Skin Types
What is your cleanser selection based upon?
DOUBLE JEOPARDY! What is the purpose of performing two cleanses aka a double cleanse?
Skin Type
DOUBLE JEOPARDY! "Pre-Cleanse and Performance Cleanse"
What is TEWL?
DOUBLE JEOPARDY! Describe what TEWL is?
Transepidermal Water Loss
DOUBLE JEOPARDY! Process that causes dehydration of the epidermis
(When the natural moisturizing factor (NMF) is healthy, it inhibits evaporation, but if it is washed off and the cells dry and crack, the moisture can evaporate.)
What form should you be referring to when you are performing the initial consultation?
Client Consultation Form or Client Intake Form
True or False?
Can esthetician diagnose or treat medical conditions?
False
Typically, how much time should a pre- and post- consultation take?
10-15 minutes
What is the difference between dry and dehydrated skin?
EXTRA 100 PTS: Which is a skin type?
Dry skin lacks oil/sebum and dehydrated skin lacks water
BONUS: Dry skin
What is purpose of using an astringent versus a toner after extractions?
Dries out the inflammation
Anti-bacterial properties (antiseptic)
Reduce the appearance of pores
What form does your client sign to cover liability concerns?
Client Consent Form/Waiver
Name and describe two type of exfoliations. (100
PTS each)
Mechanical - gently removes dead skin cells via granular manipulation
Chemical - breaks down the cement that hold skin cells together
How many products should you recommend a client to purchase and take home?
DOUBLE JEOPARDY! What should they be?
Two products
DOUBLE JEOPARDY! Cleanser and Moisturizer
Describe the massage product you would typically use for each skin type.
Dry - oil based
Oily/Normal - cream based
Combination - gel based
100 PTS EACH: Describe how the following bad food choices in diet affect the skin.
1)Dairy Products
2)Sugar
3)Caffeine
Diary Products - contain a hormone that causes inflammation and may increase the amount of oil that sebaceous glands secrete
Sugar - increases blood sugar levels which react with skin cells, causing dryness, pigmentation, and wrinkles
Caffeine - causes dehydration
If you are considering taking photos or videos of your client, the client was read and sign which form?
Photo Release or Model Release Form
How far should the nozzle of the steamer be away from the client's face?
DOUBLE JEOPARDY! Three contraindications for steamer use?
about 18 inches (45 centimeters)
DOUBLE JEOPARDY! Inflamed, sensitive, and rosacea skin
Please demonstrate how you would inform your client to "undress" for a facial treatment that includes a décolleté treatment?
"Subjective"
Please disrobe from the waist above so that I have a access to your neck and shoulder area... Please be sure to remove all jewelry and place them in the bin with your belongings..."
What is the main purpose of Desincrustation?
Softens the sebaceous material around the edges of pores
Helps soften the comedones to minimize trauma during extractions
Sensitive - Can be a biologic condition that reacts to factors resulting in skin that appears blotchy, broken out, or excessively dry
Sensitized - Can result from overaggressive exfoliation or from exposure to aggressive environmental factors
List 4 details that the esthetician should record on the client chart. (100 PTS each)
Each treatment received
Skin Analysis (CHEST)
Procedure and products used
Products purchased for at-home use
What is the purpose of a skin analysis?
Determine the products and Procedures
Discuss at home skin care routine and products
Check for contraindications/conditions
[look, touch, ask, and listen]
What is the most important aspect to client retention and a successful, long-lasting career?
Client Interaction
[Dialogue, Comfort, Informative, & Professionalism]
What is the treatment goal for treating oily skin?
Can develop breakouts easily, so it is important to treat the skin with effective deep cleansing and purifying products
Describe the difference between Folliculitis barbae and Pseudofolliculitis.
Folliculitis barbae- Hair grows slightly under the skin and is trapped, causing a bacterial infection
Pseudofolliculitis- Also known as razor bumps; resembles folliculitis without the infection
Please explain how you fill out a SOAP Note.
S (subjective) - c/s....
O (objective/observation) - what you saw
A (action/assessment) - what you did to treat S and O
P (plan) - home care, follow up appt, retail
List 5 facial treatment benefits that are listed in the textbook. (100 PTS each)
Deep cleansing, exfoliates, increases circulation/detoxify, relaxes the senses/nerves/ and muscles, slows down premature aging, addresses skin conditions, softens appearance of blemishes, provides access to professional's opinion, and supports skin health
List 5 topics to discuss with your client BEFORE allowing them to get onto the treatment table. (100 PTS each)
1. Skin Concerns
2. Skin Goals
3. Previous Exfoliation
4. Allergies
5. Medical/Health Conditions