The Skin
Modalities
Skin Analysis
Miscellaneous
Skin Diseases & Disorders
200

averages between 4.5 to 5.5

what is the pH of the skin?
200

this non-thermal technology is used in treating acne.

what is LED?

200

this skin type will appear tight & flaky with small pores.

what is dry skin?

200

this is the main method of epilation.

what is waxing?

200
a small elevation of skin similar to a vesicle in size and shape, but contains pus.

what is a pustule?

300

another name for the integumentary system.

what is the skin?

300
success of this treatment is dependent upon proper use of the hand piece, rate of crystal flow, and vacuum setting.

what is microdermabrasion?

300
reactions that may happen during or after a treatment are known as:

what are contra-actions?

300

slows down to about 42-84 days after age 50.

what is the average rate of cell turnover?

300

the result of the melanocyte dying and not producing any pigment.

what is hypopigmentation?

500

the epidermis and the dermis.

what are the layers of the skin?

500
superficial peeling, and desquamation are treatments for removing the excessive accumulation of dead cells from this layer.

where is the stratum corneum?

500

this skin type has been identified as having no blackheads or blemishes, smooth skin texture and small pores.

what is normal skin?

500

this is used to create a blank canvas.

what is foundation?

500

DAILY DOUBLE!!!

this can appear raised, solid, inflamed, swollen and itchy. Shows white (blanches) when touched.

what is a wheal?

750

this layer is found directly below the dermis.

what is the subcutaneous layer? 

750

this will calm and/or soothe nerve endings.

what is cataphoresis?

750

this Fitzpatrick skin type is common among people of the Middle Eastern decent

what is Type V?
750

this color light is considered stimulating when using therapeutic lamps for color therapy.

what is red?

750
mechanical abrasion or injury to the epidermis will result in this.

what is an excoriation?

1000

the epidermis consists of the stratum corneum, stratum basale, stratum granulosum, stratum spinosum and _______.

what is the stratum lucidum?

1000

benefits of this treatment include stimulates tissues and increases blood flow and oxygenation, assists in product penetration, and uses a science called sonophoresis.

what is ultrasound technology?

1000

this causes the acid mantel and barrier function not as healthy in dry skin.

what is a lack of lipids?

1000

this term refers to ingredients designed to dissolve keratin on the surface of the skin.

what are enzymes?

1000
an abnormal mass of tissue in the skin that can be fluid-filled or solid and usually has an irregular shape.

what is a tumor?