Master Esthetics Virginia State Board
Exam Review with Complete
Solutions!!
What is true about HBV (hepatitis B)? - ANSWER-Asymptomatic (no symptoms
shown)
What is an example of an aseptic technique? - ANSWER-Proper hand washing
At what point would you apply a lubricant to a tool during disinfection? - ANSWER-
Instrument lubrication is performed after cleaning and disinfection, but before
sterilization
How does ultrasonic cleaning work? - ANSWER-Cavitations (Ultrasonic vibrations
passed through a cleaning solution
What is an autoclave? - ANSWER-A device for sterilization by steam under pressure
What process of disinfection uses sound? - ANSWER-Ultrasonic
What is high-level disinfection? - ANSWER-Cold sterilization
What are mitochondria? - ANSWER-The cell's lungs and digestive system,
converting oxygen to nutrients that provide energy for the cell
What is Cushing's syndrome? - ANSWER-A disease of the adrenal glands caused
by too much hydrocortisone exposure, that causes thinning and bruising of the skin
Which hormone affects collagen production? - ANSWER-Estrogen
What is overactivity of the thyroid gland called? - ANSWER-Hyperthyroidism
Where does interstitial fluid drain? - ANSWER-The bloodstream
What is an example of a proteolytic? - ANSWER-Enzyme (BREAKS PROTEIN)
What type of treatments are IPL & LED? - ANSWER-Non-ablative
Who approves the eyewear used during laser treatments? - ANSWER-ANSI
(American National Standards Institute)
When did the FDA approve lasers for hair removal? - ANSWER-The FDA
established the Laser hazard classification in 1995 (IPL, as first incoherent filter
flash). IT WAS APPROVED FOR HAIR REMOVAL
, What is an IPL treatment? - ANSWER-A polychromatic, noncoherent, dispersive
band of light commonly using wavelengths from 500 to 1200 nm; a photoepilation
hair reduction method
If a client is experiencing laxity (loose skin, aging) in their skin, what color of LED
light should you use? - ANSWER-Red
What color LED light should you use on acne? - ANSWER-Blue
What color LED light should you use on inflammation? - ANSWER-Yellow
What are some examples of ingredients used in microdermabrasion? - ANSWER-
Aluminum oxide crystals (corundum); salt crystals and baking soda
What causes Tinea? - ANSWER-Fungus
What are characteristics of Squamous Cell Carcinoma? - ANSWER-Red or pink
solid bumps, open sores/ulcers that don't heal, crusty area that may bleed
What can occur from excessive sun (photo) exposure? - ANSWER-Actinic Keratosis
What should you do if your client has Acne Excoriee? - ANSWER-(Pickers Acne)
Advise them to not pick at the lesions
What can cause Rosacea? - ANSWER-Demodex Mites (Demodex Folliculorum)
What are characteristics of Fitzpatrick I skin? - ANSWER-Fitzpatrick I: always burns,
never tans, hair, skin, & eyes are all light in color
What are characteristics of Fitzpatrick VI skin? - ANSWER-Fitzpatrick VI: Black skin,
black hair, VERY DARK eyes and never burns
What is used to dilute performance ingredients? - ANSWER-Vehicles, occasionally
called carriers, are used to dilute performance ingredient(s), regulate penetration,
and facilitate surface application
How are ingredients delivered? - ANSWER-Delivery systems are a form of vehicle,
as they carry the performance ingredient(s) to the targeted site of action
What acid is known for its exfoliating, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory
properties? - ANSWER-Salicylic Acid
What is the term used to describe therapy in skincare using plants & their
properties? - ANSWER-Phytotherapy
What is the process for collecting essential oils? - ANSWER-Distillation
What essential oil kills viruses? - ANSWER-Eucalyptus
Exam Review with Complete
Solutions!!
What is true about HBV (hepatitis B)? - ANSWER-Asymptomatic (no symptoms
shown)
What is an example of an aseptic technique? - ANSWER-Proper hand washing
At what point would you apply a lubricant to a tool during disinfection? - ANSWER-
Instrument lubrication is performed after cleaning and disinfection, but before
sterilization
How does ultrasonic cleaning work? - ANSWER-Cavitations (Ultrasonic vibrations
passed through a cleaning solution
What is an autoclave? - ANSWER-A device for sterilization by steam under pressure
What process of disinfection uses sound? - ANSWER-Ultrasonic
What is high-level disinfection? - ANSWER-Cold sterilization
What are mitochondria? - ANSWER-The cell's lungs and digestive system,
converting oxygen to nutrients that provide energy for the cell
What is Cushing's syndrome? - ANSWER-A disease of the adrenal glands caused
by too much hydrocortisone exposure, that causes thinning and bruising of the skin
Which hormone affects collagen production? - ANSWER-Estrogen
What is overactivity of the thyroid gland called? - ANSWER-Hyperthyroidism
Where does interstitial fluid drain? - ANSWER-The bloodstream
What is an example of a proteolytic? - ANSWER-Enzyme (BREAKS PROTEIN)
What type of treatments are IPL & LED? - ANSWER-Non-ablative
Who approves the eyewear used during laser treatments? - ANSWER-ANSI
(American National Standards Institute)
When did the FDA approve lasers for hair removal? - ANSWER-The FDA
established the Laser hazard classification in 1995 (IPL, as first incoherent filter
flash). IT WAS APPROVED FOR HAIR REMOVAL
, What is an IPL treatment? - ANSWER-A polychromatic, noncoherent, dispersive
band of light commonly using wavelengths from 500 to 1200 nm; a photoepilation
hair reduction method
If a client is experiencing laxity (loose skin, aging) in their skin, what color of LED
light should you use? - ANSWER-Red
What color LED light should you use on acne? - ANSWER-Blue
What color LED light should you use on inflammation? - ANSWER-Yellow
What are some examples of ingredients used in microdermabrasion? - ANSWER-
Aluminum oxide crystals (corundum); salt crystals and baking soda
What causes Tinea? - ANSWER-Fungus
What are characteristics of Squamous Cell Carcinoma? - ANSWER-Red or pink
solid bumps, open sores/ulcers that don't heal, crusty area that may bleed
What can occur from excessive sun (photo) exposure? - ANSWER-Actinic Keratosis
What should you do if your client has Acne Excoriee? - ANSWER-(Pickers Acne)
Advise them to not pick at the lesions
What can cause Rosacea? - ANSWER-Demodex Mites (Demodex Folliculorum)
What are characteristics of Fitzpatrick I skin? - ANSWER-Fitzpatrick I: always burns,
never tans, hair, skin, & eyes are all light in color
What are characteristics of Fitzpatrick VI skin? - ANSWER-Fitzpatrick VI: Black skin,
black hair, VERY DARK eyes and never burns
What is used to dilute performance ingredients? - ANSWER-Vehicles, occasionally
called carriers, are used to dilute performance ingredient(s), regulate penetration,
and facilitate surface application
How are ingredients delivered? - ANSWER-Delivery systems are a form of vehicle,
as they carry the performance ingredient(s) to the targeted site of action
What acid is known for its exfoliating, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory
properties? - ANSWER-Salicylic Acid
What is the term used to describe therapy in skincare using plants & their
properties? - ANSWER-Phytotherapy
What is the process for collecting essential oils? - ANSWER-Distillation
What essential oil kills viruses? - ANSWER-Eucalyptus
