Skin Structure & Physiology
The outermost layer of the epidermis is called this.
What is the stratum corneum?
These three levels of decontamination are sanitation,disinfection, and
What is sterilization?
This step comes first in every facial service.
What is cleansing?
This method removes the hair from the root.
What is waxing?
A pH below 7 is considered ___
What is acidic?
These glands secrete oil and are attached to hair follicles.
What are the sebaceous glands?
Tools that cannot be disinfected must be this
What is discarded?
Exfoliation helps remove...
What is dead skin cells?
What is hard wax?
This type of exfoliation uses fruit acids or enzymes.
What is chemical exfoliation?
This layer contains blood vessels, nerves, and hair follicles.
What is the dermis?
These are used to protect yourself from bloodborne pathogens
What are gloves?
This technique used essential oils to benefit skin and mood.
What is aromatherapy?
You should test wax temperature here before application.
What is the inside of your wrist?
This ingredient helps hydrate and bind moisture to the skin.
What is humectant?
Melanocytes produce this pigment
What is Melanin?
This level of decontamination destroys all microbial life.
What is sterilization?
During a facial, this is used to analyze the skin in detail.
What is a magnifying lamp?
Tweezing is best for small areas like ____
What are the eyebrows and upper lip?
Surfactants are found in these products.
What are cleansers?
The is thread-like red lines or patterns on the skin caused by tiny widened blood vessels.
What is telangiectasia?
These government agencies set safety standards in salons.
what are OSHA and EPA?
This movement stimulates muscles and increases circulation.
What is petrissage?
The natural direction of hair growth is important to avoid ___
What is irritation or ingrown hairs?
Products labeled "non comedogenic" are formulated to avoid this.
What is clogging pores?