What is used for pH balancing and hydration?
Toners
A cleansing cream is used for a second cleanse on what type of skin?
dry, normal skin
Which of the following facial treatment steps belong in the Increase phase?
Treat
Mask
Massage
Exfoliate
Exfoliate
Chandra is an esthetician performing a facial treatment. During which phase will she extract comedones?
treat portion of the Balance phase
True or false:
Oily makeup remover is the product to use to remove waterproof mascara.
True
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding single-use gloves?
use latex gloves
discard after each use
disinfect after each use
promote cross-contamination
discard after each use
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)
What is the goal of the tone portion of the Cleanse and Tone step during a face treatment?
rebalance the pH of the skin
True or false:
It is only necessary to wash sheets and blankets at the end of each day.
False
Using different masks in specific areas on the face for a customized treatment is called:
multi-masking
What are the two major benefits of a massage?
increased circulation and renewed flexibility
Jason has a client with a sensitive skin condition. Which types of exfoliants should Jason avoid using?
scrubs and exfoliating creams
The Exfoliate step of the face treatment provides all of the following effects EXCEPT:
increases protection
improves skin texture
stimulates cell turnover
increases microcirculation
increases protection
When should sunscreen be applied during a facial treatment?
during a daytime appointment
Clay/mud masks are not intended for use on what type of skin?
dry, dehydrated skin
Which step of the Balance phase increases microcirculation and serum absorption?
Massage
A setting mask that is used for serum absorption, firming and hydration and is also known as peel-off is called?
modeling mask
Ventilation is a key area for treatment room preparation for all of the following reasons EXCEPT:
make sure it is bright enough for you to work
keep air moving to ensure freshness and cleanliness
provide adequate ventilation to remove odors and moisture
add essential oils to a humidifier to enhance relaxation and luxury of the treatment room
make sure it is bright enough for you to work
Massage movements designed to stimulate the muscle directly should be done from where to where?
the insertion to the origin
Shonda needs to choose a mask for her client to hydrate her skin. Shonda can use all of the following masks EXCEPT:
sheet mask
cream mask
paraffin mask
clay/mud mask
clay/mud mask
A massage technique that consists of applying pressure to specific points of the face and body to release muscular tension, stimulate and restore balance (Chi) is known as:
acupressure
Which type of peel uses trichloroacetic acid (TCA)?
medium
Superficial and light peels impact the:
skin up to 0.1 mm (.0040”) of the epidermis
All of the following modifications are recommended for chronic pain EXCEPT:
position for comfort
watch massage pressure
use heavy massage pressure
help client get on and off treatment table
use heavy massage pressure
All of the following cleaning and disinfection guidelines are true about fan brushes EXCEPT:
rinse well
clean with acetone
pre-clean with soap and water
immerse in an approved EPA-registered disinfectant solution
clean with acetone