Facial Treatment Theory
Which of the following descriptions identifies the last step of a facial treatment service?
Protect. (Final Products)
What should be used in a steamer machine?
Distilled water.
A light, rhythmic, continuous stroking or circular movement used in massage is known as:
Effleurage
Conditions that prevent treatment are referred to as:
Contraindications
Jason has a client with a sensitive skin condition. Which types of exfoliants should Jason avoid using?
Scrubs and exfoliating creams
During a facial procedure, when using a steamed towel to remove a mask, it is important to leave the following uncovered:
Nostrils
What should the esthetician do if a tool or multi-use supply is dropped?
Disinfect
To avoid damage to the skin, keep extractions under:
5 minutes.
Maribeth is performing an acne facial on her client with inflamed acne. What should she do when she gets to the massage step?
A setting mask that is used for serum absorption, firming and hydration and is also known as peel-off is called?
Modeling mask
After a facial, the skin generally looks and feels good for about:
One Week
The function of the steamer is to:
Expand pores. (Dilate)
Which type of draping creates a secure and warm environment, but may be too confining for some clients?
Cocoon wrap
Which facial treatment product is used to remove waterproof mascara?
Oil based make-up remover.
Laura has a client with oily skin. Which type of massage medium should she use?
Gel
A cleansing cream is used for a second cleanse on what type of skin?
dry, normal skin
Toners are primarily used for:
pH balancing and hydration.
A light or heavy kneading and rolling of the muscles is called:
Petrissage. Which also deeply stimulates the muscles, nerves and skin glands.
Which type of exfoliant is best to use on a man with a beard?
Gel
How far from the face should the magnifying lamp be placed when performing extractions during a facial treatment?
1" to 2" (2.5 to 5 cm)
How often should a client return to the salon/spa for a facial treatment for healthy skin maintenance and stress reduction?
4 weeks
An antibacterial serum is used after:
Extractions.
Can also use astringent.
When performing extractions using the finger-extracting method, place index fingers around the comedown and press:
down, moving slightly back and forth
If you are working on a male or a large person, which type of draping is more comfortable?
layered treatment-table setup
Using exfoliating cream is also known as:
gommage