Milady Esthetics State Board Exam QA (Graded A)

Couperose skin condition - ANSWER-Telangiectasia or rosacea Telangiectasia - ANSWER-Dilated capillary walls that have been damaged distended blood vessels; commonly called couperose skin Acitinic aging is caused by - ANSWER-Sun damage outermost layer of skin barrier layer - ANSWER-stratum corneum - horny layer - epidermis Fatty tissue found below the dermis is - ANSWER-subcutaneous tissue Collagen is - ANSWER-protein substance of fibers that gives the skin its strength Elastin - ANSWER-protein base similar to collagen that forms elastic tissue Gland that produces sweat - ANSWER-sudoriferous gland - Sudo inflammation disorder of sweat glands - ANSWER-Miliaria Rubra (prickly heat) hard protein that makes up hair - ANSWER-keratin Gland that produces & secretes oil - ANSWER-sebaceous gland Gland that regulates body temperature & eliminates waste - ANSWER-Sudoriferous gland cells that produce pigment color in skin - ANSWER-Melanocytes involuntary muscle that creates goose bumps - ANSWER-Arrector pili The epidermis has _____ layers. - ANSWER-five Skin is the thinnest on - ANSWER-eyelids A thin protective mixture of oil and sweat that covers the skin is - ANSWER-acid mantle The pH of hair, skin and nails should be - ANSWER-4.5-5.5 Waxy lipid layer found in stratum corneum - ANSWER-Ceramides Lipidic skin (oily skin) - ANSWER-Produces excess sebum Internal factor that could affect your skin - ANSWER-Hormonal imbalances Rays that are carcinogen and account for 80% of again - ANSWER-Ultraviolet rays Type of rays that cause sunburn, tanning, & cancer (burning rays) - ANSWER-UVB radiation Radiation that penetrates the deepest & can kill cells (aging rays) - ANSWER-UVA radiation natural antioxidants - ANSWER-Vitamin C and E, proteins, & enzymes Which rays weakin the collagen & elastin? - ANSWER-UVA rays A record of skin services performed & products used is called? - ANSWER-Client chart or card A contraindication for electrical therapy is - ANSWER-Pregnancy During the skin analysis procedure your should include - ANSWER-A visual & physical analysis with fingertips Photoaging is a premature of the skin due to - ANSWER-Ultraviolet exposure unit of measurement for facial - ANSWER-Milliampere Paraffin masks are beneficial because they - ANSWER-penetrate ingredients deeper into the skin& warm the skin Paraffin masks heat - ANSWER-Increases blood flow & beneficial for mature and dull skin vellus hair - ANSWER-lanugo hair; short, fine, peach fuzz R stand for in Cancer? - ANSWER-Tumor has returned What absorbs electricity? - ANSWER-Copper Mites (Scabies) - ANSWER-External parasite burrowed under the skin. Can cause acne rosacea and papulea and pustules What is the true skin? - ANSWER-dermis layer - made up of connective tissue, blood vessels, nerves, glands, and hair follicles nevus - ANSWER-pigmented skin blemish, birthmark, or mole What stage of hair growth for wax? - ANSWER-Anagen What is a single use item? - ANSWER-Disposable and can only be used once. Cotton pads, gauze, tissues, nitrile gloves, cotton swabs, & paper towels What is folliculitis? - ANSWER-bacterial infection of a hair follicle where hair grows under the surface instead of up Actinic - ANSWER-condition caused by sun damage and hormonal fluctuations Autoclave - ANSWER-Sterilizer for implements by steam under pressure. Sterile heat uses example - ANSWER-Autoclave by using heat to kill microorganisms such as bacteria Decontamination Method 1 - ANSWER-Cleaning and then disinfecting with an appropriate EPA-registered disinfectant Decontamination Method 2 - ANSWER-Cleaning and then sterilizing Microcurrent - ANSWER-An extremely low level of electricity that mirrors the body's natural electrical impulses laser technology - ANSWER-A laser produces colored light. Wavelengths are selected to treat a range of skin conditions. For instance, one laser is designed to produce yellow light. A yellow light will selectively absorb into the color red. The laser light passes harmlessly through the skin and targets only hemoglobin of the red blood cell. The laser energy then heats and destroys the cell, leaving the normal skin cell completely intact Laser resurfacing - ANSWER-Procedure used to smooth wrinkles or lighten acne scars. Stimulates growth of new collagen Buffering agents - ANSWER-Ingredients added to products to help make them less irritating AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid) - ANSWER-natural mild acids - glycolic, lactic, malic, citric and tartaric acid. they exfoliate & melt the intercellular matrix that holds the skin together helping the skins natural shedding process. used for: mild hyper pigmentation, enlarged pores, fine lines/wrinkles, uneven skin tone. suitable for all skin types; dry skin relief. anti aging benefits. Derived from sugar cane Alpha hydroxyl acid is an example of - ANSWER-Chemical exfoliant Cell turnover rate for adults - ANSWER-28-42 days BHA (beta hydroxy acids) - ANSWER-Salicylic Acid - Derived from sweet birch, willow bark, & wintergreen used for oily skin & acne dissolve oil. Enzyme peel or mild alpha hydroxy acid peel - ANSWER-Use to Exfoliate dry skin. Dissolve keratin protein (dead skin cells) How many levels for acne - ANSWER-4 State 1 - Mild Acne, State 4 - Severe Acne Furuncle (boil) - ANSWER-abscess; pus surrounded by inflamed tissue Milia - ANSWER-Benign, keratin-filled white pearl like cysts under the epidermis from exposure to UV radiation Carbuncles - ANSWER-Group of boils Fissure - ANSWER-A crack in the skin (chapped lips) Vitamin A - ANSWER-Retinol - Antioxidant that repairs dead skin cells Vitamin C - ANSWER-ascorbic acid - needed to repair skin & tissues aids in healing Vitamin D - ANSWER-sunshine vitamin - essential for growth & development Vitamin E - ANSWER-Tocopherol - antioxidant protects skin from harmful sun rays Vitamin K - ANSWER-necessary for blood clotting Acne facial treatment - ANSWER-Pre-cleanse, analyze, cleanse & tone, exfoliate, extraction, mask, protect Retin-A/Retinol