ITEC LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA FOR BEAUTY
SPECIALISTS UPDATED ACTUAL EXAM
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
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Medical oedema - Correct answer.Medical term for fluid retention
Sinusitis - Correct answer.Sinus Infection
Hyper-keratosis - Correct answer.Excessive formation of Keratin
Styes - Correct answer.Inflamed swelling on the edge of an eyelid, caused by bacterial infection of the
gland at the base of an eyelash.
Neuralgia - Correct answer.Connective tissue which supports neurones; does not transmit nerve
impulses
thrombosis/thrombus - Correct answer.Formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel. Obstructing
circulation
phlebitis - Correct answer.Vein inflammation
Thrombophlebitis - Correct answer.Vein where a blood clot has formed
hypertension - Correct answer.High blood pressure
hypotension - Correct answer.Low blood pressure
,Bells Palsy - Correct answer.Facial Paralysis, caused by injury or infection of the facial nerve which
becomes inflamed.
rheumatism - Correct answer.Any type of chronic pain that effects joints, bones and cartilage
Ankylosing spondylitis
(Aka. Cervical spondylitis) - Correct answer.Term for age-related wear and tear on the discs of the spine
Facial Cleansing Lotion - Correct answer.Cleanser good for dry-sensitive skin. Does not strip oils, helps
seal in and add moisture
Facial Cleansing Milks - Correct answer.Oil in water emulsion. Oil in product attracts dirt oil and makeup
on skin.
Facial Foaming Cleansers - Correct answer.cleanser that strips the skin of its natural oils. The most
damaging on the skin
Dermatosis papulosa nigra - Correct answer.Also called flesh moles, brown or black hyper pigmentation
resembling moles. Common on Black females.
Pseudo folliculitis - Correct answer.Razor bumps
Rosewater Toner - Correct answer.Mildly astringent. Regular use of this toner can help prevent wrinkles
(slowing down aging process), tighten pores and add a wonderful glow to the skin.
Witchazel - Correct answer.Reduces swelling, tightens pores. Great for psoriasis and eczema. Also treats
insect bites, hemroids and poison ivy
Orange Blossom Water - Correct answer.Super gentle toner. Used in baby products in France. Stimulates
healing, smoothest skin and reduces pore size.
Scabies - Correct answer.Skin condition caused by a burrowing mite
, Atopic Dermatitis - Correct answer.Allergic inflammation, characterized by erythema, itching and various
skin lesions. Many causes including plants, drugs, clothing, cosmetics and chemicals. Non-contagious.
Atopic Eczema - Correct answer.Found all over the body mostly on the inside of the knees, elbow, joints,
on the face, hands and scalp. Skin is extremely dry and itchy. Also has patches of scaly dry patches and
sometimes bleeding. Non-contagious.
Psoriasis - Correct answer.Condition in which skin cells build up and form scales and itchy dry patches
Acne Vulgaris - Correct answer.Simply known as acne
Bacterial infection - Correct answer.Single celled microorganisms. Causes skin infection such as impetigo
for acne
Viral infection - Correct answer.Caused by micro-organisms smaller than bacteria. Does not respond to
antibiotics. Reproduces inside human cells. Some examples are chickenpox, hepatitis and cold sores.
Fungal infection - Correct answer.Caused by parasitic growth, which includes mounds, rusts, yeasts and
mushrooms. Reproduces by spores. Examples are tinea and candida
Ultraviolet Radiation (UV) - Correct answer.Short wave ultraviolet radiation can be used to sanitize small
items such as brushes and electrodes. The item to be sanitized must be previously cleaned and free of
debris. Items must be turned after roughly 20 minutes per side.
Chemical sterilizer - Correct answer.Plastic cabinets usually with a perforated tray on the base most
salon materials can be sterilized by cleaning and drying them thoroughly, then Immersing in the liquid
sterilizer. Solution needs to be replaced every 14 to 28 days. Do not get on skin.
Hot bead sterilizer - Correct answer.Small and easy to use they are suitable for sterilizing small objects
but not your brushes, plastic, sponges or glass. Glass beads are heated from 375 to 570°F. Sterilization
takes between one and 10 minutes.
SPECIALISTS UPDATED ACTUAL EXAM
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
V
Medical oedema - Correct answer.Medical term for fluid retention
Sinusitis - Correct answer.Sinus Infection
Hyper-keratosis - Correct answer.Excessive formation of Keratin
Styes - Correct answer.Inflamed swelling on the edge of an eyelid, caused by bacterial infection of the
gland at the base of an eyelash.
Neuralgia - Correct answer.Connective tissue which supports neurones; does not transmit nerve
impulses
thrombosis/thrombus - Correct answer.Formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel. Obstructing
circulation
phlebitis - Correct answer.Vein inflammation
Thrombophlebitis - Correct answer.Vein where a blood clot has formed
hypertension - Correct answer.High blood pressure
hypotension - Correct answer.Low blood pressure
,Bells Palsy - Correct answer.Facial Paralysis, caused by injury or infection of the facial nerve which
becomes inflamed.
rheumatism - Correct answer.Any type of chronic pain that effects joints, bones and cartilage
Ankylosing spondylitis
(Aka. Cervical spondylitis) - Correct answer.Term for age-related wear and tear on the discs of the spine
Facial Cleansing Lotion - Correct answer.Cleanser good for dry-sensitive skin. Does not strip oils, helps
seal in and add moisture
Facial Cleansing Milks - Correct answer.Oil in water emulsion. Oil in product attracts dirt oil and makeup
on skin.
Facial Foaming Cleansers - Correct answer.cleanser that strips the skin of its natural oils. The most
damaging on the skin
Dermatosis papulosa nigra - Correct answer.Also called flesh moles, brown or black hyper pigmentation
resembling moles. Common on Black females.
Pseudo folliculitis - Correct answer.Razor bumps
Rosewater Toner - Correct answer.Mildly astringent. Regular use of this toner can help prevent wrinkles
(slowing down aging process), tighten pores and add a wonderful glow to the skin.
Witchazel - Correct answer.Reduces swelling, tightens pores. Great for psoriasis and eczema. Also treats
insect bites, hemroids and poison ivy
Orange Blossom Water - Correct answer.Super gentle toner. Used in baby products in France. Stimulates
healing, smoothest skin and reduces pore size.
Scabies - Correct answer.Skin condition caused by a burrowing mite
, Atopic Dermatitis - Correct answer.Allergic inflammation, characterized by erythema, itching and various
skin lesions. Many causes including plants, drugs, clothing, cosmetics and chemicals. Non-contagious.
Atopic Eczema - Correct answer.Found all over the body mostly on the inside of the knees, elbow, joints,
on the face, hands and scalp. Skin is extremely dry and itchy. Also has patches of scaly dry patches and
sometimes bleeding. Non-contagious.
Psoriasis - Correct answer.Condition in which skin cells build up and form scales and itchy dry patches
Acne Vulgaris - Correct answer.Simply known as acne
Bacterial infection - Correct answer.Single celled microorganisms. Causes skin infection such as impetigo
for acne
Viral infection - Correct answer.Caused by micro-organisms smaller than bacteria. Does not respond to
antibiotics. Reproduces inside human cells. Some examples are chickenpox, hepatitis and cold sores.
Fungal infection - Correct answer.Caused by parasitic growth, which includes mounds, rusts, yeasts and
mushrooms. Reproduces by spores. Examples are tinea and candida
Ultraviolet Radiation (UV) - Correct answer.Short wave ultraviolet radiation can be used to sanitize small
items such as brushes and electrodes. The item to be sanitized must be previously cleaned and free of
debris. Items must be turned after roughly 20 minutes per side.
Chemical sterilizer - Correct answer.Plastic cabinets usually with a perforated tray on the base most
salon materials can be sterilized by cleaning and drying them thoroughly, then Immersing in the liquid
sterilizer. Solution needs to be replaced every 14 to 28 days. Do not get on skin.
Hot bead sterilizer - Correct answer.Small and easy to use they are suitable for sterilizing small objects
but not your brushes, plastic, sponges or glass. Glass beads are heated from 375 to 570°F. Sterilization
takes between one and 10 minutes.
