waxing theory
Soft wax has to be applied in what direction?
With the growth of the hair. In a 45 degree angel
What is AHA and BHA
Alpha Hydroxy Acid, Beta Hydroxy Acid
Which of the following descriptions identifies the last step of a facial treatment service?
Protect
Which agency approves the efficacy of products used for infection control?
EPA
A plugged sebaceous gland with an opening that is not widely dilated is called a closed comedo or a(n):
blackhead
What are the contraindications for a facial wax?
Exfoliating acids (AHA, BHA, Retinol, chemical peels, sun burn, chemo)
What circadia products exfoliate by dissolving dead skin?
Coco enzyme, raspberry enzyme, zymas enzyme and caviar lime enzyme.
During which stage of a facial procedure does steaming occur?
after applying the exfoliant
Chemical burns should be treated by
removing or neutralizing as much chemical as possible
A common pigmentation disorder in pregnant women is known as melasma or:
Chloasma
What are the 3 cycles of hair growth?
Anagen (active growth), Catagen (transitional), and Telogen (resting)
If a client comes in with oily, acne/congested skin what mask are you going to use?
Charcoal or green tea mask
What two facial treatments could be recommended for a client with uneven skin color, hyperpigmentation or UV damage?
skin-brightening and anti-aging
What is the proper way to store bleach?
away from heat and light
A common, harmless skin condition that causes dry, rough patches and tiny bumps on the upper arms, thighs, cheeks or buttocks is called:
keratosis pilaris
What temp. should your hard and soft wax be kept at?
hard wax should be between 125°F and 150°F. While soft strip wax should be cooler, around 98°F to 130°F.
Describe tyrosinase inhibitor.
Lightening agents that help stop the body from producing melanin so they can work on lifting the hyperpigmentation areas on the face.
Conditions that prevent treatment are referred to as:
contraindications
To avoid burning a client with an exfoliation or peeling treatment, a patch test can be performed on the inside of the client’s arm or:
behind the ear
Dry, tight skin with flakiness is known as xerosis or:
asteatosis
What an alternative service if a client has contraindications to waxing.
Threading and tweezing.
list out all the cleansers and describe them.
Vitamin veil-oil based
micro honey- exfoliating beads.
amondola- cream based w/lactic acid
nourish - cream, no acids
lipid-gel based
mandelic- mandolic acid to brighten skin
salicylic- acne
To help remove dead skin or blemishes, a hot towel can be used to soften what layer of the skin?
stratum corneum
A difference between viruses and bacterial infections is:
bacterial infections have larger sub-particles
An abnormal membranous sac containing a gaseous, liquid or semi-solid substance is known as a(n):
cyst