A facial massage should begin

on the face or decollete, as it can start in various places

Fragrance free means _________.

No additional ingredients added to specifically provide a fragrance.

What is skin type based on

how much oil is produced in follicles from the sebaceous glands

what is the focus of a facial?

creating programs to reduce the appearance of skin concerns

Light Amplification Stimulation Emission of Radiation

Wrinkles on the neck due to habits of looking at electronic devices

The areas of the body that an esthetician can massage

Face, neck, shoulders, and décolleté

what is true of individuals with Fitzpatrick skin type 4?

they can become hyperpigmented from treatments

Chinese technique of applying pressure to specific body points

Which of the following statements is true about the term "organic"?

USDA regulation for the term applies to agricultural products

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1
A facial massage should begin
with the forehead in all cases
with the decollete, unless the client is male
on the face or decollete, as it can start in various places
anywhere on the face but never the decollete
2
What is the name of the medical science that studies and treats the skin?
Dermatology
Cosmetology
Oncology
Physiology
3
Appendages of the skin include
all of the above
sweat and oil glands
hair
nails
4
Fragrance free means _________.
Ingredients have been added to mask the smell.
The smell is nonirritating.
No additional ingredients added to specifically provide a fragrance.
The product has no smell.
5
Waste containers in treatment rooms must be ____.
Smaller than laundry hampers
Closed and covered
As large as laundry hampers
Out of sight of the client
6
Waxing is the most common method of hair removal
False
True
7
Most magnifying lamps used for esthetic purposes have a magnification of ____.
5 diopters
50 diopter
10 dioters
2 diopters
8
Pseudofolliculitis is the proper term for ________
sun bumps
razor bumps
hair bumps
face bumps
9
Approximately how far should the facial steamer be when steaming the skin?
36 inches
6 inches
48 inches
18 inches
10
Effleurage is....
A compression technique
A form of accupressure
Soft, continuous movements
Rapid, shaking movement
11
Sterilizing is the process that destroys ______?
only Hepatitis B
some bacteria and viruses
all microbial life
all bad odor
12
Tapotement is also called:
Dr. Jacquet movement
chucking
percussion
vibration
13
What is the main cause of premature extrinsic aging?
Smoking
Sun damage
Acne
Dehydration
14
What does SPF stand for?
Summer Potion Forever
Sun Protection Factor
Sun Poison Fear
Sun Prevention Fixture
15
What is the scientific study of hair called?
trichos
cosmetology
trichology
oncology
16
what is also known as the basal cell layer?
stratum corneum
stratum spinosum
stratum germinativum
stratum lucidum
17
What does a rhythmic flow promote
relaxation
well-being
your style of massage
more effective results
18
Melanocytes are cells that produce:
melanin
melatonin
keratin
collagen
19
What are the basic building blocks for body tissues?
Carbohydrates
Proteins
Muscles
Lipids
20
What is the most commonly used ingredient?
Essential oil
Water
Talc
Mineral oil
21
What beverage can dehydrate skin?
Milk
Water
Coffee
Orange juice
22
What is skin type based on
How many sebaceous glands we have in certain areas
how much oil is produced in follicles from the sebaceous glands
how much oil is produced
The t zone alone + genetics
23
What are the two main categories of ingredients in cosmetic chemistry?
Functional and performance
performance and active
synthetic and natural
Natural and organic
24
What six elements constitute a professional image
Skin and nails that is taken care of and proper uniform
All answers
Minimal accessories and conservative makeup
Well groomed hair and positive energy
25
One-celled microorganism with animal and plant characteristics?
Bacteria
Virus
Spirilla
Cocci
26
what is the focus of a facial?
exfoliate the top layer
all answers
creating programs to reduce the appearance of skin concerns
cleansing and toning
27
What is the formal name for the horny layer?
Stratum granulosum
Stratum lucidum
Stratum corneum
Stratum spinosum
28
Which layer is 80% fat?
Dermis
Epidermis
Subcutaneous
Germinativum
29
The dermis is made up of two layers
Epidermis/Dermis
Papillary/ Reticular
Sebaceous Glands/Melanin
Stratum Granulosum/Stratum Lucidum
30
LASER stands for?
Laser Amplification Stimulation Emission of Radiation
Light Amplification Stimulation Emission of Radiation
Light Advanced Synchronous with Effective Rays
Laser Administered with Structured Electric Radar
31
Communicable also means
noninfectious
contagious
talks
harmless
32
What type of skin is characterized by fragile, thin skin and redness?
dry
combination
sensitive
oily
33
What is tech neck?
A result of chronic sun exposure
Wrinkles on the neck due to habits of looking at electronic devices
Broken capillaries due to intrinsic causes
Visible lines and damage from internal and external causes
34
A virus is an abnormal condition that makes the body incapable of normal function.
True
False
35
Antioxidants play what role in skincare?
Neutralize free radicals.
Encourage oxidation.
Kill free radicals.
Increase free radical activity.
36
Some states define the esthetics scope of practice as "not beyond the DEJ"
False
True
37
All disinfectants are —- in the presence of oils , lotions & creams
Inactivated
Strengthened
Activated
Increased
38
The areas of the body that an esthetician can massage
Face, neck, shoulders, and décolleté
Face, neck, shoulders, décolleté, and back
Face, neck, and shoulders only
Face, neck, shoulders, and legs
39
Hair growth is created by the activity in the _____
Pores
Dermis
Basal Layer
Stratum corneum
40
The two major type of hair removal
Permanent and durable
Real and false
Perfect and temporary
Temporary and permanent
41
What is the average internal temperature of the body?
99.5
37
96.8
98.6
42
Also called the derma, corium, cutis, or true skin
Epidermis
Papillary
Dermal
Dermis
43
What does SDS Stand for?
Safety Data Standards
Safety Data Sheets
Safety Directions for Supervisors
Supplier Detail Sheets
44
what is true of individuals with Fitzpatrick skin type 4?
due to their darker skin, their blemishes are harder to see
they can become hyperpigmented from treatments
they are more likely to have sensitive skin
they are prone to a form of hyperkeratosis
45
What is the pigment produced by melanocytes in response to UV exposure?
Cartenoids
Keratin
Melanin
Vitamin D
46
What is acupressure?
use of measuring tools to ensure precise massage movements
Chinese technique of applying pressure to specific body points
use of needles to stimulate parts of the body
use of a blood-pressure gauge during massage to monitor health
47
Using deep pressure on the face:
can weaken elastin fibers
can induce collagen growth
is common practice among most estheticians
prevents premature aging
48
What is NOT an example of a recent treatment or product use that is a contraindication for waxing ?
Hydroquinone
Cosmetic surgery
Antihistamine
Topical cortisone
49
Which nerves react to heat, cold, pain, pressure and touch?
efferent
sensory
secretory
motor
50
Which of the following statements is true about the term "organic"?
USDA regulation for the term applies to agricultural products
the FDA regulates organic cosmetics
Organic products are not tested on animals
"Organic"is another term for natural
51
A buffering product does what?
Improves results
Reduces effectiveness
Reduces irritation
Prevents skin burns
52
What is the process of cell reproduction called?
catagen
anagen
mitosis
metastasizing
53
The process that eliminates most, but not necessarily all microorganisms is called ___________.
fumigation
sterilization
disinfection
sanitation
54
Sensory nerve fibers are most abundant on
Hands
Fingertips
Palms
55
Which of the following describes massage?
Stimulates metabolism and circulation
Mechanical manipulation
Manual manipulation
All answers
56
What is the hair papillae?
is where are hair grows
Located in the dermis and supply nourishment
Located in the first layer of the skin
cone shaped elevation at the base of follicle that fit into the hair bulb.
57
The HIV virus is spread mainly through ______
Sharing food with an infected person
Holding hands with an infected person
Sharing needles by intravenous drug use
Sharing bathroom facilities
58
When massaging a male client, in which direction should you massage?
against beard growth
with beard growth
in a circular motion
in a back-and-forth motion
59
Organisms that grow, feed, and shelter on another organism
parasites
spore forming
cocci
saprophytes
60
What are skin types?
Esthetician term used to identify common skin conditions
Medical terms differentiating between ethnicities
Pharmaceutical terms referring to the thickness of skin
Classification that describes a person's genetic skin type
61
Skin or the __________ system, is the largest organ in the body.
reproductive
integumentary
epithelial
exocrine
62
What is TEWL?
transepidermal waterloss
transfluid waterloss
transepidermal waxy lipids
transepidermal water lipids
63
Massage involving a rubbing movement is called
lifting
friction
fulling
chucking
64
The Fitzpatrick scale is....
Used to measure UVA/UVB's rays
Used to measure skins tones on the grey scale
Used to measure skins tone with skincare products
to measure the skins type's ability to tolerate sun exposure
65
what is a contagious skin disease cause by an itch mite
HIV/AIDS
lesions
blood poisoning
scabies
66
How are massage products applied?
cold, with a fan brush
cold, with fingertips
warm, with spatula
warm, with fingertips
67
What type of water should be used in a steamer?
distilled
carbonated
mineral
tap
68
What are contraindications?
Factors indicating a certain service should be performed
Factors that allow for a wide range of treatment options
Factors that demand the use of certain products
Factors that prohibit the use of certain products
69
What type of fungus can affect plants and grow on inanimate objects?
keratin
mildew
starphyte
dermophyte
70
List the different skin types:
Dry, oily, combination
Normal, sensitive
Normal, combination, oily, dry
Dry, oily, sensitive, acneic
71
what is depilation?
Permanently removing the hair
removing the hair at or near the surface of the skin
removing hair from the bottom of the follicle
Removing the hair at or near the surface of the skin
72
Pathogenic bacteria may produce?
disease
antitoxins
health
beneficial effects
73
The papillary layer comprises what percentage of the dermis
5-10
10-20
70
20-30
74
What are Keratinocytes?
pigment carrying granules that produce melanin
Gives the skin hydration and protection
Epidermal cells composed of keratin, lipids and other protein
tubelike opening for the sweat glands
75
Which layer is also known as the horny layer?
Stratum granulosum
Stratum corneum
Stratum lucidum
Stratum germinativum
76
What are the six primary functions of the skin
heat regulation, excretion
secretion, absorption
Sensation, protection
all of these
77
Parasites don't need a host to survive.
True
False
78
What is sebum?
subcutaneous tissue in the stratum lucidumhe subcuatea
protein fiber found in the dermis
oily substance that protects the surface of the skin
sweat
79
What is dry skin lacking?
oil
water
vitamin K
vitamin C
80
What is a facial?
surgical procedure more commonly known as a face lift
application of makeup to make the client’s face more attractive
professional service designed to improve and rejuvenate the skin
medical procedure involving the use of injected chemicals
81
the true benefit from hand washing comes from the ________ created by soap bubbles that pull pathogens off.
efficacy of soap
type of water
singing vocals
friction
82
What do sudoriferous glands produce?
Sebum
Water
Sweat
Saliva
83
Healthy skin is
smooth and acidic
rough
hard and acidic
dry and neutral
84
Shaving, tweezing and waxing are methods of _____ hair removal:
natural
endless
temporary
permanent
85
The Reticular Layer is comprised mainly of
Collagen & Elastin
Spongey fibrous tissues
Hair follicles
Blood vessels and lymphatic channels
86
The FDA also requires that all cosmetics labels include a list of ingredients using standardize____ named
JAKI
lISP
FDC
INCI
87
Tinea Barbae
Fungal infection that affects the skin on the face and neck
Fungal infection that affects that arms and hands
Fungal infection that affects the skin on the legs
Fungal infection that affects the bottom of the feet
88
What is epilation
Emulsify grease
Liquify sebum
Exfoliation
Process of removing hair from follicle
89
Elastin is a protein substance of complex fibers
True
False
90
Infection Control is
Used to stop the spread of contagious diseases
Method used to eliminate spread of infectious organisms
Method used to prevent spread of bacteria
Designed to stop the spread of infection before it starts
91
Why is sensitized skin challenging to treat?
Medications
Low tolerance to products
You cant touch them
Redness
92
The average body's internal thermostat is set at _________ degrees Fahrenheit.
99.4
98.6
100.5
97.3
93
What is true of a comedogenic product?
Tends to clog follicles and cause buildup of dead skin cells
This sort of product should not be used on human skin
It has no adverse effects on the skin whatsoever
It helps clear up comedones quickly and safely
94
the massage movement called petrissage consists largely of
kneading
slapping
rubbing
tapping
95
The stratum corneum __________________ .
is the innermost layer of epidermis.
is composed of mostly dead cells.
contains melanocytes that give skin color.
is filled with small blood vessels.
96
Which layer is the denser, deeper layer of the dermis?
Papillary
Reticular
Epidermis
Subcutaneous
97
What is the skins mechanism that protects us from irritation and intercellular water loss?
epidermal growth factor
reticular layer
acid mantle
barrier function
98
The size of the treatment room has to ____.
Be at least 15 feet by 15 feet
Allow esthetician to move comfortably in the space
Be at least 10 by 10 feet
Be equal to that of every other treatment room in the salon or spa
99
An infectious disease is caused by
pathogenic organisms that enter the body
flying microbes in the air
magic and love
Organisms on surfaces
100
The acid mantle is part of the barrier function.
False
True

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