Skin Layers
What is the outermost layer of the skin?
Stratum Corneum
What is hyperpigmentation ?
Excess melanin causing dark spots
Which muscle closes the eyelids?
Orbicularis Oculi
According to TDLR, which skin layer can estheticians legally work on?
Epidermis only
Which layer contains collagen and elastin?
Dermis
Which epidermal layer is found on the palms and soles?
Stratum Lucidum
Which skin disorder is characterized by redness and dilated capillaries?
Rosacea
Which muscle raises the eyebrows ?
Frontalis
T or F: Texas estheticians dermal injections.
FALSE
Which skin layer is made mostly of adipose tissue?
Hypodermis
Which layer contains melanocytes
Stratum Basale
What type of lesion is pus-filled?
Pustule
Which muscle is used for chewing ?
Masseter
How many hours of training are required for esthetician licensure in Texas?
750 hours
Which muscle is also known as the kissing muscle ?
Orbicularis Oris
Which layer is responsible for cell division? (Mitosis)
Stratum Basale
What is the medical term for a fungal infection of the skin?
Tinea
Which muscle encircles the mouth and allows puckering?
Orbicularis Oris
Which agency regulates estheticians in Texas?
TDLR ~ Texas department of licensing & regulation
Which TWO skin conditions often worsens with stress and diet?
Dermatitis AND rosacea
List the 5 layers of the epidermis in order from deep to superficial
Basale > Spinosum > Granulosum > Lucidum > Corneum
What causes contact dermatitis?
An allergic reaction or irritant exposure
Which muscle pulls the corners of the mouth upward (smiling)?
Zygomaticus major
Name on procedure outside an Estis scope of practice in Texas
Examples: microneedling into the dermis, injectable’s, ablative lasers
Create your own acronym to remember the epidermis layers.
Example: B-ig S-mart G-irls L-ove C-ake