to a pure hue create?

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Tint

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41
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Cruelty-free cosmetics indicate the products

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are not tested on animals

42
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Estheticians examine the skin through a form of touch called

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palpation

43
Q

Hard waxes should be applied with an applicator

A

45 degrees to the skin in a thick layer

44
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How can a technician best assist the client in a treatment room?

A

By explaining detail about how to prepare for the procedure

45
Q

What gland that requires iodine in the diet in order to function properly?

A

Thyroid gland

46
Q

What is true of a second application of hard wax while the first is setting?

A

It cannot be performed on an immediately adjacent area

47
Q

During a facial massage, the proper amount of product is roughly

A

1 teaspoon (5ml)

48
Q

What is the most symmetrical, ideal face shape?

A

Oval

49
Q

Which of the following Fitzpatrick skin types is MOST likely to tan and LEAST likely to burn

A

Type 4

50
Q

Unlike hard wax, soft wax can be used in

A

blending

51
Q

Approximately how long will a half leg treatment take with soft wax?

A

30 min

52
Q

A small elevation on the kin that contains fluid but may develop into a pustule is a

A

papule

53
Q

What is necessary for waste containers in a treatment rooms?

A

They must be closed and covered

54
Q

An example of someone who should NOT receive electrotherapy is

A

a pregnant client

55
Q

The most important aspect of a treatment room is

A

the rooms cleanliness

56
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A technicians supply cart should be located

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as close to the table as possible

57
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What is the function of both the lymphatic and circulatory systems?

A

Carry fluids

58
Q

Another term for the horny layer is the

A

Stratum Corneum

59
Q

What should towels be before they are put in the towel warmer?

A

Wet

60
Q

What part of the cell is the nucleus?

A

The dense, active protoplasm found in the center of the cell

61
Q

What process removes hair from the bottom of the follicle by breaking contact between the bulb and the papilla?

A

Epilation

62
Q

What is characteristic of grade I acne?

A

Minor breakouts, mostly open comedones, some closed comedones and a few papules

63
Q

Between what two phases of hair growth might the appearance of two hairs in the same follicle occur?

A

Between the telogen phase and the new anlagen phase

64
Q

What is true of collagen and elastin production over time?

A

Collagen and elastin levels both decrease

65
Q

What is the second, transitional stage of hair growth called?

A

Catagen

66
Q

What is the use of electrical devices for therapeutic benefits called?

A

Electrotherapy

67
Q

What characterizes Tinea versicolor?

A

White, brown, or salmon-colored flaky patches from the yeast of the skin

68
Q

What does the term subcutaneous layer refer to?

A

A protective cushion and energy storage for the body

69
Q

A makeup artist can be the most flexible in color choice with a client who has ___ eyes.

A

Brown

70
Q

A rule of thumb about the difference between irritant reactions and allergic reactions is that

A

irritant burn, allergens itch

71
Q

Chemical desincrustation and ionic iontophoresis is created by a

A

galvanic machine

72
Q

Massage has many effects on the skin, but it does not

A

decrease circulation

73
Q

The most prestigious qualification for an esthetician is

A

a CIDESCO diploma

74
Q

A client release form should be signed

A

at the start of every appointment

75
Q

When capillaries have been damaged and are now larger, or distending, blood vessels, a condition known as __ is present

A

telangiectasia

76
Q

Hyperpigmentation is a condition that describes

A

an overproduction of pigment

77
Q

In order to detect cancerous lesions, it is advisable to visit a physician

A

once a year

78
Q

What characterizes seborrheic dermatitis?

A

inflammation, dry or oily scaling or crusting, and/or itchiness

79
Q

What ingredient is beneficial for ALL skin types

A

vitamin A

80
Q

What type of foundation would likely help with windburned skin the most?

A

yellow or green

81
Q

To preserve them for the longest period of time, products should be stored __

A

in dark containers in cooler temperatures.

82
Q

After a chemical peel, estheticians should tell clients to avoid ___ for at least 24 hours.

A

sun exposure

83
Q

What is the most stimulating form of massage?

A

Tapotement

84
Q

What procedure does not happen during an express facial?

A

extractions

85
Q

Chinese medicine developed the type of massage therapy known as

A

acupressure

86
Q

The pH balance of the skin is restored during the step of

A

applying toner

87
Q

The most effective eyeshadow choice for a client who has green eyes would be ___

A

Mauve

88
Q

What technique is categorized by the FDA and the AMA as permanent hair removal?

A

Electrolysis

89
Q

What AHA penetrates the epidermis most effectively?

A

Glycolic acid

90
Q

When performing an American bikini wax with soft wax, the wax strip application should be ___

A

2 to 3 inch wide and 4 to 6 inch long

91
Q

When preparing linens, the technician should _____

A

cover the first sheet with a second sheet which is folded twice

92
Q

The colors that can have a dramatic effect on both light and dark skin are ___

A

medium

93
Q

During a facial, the clients ___ is not typically exposed

A

thigh

94
Q

The ambiance of a spa should be set up in order ____

A

to get the clients to relax

95
Q

How should an esthetician massage the face of a client with acne?

A

Massage should not be performed in an area that has pustular breakouts

96
Q

Soft waxes are removed by an esthetician who ___

A

uses strips to remove the wax while its still warm

97
Q

When is oxygen absorbed into the blood?

A

Inhalation

98
Q

A type of ingredient that is NOT universal for all skin types and conditions are

A

emollients

99
Q

The type of skin which generally freckles and does not tan is

A

Fitzpatrick skin type 1

100
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A

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