Misc
What do the terms superficial peeling, exfoliation,keratolysis and desquamation refer to?
The removal of dead skin cells
What is Mandelic Acid derived from?
Bitter Almonds
This enzyme comes from pineapples
Bromalain
Measures the amount of pigment in the skin and its tolerance to the sun
Fitzpatrick Skin Typing
What are the ingredients in a classic Jessner's solution
14% Lactic Acid
14% Salicylic Acid
14% Resorcinol
In an ethanol base
Why is prepping the skin important prior to performing chemical peels?
To condition the skin to tolerate inflammation to reduce adverse affects
To increase results
This acid is great for dryer skin types
Lactic Acid
This enzyme comes from papayas
Papain
Considers ethnicity/ancestry in combination with Fitzpatrick
Lancer System
In the state of Virginia, estheticians may not use a TCA above what %?
20%
Name 3 contraindications for peels
inflamed skin
infections
medications
pregnancy
etc....
This acid is derived from apples
Malic Acid
How often can gentle enzymes be used?
Once per week
Looks specifically at African Skin
Willis and Earles Scale
How can we tell the difference between true frosting and a salicylate residue?
Salicylate can be brushed away
What is the objective for the client consultation
To determine if the client is a candidate for treatment
What AHA penetrates the epidermis most effectively
Glycolic
This treatment consists of a n enzyme cream combined with paraffin and is "rolled" off of the skin
Gommage
Looks at specific issues of of burning, tanning and PIH
The Goldman World Classification System
What does TCA stand for?
Trichloracetic Acid
Who is your favorite Master Esthetics teacher in the world?
Jessie Olsen
+1000 pts!!
This acid is derived from Wheat, Rye or Barley
Azelaic Acid
These 2 enzymes are derived from meat by-products
Trypsin and Pancreatin
Identifies skin types as well as potential response to inflammation, injury and insult (i/i/i)
The Roberts Skin Classification System
What is "frosting"?
Protein coagulation