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MSB 1 Flashcards

1
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Who used cosmetics for personal beautification, for religious ceremonies, and to prepare the deceased for burial?

A

Egyptians

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2
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What exemplified the ideal of beauty in ancient Japan?

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Geisha

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3
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What was a major cause of changes in style, skin care, and innovation of the beauty culture during the twentieth century?

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Industrialization

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4
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Which career requires a knowledge of cosmetic chemistry, makeup and camouflage techniques, and business skills?

A

Esthetics Writer

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5
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What do commercial photographers often employ to work with models?

A

Makeup Artists

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6
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What is an important part of showing respect for others?

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Using good manners

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7
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What term refers to putting off until tomorrow what you can do today?

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Procrastination

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8
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What document establishes the values that you live and work by, as well as your future goals?

A

Mission statement

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9
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What food should estheticians AVOID during work hours because its odor can linger?

A

Onions

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10
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What should you do when sitting ?

A

Keep your back straight

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11
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What should you do when conflict arises?

A

Be assertive without being overbearing

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12
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What should you do when faced with a no-win argument?

A

Remove yourself from the situation

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13
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What is not one of the golden rules of human relations ?

A

Bear down and work harder when you are overwhelmed

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14
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What form of decontamination is NOT recommended for use in salons or spas?

A

Dry-heat sterilization

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15
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What strength bleach solution can be used for disinfecting implements that have come into contact with blood?

A

10 percent

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16
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What should you NOT do when using disinfectants?

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Place them in unmarked containers

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17
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What type of burn affects all layers of the skin and causes blistering, swelling, and scarring?

A

Third degree

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18
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What should your makeup do ?

A

Accentuate your best features

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19
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What should you do to help keep the workplace healthy and looking its best ?

A

Clean fans and humidifiers at least once a week

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20
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What do human cells need to grow and reproduce ?

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Ability to eliminate waste products

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21
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What term refers to the part of the muscle which is movable attachment and farthest from the skeleton ?

A

Insertion

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22
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What part of the nervous system controls the involuntary muscles ?

A

Autonomic nervous system

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23
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What makes up the bulk of the brain ?

A

Cerebrum

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24
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Where are the thalamus and hypothalamus found ?

A

Diencephalon

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25
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What is the LAST part of the heart through which blood travels before exiting to travel to all parts of the body ?

A

Left ventricle

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26
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What parts of the body receive blood from the anterior tibial artery ?

A

Lower leg and top of the foot

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27
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How are elements identified ?

A

By letter symbols

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28
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What is the range of the pH scale ?

A

0 to 14

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29
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How long should a properly stored emulsion remain stable ?

A

Three years

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30
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What is an example of a device that uses alternating current (AC)?

A

Magnifying lamp

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31
Q

What color LED is used to prevent hyperpigmentation?

A

Green

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32
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What are the two types of fiber ?

A

Soluble and insoluble

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33
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What is an example of a water-soluble vitamin ?

A

Vitamin C

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34
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What foods are a good source of copper ?

A

Almonds and seafood

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35
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What mineral is important to fluid balance and controlling the activity of heart muscle, the nervous system and kidneys ?

A

Potassium

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36
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What is important for proper bone and tooth formation ?

A

Fluoride

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37
Q

What is the bottom layer of the epidermis ?

A

Stratum Germatinativum

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38
Q

What is the average adult cell turnover rate ?

A

28 days

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39
Q

What stimulates melanin production ?

A

Exposure to sunlight

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40
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What color is eumelanin ?

A

Dark brown to black

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41
Q

What effect does nicotine have on the body ?

A

Contraction of the blood vessels

42
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Where do phytoestrogens come from ?

43
Q

What causes the itchy feeling that often accompanies contact dermatitis ?

A

Histamines

44
Q

What color pigmentation is associated with pregnancy mask ?

45
Q

How often should people visit a physician to check for cancerous lesions ?

A

Once a year

46
Q

What is NOT an example of a food that can irritate acne ?

47
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What is NOT one of the most common skin conditions estheticians see today ?

48
Q

What is the main external cause of aging ?

A

Sun damage

49
Q

What is NOT a focus of a skin analysis ?

A

Skin care products the client uses at home

50
Q

What are the alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta hydroxy acids (BHAs) commonly used as ?

A

Exfoliants

51
Q

What is licorice used for ?

A

Treating sensitive skin

52
Q

What is the biggest external cause of pigmentation disorders ?

A

Sun exposure

53
Q

What is the primary property of eucalyptus ?

A

Stimulating

54
Q

What is an example of a mildly comedogenic cosmetic ingredient ?

55
Q

What do paraffin masks do ?

A

Plump and soften the skin

56
Q

What should you use to remove implements from the container of disinfectant solutions ?

57
Q

What should you do with soiled gloves ?

A

Seal them in a plastic bag and place it in a covered waste container

58
Q

What is an example of a single use item ?

A

Finger cots

59
Q

What step comes next after softening the client’s skin with steam or warm towels when performing a basic facial ?

A

Extractions

60
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What is NOT a contraindication for a facial ?

61
Q

How should massage products be applied ?

A

Warm, with fingertips

62
Q

How often should clients schedule facial services ?

A

Once a month

63
Q

What is an example of a noncomedogenic cosmetic ingredient ?

A

Petrolatum

64
Q

What type of mask is recommended for acne ?

65
Q

What does oxygen therapy treatment do ?

A

Reduce bacteria

66
Q

What part of the face has slanted follicular shafts ?

67
Q

How long should you use the steamer during a standard facial treatment ?

A

Five to ten minutes

68
Q

How long should a facial massage be performed during a facial ?

A

10 to 15 minutes

69
Q

What is the most stimulating form of massage ?

A

Tapotement

70
Q

What is the most magnifying lamp magnification ?

A

Five diopters

71
Q

What color will thin or dehydrated skin appear as under the woods lamp ?

A

LIght Violet

72
Q

What is considered to be the most important machine used in esthetics ?

73
Q

How should the vacuum be used on clients ?

A

Slow horizontal movements on moistened or damp skin

74
Q

What type of solution can be used as a desincrustation fluid for anaphoresis ?

A

Baking soda in water

75
Q

What is NOT a benefit of the high frequency machine ?

A

Helps prevent coagulation

76
Q

What color light should appear when using the large mushrooms electrode of a high frequency machine on normal to oily skin ?

77
Q

What is the main method of depilation ?

78
Q

What is the main disadvantage of soft wax ?

A

Can irritate the skin

79
Q

What is an appropriate size for a wax strip for the underarm area ?

A

1-1/2” x 5”

80
Q

What is the SHORTEST length that you should trim hair before waxing ?

81
Q

How long do body waxing procedures usually take ?

A

30 to 60 minutes

82
Q

What should you do before applying wax to the client’s leg if the skin is dry and flaky ?

A

Apply a tiny amount of lotion

83
Q

What is the average rate of cell turnover for those 50 and older ?

A

42 to 84 days

84
Q

What color do you get when you mix red with blue ?

85
Q

What is eyebrow color commonly used for ?

A

Filling in sparse areas of the eyebrows

86
Q

What is the most durable type of brush handle commonly available ?

87
Q

What type of brush is similar to the concealer brush, but is smaller with a more tapered, rounded edge ?

88
Q

What should you do after cleansing a brush ?

A

Cover it with a towel while drying

89
Q

The ideal oval face is approximately ______ as wide as it is long.

A

Three-fourths

90
Q

For what feature should you apply a lighter foundation along the hairline and blend onto the forehead ?

A

Narrow forehead

91
Q

For what type of lips should you outline both the upper and lower lips ?

A

Small mouth and lips

92
Q

What should you do at an interview ?

A

Frame all of your answers in a positive context

93
Q

What is NOT a basic principle with which you will need to become familiar if you decide to operate your own business ?

A

Equipment repair

94
Q

What is an advantage of booth rentals ?

A

Ability to establish your own business and minimal investment

95
Q

What should the ambiance of the reception area be ?

A

Calm and organized

96
Q

What is generally the receptionist’s MAIN job ?

A

Scheduling appointments

97
Q

What is NOT something estheticians do when they accept selling as a professional responsibility ?

A

Make clients feel distrustful

98
Q

What is NOT an example of a common promotion strategy ?

A

Offer sales promotions for an unlimited time

99
Q

What is NOT a way in which skin care professionals promote good public relations ?

A

Place ads in local newspapers

100
Q

What is the BEST way to retain clients to ensure a steady stream of business ?

A

Provide personal attention

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