Skin Analysis
center area of the face, formed by the forehead, nose and chin
what is the T-Zone
buildup of dead skin and oil in pores around nose; dry or flaking outside of T-zone
what is combination skin
rarely burns, tans easily and significantly
what type 5
sebaceous breakouts from hormonal changes
what is acne
UV exposure, tanning beds, misuse of products, environment, allergies, air quality
what is extrinsic factors
Classification that describes a person's genetic skin attributes but can change over time
lacks oil production, very fine or hard to visualize pores
what is dry skin
always burns, peels with burn, does not tan
what is type 1
larger follicles due to excess oil and debris trapped in the follicles
what is enlarged pores
alters protein structures and decreases biological activity
what is glycation
used the examine the skin through touch and manipulating
what is palpation
treatment goal is to calm, soothe and protect
what is sensitive skin
tans well, burns moderately
what is type 3
clogged pores caused by buildup of debris, oil, dead skin cells
what is comedones
used to measure the skin type's ability to tolerate UV exposure
what is the Fitzpatrick scale
oil and water balanced, soft, smooth texture
what is normal skin
tans easily, burns minimally, experiences immediate pigment response
what is type 4
UV exposure from sun, tanning beds, appears as brown spots of various shades on the skin
what is hyperpigmentation
factors that prohibit a treatment from being performed or the use of a certain skin care product
what is contraindications
new phenomenon caused by the repeated movement of looking down at a cell phone or other electronic device
what is tech neck
shiny, blemishes may be present, possibly dehydrated
what is oily skin
rarely never burns, tans easily
what is type 6
raised lesions, also called blemishes
what are papules
reason for visit? normal state of skin? water intake? skin concerns? skin care goals?