Skin Theory 106.1 QUIZ

Question 1

Functions of the skin carry out complex action related to sensation, heat regulation, absorption, protection, excretion and:

Answer 1

Secretion

Question 2

Which touch receptors are responsible for sensations of pressure, vibrations, movement and texture?

Answer 2

Mechanoreceptors

Question 3

When a client senses pressure and vibration during a salon/spa treatment, which of the following mechanoreceptors is responsible ?

Answer 3

Markel calls

Question 4

Anna’s client told her that the steam felt too hot during her facial. Which touch receptor produced the sensation of hot?

Answer 4

Thermoreceptors

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a receptor of skin sensation?

Answer 5

Thermogenesis

Question 6

Which receptor is responsible for sensing different parts of the body positioned in relation to each other and the environment?

Answer 6

Proprioceptors

Question 7

What can an esthetician use to increase microcirculation in the skin?

Answer 7

Electric mask

Question 8

Using a cool towel or mask during a facial will cause vasoconstriction to create what type of effect?

Answer 8

Reduce the appearance of redness

Question 9

Which of the following terms is an example of themoregulation?

Answer 9

Vasoconstriction

Question 10

What is the term that describes the absorption process that allows some molecules to pass though the skin?

Answer 10

Transdermal penetration

Question 11

All of the following are primary ways that products are absorbed into the skin EXCEPT:

Answer 11

Through the arrector pili muscle

Question 12

When product molecules are absorbed into the skin directly through the corneocytes it is known as:

Answer 12

Transcellular

Question 13

All of the following factors affect skin absorption EXCEPT:

Answer 13

Condition of thermoreceptors

Question 14

How does the oiliness on the skin affect the rate at which ingredients or products penetrate the skin?

Answer 14

Greater amount of sebum, slower rate of penetration

Question 15

What are the two layers of the skin’s permeability barrier?

Answer 15

Acid mantle and stratum corneum

Question 16

Which of the following terms is the first line of defense in the skin’s barrier?

Answer 16

Acid mantle

Question 17

Which layer of the skin’s permeability barrier prevent trans epidermal water loss (TEWL)

Answer 17

Acid mantle

Question 18

The chemical conversion of living cells into dead protein cells is known as:

Answer 18

Keratinization

Question 19

The skin’s natural shedding of the stratum cornerman (horny layer) is:

Answer 19

Desquamation

Question 20

Desquamation is the shedding, peeling or. Coming off in scales f which layer of the epidermis?

Answer 20

Stratum corneum

Question 21

The removal of dead skin to stimulate new growth is known as?

Answer 21

Exfoliation

Question 22

Hat type of exfoliation uses an abrasive material or device to stimulate removal of the upper layer of the stratum corneum is known as:

Answer 22

Mechanical (physical)

Question 23

All of the following examples are possible mechanical exfoliation methods EXCEPT:

Answer 23

Enzymes

Question 24

What process removes dead skin cells by using enzymes and alpha hydroxy acids?

Answer 24

Chemical exfoliation

Question 25

The first stage of wound healing is:

Answer 25

Hemostasis

Question 26

During what stage of wound healing does epitheliazation (cell renewal) begin?

Answer 26

Proliferation

Question 27

What are the two primary immune cells in the epidermis?

Answer 27

Melanocytes and Langerhans cells

Question 28

All of the following statements are true about melanocytes EXCEPT:

Answer 28

Found in basal layer of epidermis

Question 29

The removal of impurities, toxins, pollutants and dead skin cells is known as:

Answer 29

Detoxification

Question 30

The two glands related to the exception process are the apocrine and:

Answer 30

Eccrine

Question 31

Which sweat gland is inactive until stimulated by hormones?

Answer 31

Apocrine

Question 32

To keep the skin water-resistant and protected, what is the skin’s most prevalent secretion?

Answer 32

Sebum

Question 33

Which skin type has minimal oil production on the nose or chin?

Answer 33

Dry

Question 34

What does the body need in order to produce vitamin D?

Answer 34

Sunlight

Question 35

The primary role of which vitamin is to control levels of calcium and phosphate within the body?

Answer 35

Vitamin D

Question 36

How much sun exposure is needed to boost vitamin D levels?

Answer 36

10 minutes

Question 37

What medical condition results in skin that is thinner and more fragile with impaired healing?

Answer 37

Diabetes

Question 38

,art has a client with heart problems. How should she proceed?

Answer 38

Use caution with massage pressure and extreme temperature changes

Question 39

Which medical condition has hormonal and reproductive challenges and usually shows acne and hair growth on the face and chin?

Answer 39

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

Question 40

Inflammation on the cheeks and nose in a typical “butterfly pattern” is a sign of what medical condition?

Answer 40

Autoimmune disease

Question 41

Lipid-soluble products can be absorbed into the skin via intercellular space between corneocytes. (True or False)

Answer 41

True

Question 42

In the skin, the thicker the stratum corneum, the faster the rate of penetration. (True or False)

Answer 42

False