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