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Skin 15.1, 15.2, 15.3 Flashcards

1
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Skin elasticity is due to presence of semi fluid substances found in..

A

Dermis

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2
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What tans the skin to protect it from the burning rays of the sun

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Melanin

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3
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Cells that absorbed melanin to distribute pigmentation to other cells are located in the..

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Stratum Spinosium

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4
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Salon professionals needs to be able to recognize

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Primary & secondary lesions

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5
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Chronic is the term used to identify conditions that are…

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Frequent & nipitual

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6
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Abnormal change in the structure of an organ or tissue is called

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Lesion

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7
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Sweat is excreted by the..

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Sudoriferous

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8
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Accumulations of hardened sebum beneath the skin are called whiteheads or..

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Milia

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9
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Deteriation of collagen & elastin fibers during the aging process cause

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Wrinkles

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10
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Layer of the skin called the subcutaneous tissue

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Below dermis

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11
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Where are large blood vessels found that transport nourishment to the skin & nerves

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Subcutaneous

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12
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A pimple is an example of

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Objective symptom

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13
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Secondary skin lesion appearing as round, dry patches of skin covering with rough, silvery scales

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Psoriasis

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14
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Which layer of the epidermis protects the skins moisture balance by acting as a barrier

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Stratum cornium

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15
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Which of the following is a highly contagious bacterial infection producing a honey yellow crusted lesion

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Impetigo

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16
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Condition characterized by dry scaly skin with reduced sebum production

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Asteatosis

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17
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Example of a papule is

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Pimple

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18
Q

Composed of adipose tissue & loose connective tissue

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Subcutaneous layer

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19
Q

Anhidrosis is caused by

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Fever or disease

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20
Q

Oily skin is characterized by all of the following descriptions except

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Peeling & flaking

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21
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Excessive heat may develop small red vesicles with burning & itching of the skin called pricks heat or

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Miliaria rubra

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22
Q

Warts are the most common

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Skin tumor

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23
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Caused by excessive secretion of the sebaceous glands

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Seborrhea

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24
Q

Not a function of the skin

A

Inoculation

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25
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Not a layer of the skin

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Corium

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26
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Example of a wheal lesion

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Hives

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27
Q

Papillary canal takes oil to the

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Surface of skin

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28
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Healthy skin requires care to maintain its health, elasticity, vibrancy and..

A

Color

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29
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Epidermis is composed of

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5 layers

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30
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Scars are formations that result whatever a lesion extends into the..

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Dermis

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31
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Keloids are thick..

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Scars

32
Q

Not a skin type

A

Complex

33
Q

Number in diagram showing a hair shaft

A

1

34
Q

Following layers of cells is not part of the epidermis

A

Subcutaneous

35
Q

Chronic inflammatory disorder of the sebaceous glands on face, back & chest

A

Acne

36
Q

In which layer do the cells become irregularly shaped *

& have a spiny appearance

A

Stratum spinosum

37
Q

Where does cell division occur

A

Stratum germninativum

38
Q

Light skin & dark skin differ in..

A

Amount of melanin present

39
Q

Advising clients to avoid excessive heat, spicy foods, & caffeine would be beneficial if they have

A

Rosacea

40
Q

Clusters of furuncles are…

A

Carbuncles

41
Q

Which of the following skin care products returns normal to dry skin to a normal pH

A

Toners

42
Q

What aren’t cosmetologist licensed to massage

A

Lower back

43
Q

Supplies covering the hair should be disinfected or

A

Discarded

44
Q

Skin care equipment that provides a soothing heat & softens the skin to allow penetration of products

A

Infrared lamp

45
Q

Massage with circular or wringing movement with fingertips or palms of the hands

A

Friction

46
Q

Applying pressure to motor points will..

A

Stimulate nerves & muscles

47
Q

Not a contraindication for skin treatments

A

Chloasma

48
Q

Massage deeply stimulating the muscles, nerves, & skin glands

A

Petrissage

49
Q

Massage involving light tapping increasing blood circulation

A

Tapotement

50
Q

Number indicating the buccal branch

A

2

51
Q

What direction do you pull removal strips during waxing

A

Opposite of hair growth

52
Q

Inserting a single needle into hair follicle for hair removal

A

Thermolysis

53
Q

Hair removal treatment using wavelengths of light to destroy hair bulb

A

Laser hair removal

54
Q

Apply wax at a 45 degree angle in the..

A

Direction of hair growth

55
Q

Hair removal methods utilizes a paste that is applied to skin in a rolling motion

A

Sugaring

56
Q

How do chemical depilatories remove unwanted hair

A

By degrading protein structure of hair

57
Q

Why is it not recommended to wax lanugo hair

A

Skin loses softness

58
Q

Why do people think hair grows feels coarse & thicker a

A

Blunt effect of razor

59
Q

Hair removal method removing hair by decomposing papilla

A

Galvanic

60
Q

Hair removal method using 100% cotton thread

A

Threading

61
Q

Where is foundation tested for color match

A

Jawline

62
Q

Semi permanent individual eyelashes last for..

A

6-8 weeks

63
Q

Following items used to place products from container on the makeup palette

A

Spatula

64
Q

Semi permanent individual eyelashes are made of..

A

Synthetic fibers

65
Q

Unless correction is needed, match foundation to

A

Skin tone

66
Q

During draping on client for makeup application prepare by draping and..

A

Put headband on client

67
Q

Makeup product used to define & emphasize shape & size of eyes

A

Eyeliner

68
Q

Ideal face shape

A

Oval

69
Q

Face shape shown in picture representing ideal

A

Oval

70
Q

Darker tone on sides of nose & highlighting middle will make it seem

A

Narrower

71
Q

Vibrancy of color is

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Intensity

72
Q

Warmth or coolness is

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Tone

73
Q

Best makeup technique for face shape shown

A

Contour to soften ingularity & reduce width

74
Q

Face shape characterized by rounded hairline & chin

A

Round

75
Q

Face shape characterized by narrow forehead & jaw with predominant width in cheeckbones

A

Diamond

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