Eyelash Extension State Exam 2023 with complete solutions

Conjunctiva - Answer- thin, clear, moist mucous membrane. It coats the inner surfaces of the eyelids and the outer surface of the eye. Can become inflamed due to allergic reactions from seasonal irritants, chemical compounds, prolonged UV exposure, and conjunctivitis bulbar conjunctiva - Answer- covers white of eyes palpebral conjunctiva - Answer- lines the eyelids Conjunctivitis - Answer- pink eye, spread by touching contaminated tools, materials, doorknobs, tables, and other surfaces then touching the eye area Cornea - Answer- transparent covering of the iris and pupil, it protects the lens, anterior chamber, iris and other structures. trichiasis - Answer- eyelash growing inward, scratching the cornea corneal ulcers - Answer- scarring or hazy spot in the cornea. trauma, chemical injury, contact lenses, prolonged dye eyes, and infections can cause ulcers. Infective ulcers result from bacterial, fungal, and viral infections (such as herpes) Dry eye syndrome (DES) - Answer- lacrimal glands produce less tears which can cause scratchy or sandy feeling, as if there is a small object in the eye; burning sensation; excess tears; stringy discharge; pain and redness in eye. This is due to lack of oil, water, and mucus. corneal abrasion - Answer- scrape or scratch injury of the cornea, symptoms include pain, redness, excessive tear production, and the sensation of a foreign object in the eye What is the most common corneal abrasion in the lash extension procedure? - Answer- placing the gel pad too close to the lower eyelid Blepharitis - Answer- occurs when the eyelid becomes inflamed. symptoms include burning sensation, redness of the eye, light sensitivity, red and swollen eyelids, dry eyes, and occasional crusting or flaky material from the eyelid. If you have chronic blepharitis, how is it treated? - Answer- antibiotics from a physician What is the CONSTANT cycle of the eyelashes? - Answer- growth, rest, and loss what is madarosis? - Answer- loss of eyelashes the three phases of the eyelash growth cycle are: - Answer- anagen, catagen, and telogen (ACT) what are anagen lashes? - Answer- smallest, finest, shortest, least developed eyelash hairs, also known as baby lashes. what are catagen lashes? - Answer- end of growth and beginning of breakdown of the follicle, medium in length, texture, and diameter. they can remain in the follicle for up to 2 months before entering the shedding phase. what are telogen lashes? - Answer- longest, darkest, and coarsest eye hairs, it sits dead in the follicle until it falls out. Ocular Rosacea - Answer- A subtype of rosacea that affects the eyes, resulting in eye redness, swollen eyelids, and other eye lesions. there is no cure what are some diseases/disorders that can cause DES? - Answer- Menopause, thyroid conditions, or a cosmetic surgery called blepharoplasty what are eyelash mites? - Answer- demodex mites are microscopic creatures that live inside the eyelash, eyebrow, and facial hair follicles. usually they do not cause any symptoms. however, an overgrowth of mites can cause Blepharitis. usually occurs in elderly and people who are immunocompromised What is contact dermatitis? - Answer- rash on skin due to an allergic reaction, symptoms include redness, itching, swelling, pain, rash, and blisters. how can you get contact dermatitis from eyelash extensions? - Answer- improperly placed extensions can touch the eyelid and cause CD. when extensions are placed too close to the skin, or are touching the skin, the base of the extension can rub against the skin, causing irritation or discomfort. how can you get chemical irritation from eyelash extensions? - Answer- can be caused by contact with the lash extension adhesive, the remover, or the gel pad. in sensitive individuals, the adhesive on the back of the gel pads can cause chemical irritation. Ocular Herpes - Answer- a herpes infection of the eye, usually caused by touching an infected area of the body and then touching the eye allergic dermatitis - Answer- affects the skin where it has made physical contact with the allergen, clients who have been wearing extensions for years can suddenly develop an allergy to the adhesive. Another source is latex gloves Eyelash Extension Application: - Answer- 1. Place gel pads and tape on lower lashes 2. Use primer to remove oil 3. Brush eyelashes outwards 4. Separate a single lash and hold in place 5. Remove a single lash from strip, dip in lash adhesive 6. Swipe lash over natural lash and set in place 7. Continue to fill all mature lashes until they are full 8. Dry with hand dryer for 2-4 minutes 9. Carefully remove gel pads 10. Have client open eyes slowly 11. Brush lashes if needed Lash Removal: - Answer- 1. Wash hands 2. Place eye pads on lower lashes 3. Using a Q-tip place remover on lashes only, let sit for 2-4 minutes 4. Remove lashes with tweezers or use a Q-tip and gently rub outward or until lashes are completely removed 5. Wipe off excess remover with damp cotton pad 6. Flush eyes with saline solution 7. Dry eyes off Lash Fill: - Answer- 1. Wash hands 2. Place gel pads down (tape if needed) 3. Gently remove any loose or grown out lashes 4. Fill lashes full 5. Switch from side to side, right to left 6. Dry with hand dryer 7. Remove pads gently 8. Have client open eyes slowly 9. Brush lashes if needed Sanitation Procedure - Answer- 1. Remove all visible debris 2. Wash with warm soap and water 3. Soak in barbicide for 10 min 4. Rinse with warm water