Esthetician Full Big Book Review Part 1

What grade of acne is described to have red & inflammed skin, many comedones, papilla and pustules?

_____ dermatitis is a form of eczema characterized by inflammation, dry or oily scaling or crusting and/or itchiness.

_______ is the protective barrier made up of sebum, lipids, sweat & water.

The hair root is where hair grows from the result of mitosis.

Clients with an allergy to aspirin should use products with salicylic acid.

The ______ is a large lymph node that fights infection & detoxifies blood.

the ingredients of a _____ consist mainly of water, humectants, pigments, binders, fragrances and preservatives

Massage is performed before extractions in a basic facial.

____ is overproduction of pigment while _____ is the lack of pigment

_____ is a nutritive fluid circulating through the circulatory system and is considered connective tissue.

What is a progressive disorder that starts with flushing and increasing bouts of redness?

_____ are fat like substances and help repair and protect the barrier function of the skin.

A suction machine would be contraindicated for the use on skin that is _________.

What is the name of the final stage of hair growth?

______ is the process used to soften and emulsify sebum in order to perform extractions.

____ gland function is sensitive to adrenaline, so sweating can occur during times of anxiety, stress, fear, and pain.

The goal for treating skin sensitive and reactive skin is choosing products that soothe, calm and _______

________ help place, spread and keep other substances on the skin as well as lubricate and guard the skin.

____ refers to professional skincare products and makeup that include pharmaceutical grade ingredients.

What kind of mask will force-feed nutrients into the skin and help soften & diminish the appearance of fine lines

Eumelanin is dark brown to black.

What are sebaceous filaments?

The ______ secretes enzymes necessary for digestion, synthesizes proteins & detoxifies the blood.

Sulfur is a good ingredient for _____ skin as it helps reduce oil glad activity and is antiseptic.

Mineral buildup in the nozzle of the spray machine should be cleaned _________

____ are structural changes in the tissues caused by damage or injury.

What 2 systems are closely connected in how they protect the body from disease by developing resistance to pathogens?

______ play an important role in the immune system by attacking virus-infected cells, foreign cells and cancer cells.

The most commonly known proteins in the skin are ___, ___ & ___.

You must always massage the muscle from insertion (movable) to origin (immovable).

Another name for herpes zoster is ______.

Products that do not contain any water are called ______.

Applying astringent/toner is critical following extractions to help ________

Hair papillae are necessary for _______ and ______ of the follicle

The step of a facial after washing hands and analyzing the skin is _______

Lanugo is the name for soft, downy hair that sheds after birth.

____ products are formulated to have no smell; meaning ingredients are added to neutralize the smell.

Cells that are found in the basal layer of the epidermis & produce pigment granules are called ______.

The more fixed part of the muscle closest to the skeleton which flexes but does not move is called _____

_____ means the separation of fingers & _____means fingers are drawn together

What the name for an open lesion on the skin; accompanied by loss of skin depth and possibly weeping of fluids or pus?

Pink or flesh colored precancerous lesions that feel sharp or rough and are a result of sun damage

The dermis consists of 2 layers: ______ & _______

What are the bones that form the cheekbones called?

Shaving is a form of ________

The reticular layer is comprised mainly of _____ & _____

The ______ nerve, when triggered can cause a sudden drop is blood pressure & results in fainting.

What cell protects the body from infections by identifying foreign material?

_____ clients represent a growing percentage of a spa’s business.

A scale used to measure the skin types ability to tolerate sun exposure is called _________

What layer connects the dermis and the epidermis?

The white blood cell have enzymes to digest and kill bacteria & parasites is called ______

A way to describe exfoliation is all EXCEPT ______

Which federal agency regulates cleansing products & requires efficacy labels and registration numbers?

_____ is an emollient and is considered one of the safest moisturizing ingredients to use on dry skin.

To wax the inner thigh, have the client bend the leg and begin _______

Cold towels are vasoconstricting, meaning they ___________________

Where on the PH scale is distilled water?

What is the best stage to wax hairs?

_____ is when the radius turns outward & the palm upward

What is the acronym for the stages of hair growth?

Glycolic acid is considered the most active BHA in skin care products.

_____ is a colorless, jellylike substance in cells that contains nutrients such as proteins, fats, salt & water

What is the study of the structure and composition of tissue?

What is the basic material & building blocks for our body’s tissue?

The first strip placed during a arm and hand wax treatment is ______

Also called receptors, these nerves carry impulses/messages from the sense organs to the brain where sensation is felt.

What layer is closest to the dermis?

AHAs are ______ soluble & BHAs are _____ soluble

______ acid is one of the most popular AHAs as it is gentler and less irritating.

The term for disease causing bacteria and is harmful to humans is ______.

It takes a fingernail about 6-8 months to fully grow out.

____ is a severe oiliness of the skin; an abnormal secretion from the sebaceous glands.

Describe systemic circulation.

_____ means how pure a color is

Water-based products will _________ better than oil-based products

For your male clients, use _______ movements.

____ is the process of removing hair at or near the level of the skin.

Pustules are considered what type of lesion?

____ carry blood containing waste products back to the heart and lungs for cleaning and to pick up oxygen.

The liver discharges bile, which breaks down _________.

What color of tesla current should be used on acneic skin?

Tubes and pumps that are easy to open are more _____-friendly than jars.

______ are dead protein cells that have dried out and lack nuclei.

What is the name for a substance that has the ability to attract water to the skin’s surface?

The skin comprises of 3 main components. Name all 3.

Keratinocytes are continually shed from the skin in a process called _________

Products that suppress melanin production by interrupting biochemical processes are called _______

Up to _____% of the visible skin changes commonly attributed to aging are caused by the sun all in a person’s 20’s.

Hypertrichosis is NEVER the result of _______

Squamous keratinized cells are characterized by ______

The art of recommendation is to start by suggesting ________

An acute inflammatory disorder of the sweat glands caused by excessive heat exposure is called _______

Treating combination skin includes all expect _______

PCOS symptoms included all of these EXCEPT __________.

____ means how bright a color is

The main goal when treating dry skin to to provide _______.

The step before the first strip is placed during a leg wax is to have the client bend their knees & place feet on table.

_______ is the muscle that covers the bridge of the nose.

Contraindications for skin treatments include all expect ________