(FACIAL REVISION CARDS) QUESTIONS WITH LATEST
ANSWERS..
What does a therapist look for during a skin analysis? Answer - - the client's
skin type
- skin conditions
- contra indications
What are the characteristics of an oily skin type? Answer - - shiny or greasy
appearance
- enlarged pores
- comedones
- tacky to touch
What are the characteristics of a combination skin type? Answer - - oily T-zone
and dry cheeks/neck
- congestion
Why does smoking affect the condition of our skin? Answer - Smoking affects
the quality of oxygen absorbed in the lungs. It destroys vitamin c, which is
, important for healthy skin, and affects the production of collagen, causing
premature ageing.
How does exercise affect the condition of our skin? Answer - The skin may look
dull with congestion due to lack of circulation.
Why should face wipes not be used all the time? Answer - Face wipes are
known as 'comedogenic' because they can clog the skin as the cleanser on the
wipe leaves a surface residue.
Why do we perform a first cleanse? Answer - The first cleanse is a superficial
light cleanse which removes and make-up or surface residue before a skin
analysis. This enables us to decide which products are best suited to the client's
skin.
What are the benefits of using a toner? Answer - - removes any remaining
cleanser which helps to prevent unwanted product sitting on the skin which
can lead to blocked pores and congestion.
- restores the acid mantle which needs to be balanced so the skin doesn't have
to overwork trying to rebalance itself.
- balanced the pH levels
- refines the pores
What are the functions of an exfoliant? Answer - - give a deep cleanse
- remove the build up of dead skin cells
- remove impurities
- improve the appearance and texture of the skin
What is the word that describes the removal of the outermost layer of the
skin? Answer - Desquamation