Skin Theory
Which touch receptors are responsible for sensation of pressure, vibrations, movement and texture
Mechanoreceptors
80% of facial aging is caused by cumulative UV exposure referred to as
Photoaging
Caitlyn is a client that has small elevation of skin similar to vesicles in size and shape but contain pus. Which of the following primary lesions describes Caitlyn’s condition
Pustules
A magnifying lamp
Light & magnification
Claire’s esthetician noticed that her skin is dull and sallow, and she has dark circles under her eyes. What would be an appropriate question for her esthetician to ask
Do you sleep 6 to 8 hours per night
Which of the following terms is an example of thermoregulation
Vasoconstriction
Smoking is known to cause
Increased wrinkling
A linear split/line in the epidermis or dermis that occurs when skin loses its flexibility due to exposure to wind, cold and water is a(n)
Fissure
Cindy is a client that has been identified as having no blackhead or blemishes, smooth skin texture and small pore
Normal
Uneven oil production represents which of the following skin types
Combination
All of the following factors affect skin absorption except
Condition of thermoreceptors
What is the term that refers to factors that are influenced by genetics and hormones
Intrinsic aging
What vascular disorder appears as thread-like lines or patterns on the skin caused by widened blood vessels
Telangiectasia
Dry skin can be identified as having
Small pores, flaky area
Which of the following Fitzpatrick skin types requires at least an SPF 40+
Type 1
Which of the following terms is the first line of defense in the skin’s barrier
Acid Mantle
Which of the following imbalance effects on the skin is caused by testosterone
Increased facial hair
What is the technical term for lack of pigmentation of the skin caused by a decrease in activity of melanocytes
Leukoderm
A combination skin type can be identified with all of the following descriptions Except
Flaky area
Desquamation during the increase phase of a facial benefits what conditions
Acne
Texture
Pigmentation
The chemical conversion of living cells into dead protein is known as as
Keratinization
what are the signs of sleep deprivation
Edema around the eyes
Poor texture & color
Increased erythema in some skin tones
White, enclosed keratin filled cysts which form a hard ball beneath the outer layer of the skin are known as
Milia
Using the Fitzpatrick Skin Type scale which type always burns, peels and never tans
Type 1
What is the purpose for using hydration during the Balance phase of skin care
Ensure proper water content within the skin