electrical basics
What is electric current?
refers to the flow of electricity through a conductor.
What machine could be used on acne ?
High frequency is commonly used to help treat this skin condition.
What is direct current?
Galvanic current uses this type of electrical flow.
What is a woods lamp
Filtered black light that is used to illuminate fungi, bacterial disorders, pigmentation problems. Or other skin problems
What are contraindications?
These must be reviewed before using any electrical facial device.
What is direct current
This type of current flows in one direction and is used in galvanic machines.
What is the germicidal effect?
This effect of high frequency helps kill bacteria on the skin.
What is desincrustation
This galvanic process softens sebum and helps with extractions.
What is blood circulation?
Heat therapy helps increase this in the skin.
Can someone use machines if they’re pregnant?
Electrical machines should never be used on clients who are this.
What is alternating current
This type of current rapidly alternates direction and is used in high frequency machines.
What is the direct method?
This type of high frequency method treats the skin directly with the electrode touching the skin.
What is iontophoresis
This galvanic process helps push products deeper into the skin.
What is a spray machine
This machine sprays a fine mist of toner or lotion onto the skin.
What is electrical shock?
Metal jewelry should be removed before treatments to prevent this risk
What is voltage?
This measures the strength or pressure of an electrical current.
What is the indirect method?
This method uses sparking and is commonly used for acne lesions.
What is oily skin?
Galvanic current is especially beneficial for this skin type.
What is soothe and refresh the skin?
Spray machines are often used at the end of a facial to do this
What is inflamed or broken skin?
This skin condition is a contraindication for many facial devices.
What is an ohm?
This unit measures resistance in an electrical circuit.
What is oxygenation?
High frequency helps improve circulation and increases this in the skin.
What is a pacemaker?
Galvanic current should not be used on clients with this medical device.
What is rosacea?
Clients with this condition should use heat treatments with caution.
What are manufacturer instructions?
Estheticians must always follow these to ensure safe treatments.