Chemical Exfoliation
What is chemical exfoliation?
Removal of excess accumulation of dead skin cells by the use of chemical products such as enzymes , AHA's , BHA's.
What do AHA's do for the skin?
AHA'S help to dissolve the desmosomes between cells to keep skin cells exfoliated .
What is microdermabrasion?
Is a machine based exfoliation treatment that uses a crystal spray or diamond tip to gently polish dead skin cells from the skin's surface.
What does LASER stand for
Light Amplification Stimulation Emission of Radiation
What treatments are included in medical esthetics?
Surgical , and non surgical treatments such as peels , microdermabrasion , and light therapy
Explain the difference between light , medium , and deep peels .
Light peels remove cells from only stratum corneum. Medium and deep peels are designed to penetrate the dermal layer.
What does BHA do for the skin?
Help to dissolve oil and deep pore cleansing
How is crystal dermabrasion achieved?
By spraying high grade microcrystals on to the skin.
List 3 benefits of laser treatments
Reduce hair growth , stimulate collagen , reduce spider veins , reduce pigmentation , reduce sun damage
What is the difference between preoperative care and postop care?
Preoperative care focuses on preparing the skin for the procedure Postop care includes providing skin care for rapid wound healing.
What are 3 benefits of chemical exfoliation and peels:
Improved texture , hydration , reduce fine lines , wrinkles , pigmentation , stimulation of elastin and collagen
What is an example of a BHA
Salicylic acid
What is crystal free microdermabrasion ?
This technique consists of a diamond tip that gently polishes away upper layers of the skin.
What is IPL and when do you use it?
IPL is an intense pulsed light that reduces pigmentation , remove surface capillaries , and rejuvenate the skin.
What does botox do for the skin?
Relaxes tissues and diminishes lines.
What percentage of glycolic can an esthetician work with ?
30%
If a client is allergic to aspirin why are they not a good candidate for Salicylic acid?
Because aspirin is derived from salicylic ingredients (Willow Bark)
What is Hydradermabrasion?
A procedure similar to microdermabrasion that has serum coming out of the tip , providing hydration.
What does LED stand for ?
Light Emitting Diode
What are dermal fillers used for?
To fill lines , wrinkles and other facial imperfections.
List 5 contraindication for chemical exfoliation
Allergies or sensitivities, Use of Retin-A , Pregnancy , Active Herpes , Open sores or Lesions , Sun burn , Photosensitizing medication (anti-biotics)
List the 6 AHA's and what they are derived from
Glycolic- sugar cane Lactic- Milk Tartaric - Grapes Malic- apples Citric- citrus fruit Mandelic- Almond
Name 5 benefits of microdermabrasion
Sun damage , pigmentation , open and closed comedones , fine lines and wrinkles , enlarged pores and texture of the skin
List the benefits of each LED color : Red, Yellow , Green , and Blue
Red- Stimulate collagen , wound healing , Yellow- Reduce inflammation improve detoxify and increase circulation Green- Lessen hyperpigmentation and calm Blue - reduce bacteria , Improve Acne
What is the difference between reconstructive surgery and cosmetic surgery?
Reconstructive surgery restores bodily function and is necessary for accident survivors. Cosmetic surgery is elective surgery for improving and altering appearance.