Peels & Exfoliation
Glycolic acid belongs to this category of exfoliating acids.
What is AHA?
Crystal- free microdermabrasion typically uses this instead of loose crystals.
What is a diamond-tip handpiece?
This abbreviation stands for light- emitting diode.
What is LED?
Saunas and steam rooms are examples of this type of spa therapy.
What is hydrotherapy?
This treatment creates controlled microscopic channels/injuries in the skin to stimulate a healing response.
What is microneedling?
A client has open, irritated skin. Should an enzyme peel be performed over the affected area?
What is no?
Human skin normally has a pH that is slightly on this side of the pH scale.
What is acidic?
Because of its small molecular size, this AHA penetrates the epidermis very effectively.
What is glycolic acid?
Multiple passes with a microdermabrasion handpiece should be carefully controlled to prevent this.
What is over-exfoliation/skin injury?
In esthetics, ultrasound uses sound waves above the range of this human ability.
What is hearing?
After a detoxifying body treatment, clients should be encouraged to increase this.
What is water intake/ hydration?
An aging-skin client concerned about muscles tone may benefit from this electrical modality.
What is microcurrent?
Before performing a peel an esthetician discovers the client recently began using a strong prescription retinoid. What should happen next?
What is postpone/modify the treatment according to contraindications and protocol?
Amino acids, aloe vera, B vitamins and essential fatty acids can help support this important protective function of the skin.
What is barrier function/ skin conditioning?
During an enzyme peel, an esthetician should continually observe the skin for this visible reaction.
What is erythema/redness?
Microcurrent directly stimulates this tissue during an esthetic treatment.
This light-based treatment combines a photosensitizing agent with a specific light source.
What is photodynamic therapy?
This technique uses vacuum-assisted massage to temporarily improve the appearance of cellulite.
What is endermology?
This Japanese complementary wellness practice involves the concept of energy transfer through the practitioner's hands.
What is Reiki?
A client schedules a chemical peel right before a sunny tropical vacation. What is the concern?
What is increased UV sensitivity and risk of complications?
A strict vegan client may ask whether products contain these types of ingredients before agreeing to treatment.
What is animal-derived ingredients.
A client wants a chemical peel immediately before spending a week at the beach. Why should the treatment be rescheduled?
What is increased risk from UV/sun exposure?
A client concerned with aging; loss of tone and facial contour would likely benefit from this modality.
What is microcurrent?
This type of light treatment targets visible blood vessels such as spider veins.
What is vascular light/laser therapy?
This gentle massage technique encourages the movement of lymphatic fluid.
What is manual lymphatic drainage (MLD)?
This advanced treatment combines a photosensitizing substance with light activation.
What is photodynamic therapy?
An esthetician has very little experience performing enzyme peels. What is the safest approach?
What is begin conservatively and follow manufacturer directions/training?
Unlike aggressive resurfacing procedures, superficial esthetic exfoliation should not normally produce this dramatic response.
What is significant shedding/flaking or tissue injury?
Superficial peeling, keratolysis and desquamation all describe processes involving this.
What is exfoliation/removal of dead surface cells?
Why are microcurrent treatments typically performed as a series rather than just once?
What is because repeated treatments are generally needed for cumulative/visible results?
When performing LED treatments, these areas must be appropriately protected according to the device protocol.
What are the eyes and other light-sensitive areas?
MLD differs from deep tissue massage because the pressure used should generally be this.
What is light/gentle?
A treatment designed to improve a client's skin should be selected primarily according to these three things.
What are skin conditions, treatment goals, and contraindications?
Some powered or airborne treatment materials can present this occupational hazard if repeatedly inhaled.
What is respiratory irritation/ damage?
An esthetician should understand this classification system before recommending many light-and-laser based treatments.
What is the Fitzpatrick skin type scale?