WOODS LAMP
The light source in a Wood's light comes from _________.
a filtered black light
The main purpose of a rotary brush is _________.
light exfoliation
Electric mitts and boots should be used in conjunction with _________.
plastic liners
When buying a magnifying lamp, an esthetician might have second thoughts about purchasing _________.
a lamp with a lens that distorts the image around the edges
The machine that connects directly to the vacuum machine is the _________.
spray machine
Esthetician's are protected from bloodborne illness by the use of _________.
gloves
The part of the steamer that takes the longest to cool is _________.
the glass jar
When using a vacuum machine, it is usually enough to make _________.
3–5 passes
What is the use of electrical devices for therapeutic benefits called?
Electrotherapy
What treatment requires clients to remove jewelry?
Galvanic machine
Never use a galvanic machine with a client who has _________.
high blood pressure
The best investment for an esthetician who is starting out would be _________.
a reliable steamer
Electrodes in a galvanic machine must be handled _________.
both by the esthetician and the client
What is true of the effects of a warm paraffin mask?
The effects are immediate, but not long lasting
What does a diopter measure?
Magnification
What is a likely result from an esthetician's investment in high-quality machines?
There will be a return on that investment.
The temperature of a hot towel should be tested _________.
on the esthetician's wrist
What machine is designed to stimulate the skin and remove impurities?
Vacuum machine
The rotary brush should be used on in each area of the face _________.
up to 3 passes
How often should mineral buildup in the sprayer should be cleaned?
Monthly
Besides their soothing effect, what do hot towels help with?
Softening the skin before extractions
What should the glass jar on a steamer be cleaned with?
Vinegar
What magnification is the equivalent of 5 diopters?
50× magnification
The device also known as a loupe is _________.
a magnifying lamp
How does oily skin appear under a Wood's lamp?
Orange
The most common part of the magnifying lamp to wear out over time is _________.
the adjustment arm
Approximately how long are most electrotherapy machines are used during a facial treatment?
5–10 minutes
What client would benefit the most from a vacuum machine?
A client with sluggish circulation
Extensive acne and problematic skin would benefit the most from _________.
a large mushroom
An example of someone who should NOT receive electrotherapy is _________.
a pregnant client
A high frequency machine _________.
may be louder than other machines
Electrotherapy should never be used on a client who has _________.
epilepsy
What is true of UV lamps in towel warmers?
They are not effective for disinfection.
The spray machine should not be used on a client with _________.
respiratory issues
What is the standard for a magnifying lamp used by most estheticians?
5 diopters
What is true of all-in-one machines?
They may be more costly in the long run.
What should an esthetician know before purchasing a new machine?
he purchase of a quality machine will involve extensive research.
Hot towels are the most effective in _________.
the removal of facial masks
The magnifying lamp should be used _________.
during extractions
The type of skin that contraindicates electrotherapy is _________.
broken skin
Chemical desincrustation and ionic iontophoresis is created by a _________.
galvanic machine
A paraffin mask is used for _________.
hydrating dry skin
A client's mouth might have a metallic taste after treatment with a _________.
galvanic machine
What is true of the use of facial devices and technology?
It provides optimal outcomes more readily.
Electric boots should be warmed before use for about ________
10 minutes