Skin Care Flashcards
Electrolysis
The removal of hair by means of an electric current that destroys the growth of cells in the hair.
Epilator
Removes hair from the bottom of the follicle, Wax is an example. Hair has to be at least 1/4 inch long to wax!!
What are own comedones?
Blackheads
What Is acne?
Papule are red pimples that do not have a pus head ….. pimples with a push head are called pustules.
Effleurage movement?
Stroking movement applied in a slow rhythmic matter with the fingers.
Petrissage movement?
Lifting, squeezing, and pressing the tissue with a light firm pressure
What is electrotherapy, and who should it not be used on?
Using of electrical currents to treat the skin. Should not be used on heart patients, clients with a pacemaker, metal implants, pregnant clients, seizure disorders, open or broken skin
What is red light, & blue light therapy used for?
Red light-
Treat aging and redness
Blue light- Acne prone skin