PH And Absorption Flashcards

1
Q

The pH range 0 to 7 is _____

A

Acidic

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2
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The pH range 7 to 14 is ______

A

Alkaline

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3
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What is the pH of the acid mantle range?

A

The pH of the Acid mantle ranges from 4.5 to 7

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4
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What is the pH range of healthy skin?

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Between 5 and 5.6 (referred to as 5.5)

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5
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List 4 points on the acid mantle

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  • resides directly on top of stratum corneum
  • maintains the healthy aspect of the skin
  • protects against bacteria, microbes, infections, viruses from penetration
  • protects from moisture lost and dehydration
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6
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What 4 things make up the acid mantle?

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  1. Sebum (from sebaceous gland)
  2. Sweat (from eccrine gland)
  3. Fatty acids
  4. Cellular matter
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7
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List 10 factors affecting the acid mantle

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  1. Aging
  2. Digestion
  3. Illness
  4. Nervousness
  5. Physical activity
  6. Genetic sensitive skin
  7. Hormones
  8. Smoking
  9. Hygiene
  10. Medication
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8
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What is the buffer capacity?

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The ability of an individuals skin to replenish its own acid mantle

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9
Q

What is the pH of trouble dryness?

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5.7 to 6.5 is trouble dryness, causing superficial dehydration and possible sensitivities

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10
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What pH favours the development of microorganisms?

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6.5 pH favour the development of microorganisms causing dermatoses

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11
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Are products for acne acidic or alkaline?

A

Acidic to help fight germ penetration

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12
Q

A moisturizer that is slightly alkaline will have a ________ effect on the skin, allowing the product to absorb easier

A

Softening effect on the skin

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13
Q

List 2 skin conditions that a depleted hydro lip doc barrier is linked to

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  1. Acne

2. Lupus

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14
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List 5 questions you would ask your client to help direct the cause of their depleted hydrolipidic barrier

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  1. How many times a day do you cleanse?
  2. Are you using the correct products for your skin type?
  3. Do you exfoliate too frequently?
  4. Are you using unnecessary skin care tools?
  5. Do you over do it?
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