MASTER ESTHETICS EXIT EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS.
What is the only layer of the skin estheticians are licensed to work
on? - correct answer -Stratum corneum
What are melanocytes? How do they distribute melanin? - correct
answer -Cells that create melanosomes. Melanosomes are
distributed by the melanocytes dendrites.
What is the bacteria called that causes acne? - correct answer -
Propionibacterium Acnes (P-acne)
Name for ingredients that attract water to the skins surface... -
correct answer -Humectants
This firm, non-elastic substance makes up the main part of the
dermis and is responsible for 70% of the weight of the skin -
correct answer -Collagen
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What part of the skin is also called the Cutis or "True Skin" -
correct answer -Dermis
A paraffin mask should not be used on what type of skin? -
correct answer -Rosacea/Couperose
What polarity is used during desincrustation? - correct answer -
Negative
What is an example of transient sensitivity? - correct answer -
Over using product, sunburn, frostbite
Do UVA and UVB rays penetrate to the Basal layer? - correct
answer -Yes
Soft keratin is found in the what? - correct answer -Skin
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The cell membrane possesses a function known as
___________, which means the membrane can let substances in
and out of the cell. - correct answer -Selective permeability
When cells reproduce, they split, form two separate cells and
continue the same... - correct answer -DNA, Genes, and
Functions
What is a spreading agent that is necessary in the formation of
cosmetics? - correct answer -Vehicle
What is a surfactant that is used for cleansing? - correct answer -
Detergent
What hormone is present in the "Mini Pill?" - correct answer -
Progesterone
What is produced by the skin but not found in an acne lesion? -
correct answer -Sweat
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What is a problem associated with birth control pills? - correct
answer -Hyperpigmentation
Hepatitis A - correct answer -Found mostly in stools and blood;
eating/drinking something contaminated by feces, not washing
hands, etc.
Hepatitis B - correct answer -Blood, semen, bodily fluids; contact
with blood, sex, needles, acupuncture, toothbrushes, razors, etc.
Mothers can pass to child through birth.
Hepatitis C - correct answer -Kidney dialysis, contact with blood,
sex, sharing needles. Not as common. No vaccinations available.
Define Aesthetikos... - correct answer -Greek word meaning
"Perceptible to the Senses"
What are the effects of smoking on the skin? - correct answer --
Depleted Vit C