Beneficial effects of the Lucas Spray Pulverizer include hydration, astringent and:
calming
What layer of the skin does microdermabrasion exfoliate?
stratum corneum
What type of device uses a fine, inert abrasive material or an abrasive tip attached to a vacuum device?
microdermabrasion
True or false:
A benefit of using the positive pole (anode) during a facial treatment is it has a germicidal effect.
True
What facial product is used with a vacuum/spray atomizer to hydrate and re-establish pH?
toner
During the Balance phase of a facial, which device is used during the Massage step?
vacuum suction
Use the "Look, Touch, Ask" guidelines during which step of a microdermabrasion treatment
analyze
At the end of a microdermabrasion treatment, what should be done with used aluminum oxide crystals?
dispose of according to your area's environmental rules
Which of the following describes a benefit of the spray atomizer treatment with a vacuum spray?
pH balancing
reduces swelling
gently exfoliates
circulates blood and lymph
pH balancing
What microdermabrasion method uses an abrasive tip attached to a vacuum?
non-particle microdermabrasion
LED light should be applied slowly around each of the 6 zones for how long ?
2 minutes
Using an electric mask during a facial treatment can include all of the following benefits EXCEPT:
shrinking of pores
relaxation of muscles
mild gland stimulation
increased microcirculation
shrinking of pores
After finishing a microdermabrasion treatment, estheticians should advise their clients to avoid what?
chemical exfoliants and scrubs
What should be applied to the skin before performing an iontophoresis procedure?
water-based ampoule or serum
Firming and toning with a microcurrent device stimulates cellular function by increasing:
ATP
Which high frequency application treatment uses the formation of ozone to produce a mild germicidal effect on the skin?
sparking (fulguration)
Common concerns to look for that could negatively affect the skin during the microdermabrasion service include all of the following reasons EXCEPT:
skin abrasions
corneal abrasions
hyperpigmentation
hypopigmentation
hypopigmentation
When performing a microdermabrasion treatment, avoid the hyoid bone when working on which part of the body?
neck
Who regulates esthetic equipment under the term "Medical Devices"?
FDA
The corrective spa facial has the same treatment phase as a regular facial, with the addition of:
devices
A product used after extraction, before the mask and finish steps to treat breakouts is:
antibacterial serum
When performing a direct high frequency application, the electrode should be moved in a(n):
circular motion
What method of transmission allows an acidic solution to enter the skin when assisted by direct current and the positive pole of an electrode?
cataphoresis
A gel massage medium is used during the massage step with what facial treatment device?
indirect high frequency
Treatment in which water-soluble compounds are pushed into the epidermis is called:
iontophoresis