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Skin Health Flashcards

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Factors that impact skin health

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Genetics
Lifestyle
Medical issues

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Aging is a ______ and it affects _____ and impacts what

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Aging is a natural process and affects metabolism and impacts how the body functions (and skin’s appearance)

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Two categories of aging

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Extrinsic aging
Intrinsic aging

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Extrinsic aging def

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External environment; air pollution, smoking, sun exposure, and poor nutrition

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Intrinsic aging def

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Inevitable physiological; dry skin, wrinkles, gradual dermal atrophy

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Photoaging caused by and is estimated what percent of aging

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Caused by cumulative UV exposure
Estimated 80% of facial aging

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UV light damage effects

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Damages elastin and collagen fibers over time; causes the skin to age, stretch, and lose resilience

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Smoking effects

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Increases wrinkling and discoloration; reduces blood flow
Causes elastosis

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Elastosis def

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degeneration of elastic fibers and connective tissue leading to loss of elasticity

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Chronic alcohol overuse can make what worse

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Color, tone, + existing skin conditions (like rosacea) worse

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Chronic alcohol causes what and increases what

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Causes dehydration in the body
Increases vasodilation (widening of blood vessels) (can lower blood pressure)

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Both smoking and alcohol intake can affect

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Vitamin levels (vitamin c); blood circulation, compromising general health of skin; potentially increases rate of aging

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Pollution effects

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Cumulative effects of pollution particles can cause long-term oxidative damage to skin and body

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Air pollutants include

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Polycyclic hydrocarbons
Volatile organic compounds
Ozone + particulate matter

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15
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Skin w/out aging factors

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Smooth texture, some sagging and moderate wrinkles, but no photoaging signs

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Hormones affects

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Metabolisms, cardiovascular health, bone, brain function, sleep, growth, reproduction, + immunities

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17
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3 sex hormones

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Estrogen
Progesterone
Testosterone

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Hormone changes cause

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Biochemical reactions that produce skin changes like dryness, increased discoloration, + inflammation

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Hormone replacement therapy is used to

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Treat hormonal imbalances

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Phytoestrogens are what and should not be used as what

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Plant molecules that mimic estrogen in the body and should not be used as an HRT replacement w/o health practitioners assessment

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3 major forms of estrogen and descriptions

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E1- estrone; found in women after menopause; weak form; can be converted to estradiol
E2- estradiol; produced by ovaries; strongest form
E3- estriol; produced during pregnancy; cannot be converted to estradiol

22
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Thyroid stimulation hormone description

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Produced by pituitary gland; regulates metabolism, body temp, central nervous system, and cellular health

23
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Stress, sleep, climate, + diet can effect

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An imbalance can directly affect skin appearance regardless of age

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Stress description

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Chemical response in body that is mediated by hypothalamus, pituitary, and adrenal glands; can lead to disease

25
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During stressful periods, the body can also produce ______ which affects _____

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Cortisol; affects oil production, triggering breakouts

26
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Stress can affect

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Skin and pigmentation disorders, wound healing, acne, hair loss, and make existing conditions like eczema and psoriasis worse

27
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Circadian rhythms directly impact

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Skin cell renewal and repair (24 hour internal clock)

28
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Sleep deprivation shows up in skin as

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Discoloration and edema around eyes, poor texture and color, + erythema in some skin tones (redness)

29
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Biological effects of poor sleep

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Cognitive impairment (poor judgment, coordination, depression, learning impairment)
Hormone disruption
Immune system dysfunction
Metabolic disruption (weight gain + diabetes)
Slow skin cell renewal + repair (results in dull skin)
Increased skin discoloration

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Colder climates do what to the skin

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Dry out skin, may result in tightness, redness, and rough texture

31
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Hot and dry climates skin affects

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Chronic dehydration and inflammation

32
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Heat + humidity in warm climates skin affects

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Skin sweat resulting in breakouts and/or heat rashes

33
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Excess weight loss + gain affects

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Skin elasticity and firmness

34
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Extreme weight loss affects

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Loss of skin tine, crepiness (strange), and wrinkles

35
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Obesity is linked to skin problems like

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Dermatitis , stretch marks, and friction irritation

36
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Vitamin A description

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Protects against UV damage and slows signs of aging

37
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Vitamin B complex description

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Contains biotin; forms basis of skin, hair, and nail cells

38
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Vitamin C description

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Helps collagen production; reduces wrinkles, and improves skin texture

39
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Vitamin E description

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Reduces appearance of scars and dry skin

40
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Vitamin K description

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Can help fade discoloration (dark circles and bruises)

41
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Elements of proper skin care

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Good home-care regimen
Well-balanced diet
Adequate water intake
Limited exposure to the sun
Regular exercise
Sufficient rest
Professional skin care treatments and products

42
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Daily skin care regimen (2x daily; morning + night)

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Double cleanse
Tone (depending on skin care line)
Serum (treat)
Moisturize
Protect (SPF)

43
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Toning purpose

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Brings skin to its normal pH

44
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Clay masks are good for

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Oily + acne-prone skin

45
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How many time should you exfoliate in a week

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1-2 depending on skin type and conditions

46
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____ skin needs moisturizing as much as ____ skin

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Oily
Dry

47
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Proper moisturizing can _____ _____ appearance

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Reduce oily appearance (better balance of oil and moisture in skin)

48
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Benefits of eye cream

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Reduction in puffiness and dark circles
Active ingredients to improve signs of aging

49
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protect (SPF) benefit

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Shielding the skin from damaging effects of environment (sun pollution) (UVA and UVB rays)

50
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Clients should know what 3 things about SPF

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Sunscreen should coincide with hours of daylight (regardless of cloud coverage)
UVA rays can penetrate windows, windshields, clothing, and clouds
Can help to reduce premature aging and prevent skin cancer

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