PART 4: ESTHETICS/ CHAPTER 15: Facial Treatments Flashcards
What is a food or drink that does NOT aggravate rosacea?
Milk
What skin condition can be prevented by staying out of the sun and wearing protective clothing and sunscreen daily?
Hyperpigmentation
What does it mean if a client says that extractions are painful?
Extraction method being used is probably too rough and forceful
What is NOT among the environmental aggravators that clients w/acne should avoid?
Water
What procedure should you recommend that clients with acne add to their home care twice per week?
Clay mask
What are finger cots?
Individual finger “gloves” used for extractions.
What will you be able to perform easily and efficiently once you understand the angle of the various follicles in the different locations on the skin.
Extractions
When in the extraction process is a healing mask beneficial?
After all extractions are done
What is NOT one of the beneficial effects that warmth has on skin?
Decrease circulation
What is NOT a risk associated with keeping hot towels on the skin for too long?
Overmoisturization
What is extraction?
Manually removing impurities and comedones from follicles
What is NOT one of the functions of a treatment mask?
Loosening the skin
When in the facial process should a calming, hydrating mask be applied?
Only at the end
What becomes trapped under a paraffin mask and promotes penetration of ingredients deeper into the skin?
Heat
Why should you offer clients water after performing services?
To facilitate rehydration
What should you do at the end of the service?
Book the clients next appointment
Why should you apply product moderately?
Too much of a good thing can counteract benefits.
What should you do if you are having a bad day?
Keep it to yourself
What is NOT among the reasons clients should arrive 15 minutes prior to appointment?
Help you prep the treatment room.
When should the client be shown the area where he or she can change clothes and store any belongings?
Immediately upon arrival in the salon
What should female clients be instructed to remove before a facial treatment?
Bra
What sort of fabric is MOST likely to collect lint from sheets?
Dark
Who is responsible for instructing the client how to get comfortable on the facial bed?
Esthetician
What aspect of services is affected by the considerations of efficiency and laundry costs?
Draping
When in the process of draping the hair do you place the towel on the headrest?
At the beginning of the process
What service should you recommend that all clients receive once a month?
Facial
What step can be dropped when a client is receiving a mini-facial instead of a basic facial?
Extractions
What is true of home care?
It is probably the most important factor in successful skin care.
What should you do for about 15 min after the first treatment with a new client?
Explain proper home care
What is true of a mini-facial?
It has fewer steps than a basic facial.
What is the approximate length of a full, basic facial?
60 minutes
What skin type is associated with the treatment goal of stimulating sebum production?
Dry skin
What type of enzyme peel should you use to exfoliate dry skin?
Gentle
What is NOT a recommended treatment for dry skin?
Harsh exfoliation
What can be caused by exposure to extreme climates, extreme weight loss, and physiological disease?
Accelerated skin aging
What do facial treatments offer in addition to relaxation?
Improving the skin’s health
What is true of facial treatments?
They are the core treatments that estheticians perform
What is a facial?
Professional service designed to improve and rejuvenate the skin
Where are corrective treatments the focus?
Medical offices
Who can issue prescriptions?
Physicians
How often should you attend an esthetics class or conference in order to improve your potential career success?
At least once a year
What can you help clients do by speaking to them in a quiet and professional manner?
Relax
What is a good description of the way you should work with clients?
Quietly and efficiently
What is NOT among the reasons why you should remove rings, bracelets and other jewelry before performing services?
Your nice jewelry will make clients jealous.
What is the approximate length of a mini-facial?
30 minutes
What should you do after cleansing the clients skin?
Complete a thorough skin analysis with a magnifying lamp.
When during the facial procedure should you perform the client consultation?
At the beginning
When during the facial procedure should you apply moisturizer and/or sunscreen?
At the end
What is true of skin irritation?
It is a contraindication for a facial
When should you apply warm towels?
After the dry skin analysis
Who should rinse and flush the clients eyes if product gets into the eyes?
Client
What type of cleanser is difficult to quickly and efficiently remove?
Foaming
When is exfoliation most effective?
After cleansing
What is NOT a common result of extreme weight loss?
Abnormal hair growth
What is NOT a beneficial treatment for mature skin?
UV lamp treatment
What is NOT a beneficial treatment for sensitive skin?
Harsh cleansers
What are considered vasoconstricting ?
Cold towels
What is NOT contraindicated for sensitive skin?
Gentle cleansers
What is desincrustation?
Process used to soften oil and comedones in follicles.
What is folliculitis?
Inflammation of the hair follicles
What is the common name for pseudofolliculitis ?
Razor bumps
What causes pseudofolliculitis?
Improper shaving
What is a use for cool towels?
Calming sensitive skin
What skin type benefits from light, water-based products?
Oily skin
Why should comedogenic products be avoided for clients with acne?
These products tend to aggravate or produce acne symptoms.
