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1
How do estheticians and medical aestheticians differ?
Medical aestheticians provide services in a supervised medical setting.
Medical aestheticians earn a degree from a medical school to be licensed.
Medical aestheticians must complete more school hours prior to licensing.
There is no difference
2
The five different skin types are ____________.
dry, normal, combination, oily, and acneic
dehydrated, normal, combination, oily, and sensitive
dehydrated, normal, combination, rough, and oily
dry, normal, combination, oily, and sensitive
3
____________ was introduced in the twentieth century.
all answers
Tretinoin (Retin-A®)
Botox®
Alpha hydroxy acid
4
Which of these is an extrinsic effect on the skin?
negative attitude
stress
lifestyle
misuse of products
5
Facial benefits include ____________.
deep cleansing
increased circulation and detoxification
helps slow down premature aging
all answers
6
What is the focus of a medical facial?
cleansing and toning
hydration
skin lightening
correcting skin conditions
7
Which of these is a common skin condition seen by estheticians today?
adult acne
actinic aging from sun damage
problems from hormonal fluctuations
all answers
8
Which of the following answers is not part of the steps of performing a basic facial?
cleansing
microcurrent
extractions
moisturizing
9
Which type of protective gear must be worn when performing extractions?
a thick, heavy smock
earplugs
gloves
protective eyewear
10
When preparing to view your client’s skin under the magnifying lamp, you should ____________.
chat with your client to help her become more relaxed
allow your eyes to adjust to the magnified view of her skin
cover the client’s eyes with eye pads
stretch to ensure you are comfortable while performing the service
11
Rosacea usually does not appear before the age of ____________.
40
35
55
20
12
Freckles are most common in people with ____________ skin.
Type III
Type VI
Type V
Type I
13
Long-term goals are usually those you expect to take more than a ____________ to complete.
month
week
day
year
14
When analyzing the skin, ____________ is preferable
fluorescent light
a magnifying light
a small flashlight
natural light
15
When skin lacks ____________, it is classified as a dry skin type
water
reaction
oil
alipidic
16
Why should you never put a lancet directly into the follicle?
it can be painful and may damage the follicle
it makes extractions impossible during subsequent visits
it will cause the comedone to seal
it will cause scarring on the surface of the skin
17
The primary difference between removing open and closed lesions is that with closed lesions, you must ____________.
first apply a drop of alcohol to dry out any lingering bacteria
apply gentle pressure to remove them
make an opening in the dead cell layer
extract until lesions are removed, no matter how long it takes
18
Which of these practices was common in Asian cultures from the tenth to the nineteenth centuries?
blacking out the teeth with a special type of paste
covering blemishes with small silk patches
shaving the eyebrows and hairline to make the forehead appear larger
pinching the cheeks to make them appear pink
19
Clear thinking and planning are stimulated by
inner spirit
regular exercise
external resources
external skills
20
A family of antioxidants known as polyphenols can be found in ____________.
red grapes
strawberries and pomegranates
green tea
all answers
21
____________ unhealthy or defective body postures can cause a number of physical problems.
Occasional
Sporadic
Habitual
Infrequent
22
What were the Romans most famous for?
versatility
clothing
baths
headdresses
23
A combination of understanding, empathy, and acceptance is known as
attitude
personality
sensitivity
mission
24
Regardless of your salon’s or spa’s dress code, your clothing should always be clean, fresh, functional, and ___________
bright
subdued
well-fitted
plain
25
If the client’s skin has good elasticity, what happens at the end of an elasticity test?
the skin becomes slightly lighter in color
the skin retains a “pinched” shape
the skin returns to normal shape
the skin becomes slightly darker in color
26
Melanin-suppressant agents are used in treating ____________.
hypopigmentation
acne
rosacea
hyperpigmentation
27
Your success is ____________ determined by how well you communicate with clients
not
mainly
partially
totally
28
What type of product is necessary for dry skin?
antiaging
non-occlusive
occlusive
greasy
29
Camouflage therapy is a branch of makeup artistry that involves camouflaging
narrow eyes
scars and fresh incisions
all answers
protruding chins
30
How you behave and get along with clients, co-workers, and your employer or supervisor is known as ____________.
professional attitude
professional posture
professional hygiene
professional conduct
31
Aging or sun-damaged skin needs antioxidants that are administered ____________.
both topically and orally
topically
neither topically nor orally
orally
32
Women of status who lived during the Age of Extravagance colored their cheeks
bright pink or orange
crimson red
pink only
not at all
33
What causes skin to become dry?
lack of water
overproduction of sebum
all answers
inactivity of the sebaceous glands
34
Occlusive products do what?
combat oiliness
reduce transepidermal water loss
encourage transepidermal water loss
clog the pores
35
he ancient Egyptians used cosmetics for
Personal Beautification
All answers
Religious ceremonies
Burial Preparation
36
Which of these people commonly perform facials and facial massage?
day spa esthetician
makeup artist
cosmetics buyer
medical esthetician
37
How long should the paraffin wax be left on the client’s face after the wax application is completed?
5 minutes
20 minutes
10 minutes
15 minutes
38
ethical characteristics you want to aspire to maintain competency, acting responsibly, and demonstrating exemplary ____
conduct
abruptness
assertiveness
control
39
prevent injury on the job is to relieve stress from repetitive movement or from standing, sitting in 1 position too long
holding arms away from body
gripping implements tightly
occasional bending and twisting
regular stretching exercises
40
Practice doing whatever you do well in order to maintain a
healthy diet
good relationship
positive self-image
good posture
41
When are high-performance products most effective?
any time during the service
at the beginning of a service
after the service
at the end of a service
42
Which of these jobs often includes a great deal of travel?
esthetics editor
medical aesthetician
sales manager
manufacturer’s representative
43
What does MED stand for?
minimal erythemal dose
midway erythemal dose
measured erythemal dose
maximum erythemal dose
44
What should you do after consulting with your client?
show the client how to get on the treatment table safely
show them how to put on a facial wrap
put your client at ease
assist them in preparing for the facial
45
What should you do in front of your clients?
read instruction manuals
clean your room
refill your supplies
wash your hands
46
When steaming, where should the steamer nozzle be placed?
always above the client’s face
always below the client’s face
on either side of the client’s face
above or below the client’s face
47
Which of the following are skin conditions?
couperose, sensitive, and wrinkling
dry, oily, and normal
natural pigmentation
all answers
48
If you find studying overwhelming, focus on
manageable tasks
your long-term goals
the big picture
improving habits
49
What should be done when product gets in clients’ eyes during a service?
wipe the client’s eyes with tissues
you should flush their eyes with water
clients should flush their eyes with water
let the eyes naturally flush out the product
50
Prioritizing means making a list of tasks that need to be done in what order?
general to specific
most to least important
specific to general
oldest to newest
51
Designing & arranging things people use to make body movements more comfortable, efficient, and safe is known as __
basics
economics
physics
ergonomics
52
Retail sales is ____________ of your job.
sometimes part
not part
the most important part
part
53
The treatment for oily skin is ____________.
proper exfoliation and a water-based hydrator
strong and frequent cleansing and a water-based hydrator
strong and frequent cleansing and an oil-based hydrator
proper exfoliation and an oil-based hydrato
54
Requirements to be a good medical aesthetician include
a understanding of skin anatomy, medical terminology, and skin disorders
the ability to effectively and compassionately communicate with clients
mastering cosmetic chemistry, makeup, and camouflage techniques
all answers
55
Some of the most important elements of a healthy, positive lifestyle are ____________, work ethic, and teamwork.
positive attitude
unrealistic dreams
personal preferences
poor habits
56
When UVA and UVB rays hit the skin, they are ____________.
reflected
absorbed
all answers
scattered
57
Ancient people used coloring matter on which parts of their body
Skin
Nails
Hair
All answers
58
Skin care was practiced in early times
To improve hunting
For greater fertility
To look appealing
For self-preservation
59
Which of these steps might be omitted in a mini-facial?
comprehensive skin analysis
all answers
massage
extractions
60
Which skin type needs proper cleansing, exfoliating, and hydrating?
sensitive skin
combination skin
oily skin
all skin types
61
After completing the facial service, you should ____________.
explain to the client what to do nex
all answers
thank the client for coming
ask the client what products she would like to take home
62
You should ____________ when removing a product during a facial
rinse two times
rinse three times
only use cotton pads
rinse one time
63
What is the goal of a facial
erase wrinkles
make fine lines disappear
improve and rejuvenate the skin
permanently lift the skin
64
The words cosmetics and cosmetology come from which language?
Chinese
Italian
Hebrew
Greek
65
MED measures ____________.
how long it takes to become red from sun exposure
how long it takes to become red from chemical irritants
all answers
how long it takes to become red from environmental chemical exposure
66
____________ on the Fitzpatrick Scale includes Middle Eastern skin that tans and is rarely sensitive to the sun.
Type III
Type VI
Type V
Type IV
67
Which way should you rub the cleansing pad on the eyelid when removing eye makeup?
from left to right
from right to left
upward
downward
68
Put a stop to __ thoughts that can block the creative mind from exploring ideas and discovering solutions to challenges.
healthy
self-critical
positive
self-approving
69
Your ____________ should convey an image of confidence.
philosophy
posture
spirit
attitude
70
When looking closely at the client’s skin during the skin analysis, what are you looking for?
the conditions present
the client’s skin type
all answers
the skin’s appearance
71
a person in a beauty and wellness profession your outward appearance and conduct exhibited in the workplace is known as
professional image
code of conduct
work professionalism
work ethic
72
Besides tightening, toning, and hydrating the skin, certain masks can ____________.
relax the client
draw impurities out of the pores
reduce allergies
all answers
73
What did the early Hebrews use as an antiseptic and to help expel intestinal worms?
olive oil
hyssop
pomegranate
myrrh
74
____________ is based on inner strength and begins with trusting your ability to reach your goals.
Loyalty
Self-esteem
Honesty
Integrity
75
The daily maintenance of cleanliness and healthfulness through certain daily practices is known as ____________.
public sanitation
public hygiene
health awareness
personal hygiene
76
Approximately how far away should the facial steamer be when steaming the skin?
48 inches
6 inches
18 inches
36 inches
77
Combination skin can be both ____________ at the same time.
sensitive and oily
dry and sensitive
dry and normal
oily and dr
78
Darker skin types can suffer from ____________ due to trauma, extractions, sun damage, or exfoliation.
post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
all answers
pre-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
pre-inflammatory hypopigmentation
79
Which skin type(s) can be dehydrated?
all answers
combination
oily
dry
80
You can stay most informed and motivated by ____________.
reviewing your accomplishments
continuing your education
talking to co-workers
trying new products
81
Your skin type ____________.
is unrelated to your ethnicity
is determined by genetics
never changes
all answers
82
The ability to deliver a truthful, straightforward message without being critical is known as ____________.
assertiveness
friendliness
tactfulness
gentleness
83
____________ techniques will save you time by uncovering needed solutions.
Transfer
Referral
Problem-solving
Summarizing
84
The treatment of milia primarily involves ____________.
lancing
exfoliating
cleansing
moisturizing
85
The art of manipulating materials on an atomic scale is called
nanotechnology
plastic surgery
alpha hydroxy
cosmetic surgery
86
most important point about makeup is that it should _ your best features and mask your less flattering ones.
accentuate
lessen
reduce
minimize
87
For people prone to hyperpigmentation, it is especially important to ____________.
none of these answers
a lot of sun exposure so the body can produce larger amounts of Vitamin D
wear sunscreen daily
have lightening treatments for their age spots
88
Which of these is an intrinsic effect on the skin?
all answers
poor maintenance/home care
allergies
vitamin deficiency
89
UVB rays are characterized by ____________.
going deeper into the skin than UVA rays
shorter, stronger wavelengths
having no ability to cause sunburns
stronger wavelengths, but less energy
90
To a large degree, your physical presentation is made up of your posture and walk and should convey an image of ________
confidence
meekness
attitude
arrogance
91
Massage products are applied ____________.
cold, with a fan brush
cold, with fingertips
warm, with a spatula
warm, with fingertips
92
What should you be doing when analyzing the skin with a magnifying lamp?
asking pertinent questions
all answers
touching the skin
looking for obvious conditions and noting the type
93
Products and exposure to heat or sun can easily irritate this skin type.
fair
sensitive
darkly pigmented skin
aging
94
Less steam and heat should be used on which skin type?
dry
oily
normal
sensitive
95
Procrastination is harmful because it can rob you of
party time
arrogance
productivity
good posture
96
Your sense of purpose can be validated in a personal
legal contract
trade magazine
business plan
mission statement
97
Three bad habits that can keep you from maintaining peak performance are procrastination, lacking a game plan, and
prevarication
preparation
perfectionism
persistence
98
Harsh exfoliating or waxing treatments should always be avoided when clients are taking ____________.
oral steroids
minerals
heart medications
vitamins
99
What type of skin condition is caused by smoking?
dehydrated
acne
sensitive
asphyxiated
100
Why is a thermal or paraffin mask beneficial to mature skin?
plumps up skin only
plumps up skin; force-feeds nutrients
forces the skin into a more youthful position
erases fine lines