Key Terms Flashcards
What is anaphoresis?
Process of infusing an alkaline (negative) product into the tissues from the negative pole toward the positive pole
Used in skincare to deliver alkaline substances into the skin.
What is cataphoresis?
Process of forcing an acidic (positive) product into deeper tissues using galvanic current from the positive pole toward the negative pole; tightens and calms the skin
Often used for skin tightening and calming effects.
What is desincrustation?
Process used to soften and emulsify sebum and blackheads in the follicles
Typically involves the use of galvanic current.
What is a high-frequency machine?
Apparatus that utilizes alternating, or sinusoidal, current to produce a mild to strong heat effect; sometimes called tesla high-frequency or violet ray
Used in various skin treatments for its heating effects.
What are ions?
Atoms or molecules that carry an electrical charge
Essential in various electrotherapy treatments.
What is ionization?
The separation of an atom or molecule into positive or negative ions
Critical process in electrotherapy.
What is iontophoresis?
Process of infusing water-soluble products into the skin with the use of electric current, such as the use of positive and negative poles of a galvanic machine or a microcurrent device
Commonly used for delivering active ingredients into the skin.
What is a rotary brush?
A machine used to lightly exfoliate and stimulate the skin; also helps soften excess oil, dirt, and cell buildup.
What is saponification?
A chemical reaction during desincrustation during which the current transforms the sebum into soap.
What is sinusoidal current?
A smooth, repetitive alternating current; the most commonly used alternating current waveform, used in the high-frequency machine; can produce heat.
What is a spray machine?
A spray misting device.
What is thermolysis?
A heat effect; a modality of electrolysis utilizing alternating current (AC); used for permanent hair removal.
What is a vacuum machine?
Also known as suction machine; device that vacuums/suctions the skin to remove impurities and stimulate circulation.
