basics
what is a facial?
a professional service designed to improve and rejuvenate the skin
cotton rounds, gloves, & Q-tips are examples of:
single-use items
is serum applied before or after sunscreen?
before
Daily application of sunscreen is essential to help protect the skin
true, it's important to wear sunscreen EVERY DAY
the first thing you do in an appointment:
client consultation
what is a lancet?
A small sharp pointed surgical blade with double edge used to pierce the skin.
used for extractions
what can masks do?
masks can draw out impurities, clear up blemishes, tighten and tone skin and also hydrate, calm, or rejuvenate the skin.
choose your products before your client consultation
false, your client consultation comes first
refers to the peeling or sloughing of the outer layer of the skin
exfoliation
how far should a steamer nozzle be from the client's face
15-18 inches
moisturizers seal in ______
moisturizers seal in moisture and protect the barrier layer of the skin.
perform extractions first, then exfoliate
false, extractions should be done after exfoliation
The technique of manually removing impurities and comedones from follicles is called:
what do many estheticians consider to be the most important facial machine in esthetics?
steamer
eye creams help to:
reduce fine lines and wrinkles, reduce puffiness, firm the eye area, and moisturize the skin
one of the main uses of toners is to moisturize the skin
false, toners are used to remove excess cleanser, help adjust the pH of the acid mantle after cleansing, and provide a temporary tightening effect.