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Peels and Chemical Exfoliation Flashcards

1
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Glagau classification is the preferred method of skin classification (T/F)

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False

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The 3 steps to a thorough skin typing and analysis are: Cleanse, Skin typing and Analysis, and Document (T/F)

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True

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If a client has sensitive skin they are immediately eliminated from being a good peel candidate until you become familiar with their skin (T/F)

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True

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Superficial peeling is most effective on acne grades 1 and 2 (T/F)

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True

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A chemical peel is an uncontrolled burn of the skin (T/F)

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False

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6
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Glycolic acid is a vegetable acid derived from acidic vegetables (T/F)

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False

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7
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TCA penetrates to the papillary dermis or the upper reticular dermis when a full frost is achieved (T/F)

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True

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The most commonly used DEEP peeling agent is an enzyme peel (T/F)

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False

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When consulting with a client with acneic skin it is important to document the grade of acne at the consultation and as treatment progresses (T/F)

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True

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10
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If you use more than one strength of glycolic peels, the bottles should be marked clearly or highlighted when received (T/F)

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True

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11
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A consent form for a peel only needs to be obtained when you are concerned a client may have a reaction (T/F)

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False

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12
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20% to 30% glycolic peel solution are very mild (T/F)

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True

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13
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70% glycolic acid is very easy and safe to use on a client of any skin type (T/F)

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False

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14
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The dryer the skin the more intense the peel (T/F)

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True

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There is little that can be done once a client’s skin shows injury by hypopigmentation (T/F)

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True

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16
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It is not very beneficial to alternate a glycolic peel with other spa treatments (T/F)

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False

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17
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Jessner’s peel solution is a preferred peeling agent for oily, acne prone, and hyperpigmented skin because it is safe and does not need to be neutralized (T/F)

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True

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18
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Gauze should be very saturated and dripping with peel solution when applying it to the clients skin to ensure full coverage of the peel solution (T/F)

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False

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19
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Letting the client go home with hot, burning skin after a peel is the most effective way to achieve the best results (T/F)

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False

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20
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Jessner’s peels are rinsed thoroughly until the client feels relief (T/F)

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True

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21
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The best home care exfoliation for a TCA peel is one with a physical abrasive agent and lots of scrubbing to remove dead skin (T/F)

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False

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22
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Salicylic peels do not frost (T/F)

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True

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23
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Microdermabrasion and facials should be done before salicylic acid peels (T/F)

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True

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24
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Skin condition is described by the terms ______, ________, ________, and _________.

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Dry, normal, oily, and sensitive

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25
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The newest category added to skin conditions is __________.

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Aged or sun-damaged

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26
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Fitzpatrick skin typing considers how an individuals skin reacts to ______ sunlight exposure.

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Unprotected

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27
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Galgau classification is based on these criteria: chronological age, pigment changes, keratoses, _______, ________, and _______.

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Wrinkles, makeup, and acne scarring

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28
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The categories used by the Rubin scale for classification of skin are ______, _______, and _______.

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Pigment, texture, and wrinkling

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29
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Flash injuries can cause _____-degree burns

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Second

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30
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_______ ________ is a peeling injury that is limited to the layers of the epidermis, is superficial, and heals within days.

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Epidermal wounding

31
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_______ _________is the process of healing that includes coagulation and inflammation, reepithelialization, granulation tissue formation, and collagen remodeling

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Secondary intention

32
Q

A Jessner’s peel is made up of 3 different acids with a strength of ___% each.

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14

33
Q

The salicylic acid or beta peel usually comes in two peeling strengths ___% and ___%.

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20 and 30

34
Q

50% salicylic peels or greater should only be used in medical offices due to the potential risk of _______ ________.

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Salicylate toxicity

35
Q

Ringing in the ears is also called ______.

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Tinnitus

36
Q

Glycolic acid is naturally derived from____ _____.

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Cane sugar

37
Q

____ skin absorbs the peel solution more quickly than ____ skin.

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Dry
Oily

38
Q

Microdermabrasion should be performed _____ a peel.

A

Before and after

39
Q

Jessner’s solution combines 3 solutions suspended in an _____ base.

A

Ethanol

40
Q

Do not forget to add _____ and _____ to the pretreatment care for your clients.

A

sunscreen and moisturizer

41
Q

Always obtain ________ as it is part of your protection in a dispute.

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a consent form

42
Q

Microdermabrasion is done ____ a Jessner’s peel.

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before

43
Q

Microdermabrasion is done ____ a glycolic peel.

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after

44
Q

Erythema that is persistent and does not go away can thicken and become a ____ if not properly addressed.

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scar

45
Q

The number of ______ of a TCA peel determines the depth of the peel.

A

passes

46
Q

People who are a risk factor for PIH when using a TCA peel should pretreat with 6% to 8% ________.

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hydroquinone

47
Q

The depth of the TCA peel is consistent with the ____ you see on the skin.

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frost

48
Q

For TCA peels, _________ is NOT an accepted outcome.

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hypopigmentation

49
Q

Salicylic acid is a ____ hydroxy acid.

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beta

50
Q

Salicylic acid is ____ and ______, this is why it works well in the treatment of acne.

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antibacterial
anti-inflammatory

51
Q

Salicylic peels for grade 2 acne should be done every __ weeks, and for grade 1 acne, every __ weeks

A

2 (grade 2)
3 (grade 1)

52
Q

Rubin classification of aging analysis is the preferred classification method because it places emphasis exclusively on aging associated with what factor?

A

Photodamage

53
Q

List 5 contraindications for a chemical peel

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Sunburn, active rashes, active cold sores, open lesions, immediate post-facial surgery, and accutane

54
Q

List the 3 classifications of peels by depth

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Superficial, medium, and deep

55
Q

List 4 agents that are generally considered epidermal wounding agents

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20%-50% glycolic acid, Jessner’s peels, salicylic peels, and some light TCA applications

56
Q

List the 3 different acids in a Jessner’s peel

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Salicylic, resorcinol, and lactic

57
Q

List 4 symptoms of salicylate toxicity

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Headache, dizziness, vomiting, and tinnitus

58
Q

List the 3 classes of rhytids

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Fine, medium, and coarse

59
Q

List 3 products that work very well for the treatment of acne

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Light glycolic peels, Jessner’s peels, LED light therapy and salicylic

60
Q

A good at home pretreatment plan for a glycolic peel (there are 6)

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AHA’s, vitamin C, Retin-A, hydroquinone, sunscreen, and moisturizers

61
Q

List 3 possible complications from a glycolic peel

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Scarring, irritation, herpes simplex outbreak, infection

62
Q

What is PIH?

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Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation

63
Q

List 4 reasons you should consult a physician when considering a glycolic peel for your client

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Suspicious lesions, clarification of medical conditions, concerns of BDD, and efficacy of care plan

64
Q

List 3 solutions you can use when defatting the skin in preparation for a peel

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70% isopropyl alcohol, 90% isopropyl alcohol, and acetone

65
Q

These 3 things may be added to a Jessner’s solution as an antioxidant component

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Green tea, paraguay tea, and kola nut

66
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What technique do most estheticians prefer for peel application?

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Folded gauze

67
Q

Frosting may occur with these 3 types of peels

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Glycolic, Jessner’s, and TCA

68
Q

Which peel is not normally used for aging skin?

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Jessner’s

69
Q

Which peel can you use in combination and before a Jessner’s peel?

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Glycolic

70
Q

How often are clients seen for a Jessner’s peel?

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Bi-weekly for acne prone and once a month for hyperpigmentation

71
Q

Which peel is considered the gold standard of all peels?

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TCA

72
Q

Percentages of TCA recommended for a spa are ____%, ____%, and ____%.

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10, 15, and 20

73
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How long should a client wait before having microdermabrasion after a TCA peel?

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8-10 weeks

74
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How often do you perform a TCA peel on a client?

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Quarterly

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