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