Anatomy and Physiology
which of the following organ is the largest of the body?
skin
the removal of dead skin to simulate new cell growth is known as:
exfoliation
when performing a pre-cleanse, remove the facial makeup starting at the upper chest and work:
upward
the process of removing hair from the follicle is referred tom as:
epliation
comedones,papules and a few pustules describe which grade of acne?
Grade 2
The release of energy within a cell necessary for the performance of specific body functions is caused by:
catabolism
which touch receptors are responsible for sensation of pressure, viberation, movement and texture?
mechanoreceptor
what is the minimum distance a steamer is placed away from the face?
12"-18"(30-45 cm)
Light-based hair reduction treatments are only effective when hair is in what growth stage?
anagen
which facial treatment device is also known as Tesla?
high frequency
organelles in the cytoplasm that take in nutrient, break them down and create ATP energy molecules for the cells are called?
mitochondria
what process removes dead skin cells by using enzymes and alpha hydroxy acids?
chemical exfoliation
a loupe is a piece of facial treatment equipment also known as :
magnifiying lamp
in what direction is hard wax commonly applied at first, before it is spread and smoothed with a spatula?
against the direction of hair growth
what is another name for whitehead?
closed comedo
The triangle-shaped muscle that lifts the arm or turns it is the :
deltoid
what vascular disorder appears as thread-like, red lines or patterns on the skin caused by widened blood vessles?
telangiectasia
slight erythema, or redness, is acceptable after which step in a facial service?
Exfoliate
a tip for preventing ingrown hair is to remove the wax/ strip by pulling:
parallel, close to skin
which types of acids are considered water soluble and must be neutralized before removing ?
AHA
The primary motor nerve of the face is the :
facial nerve
what is a chronic inflammatory condition in which the small capillaries of the face become dilated and inflamed?
rosacea
Superficial chemical peels are capable of affecting :
only the epidermis
soft wax should be applied at a 45 degree angle in :
the direction of hair growth
Firming and toning with a microcurrent device stimulates cellular function by increasing
ATP