Skin Types and Conditions
This skin type is characterized by limited to no oil production by the sebaceous gland. This skin type does not contain follicles on the face and does not experience oiliness, breakouts, or congestion, but dryness, and will age faster.
Alipoid skin
What type of wax can be used without a strip, and hardens on it's own?
Hard Wax
Which Image Cleanser would you typically use for your first cleanse?
Image Illuma Brightening Cleanser
what is the purpose of a toner?
to hydrate the skin and extend the use of a moisturizer
What does SMA stand for?
Sanitary Maintenance Area
this skin condition is characterized by dark spots on the skin from previous breakouts.
post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH)
How would you describe soft wax?
Soft wax is applied with a waxing spatula in a thin layer and removed with a strip. This type of wax is best for larger areas of waxing and commonly used in speed waxing.
Which Image Cleanser would you use on a client with Alipoid (dry) skin?
Vital C Hydrating Cleanser
define exfoliation
exfoliation is the removal of dead skin cells using either chemicals or physical beads.
When must a consultation form be filled out?
Prior to performing the guest service.
This skin type is characterized by follicles that extend from the nose to the cheeks and forehead in a “T" pattern and oiliness and breakouts and/or congestion in the T-zone.
Combination Skin
Why can't we perform a wax on someone who has been using accurate?
Accutane thins the skin and increases the chances of lifting, pulling, and bruising the skin and cause damage to the skin.
Which Image Cleanser would you use on a client with Acneic skin and/or active breakouts?
Clear Cell Cleanser
why is high frequency used in the treatment room? and why is it beneficial?
it's used to sanitize the skin after extractions and benefits include pore minimization and oxygenation of the skin.
What is the purpose of a consultation card?
to identify the client's skin concerns, medical history, lifestyle, allergies, medications, and to help determine the best course of treatment for the service guest.
Name all 6 Skin Types
1. Oily
2. Combination
3. Acneic
4. Alipoid (Dry)
5. Sensative
6. Normal
True or False?
you should not test the temperature of the wax on yourself first before applying it on your guest.
False.
ALWAYS test temperature before applying on a service guest
Which Image cleanser would you use on a client who needs exfoliation or has aging skin?
Ageless Cleanser
what two types of massage do we use in the treatment room and how do we know which to use on a guest?
the two types are European Massage and Pressure Point Massage.
European massage is indicated for clients who have normal to dry skin and stimulates the skins natural oil production and hydrate the skin.
Pressure Point Massage is indicated for clients who are sensitized, oily and acne skin types and is non-stimulating relaxation of the skin.
Someone who experiences body dysmorphia, experiences what?
they tend to fixate on minor appearance imperfections.
Name all 8 of the most common skin conditions
1. dehydrated
2. congested
3. comedones/blackheads
4. breakouts
5. sensitized
6. Hyperpigmentation
7. Hypopigmentation
8. PIH (post inflammatory hyperpigmentation)
List 7 contraindications for a waxing service
1. sunburn
2. open lesions
3. contagious conditions such as herpes
4. use of prescription exfoliants such as Retin-A or medications such as Accutane and Hydroquinone
5. Phlebitis
6. Varicose veins
7. recent chemical peels or exfoliating treatments
Which Image Cleanser is pH balancing, and indicated for sensitive skin types?
Ormedic Facial Cleanser
What are 5 contraindications for a facial treatment?
1. open sores/lesions
2.contagious diseases/ conditions
3. sunburn
4. rash
5. recent surgery/ laser treatments
What are the various grades of acne?
I, II, III, IV