Skin care
Which of the following skin types presents small pores that may be medium in size throughout the T-zone?
Combination
Infection can be controlled in all of the following ways EXCEPT
unclean hands and implements
What temporary hair removal supply is used to spread wax?
spatula
The cone-shaped, muscular organ located in the chest cavity that is the size of a closed fist is the…
The Heart
What happens when an alkali is placed in water?
alkali decreases the concentration of hydrogen ions
The dormant or shedding phase of hair is known as the:
telogen phase
Another term that means the same as germ is
Pathogen
The first four steps in a waxing service are:
prepare skin, examine skin, test wax, apply/remove wax
This matches the typical order taught in esthetics programs for beginning a waxing service.
The submandibular lymph node is located
underneath the mandible
Asking open-ended questions to discover the client's wants and needs occurs during which service essential?
Consult
What type of skin condition appears purple under the Wood's lamp
Dry or dehydrated
Which of the following actions is NOT a step when caring for a person with a cut, scratch or embedded object in their eye?
remove embedded object
Which medical condition has hormonal and reproductive challenges and usually shows acne and hair growth on the face and chin?
polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
PCOS commonly causes hormonal imbalances that lead to acne, excess facial hair growth, and reproductive challenges.
Organelles in the cytoplasm that take in nutrients, break them down and create ATP energy molecules for the cells is called:
mitochondria
A pH of 5 is how many times more acidic than a pH of 6?
10
During which step of the skin analysis method does the esthetician use pressure on various parts of the face to test sensitivity?
Touch
Which agency approves the efficacy of products used for infection control?
EPA
Which of the following imbalance effects on the skin is caused by testosterone?
increased facial hair
Testosterone increases facial hair growth and also stimulates oil production in the skin.
What is the function of the endocrine system?
controls release of hormones that affect hair growth, skin conditions and energy levels
The endocrine system works by releasing hormones that regulate many body functions, including metabolism, stress response, skin health, and hair growth.
What type of immunity is provided when a person is given antibodies to a disease rather than producing them through their own immune system?
passive immunity
Passive immunity is when a person receives ready-made antibodies instead of creating them through their own immune response. This can come from antibody treatments or maternal antibodies.
All of the following conditions show signs of sleep deprivation EXCEPT:
increased cell renewal and repair
Sleep deprivation reduces the skin’s ability to repair itself — it does not increase renewal and repair.
All other options are common signs of lack of sleep:
Edema around the eyes
Poor texture and color
Increased erythema in some skin tones
In addition to the efficacy claims on the label what information is assigned to a product to show its approval
EPA registration number
A hair removal service cannot be performed if which of the following medical conditions is present?
Scabies
Which layer of the skin's permeability barrier prevents transepidermal water loss (TEWL)?
acid mantle
The acid mantle works with the stratum corneum to prevent transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and protect the skin’s barrier.
Functions of the skin carry out complex actions related to sensation, heat regulation, absorption, protection, excretion and:
secretion