Skin
Facials
Mani/ Pedi
Waxing
Muscles & Bones
100
What is the top layer of the epidermis?
Stratum Corneum
100
What are 2 benefits of exfoliation?
-Remove dead skin cells
- Increase cellular turnover
- Allows for better penetration of actives
- Increases circulation
- Helps prevent acne
- Smoothes complexion
100
What is this?
Supply technical name and common name
Tinea pedis (technical) athletes foot (common)
100
What is the anagen stage of hair growth?
the active growth stage
100
What is this bone? (In green)
Lacrimal
200
What are the 4 main cells of the epidermis?
- Keratinocytes
- Melanocytes
- Langerhan Cells
- Merkel Cells (sensory receptors)
(extra-Corneocytes are a type of keratinocyte found in the corneum layer)
200
Benefits of Vitamin C
- Increases cellular turnover
- Increases collagen production
- Decreases hyperpigmentation
200
What causes verruca; Virus, Bacteria or Fungus?
Virus
200
In which direction do you generally apply and remove wax when using hot wax?
Hot wax: Apply against hair growth, remove against
200
What are these bones? (in green)
Parietal bones
300
What is the name of the process when one cell splits into two cells?
Mitosis
300
What are the benefits of hyaluronic acid and how does it work?
A humectant; attracts and binds water.
Plumping and hydrating.
300
What is pterigium of the nail?
Excessive overgrown cuticle adhered to the nail plate
300
How often should a client get a leg wax? (general)
Every 4-6 weeks
300
What is this muscle?
Tibialis Anterior
400
What is barrier impairment?
When the acid mantle/ skin barrier is not intact or functioning properly. Can cause sensitivity, redness, flakiness, acne. For one (or more) reasons including:
- Incorrect products used
- Incorrect product use (over-exfoliation)
- Medications
- Illness
- Environmental factors (harsh cold/wind/ heat)
400
What are 4 benefits of facial massage?
- Increase blood circulation
- Increase lymphatic flow
- Relax muscles and reduce muscle tension
- Reduces stress
- Desquamates
- Improves skin texture
-Temprary softening of wrinkles caused by expression
- Soothes tension and can help with tension headaches
400
What is a hangnail?
a small, torn piece of skin/ cuticle next to a fingernail or toenail
400
Name 3 ways to prevent folliculitis
Aftercare advice:
- avoid tight clothing for 12-24 hrs after wax
- lightly exfoliate 12-24 hours priri to wax
- exfoliate regularly between waxes (2-3x per week)
- Moisturise daily
- use antibacterial post wax solutions
- avoid exercise, swimming, makeup and touching the area for 12-24 hours post wax.
During treatment:
- follow strict hygiene procedures: pre and post wax solutions used, gloves worn, hands washed.
- Do not double-dip or reuse wax
400
What is the action of extensor carpi digitorum
Extends the fingers
500
What is the function of a fibroblast?
produces collagen & elastin
500
Who would generally benefit more from a cream-based cleanser instead of a foaming cleanser?
Dry/ mature (can add sensitive too but needs to mention Dry & mature)
500
What is the mantle of the nail?
the fold of skin that covers the matrix (skin behind the cuticle that covers the matrix)
500
Name 2 common ingredients found in strip wax
- plant resins
- Beeswax
- titanium dioxide
500
What is this bone? (technical name, not common)
Calcaneus (Kal-Kay-Nee-Us)