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1
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what is exfoliation

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the process of removing dead skin cells

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2
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what does exfoliation promote

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because you remove a layer of dead skin cells it promotes the growth of new cells

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3
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what is mechanical exfoliation

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using an abrasive product to remove dead skin cells such as a scrub

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what is chemical exfoliation

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using natural substances such as enzymes or alpha hydroxy acids with other ingredients to cause a chemical reaction to remove dead skin cells

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5
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what is intercellular cement

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substance that binds, adds strength, and mediates biochemical interaction between cells

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6
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what are the 6 factors of skin absorption

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stratum corneum strength
hydration level
oiliness
size of products molecules
temperature of the skin
pore size
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7
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what is the difference between atopic and contact dermatitis

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atopic is hereditary and can progress throughout a lifetime while contact is a reaction from an external substance

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8
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what is seborrheic dermatitis

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skin rash that has an oily appearance

usually on scalp

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9
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psoriasis

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inherited condition that produces thick scaly skin patches

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10
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eczema

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an eruption of small vesicles that create dry or moist lesions

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11
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hives

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an allergic reaction that produces an eruption of rashes

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12
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what is a lesion

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a change in the structure of the skin tissue

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13
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what are the 2 types of lesion

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primary

secondary

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14
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what is a primary lesion

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changes of the skin during the early stages of development

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15
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what is a secondary lesion

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skin lesions that appear as a condition or disease

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16
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macule

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discolouration on the skins surface (freckle)

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17
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wheal

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solid formation above the skin (bug bite or allergic reaction)

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18
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what is the difference between a papule and pustule

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papule is not inflamed and does not contain pus, pustule is inflamed and contains pus

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19
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what is a vesicle

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blister- fluid fill elevation caused by accumulation of fluids or blood

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20
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nodule

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tumor- solid mass within the skin

21
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cyst

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sac containing gaseous liquid and pus

22
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crust

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dried mass that is the remains of a sore (scab)

23
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excoriation

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mechanical abrasion

appears dark red because of blood

24
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scale

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shedding of dead skin on epidermis

25
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fissure

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crack or line that might be deep into the dermis

26
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herpes simplex

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contagious infection that causes blister like cluster found on mucus membranes

27
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impetigo

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honey yellow crusted lesion found on face, scalp or neck

28
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tinea

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ringworm- red circular patches of blisters

29
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tinea cororis

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fungal infection affecting the trunk legs or arms

30
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asteatosis

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dry, scaly skin caused by reduced sebum production

31
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seborrhea

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caused by excess secretion of the sebaceous

32
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steatoma

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sebaceous cyst filled with sebum

33
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furuncle

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boils=painful infection that appears as a firm nodule with pus filled core

34
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carbuncle

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groups of boils in one area

tendency to spread

35
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rhinophyma

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more sever form of rosacae that causes tissue on nose to swell

36
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milia

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pearly white cysts

baby acne/whiteheads

37
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bromidrosis

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foul smelling perspiration caused by yeast and bacteria that break down sweat on wet skin

38
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anidrosis

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lack of perspiration caused by failure of sweat glands

39
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hyperhidrosis

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over production of perspiration

40
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miliaria rubra

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acute burning, itching, rash caused by excessive heat

41
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malignant growths

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must be referred to a doctor

42
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squamous cell carcinoma

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irregular, crusted, papule that occurs in sun exposed areas

43
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melanoma

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most dangerous skin condition

44
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what are the ABC’s of skin cancer

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asymmetry
border
color
diameter

45
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leukoderma

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when skin lacks pigmentations

46
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vitiligo

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white patches

47
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nevus

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birthmark

48
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lentigo

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freckle caused from sun exposure

49
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chloasma

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common disorder in pregnant women causing flat patches on the face

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