Skin Type
The classification that describes someone’s genetic skin attributes is called:
A. Skin tone
B. Skin type
C. T-zone
D. Fitzpatrick Scale
Fitzpatrick Type ____ tans well and burns moderately
A. One
B. Two
C. Three
D. Four
C. Three
Which of the following is an extrinsic factor that affects the skin?
A. Genetics
B. Hormones
C. Sun damage
D. Vitamin deficiency
C. Sun damage
Redness that is caused by inflammation is:
A. Hyperpigmentation
B. Melasma
C. Couperose Skin
D. Erythema
D. Erythema
Raised, red lesions on the skin; also called blemishes
A. Papules
B. Pustules
C. Milia
D. Cysts
A. Papules
What do we evaluate on the skin first to help determine a client’s skin type?
A. Signs of aging
B. Acne
C. Hyperpigmentation
D. T-zone
Fitzpatrick Type ___ rarely burns and tans easily
A. Three
B. Four
C. Five
D. Six
D. Six
Which of the following is an intrinsic factor that affects the skin?
A. Sun exposure
B. Stress
C. Poor air quality
D. Dehydration
D. Dehydration
Lack of water in the skin usually stemming from TEWL can be caused by the environment, medications, topical agents, aging, caffeine and alcohol is:
A. Dehydration
B. Aging
C. Telangiectasia
D. Seborrhea
An infected papule with fluid (pus) inside
A. Papule
B. Pustule
C. Milia
D. Cyst
Skin that is characterized by very small pore size, uniform appearance, smooth and soft to the touch, and balanced oil and hydration levels is:
A. Dry
B. Normal
C. Combination
D. Oily
B. Normal
Fitzpatrick Type ___ burns easily, usually peels, and tans minimally
A. One
B. Two
C. Three
D. Four
Intrinsic factors are things that affect our body and skin health from the inside.
True or False?
True
An excessive buildup of dead skin cells/keratinized cells is:
A. Hyperpigmentation
B. Hyperkeratinization
C. Hypopigmentation
D. Milia
B. Hyperkeratinization
Excess oil production that causes redness, irritation, and flaking; occurs commonly on the scalp as dandruff
A. Seborrhea
B. Sebaceous Hyperplasia
C. Poikiloderma of CivatteD. Erythema
Skin that is characterized by moderate to large pore size, shiny appearance with some blemishes, uneven texture, and moderate to high oil levels is:
A. Oily
B. Dry
C. NormalD. Combination
Fitzpatrick Type ___ tans easily, burns minimally, but experiences immediate pigment response
A. Two
B. Three
C. Four
D. Five
Factors that prohibit a treatment from being performed or the use of a certain product on the skin are known as what?
A. Extrinsic factors
B. Contraindications
C. Intrinsic factors
D. Disorders
B. Contraindications
Sebaceous breakouts from hormonal changes or other factors describes:
A. Acne
B. Comedones
C. Cysts
D. Irritation
A. Acne
Physical reactions such as erythema, edema, wheals, itching, stinging, or discomfort on the skin either from an internal or external influence
A. Telangiectasia
B. Sun damage
C. Aging
D. Sensitivities
D. Sensitivities
Skin that is characterized by difficult to see pores, dull/flaky appearance, thin and rough texture, and very minimal hydration and oil levels is:
A. Normal
B. Combination
C. Oily
D. Dry
D. Dry
Fitzpatrick Type ___ always burns, peels with burns, and does not tan easily or at all
A. One
B. Two
C. Three
D. Four
A. One
How does excessive alcohol consumption affect the skin?
A. Hydrates the cells
B. Dehydrates the cells
C. Increases circulation
D. Increases elastin
B. Dehydrates the cells
Dry/dehydrated skin from a lack of oxygen often characterized by dullness, fine lines and wrinkles, and sometimes a gray or yellowish color
A. Aging skin
B. Irritated skin
C. Couperose skin
D. Asphyxiated skin
Overproduction of melanin in the skin
A. Hyperpigmentation
B. Hypopigmentation
C. Keratosis
D. Couperose
A. Hyperpigmentation
Skin that is characterized by moderate to high oil levels, some blemishes, larger pores in the T-zone, and drier skin on the cheeks/sides of the face is:
A. Normal
B. Dry
C. Combination
D. Oily
Fitzpatrick Type ___ rarely burns, tans easily and significantly
A. Three
B. Four
C. Five
D. Six
How does smoking affect the skin?
A. Boosts collagen and elastin
B. Damages free radicals
C. Oxygenates the skin
D. Asphyxiates the skin
D. Asphyxiates the skin
Visible broken or distended capillaries less than 0.5 mm due to intrinsic or extrinsic causes
A. Papules
B. Pustules
C. Telangiectasia
D. Sebaceous Hyperplasia
Skin laxity from damage, sun, and the aging process
A. Rhytids
B. Poor Elasticity
C. StriaeD. Hirsutism