Skin Structure
What are the layers of the epidermis?
Stratum corneum, stratum lucidum, stratum granulosum, stratum spinosum, stratum germinativum
How do the oil glands take care of the skin?
By lubricating the skin.
What is the most common skin disease?
Acne
What can we do about moles?
Don't disturb these.
Your skin is home to more than ______ species of bacteria.
1,000
What is the #1 rule of waxing?
What are fibers that carry sensations to and from the brain?
Nerves.
How does the skin prevent damage from UV rays?
melanin
What disease is described as dry, thick lesions consisting of large silvery scales?
Psoriasis
What should be done every day to prevent skin diseases?
Inspect the skin often and wear spf.
Skin renews itself every ___ days.
28
What peel is considered powerful and ideal for patients with significantly damaged skin?
TCA. trichloroacetic acid
What is fatty tissue?
A layer of fat under the skin. Adipose tissue
How does the skin control temperature?
By releasing through sweat.
inflammatory acne is called
cystic acne
What dries the skin?
Frequent bathing with hot water.
Skin has over ___ miles of blood vessels.
11
What ingredient is used to make jelly masks?
refined alginate
What two structures of the skin produce excretory products?
Sebaceuous glands and Sweat Glands
What keeps the good stuff in and the bad stuff out?
acid mantle
If your skin becomes dry, itchy, and red, and possibly a rash forms by coming into contact with something that is called what?
contact dermatitis
What should you make sure to do at least once a week to prevent bacteria from infecting your face
change your sheets or wash them
Skin accounts for about ____ of your body weight.
15%
Why is Vitamin C unstable?
degrades on exposure to oxygen
What is the subcutaneous layer made up of?
connective tissue and fat
How does the skin protect against disease?
Forms a barrier against harmful organisms and infection.
small, red pus-filled bumps are a sign of
Rosacea
In what order should skincare products be applied?
cleanser, exfoliant, toner, mask, serums, moisturizer and spf
About ____ % of dust in your home is skin.
50%
What contraindication requires a client to avoid lasers, microdermabrasion, facials, chemical peels, cosmetic surgery, tattoos, piercings, and or waxing for 6 months to a year?
Accutane