facial treatments
This should be filled out by every new client before receiving services.
what is a client intake form
Must be performed before services. Helps to determine which products to use and recommend
what is a skin analysis
Created to regulate and enforce safety and health standards to protect employees in the workplace
what is OSHA
manual or mechanical manipulation by rubbing, kneading, or other methods that stimulate metabolism and circulation.
what is a massage
WHat is the name for cell division?
what is mitosis
A professional service designed to improve and rejuvenate the skin.
what is a facial
Appears as red, distended capillaries, and are noticeable on sensitive skin. Also know as Telangiectasia
what is COUPEROSE SKIN
Chemical products that destroy all bacteria, fungi, and viruses (but not spores) on surfaces.
what are disinfectants
A soft, continuous stroking movement applied with the fingers and palms in a slow and rhythmic manner
what is effleurage
What massage technique do you use to apply moisturizer?
what is effleurage
reasons to not receive a service...skin irritation, contagious diseases, skin disorders, medical conditions, allergies
what is a contraindication
Used to measure the skins type's ability to tolerate sun exposure
what is Fitzpatrick scale
One celled micro-organisms that have both plant and animal characteristics
what is bacteria
A rapid shaking movement in which the technician uses her or his body and shoulders to create movement
what is vibration
What supplies nourishment to the skin?
promotes physiological relaxation, increases circulation and metabolism, and increases product penetration
what is a massage
The skin is comprised of two main layers
what is the dermis and epidermis
pus forming bacteria that grow in clusters like bunches of grapes
what is Staphylococci
Consists of fast tapping, patting and hacking movements. Also know as percussion
what is tapotment
Where are the largest amount of suderiferous glands found?
what is the forehead, palms of the hands and soles of the feet
Takes only about 30 minutes. Omitted steps may include a skin analysis, steaming, massage, or extractions
what is a mini facial
over-production of pigment
what is hyperpigmentation
Occurs when you, the esthetician , touch an object such as the skin without cleaning your hands, and then touch an object or product with the same hand or utensil
what is cross contamination
A form of acupressure, the Japanese technique using acupressure massage points to relax and balance the body
what is acupuncture
licensed estheticians may use a alphahydroxy acid salon exfoliation product that does not exceed what percentage? concentration?
what is 30% concentration