Ingredients 1
What is the definition of glycolic acid?
MW 76, Produces new cells through mitosis, needs to be neutralized, AHA, comes from sugar cane
What is the definition of Salicylic acid?
MW 138 BHA Eats away and dirt and debris in teh pore, comes from bark of a willow tree, Self Neutralizing
What is the pH range of Hair, Skin and Nails
4.5-5.5
What does contraindication mean and what are two examples?
Do not proceed or use caution
Pregnacy Autoimmune disease
How long do you need to be off of Retinol before receiving any facial services ?
7 -10 Days
What is main difference between an AHA and BHA ?
AHA's work from the bottom up
BHA's work from the top down
What is the definition of lactic acid?
MW 92, exfoliates yet hydrates, AHA, comes from sour milk
When deciding on what peel (CHEMICAL EXFOLIANT) , what 3 things do you need to know?
Active Ingredient
pH
Concentration of active ingredient
Acids break the cells down
Nourishers build the cells up
How long do you need to be off of Acutaine?
1 year
What is the definition of Hyaluronic Acid?
Nourisher, holds 1000x its own weight in water, skin plumper, water binder
What are Peptides?
Chains of elastin fibers (Amino Acids) that tighten the skin
What are the 4 genetic skin types?
Normal, Oily, Combination and Dry
What is OSHA and what does it stand for?
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Regulates health and safety in the workplace
What peel can you NOT perform with a micoderm and why?
Glycolic Acid, will overprocess, will cause scabs and streaking
What are growth Factors?
They up regulate cellular metabolism ( cellular energy)
Definition of Vitamin C
Brightener, antioxidant, suncreen booster, synthesizes collagen production, neutralizes free radical damage, does not work well with acids
Melanocytes- Pigment cells within the basal layer
Define the process of Mitosis?
Mother cell splits into two daughter cells also known as cellular division
Why is a molecular weight of acids important?
What are examples of BRIGHTENING ingredients?
Kojic Acid, Vitamin C, Licorice Root Extract
What are some examples of LIGHTENING ingredients? (3)
What are the 5 layers of the Epidermis? IN ORDER
Stratum Corneum, Lucidum, Granulosum, Spinosum, Stratum Germinativum (BASAL)
What are the 4 grades of acne?
1-Open comedones 2- closed comedones 3-All of the above Plus redness 4- All of the above plus cysts
What are the 3 Steps of Cleaning?
Decontamination ( Cleaning)
Disinfection
Sterilization