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100

What natural therapy is known as the controlled use of essential oils?

aromatherapy

100

What happens during the Decrease phase of a facial

A. microcirculation, bacteria overgrowth and inflammation are reduced

100

What is the goal of the Increase phase?

improve skin function and texture

100

Customizing the treatment protocol to match Increase, Balance and Decrease phases of a facial is during which part of the Skin Assessment and Recommendation system?

Treat

100

Which of the following Fitzpatrick skin types requires at least an SPF 15+ during high exposure?

a)  Type I

b)  Type II

c)  Type IV

d)  Type V

Type V

200

A light-texture moisturizer that increases water hydration is best for what skin type?

oily

200

Choose a cleanser that is pH-balanced with lipid replacement for what type of skin?

dry

200

What is the first step in a skin analysis?

determine skin type

200

Identifying skin type, Fitzpatrick type and any skin conditions is performed during which part of the Skin Assessment and Recommendation System?

Analyze

200

Claire’s esthetician noticed that her skin is dull and sallow, and she has dark circles under her eyes. What would be an appropriate question for her esthetician to ask?

Do you sleep 6 to 8 hours per night?

300

William told his esthetician he had laser treatment last week. The esthetician should avoid performing all of the following EXCEPT:

a)  exfoliation

b)  hair removal

c)  gentle hydrating facial without steam

d)  Intense Pulsed Light Therapy (IPL)

C. gentle hydrating facial without steam

300

While reviewing her client's medication list, Naomi noticed her client takes Accutane. What should Naomi do?

avoid treatment

300

All of the following are examples of demographic information found on a client intake form EXCEPT:

a)  age

b)  address

c)  name

d)  marital status

D. marital status

300

The Observe step in the Skin Assessment and Recommendation System includes identifying all of the following EXCEPT:

a)  client concerns

b)  health history

c)  skin type

d)  lifestyle factors

C. skin type

300

Which form should an esthetician use to help identity potential contraindications, lifestyle issues and personal preferences?

client intake form

400

Which of the following treatments is considered an oral therapy?

 erythromycin

400

Which acid promotes drying and cell turnover?

azelaic

400

Which of the following ingredients is used to dry, exfoliate and help in killing bacteria?

benzoyl peroxide

400

Comedones, papules and a few pustules describe which grade of acne?

Grade 2

400

The result of the melanocyte dying and not producing any pigment is called:

hypopigmentation

500

Stage 3 aging can be described as:

deep wrinkles, sagging jawline and neck and widespread discoloration

500

Service cautions for Fitzpatrick skin types IV-VI include all of the following EXCEPT:

a)  keloid scarring possible

b)  most exfoliation services are fine

c)  caution should be used with exfoliation services

d)  very prone to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH)

XCEPT:

B. most exfoliation services are fine

500

According to the Fitzpatrick scale, which skin type burns moderately and has average tanning ability?

Type III

500

Using the Fitzpatrick Skin Type scale, which skin type burns easily and tans minimally?

Type II

500


A combination skin type can be identified with all of the following descriptions EXCEPT:

a)  flaky areas

b)  shiny T-zone

c)  mix of medium/large pores throughout

d)  areas of roughness on cheeks and outer face

A. flaky areas

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