Skin Types
Oily skin is characterized by very small pores. True or False?
False
Why do estheticians need to use magnifying lamps?
Magnifying lamps provide an enlarged, well-lit view of the skin.
Which massage movement is a light, continuous stroking movement applied in a slow, rhythmic manner with the fingers or palms?
Effleurage
When administering high-frequency current, the passive electrode should be placed ___________.
On the right side of the client's body
One effect of gel masks is that they ______________.
Leave the surface of the skin fully hydrated
How many skin types are known to commonly occur in the general population?
Four
The most important factor to consider when choosing furniture for a skin care salon is __________.
Whether it has ergonomic design
One of the biggest benefits of massage is that it _____________.
Increases product absorption
Using LED or infrared lamps to treat facial skin conditions is an example of ____________.
Light therapy
Which of the following works by dissolving and loosening the intercellular cement between cells?
Hydroxy acids
Dry skin is dry because of a lack of _______ in the skin.
Sebum
A Wood's lamp can be used to __________.
Identify pigment disorders and the presence of bacteria and fungi
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____________ uses a diamond-tip applicator to polish the skin's upper layer.
Crystal-free microdermabrasion
To soften or emulsify hardened sebum trapped in the hair follicles, an esthetician should use _____________.
A scaling solution
Masks containing humectants are ideally used on which type of skin?
Dry skin
Why should estheticians use treatment chairs for their clients during facial treatments?
To save space in the salon
The point on the skin that covers the muscle where pressure or stimulation will cause contraction of the muscle is referred to as the _____________.
Motor point
Extra caution must be taken when using electrotherapy on clients who _____________.
Have seizure disorders
Which of the following masks produce heat (i.e., are self- heating) when applied to the skin?
Modelage masks
Which type of skin can react with non-irritants such as water?
Sensitive skin
An ultrasonic spatula is used to ______________.
Exfoliate the skin and brighten the complexion
A Viennese massage is a form of skin therapy that ______________.
Requires a client to hold an electrode during the treatment
Iontophoresis is a form of electrotherapy used to ______________.
Enable water-soluble skin products to penetrate the skin
A treatment cream is generally applied under _______masks.
Alginate