SKIN TYPES
This skin type typically has balanced oil and moisture and usually has few visible imperfections. Skin type has a balanced amount of oil & moisture?
WHAT IS NORMAL SKIN
This Fitzpatrick type generally has light skin and tends to burn easily
Type II
This condition describes redness caused by weakened or enlarged capillaries.
Erythema
This is the most effective tool an esthetician has for analyzing the client's skin.
Observation/visual analysis
Conditions or factors that may prevent or restrict a treatment are called these
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This skin lacks sufficient water and may appear flaky or tight.
WHAT IS DEHYDRATED SKIN?
This type is commonly associated with Latin American heritage, dark hair and eyes, and rarely burning.
Type IV
This condition is associated with excessive oil production and is commonly seen in oily skin.
Seborrhea
Using your sense of touch to evaluate oiliness and elasticity is called this.
Palpation
A client consent form should document this important information before treatment.
Client consent/informed consent and treatment information
This skin type is characterized by increased sebum production and may have enlarged pores.
WHAT IS OILY SKIN TYPE
Types V and VI generally have this characteristic when exposed to UV radiation.
They generally tan easily and rarely burn
A client with this condition is lacking sufficient water in the skin.
Dehydration
The size of pores across the face can provide clues about this aspect of the skin.
Sebum/oil production and skin type
If a client has an aspirin allergy, products containing ingredients derived from this should be avoided.
Salicylates
This skin type is especially difficult to treat because it has a very low tolerance for products and stimulation.
What is Sensitive skin?
This Fitzpatrick type represents the deepest skin tone and generally tans deeply or has very little tendency to burn.
Type VI
This sun-related condition appears as rough, scaly areas and requires appropriate medical attention.
Actinic keratosis
Skin types are primarily determined by the amount of this substance produced by the sebaceous glands.
Sebum
If a pregnant client does not have written permission from their medical provider, the esthetician should not perform treatments that require thi
Medical clearance/permission
This skin type's primary treatment goals are to soothe, calm, and protect the skin.
What is sensitive skin?
This Fitzpatrick type describes extremely light or translucent skin, often with blond/red hair and light eyes.
Type I
Differences in skin color between individuals are largely determined by the amount and type of this pigment
Melanin
An esthetician should analyze a client's skin type and conditions this often.
Regularly / at every skin analysis
A history of seizures or epilepsy is a contraindication for this type of treatment.
Electrical treatment