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Skin Types And Conditions Flashcards

1
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Why facial treatments are important?

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Maintain skin, correct certain conditions by deep cleansing, massage masks and the use of other products and machines

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What are the benefits of a professional facial

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Deep cleanse
Exfoliation
Increased circulation and detoxification
Relaxes the senses nerves and muscles
Stimulates skin function and metabolism
Slows down premature aging
Corrects dryness oiliness and redness
Softens wrinkles and aging lines
Helps clear blemishes and minor acne

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How does Fitzpatrick scale classification help during a consultation

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Highlight potential for irritation, pigmentation reactions and the level of how quickly the skin will burn

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What does fitz type 1-2 mean

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Higher risk of sun damage, aging due to sun exposure and melanoma

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What does fitz type 3-6 mean

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Some risk of skin cancer but less than type 1-2 less likely to get diagnosed

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How many skin types are there and what are they?

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Normal, combination dry and oily

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What are the characteristics of normal skin

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Fine pores good blood circulation a velvety soft and smooth texture no blemishes not prone to sensitivity

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What are the characteristics of combination skin

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Oily t zone, normal to dry cheeks

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What are the characteristics of dry and very dull skin

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Less sebum production than normal, skin lacks the lipids that it needs to hold moisture, and build a protective moisture shield against external influences. The skin feels tight, itchy, scaly or flaking, rough and also brittle and dull low skin elasticity

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What are the characteristics of oily skin

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Enlarged clearly visible pores, a glossy shine, thicker. Pale skin: blood vessels may not be visible

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List 5 intistic (internal) factor affecting the skin

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Stress
Lifestyle
Free radicals in the body
Dehydration
Vitamin deficiency
Alchohol
Caffeine
Hormones
Smoking
Medication
Drugs

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List 5 extrinsic (external) factors affecting the skin

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Ultraviolet radiation, environmental exposure, pollutants, air quality and humidity, misuse of products and treatments

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What are characteristics of sensitive skin

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Redness
Rash
Itching
Burning

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What is acne

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A chronic inflammatory skin disorder of the sebaceous glands characterized by comedones and blemishes

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What are some causes of acne

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Overproduction of oil
Blockage of the hair follicles that release oil
Growth of bacteria called p. Acnes within the hair follicles
Pores clogged with dead skin cells
Bacteria causing inflammation within the pores
Environmental factors
Certain medications
Genetic factors
Hormonal changes

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What is couperose

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A chronic skin condition caused by the weakening of the blood vessels located mainly on the cheeks and nose. It also sometimes used to describe skin that is showing signs of rosecia

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What is rosecea

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A common chronic skin condition that causes redness of the face

18
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What is the difference between rosecea and couperose

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Couperose is a vascular condition that affects both large and small blood vessels and appears to be localised redness in specific areas. Rosecea is associated with permanent redness that only involves the small blood vessels as well as rashes

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What are the differences between dehydrated skin and dry skin

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Dehydration means your body is losing more water than it’s taking in. A lack of water intake and dry skin lacks the lipids it needs to retain moisture and build a protective moisture shield against external influences

20
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What can a severe body dehydration cause

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Dizziness, dry mouth, faintness, light headedness, overall weakness and urination that is darker and less frequent

21
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What is the difference between dehydrated skin and dry skin?

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Dehydration means that your body is losing more water than it’s taking in. Lack of water intake and dry skin lack lipids that are essential to protect the skin

22
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What is mature skin

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The result of a aging when collagen and sebum production slow down. More at risk for dehydration hyperpigmentation and dark spots

23
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What causes asphyxiated skin

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Lack of oxygen and also the type of skin that lacks blood circulation

24
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What is hyperpigmentation of the skin

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A common usually harmless which patches of skin become darker in colour

25
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What is hypopigmentation of the skin

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The lack of melanin cells production in certain areas of the skin

26
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What can cause the skin to be reactive

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Ingredients in cosmetics, treatments or environmental factors

27
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Why is cleansing your skin so important?

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A facial cleanser is important to remove dead skin cells, oil, dirt, makeup, and other pollutants from the skin helping to keep your pores clear prevent skin conditions such as acne

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What type of cleanser is best for acne prone skin

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Gel cleansers

29
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What is the purpose of skin exfoliation

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Clean pores, refine the thickness of the skin, allow for better penetration of products and to assist in extracting comedones and milia

30
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What are the types of exfoliants

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Physical
Enzymatic - digest or dissolve dead skin cells ex papaya
Acidic - dissolves the glue like substances that hold the skin together
AHA’s and BHA’s

31
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When shouldn’t you exfoliate the skin

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After waxing
After surgical procedures
Telangiectasia
Infection
Inflammation
Reactive or sensitive
Sunburns
Herpes simplex
Open sores
Pregnancy

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What does extraction mean in facial

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It means a deep cleaning of the clogged pores by manual or physical exfoliation

33
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Why are masks good for your skin

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Draw impurities out of the pores, clear blemishes, tighten and tone the skin, hydrate, nourish, calm or rejuvenate the skin

34
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What is the function of a toner

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To balance the ph of the skin

35
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What are serums

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Serums are thinner liquids made with vitamins lipids and antioxidants

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