ADVANCED MODALITIES
What treatment uses sound waves to clean and hydrate the skin, and includes cavitation and sonophoresis?
Ultrasonic
Pregnancy, pacemaker, and epilepsy are all contraindications for what electrical facial treatment?
Microcurrent
What is the outermost layer of the epidermis where desquamation occurs?
Stratum Corneum
What class of ingredients attracts water to the skin and softens its surface?
HUMECTANTS
Which dosha is associated with air and ether and governs movement?
Vata
What treatment sprays fine crystals or uses a diamond tip to exfoliate the skin and uses vacuum suction?
Microdermabrasion
What exfoliation method is contraindicated for clients with rosacea or recent laser treatments?
Microdermabrasion
What cells in the basal layer are responsible for pigment production?
Melanocytes
Which AHA is derived from sugar cane?
Glycolic Acid
What essential oil is safe for acne treatment during pregnancy and is antifungal and antibacterial?
Tea Tree oil
What exfoliating solution includes lactic acid, salicylic acid, and resorcinol in an ethanol base?
Jessner Solution
What ingredient is contraindicated during pregnancy because it is potentially systemic?
Salicylic Acid
What is the most abundant protein in the dermis that gives it strength?
Collagen
What is also known as Vitamin A
Retinol
What holistic practice uses energy centers called chakras and includes Reiki and marma points?
Ayurveda
Which laser wavelength targets melanin and operates at 755nm?
Alexandrite
Which body treatment is contraindicated for clients with iodine allergies?
Seaweed Wrap
Which gland in the endocrine system controls circadian rhythm and produces melatonin?
Pineal Gland
What delivery system slowly releases active ingredients and is often found in acne products?
What are Microsponges
What body therapy uses seawater for circulation and detoxification?
Thalassotherapy
What is the photobiochemical reaction that uses LED light to stimulate ATP?
Photomodulation
What modality must be avoided under the eyebrows due to the risk of ocular damage?
Laser Treatments
Which phase of hair growth is the most effective for hair removal?
Anagen Phase
What is the only FDA-approved active ingredient for sunless tanners?
dihydroxyacetone (DHA)
Which light color in LED therapy is used for wound healing and collagen stimulation?
Red