Understanding Allergies And Sensitivites

Question 1

Define an allergy and where it begins

Answer 1

When a harmless substance is encountered by a person who is allergic, the immune system may overreact by producing antibodies that attack the allergen. Allergic reactions begin in the immune system.

Question 2

Symptoms of respiratory reaction.

Answer 2

1) sore throat
2) cough
3) runny eyes
4) bloodshot eyes

Question 3

Symptoms of nervous system reaction:

Answer 3

Headaches, dizziness, speech difficulty, sleepiness

Question 4

Symptoms of skin reaction:

Answer 4

Burning, itching, scaly skin, eczema, vesicles, erythema, mouth cankers, loss of lashes

Question 5

Define allergen:

Answer 5

Environmental substance that a person may be hypersensitive to, triggering an allergic reaction

Question 6

Explain a hypo-allergenic product:

Answer 6

A hypo-allergenic product does not necessarily mean that you will not have a reaction but it simply means that it is fragrance and nickel free and other common irritants are not added in the product when manufactured. there’s no such thing as a non-allergic product.

Question 7

What is toxic to us and is often overlooked in a cosmetic as a cause of a reaction?

Answer 7

Mold and bacteria

Question 8

If a client reacts during a facial, what are the procedures you would follow?

Answer 8

First remove the aggravating substance, apply cold compress, if the reaction is not severe. Continue the facial using products that are designed for sensitive skin types. If the reaction is more severe, stop the service and apply topical Benadryl. Advice the client to take an antihistamine.

Question 9

How would you help your client choose the right product and avoid an allergic reaction?

Answer 9

First obtain a medical history asking about specific allergies, check ingredients in the products chosen for the service. Clients that have hyper-sensitive skin, you can offer samples for the client to try, suggest trial make up application or facial, suggest mineral makeup and products that are feee of perfume.

Question 10

What must you do with a reaction before trying to discover what caused it?

Answer 10

Allow the area to heal and stop using any and all cosmetics

Question 11

Does a sensitivity to a substance involve the immune system, explain your answer.

Answer 11

A sensitivity or intolerance does not involve the immune system. A food sensitivity involves the digestive system, possibly causing gas, bloating, diarrhea, cramping, and nausea. Lactose intolerance for example is not an allergic reaction but the inability to digest the sugar and dairy.

Question 12

Who is to blame for a reaction to a product?

Answer 12

In all cases of allergies, the product or manufacturer is not to blame, but rather the individual themselves.

Question 13

If you have a reaction on your eye area what would maybe be the cause besides your makeup?

Answer 13

It may be make up remover, eyedrops, new hair mousse, materials from your clothes, new detergent/fabric softener

Question 14

T/F You cannot develop an allergy to a product using it for more than two years.

Answer 14

False

Question 15

How often should you tell your client to disinfect her brushes and sponges?

Answer 15

You should tell your client to disinfect her brushes weekly. Wipe off the top layers of your shadows and lipsticks with a clean tissue and sharpen lip or Eye pencils.

Question 16

What skin disease can you contact from lipstick?

Answer 16

Cheilitis

Question 17

What ingredient in along with UV exposure can cause increase in pigment and what is the disorder called?

Answer 17

Riehl’s Melanosis- Photo sensitivity of perfume or chemicals added to a cosmetic mixed with exposure to sunlight

Question 18

Acne Punctata

Answer 18

Resembles adolescent acne, clogged follicles resulted in comedones and acneic eruptions. Acne Punctata is caused by consdogenic or occlusive ingredients. These ingredients may be found in skin and hair care products, resulting in breakouts around the hair line.

Question 19

How long should you leave the Cotton Ball on when doing a patch test?

Answer 19

48 hours

Question 20

State the procedure to follow for a 1st time client that has a number of allergies receiving a facial:

Answer 20

1. Do a medical chart
2. Ask information concerning the allergy
3. Thorough skin analysis
   Does the clients skin redden easily and if so how quickly does it disappear
4. During the first treatment, avoid heavy manipulation (avoid scrubs, abrasive defoliants, use light pressure)
5. Steam from a further distance and shorter time
6. Take care with stimulating products (use less, calming ingredients)
7. Remove any products earlier than indicated
8. Study the clients skin during the treatment
9. Explain the normal sensations they may feel
10. Ask for feedback

Question 21

There’s two types of allergies and explain each:

Answer 21

Genetic: this refers to an allergy that is present at birth, this type of allergy results in an immediate reaction, the person reacts to the substance upon the 1st encounters. Factors that determine severity of an allergic reaction is the amount, exposure time, and your state of health at the time of exposure.

Question 22

Acquired allergy

Answer 22

The reaction of the individual is not immediate upon the first encounter but rather a delayed sensitization.

Question 23

T/F allergies and there reactions are contagious

Answer 23

False

Question 24

Define a hestimine:

Answer 24

A chemical that is stored in the cells and are abundant in the skin, respiratory passages, and digestive tract.

Question 25

What is the medical term for hives?

Answer 25

Urticaria

Question 26

T/F Immune responses are affected by stress and can contribute to allergic reactions.

Answer 26

True

Question 27

What is the medical term for dermatitis that occurs after an injection or oral use of a medication?

Answer 27

Hypersensitive skin

Question 28

What is hypersensitive skin caused by?

Answer 28

A compromised acid mantel, dehydration, stress, poor health, weather, and oral or topical medication.

Question 29

Define occupational dermatitis:

Answer 29

Inflammation of the skin caused by the working environment or substances in contact with while at work. Symptoms begin with redness inflammation and possibly vesicles.

Question 30

Define anaphylactic shock:

Answer 30

When your body goes into anaphylactic shock, your blood pressure drops in your airways narrow, possibly blocking normal breathing causing asphyxiation and death. Occur when an individual has eaten something such as shellfish or nuts.

Question 31

How can you prevent dermatitis from frequent use of hand sanitizers and soaps?

Answer 31

Keep skin hydrated with moisturizers