Layers of the Skin
What layer of the skin contains melanocytes
basal layer
What laser wavelengths are considered ablative?
2790 nm, 2940 nm, 10600 nm
Define Hertz
Unit of measurement for measuring frequency defined as one cycle per second
A conditioning in which the thyroid gland secretes too much thyroid hormone
Hypothyroidism
What is an example of a filler made out of hyaluronic acid
Restylane
What is the stratum corneum
the outer layer of your epidermis (skin). It's made up of mostly keratin and lipids.
Reepithelialialization occurs _____ to ____ days after CO2/ Erbium ND:YAG laser resurfacing.
3,14
Define Blepharoplasty
Plastic surgery to lift sagging skin around the eyes and eyelids
Vitiligo is a form of
Hypopigmentation
What essential oil should not be used on sensitive skin?
Lemongrass
What layer of the skin are estheticians licensed to work on?
Stratum corneum
What is an acceptable spot size for laser hair removal?
12 to 18 mm
What is cavitation
What is cleansing using ultrasonic called?
Hashimoto's thyroiditis
An autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the thyroid so that is cannot function properly
What kind of current do high-frequency devices use?
Alternating current
The stratum spinosum is where most of the skin's.........cells are found
Langerhan
List the side effects of laser hair removal
Crusting, Extended redness, hyperpigmentation
Define Rhinoplasty
Plastic surgery to reshape the nose.
An immune system disorder that results in the overproduction of thyroid hormones. Causing the swelling of the neck and protrusion of the eyes.
Grave's disease
Why does transepidermal water loss occur?
Decreased barrier function and severe dehydration
List the layers of the epidermis and dermis in order
Epidermis:
Stratum Corneum
Stratum Lucidum
Stratum Granulosum
Stratum Spinosum
Stratum Germinativum
Papillary Layer
Reticular Layer
Subcutaneous Layer
List the benefits of each color of LED
Red: Increases circulation, produces collagen and elastin
Blue: Acne
Yellow: Reduces swelling and inflammation
Green: Hyperpigmentation
Define polarity
Negative or positive pole of an electric current
Describe Poikiloderma of Civatte
Red or brown areas of the sides of the neck/chin due to sun damage
What are the common side effects of medications for osteoporosis
Rash, sweating, flushing