milady state board prep Flashcards

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what is the main function of occupational safety and health administration?

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regulate and enforce standards to protect employees at work.

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what is a contagious disease caused by an itch mite?

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scabies

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what agency registers all types of disinfectants sold and used in the united states?

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EPA

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what is mildew?

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a type of fungus that affects plants or grows on inanimate objects.

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The most common method of spreading infection

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touching

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Efficacy is

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the ability to produce an effect.

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The term for slender, hair-like extensions used by bacilli and spirilla for locomotion (moving about)

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flagella

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what sort of bandage should you use after the bleeding has stopped when responding to an exposure incident?

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adhesive

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what is inflammation?

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the condition in which the body reacts to injury, irritation, or infection.

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specialized organs that remove certain elements from the blood to convert them into new compounds.

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glands

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What is the function of epithelial tissue?

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provides a protective covering on body surfaces.

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The colorless, watery fluid derived from blood plasma as a result of filtration through the capillary walls into the tissue spaces is

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lymph

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what is the function of the heart?

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circulates blood

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what is the organ that controls the body?

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the brain

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A joint is

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a connection between two or more bones of the skeleton.

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The phase of metabolism in which complex compounds within the cells are broken down into smaller ones is called

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catabolism.

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The cells of all living things are composed of a substance called

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protoplasm.

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the elastic, bony cage that serves as a protective framework for the heart, lungs, and other internal organs.

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thorax

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the term for eliminating waste from the body.

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defecation

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Chemistry is

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the science that deals with the composition, structure, and properties of matter and how matter changes under different conditions.

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approx. how many naturally occurring elements are there?

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90

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What occurs when an acid is mixed with an alkali in equal proportions to form water and a salt?

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acid-alkali neutralization

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How many branches of chemistry are there?

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two. organic and inorganic

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Salons and spas primarily use what kind of emulsions?

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oil-in-water

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What are alkalis?
are substances with a pH above 7.0.
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In chemistry, what is the term meaning “capable of being mixed”?
miscible
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what are acids?
substances with a pH below 7.0.
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an example of an oil-in-water emulsion.
moisturizer
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What is an example of something we can see that is NOT matter?
light
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What does a fuse do?
prevents excessive current from passing through a circuit.
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What term refers to the electrode used on the treatment area?
active electrode
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What is constant, even-flowing current that travels in one direction only?
direct current
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What is thermal or heat-producing current with a high rate of oscillation or vibration?
Tesla high-frequency current
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How many types of electromagnetic radiation make up natural sunlight?
three types of electromagnetic radiation: invisible infrared light (60 percent), invisible ultraviolet light (5 percent), and visible light (35 percent).
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What are infrared light rays?
invisible rays that have longer wavelengths
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invisible rays that have longer wavelengths
electrotherapy
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what does grounding do?
completes the circuit and carries the current safely away to the ground.
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What is electricity?
the movement of particles around an atom that creates pure energy.
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what color light is used to stimulate circulation and improve collagen and elastin production.
red
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What is a water-binding substance between the fibers of the dermis?
Glycosaminoglycan
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What are enzymes?
catalysts that break down complex food molecules.
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How long and how often should you exercise in order to maintain good health habits?
30 minutes at least three times a week.
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What is NOT a factor upon which nutritional needs depend?
mood
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What is the function of the mineral sodium?
moves carbon dioxide, regulates water levels, and transports materials through cell membranes.
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What term refers to vitamins and substances that have no calories or nutritional value, yet are essential for body functions?
Micronutrients
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what vitamin is also known as retinol, is an antioxidant that aids in the functioning and repair of the skin cells.
vitamin A
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What is arteriosclerosis?
clogging and hardening of the arteries.
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What are carbohydrates?
compounds that break down sugars and supply body energy.
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What form of radiation is also known as “aging rays”?
UVA
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What is the deepest layer of the dermis, containing proteins, collagen, and elastin that give the skin its strength and elasticity?
The reticular layer
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What is the layer of the epidermis composed of cells filled with keratin that resemble granules?
The stratum granulosum
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What is the protective barrier of lipids and secretions on the surface of the skin?
acid mantle
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What are epidermal cells composed of keratin, lipids, and other proteins?
Keratinocytes
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What is the muscle attached to follicles that contracts and causes “goose bumps” when we are cold?
arrector pili
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What are the lipid substances between corneum cells that protect the cells from water loss and irritation?
intercellular matrix.
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What function does the epidermal growth factor (EGF) hormone perform?
stimulates cells to reproduce and heal.
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What is the active layer of the epidermis above the papillary layer of the dermis?
stratum germinativum
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What is the outermost layer of the epidermis, composed of corneocytes?
stratum corneum
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What are mainly solidified impactions of oil without the cell matter?
Sebaceous filaments
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What is a stain?
brown or wine-colored discoloration.
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What is the term for benign lesions frequently seen in oilier areas of the face?
Sebaceous hyperplasia
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What is a keloid?
a thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue (collagen).
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What is the term for thickening of the skin caused by a mass of keratinized cells (keratinocytes)?
Hyperkeratosis
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What are milia?
epidermal cysts.
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What is the term for abnormal growth, many examples of which are benign (harmless)?
Hypertrophy
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What is the technical term for the contagious infection also known as ringworm?
Tinea corporis
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What are smaller bumps, often referred to as tumors, that are caused by conditions such as scar tissue, fatty deposits, or infections?
Nodules
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What are the classifications that describe a person’s genetic skin type?
skin types.
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What are the general characteristics of type V skin on the Fitzpatrick Scale?
Middle Eastern skin; dark and black hair; brown eyes.
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What are treatment goals for normal skin?
maintenance and protective care.
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how many skin types are there?
four
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What is the scale used to measure the skin type’s ability to tolerate sun exposure?
Fitzpatrick Scale
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What is the very common Fitzpatrick skin type with these characteristics: fair skin, varied eye color, and varied hair color?
Type III
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What is NOT an internal effect on the skin?
Allergies
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Treatment goals for dry skin include
using occlusive products to reduce TEWL. | water loss
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What are chains of amino acids that stimulate fibroblasts, cell metabolism, collagen, and improve skin’s firmness?
peptides
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What type of performance ingredients are made from vitamins A, C, and E; green tea; idebenone; and coenzyme Q10?
Antioxidants
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Who is responsible if a client has an allergic reaction to a product that was purchased in bulk, repackaged by the salon in smaller containers, and resold?
salon
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What is a powerful antioxidant that protects and revitalizes skin cells?
Coenzyme Q10
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What type of performance ingredients are made from phospholipids, ceramides, and sterols?
lipids
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What are gommages?
exfoliating creams that are rubbed off the skin.
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What are small, sealed vials containing a single application of highly concentrated extracts in a water or oil base?
Ampoules
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type of surfactant used as cleansers in skin care products.
detergent
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What term refers to meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs?
Sustainability
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What should you do before setting up and touching clean supplies?
wash your hands with soap and warm water.
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What is the acronym for forward-thinking consumers who consider the impact on the environment and society when making purchasing decisions?
LOHAS | Lifestyle of Health and Sustainability.
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what should you do If any product gets into the eyes?
have the client rinse and flush the eyes immediately at the sink
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What is the condition also known as razor bumps?
pseudofolliculitis.
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What is beneficial after extractions?
a calming, healing mask
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How much time should you block out after the first treatment to explain proper home care for the client?
15 minutes
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How should you apply product?
moderately
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What is usually provided through clinical services in a medical office?
corrective treatments.
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A calming, hydrating mask should be applied when?
at the end of the facial
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Where should the client be directed upon arrival?
changing area
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How long, approximately, should a facial massage be performed during a facial?
10 to 15 minute
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What is one reason it is important for estheticians to study massage?
massage is a relaxing part of the facial that invites repeat business
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How should you distribute massage movements on the opposing sides of the area being massaged?
perform the same routine on both the left and right sides of the area being massaged.
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Chucking, rolling, and wringing are variations of what type of massage?
friction
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What do the body’s reflex receptors do when touch is sensed by the body?
increasing blood and lymph flow
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What is shiatsu a form of?
acupressure.
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What is a highly stimulating movement that should never be used for more than a few seconds on any one spot?
vibration
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Why should you avoid tapping directly on the jawbone?
this will feel unpleasant to the client.
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What skin condition appears as yellow, or sometimes pink or orange, under a Wood’s Lamp?
comedones
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What can be warmed in a towel warmer, in addition to towels?
cotton pads and products.
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What is the treatment time, ordinarily, for a steam treatment during a facial?
between 8 to 10 minutes
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What is the chemical reaction during desincrustation where the current transforms the sebum into soap?
Saponification
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What is thermolysis?
a heat effect that is used for permanent hair removal
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Where should you store vacuum-machine tips?
covered storage area.
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What should you do with the brushes of rotary brush machines after each use?
wash them with soap and water, then immerse them in disinfectant per manufacturer recommendations.
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How often should you empty, clean, and disinfect the water catchment tray underneath the hot-towel cabinet’s caddy?
daily
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What is the smooth, repetitive alternating current that is similar to faradic current, that produces mechanical contractions, and that is used during scalp and facial manipulations?
Siunsoidal
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What is an apparatus that utilizes alternating, or sinusoidal, current to produce a strong heat effect?
A high-frequency machine, sometimes called Tesla high-frequency or violet ray,
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What is the method of sugaring in which the product is applied with the hair growth (as with soft wax) and removed against the hair growth?
spatula method
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What is the method of electrolysis that combines elements of galvanic electrolysis and thermolysis, sending a current through a fine needle or probe?
blend method
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What term refers to the photoepilation hair-reduction treatment in which a laser beam is pulsed on the skin using one wavelength at a time, impairing hair growth?
Laser hair removal
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How can one correct the problem of infected follicles or ingrown hairs from shaving?
changing the direction of shaving.
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What is the photoepilation hair-reduction method using flashes of light and different wavelengths?
Intense pulsed light (IPL)
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What fiber-like material that does not shed or stretch is used for making wax strips?
Pellon®
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What term refers to a high-frequency AC current that produces heat and destroys the follicle?
Thermolysis
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What is the second transition stage of hair growth?
Catagen
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Why do many facilities have clients read, update, and sign their release form on every visit?
many changes can occur between client visits
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What is hydrotherapy?
spa treatments that use water.
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What is a caustic poison used for peels and to sanitize metallic implements?
Phenol (carbolic acid)
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What is NOT a possible result of improperly administered microdermabrasion?
Albinism
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What is laser resurfacing?
a procedure used to smooth wrinkles or lighten acne scars.
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What is the technical term for a face lift?
rhytidectomy
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What is the term for wrinkle treatments that bypass the epidermis to stimulate collagen in the dermis for wrinkle reduction, a procedure that does not remove tissue?
Nonablative
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What is the term for the use of friction and products to exfoliate, hydrate, increase circulation, and nourish the skin?
body scrubs
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What is a possible alternative exfoliation treatment for those who cannot tolerate acids?
Microdermabrasion
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What minimizes varicose veins (dilated blood vessels) and other varicostities by injecting chemical agents into the affected areas or by other laser treatments?
Sclerotherapy
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What is a strong exfoliation method using a mechanical brush to physically remove tissue down to the dermis?
Dermabrasion
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What are primary colors?
(blue, red, yellow) are fundamental colors that cannot be obtained from a mixture.
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What is formed when gray is added to a pure hue?
tone
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What term refers to the procedure in which individual synthetic eyelashes are attached directly to a client’s own lashes at their base?
eye tabbing
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What facial feature is(are) the focal point in makeup design?
eyes
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What is the complementary color to blue?
orange
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What is a tinted cosmetic used to cover or even out skin tone and skin color?
foundation
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What two colors are mixed to create green?
blue and yellow
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What is formed when white is added to a pure hue?
tint
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What is formed when white is added to a pure hue?
wellness spa
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Which federal agency studies diseases and provides guidance to prevent their spread?
CDC | Centers of Disease Control and Prevention
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What replaced the Universal Precautions in 1996?
Standard Precautions
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What system requires that personal protective equipment (PPE) be worn for contact with all body fluids, even if blood is not visible?
body substance isolation (BSI)
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What is the chemical process for reducing the number of disease-causing germs on cleaned surfaces called?
sanitation
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What is the term for a disease produced by organisms?
pathogenic disease
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How many levels of burns are there?
four
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What is occupational disease?
illness related to conditions associated with employment
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Standard Precautions (SP) apply to all body fluids and secretions except what?
sweat
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What are the elements of the blood that contributes to the blood-clotting process?
platelets
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The pancreas is part of what body system?
endocrine
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How many phases of metabolism are there?
two phases of metabolism: anabolism and catabolism.
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What is the function of the digestive system?
changes food into nutrients and waste
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What is the function of the integumentary system?
serves as a protective covering for the body
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What is plasma?
the fluid part of the blood and lymph
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What is blood?
a nutritive fluid flowing through the circulatory system
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What is the body system that performs the function of perpetuating the human race?
reproductive
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Estheticians must understand the effect that services have on tissues, organs, and
body systems
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What is the body system that covers, shapes, and supports the skeleton tissue?
muscular
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What is the chemical reaction involving the addition of oxygen or the loss of hydrogen?
oxidation
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Why must estheticians understand basic chemistry?
to use professional products effectively and safely
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What is matter that has fixed volume but no definite shape?
liquid
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How do suspensions differ from solutions?
suspensions contain larger particles than solutions
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What are elemental molecules?
molecules containing two or more atoms of the same element
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What are the smallest chemical components of an element that still retain the properties of that element?
atoms
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What is the simplest form of matter?
element
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What is the name of the branch of chemistry dealing with compounds that do not contain the element carbon?
inorganic chemistry
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What is a uniform mixture of two or more mutually miscible substances?
solution
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What is a cation?
ion with a positive charge
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What are unstable mixtures of two or more immiscible substances?
suspensions
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What is an atom or molecule that carries an electrical charge?
ion
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A milliampere is what fraction of an ampere?
one-thousandth
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What is the word laser an acronym for?
light amplification stimulation emission of radiation
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What is blue light LED therapy used to treat?
acne
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What is a conductor?
any substance that easily transmits electricity
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What is thermal or heat-producing current with a high rate of oscillation or vibration?
Tesla high-frequency current
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What is the application of light rays to the skin for the treatment of acne, wrinkles, capillaries, pigmentation, and hair removal called?
light therapy
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What term refers to infusing a negative (alkaline) product into the skin?
anaphoresis
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What is chromophore?
a color component within the skin
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How many methods for applying high-frequency current are there?
two methods for applying high-frequency current: direct surface application and indirect application.
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What is the most dangerous type of ultraviolet (UV) radiation?
UVC would COOK the earth
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What are infrared light rays?
invisible rays with long wavelengths
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What is the unit that measures the pressure or force that pushes the flow of electrons forward through a conductor?
volt
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What term refers to infusing a positive (acid) product into the skin?
cataphoresis
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What term refers to a negative electrode?
cathode
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What are enzymes?
catalysts that break down complex food molecules
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What are minerals?
inorganic materials required for many reactions of the body
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What term refers to vitamins and substances that have no calories or nutritional value, yet are essential for body functions?
micronutrients
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What is the function of the mineral sodium?
moves carbon dioxide and regulates water levels
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What is the water-soluble B vitamin that works with enzymes to produce energy in cells, and that is found in milk, meats, liver, leafy green vegetables, salmon and tuna?
riboflavin
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What are chains of amino acid molecules used in all cell functions and body growth?
proteins
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What term means that a vitamin has been added to a food product?
fortified
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What are polysaccharides?
carbohydrates that contain three or more simple carbohydrate molecules
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What term refers to coiled structures attached to hair follicles found in the underarm and genital areas that secrete sweat?
apocrine glands
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What is keratin?
fiber protein found in skin, hair, and nails
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What layer of the skin is also known as the granular layer?
stratum granulosum
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What function do lymph vessels perform?
supply nourishment within the skin and remove waste
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What is the skin’s mechanism that protects us from irritation and intercellular water loss?
barrier function
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What is the active layer of the epidermis above the papillary layer of the dermis?
stratum germinativum
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What are the atoms that take electrons from compounds in the body such as proteins, lipids, or DNA, which destabilizes and oxidizes the once-healthy molecules?
free radicals
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What deteriorates with sun exposure?
ability of antioxidants to protect against sun damage
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What function do Langerhans immune cells perform?
guard cells of the immune system that sense foreign invaders
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What is composed of subcutaneous adipose (fat) tissue located beneath the dermis?
subcutaneous layer
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What kind of benefits to the body do massage and product application produce?
physiological
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The subcutaneous tissue located beneath the dermis is _______ tissue.
subcutis
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What is the average pH of the acid mantle?
5.5
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What is the outermost layer of the epidermis, composed of corneocytes?
stratum corneum
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What is the support layer of connective tissue, collagen, and elastin below the epidermis?
dermis
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What is a skin sore or abrasion produced by scratching or scraping?
excoriation
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What is a tumor?
large nodule
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What is a sebaceous cyst or subcutaneous tumor filled with sebum that ranges in size from a pea to an orange, usually appearing on the scalp, neck, and back.
steatoma
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What is the skin disease characterized by red patches covered with white-silver scales?
psoriasis
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What is the term for an acne-like condition around the mouth, manifesting mainly in small clusters of papules that could be caused by products used on the face?
perioral dermatitis
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What is a mole?
pigmented nevus
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What is a common form of eczema that mainly affects oily areas and that is characterized by inflammation, scaling, and/or itching?
seborrheic dermatitis
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What term refers to swelling caused by a fluid imbalance in cells or a response to injury or infection?
edema
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What is a keloid?
thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue (collagen)
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What is a light-colored, slightly raised mark on the skin formed after an injury or lesion of the skin has healed up?
scar
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What is the hypertrophy of the papillae and epidermis also known as a wart?
verruca
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What is an open lesion on the skin or mucous membrane of the body, accompanied by pus and a loss of skin depth?
ulcer
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What is indicated by fragile, thin skin and redness?
sensitive skin
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What is the skin condition characterized by oiliness of the skin?
seborrhea
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What skin type on the Fitzpatrick Scale is black skin?
VI
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What is the term for products that are thick and lay on top of the skin to produce transepidermal water loss (TEWL)?
occlusive
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What is the skin condition characterized by a rough area resulting from sun exposure, sometimes with a layered scale or scab that sometimes falls off?
actinic keratosis
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What is the term for a lack of oil?
alipidic
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What is the very common Fitzpatrick skin type with these characteristics: fair skin, varied eye color, and varied hair color?
III
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What is the skin condition characterized by redness caused by inflammation?
erythema
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an oil widely used in cosmetics that is extracted from the bean-like seeds of the desert shrub it is used as a lubricant and noncomedogenic emollient and moisturizer.
jojoba
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What type of performance ingredients are made from vitamins A, C, and E; green tea; idebenone; and coenzyme Q10?
antioxidants
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What is phytotherapy?
use of plant extracts for therapeutic benefits
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What is the therapeutic use of plant aromas and essential oils for beauty and health treatment purposes?
aromatherapy
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What are chemical agents that inhibit the growth of microorganisms in cosmetic formulations?
preservatives
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What is a powerful antioxidant with soothing properties?
grapeseed extract
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What is a strong alkali used in soaps and creams?
potassium hydroxide
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What is the term for an agent that cause exfoliation of skin cells?
keratolytic
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What is a natural enzyme used for exfoliation and in enzyme peels?
papaya
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What are ingredients in cosmetic products that allow the products to spread, give them body and texture, and give them a specific form such as a lotion, cream, or gel?
functional ingredients
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What are chemical compounds formed by a number of small molecules and that release substances onto the skin’s surface at a microscopically controlled rate?
polymers
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When does the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) require approval of cosmetics?
the FDA does not require approval of cosmetics
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What is the advantage of the butterfly pad over the round pad?
butterfly pads will not fall off of the eyes as easily
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When should you write up a service ticket?
once you’ve escorted the client to the reception desk
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How many cleansing pads will be needed for each facial treatment?
four to six
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Why should you remember to explain to the client where to put his or her personal belongings and how to put on the spa wrap?
some clients have not had facial or wax services before
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What is the first step in performing services?
planning and preparing the treatment room
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What is necessary to function efficiently and provide good service?
planning and preparing a well-stocked and organized room
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What should you offer to the client for rehydration after a service?
water
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Why should you avoid using foam or gel cleansers while preparing clients for facials?
it is difficult to quickly and efficiently remove these products
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Why should towels and/or steam never be too warm or be used for too long?
they can cause overstimulation, redness, and irritation
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What should you do after the initial dry skin analysis?
apply warm towels for a few minutes
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What treatment properties does paraffin have?
Paraffin has no treatment properties of its own, though it allows for deeper penetration of treatment creams into the skin.
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What do facial treatments offer in addition to improving the skin’s health?
relaxation
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When can massage be performed during facials?
throughout the procedure
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What is the term for inflammation of the hair follicles?
folliculitis
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How much product should be enough for the facial area?
one teaspoon
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What is NOT a contraindication for massage?
sinus headache
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What direction should massage movements follow?
from muscle insertion to origin
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What effects do massage treatments have on muscles?
helps muscle tone and relieves muscle tension
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What do the body’s reflex receptors do when touch is sensed by the body?
increase blood and lymph flow
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What is the term for gentle, rhythmic pressure on the lymphatic system to detoxify and remove waste materials from the body more quickly?
manual lymph drainage
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What is the body system that, when affected by massage, triggers relaxation?
central nervous system
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What is the deep rubbing movement requiring pressure on the skin with the fingers or palm while moving them under an underlying structure?
friction
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What can you do if massage is contraindicated?
substitute another step or leave a mask on longer
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What is important in maintaining a smooth rhythm and regulating the massage pressure?
hand mobility
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What is the rapid shaking movement in which the technician uses the body and shoulders, not just the fingertips to create the movement?
vibration
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What massage movement is somewhat similar to squeezing the peel of an orange until a fine spray of oil is expelled, but much more subtle?
Dr. Jacquet movement
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What is an apparatus that utilizes alternating, or sinusoidal, current to produce a strong heat effect?
high-frequency machine
267
What should you do if you have doubts about whether the client can have electrotherapy?
ask the client to get a doctor’s note approving the procedure
268
What condition is NOT helped by the use of a rotary brush?
excess pigmentation
269
Why should you be aware of current facial-machine technology?
knowledge helps you maintain professional credibility
270
What is electrotherapy?
the use of electronic devices for therapeutic benefits
271
What is a constant and direct current that uses a positive and negative pole to produce chemical reactions and ionic reactions?
galvanic current
272
What is the most common magnification for magnifying lamps?
5 diopters
273
What is the term for using galvanic current to create an alkaline chemical reaction that emulsifies or liquefies sebum and debris?
desincrustation
274
What should you do before using a rotary brush on a client?
lightly cleanse the client’s skin
275
What is the term for the scientific study of hair and its diseases?
trichology
276
What is the term for the hair on a fetus?
lanugo
277
What is the term for a substance, usually a caustic alkali preparation, that is used for temporarily removing superfluous hair by dissolving it at the skin level?
depilatory
278
What is the cone-shaped elevation at the base of the follicle that fits into the bulb?
hair papilla
279
What is the term for the unofficial phase of hair growth that follows the telogen stage?
latent phase
280
What is the method of electrolysis that uses direct current, which causes chemical decomposition of the hair follicle?
galvanic electrolysis
281
What is the term for very fine, soft, downy hair?
vellus hair
282
What is epilation?
removing hairs from the follicles
283
What is NOT a contraindication for waxing procedures?
oily skin
284
What is endermology?
treatment for cellulite
285
What is a light to medium peel of lactic acid, salicylic acid, and resorcinol in an ethanol solvent?
jessners peel
286
What is liposuction?
procedure that surgically removes pockets of fat
287
What is the term for body treatments that use mud or fango, Dead Sea salt, seaweed, enzymes, or peat baths?
balneotherapy
288
What is the term for surgery that restores a bodily function, and is necessary for accident survivors and those with congenital disfigurements or other diseases?
reconstructive surgery
289
What is blepharoplasty?
an eye lift that removes the fat and skin from the eyelids
290
What is a device that mimics the body’s natural electric energy to reeducate and tone facial muscles; improve circulation; and increase collagen and elastin production?
microcurrent
291
What remineralizes and detoxifies the body using clay, mud, gel, or seaweed mixtures?
body masks
292
What is NOT a possible result of improperly administered microdermabrasion?
albinism
293
What is a caustic poison used for peels and to sanitize metallic implements?
phenol
294
What are substances used in nonsurgical procedures to fill in or plump up areas of the skin?
injectable fillers
295
What is formed when gray is added to a pure hue?
tone
296
What should you do if a client refuses to act on your makeup recommendations?
accept the refusal and don’t take it personally
297
What is the complementary color to green?
red
298
What will cause makeup brushes to dry over time?
spray-on instant sanitizer
299
What is the name of the item you should place under the collar and around the neck to keep the cape clean for other clients?
neck strip
300
What is the skin tone that is fair, light, skin with creamy or slightly pink undertones?
ivory to fair
301
What is NOT a true statement about the difference between expensive makeup products and cheap makeup products?
cheap products often have better-quality ingredients
302
Why do some mature clients prefer liquid foundation over mineral makeup?
some mineral makeup can be shiny and also be too drying
303
What is used to add a matte, or nonshiny, finish to the face?
face powder
304
What two colors are mixed to create green?
yellow and blue
305
What is a heavy makeup used for theatrical purposes?
greasepaint
306
What is the skin tone that is medium skin with pink or yellow undertones?
beige or medium