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Largest organ of the body?

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Skin and it has 3 layers which are the epidermis, dermis & subcutaneous

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What are keratinocytes?

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Main cells of the epidermis formed by cell division at its base.

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What is corneocytes?

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Flatten dead keratinocytes that together make up the very outer layer of the epidermis is called the stratum corneum.

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What are melanocytes?

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Produce the pigment melanin that protects against UV radiation & gives skin its color

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What are sweat glands?

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Produce sweat that travels via sweat ducts to openings in the epidermis called pores.( okay a toke in temperature regulation)

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What are hair follicles?

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Pits in which hair grows.( play a role in temperature regulation)

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What are sebaceous glands?

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Produce sebum (an oil) to keep hairs free from dust & bacteria. Sebum & sweat make up the surface film.

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What are the Functions of the skin?

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-provides a protective barrier against mechanical, thermal & physical injury & hazardous substances
-prevents loss of moisture
-reduces harmful effects of UV radiation
-acts as a sensory organ ( touch, detects temperature)
- helps regulate body temperature
- an immune organ to detect infections etc
- production of vitamin D

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Blackheads

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  • open comedones ( open to the air)
  • appear as a black spec on your skin
    -skin debris mixes with sebum- natural oil in your skin- clogging your pores
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Whiteheads

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  • closed comedones
    -the pure is closed off by a layer of skin
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Pustules

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  • contain fluid or pus & show up as large white bumps surrounded by red, inflamed skin
    -most commonly, bacterial growth in clogged follicles causes pustules
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Papules

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  • are solid, raised lesions usually less than one cam in diameter
    -may be a variety of different shapes, colors & sizes
    -start as solid, after a few days they fill up with pus & become a pustule
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Nodules

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  • develops when the pores deeper down in the skin are plugged by dead skin cells & oil
  • results in large, deep lesion that may be visible on the surface if it’s inflamed
    -if they continue to grow larger, they can become a nodule cyst, which is usually painful
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Cysts

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  • considered the most serious type of acne
    -caused by clogged pores beneath the surface of the skin
  • contain fluid or pus & may appear large, red, & are typically painful
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Classic facial

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  • comes with a deep cleansing, extractions of whiteheads & blackheads, a head & neck massage & relaxation

Goal- wake up looking & feeling rested & refreshed

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Microdermabrasion Facial

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  • non invasive cosmetic treatment
  • device used to buff away the top layers of dead skin- depressed scars & discolouration can improve with this facial

Goal- brighter, smoother, more evenly toned skin

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LED Facial

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  • emit a combination of white, red, & blue infrared light
    -lights work on the tone, collagen & bacteria in your skin

Goal- meant to fight against active acne & is ideal for people with sensitive skin

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Decongesting Facial

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-Professional pore digging to remove minor breakouts

Goal- to clear blocked pores & to help dissolve the outer layers of skin for resurfacing & keeping pores clean

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Brightening Facial

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  • including a mixture of acid peels, masks & serums, brightening facials target dark marks ( hyperpigmentation)

Goal- to reduce the discolouration left over from prior acne problems

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Salicylic Acid

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  • penetrates pore
  • dissolves sebum
  • unclogs pore

Best for:

Oily & acne prone skin types

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Glycolic Acid

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  • AHA
  • helps exfoliate
    -brightens

Best for:

Oily & combination skin types

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Lactic Acid

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-AHA
-helps with fine lines
-skin barrier

Best for:

Dry & sensitive skin types

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Niacinamide

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-reduce sebum
-pore care
-acne fighting

Best for:

All skin types

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Retinoid

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  • reduce sebum
    -anti-aging

Strength level:
1) Retinyl Esters
2) Retinol
3) Retinaldehyde
4)Retinoic Acid

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What is a chemical peel?
- a procedure that is used to improve the appearance of the skin - done through the controlled application of chemicals to the skin -comes in various depths & strengths -light chemical peels treat the outer layers of the skin - strong chemical peels penetrate deeper into the skin’s surface - raise the acidity of the skin to around 3.8 PH level -bonds between the skin are broken down, exfoliation occurs as dead skin is removed to reveal healthy skin underneath ( promotes the growth of new, healthy skin cells
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What are the two chemical exfoliants found in chemical peels?
1) Alpha Hydroxy Acids- derived from foods. Ex: critic acid found in citrus fruits & lactic acid is found in sour milk. Exfoliate the skin by loosening the surface layers. Useful in treating uneven skin tone, scarring, hyperpigmentation & acne Most common AHAs - Lactic Acid -Mandelic acid -Malic acid -Citric acid -Glycolic acid 2) Beta Hydroxy Acids-( salicylic acid) works to penetrate the pores of the skin & dissolve the oil, dirt & debris in them. Effective for fighting acne, oily skin & other skin irritations
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Types of chemical peels
- superficial peels-mildest type of chemical peel & can be used on all skin types. Removes only a small part of the epidermis or outer layer of the skin - medium depth peels- penetrates further than superficial peels to remove the epidermis & some of the dermis or underlying middle layer of skin - deep peels - cause a second degree burn to the skin penetrating all the way to the subcutaneous or third & deepest layer of skin
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Alpha Beta Acid Peel
- light peel uses a mild alpha & beta Hydroxy acid formula - no downtime & quick results (“lunchtime peel”) Used to treat - uneven texture - acne scars - breakouts
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Glycolic Acid Peel
- most popular & lightest peel - natural peel derived from sugarcane delivers long lasting results & can help to improve the appearance of uneven skin texture & tone. Used to treat - uneven texture - aging skin
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Salicylic Acid Peel
-light chemical peel that is useful for killing off acne causing bacteria in the skin - peel acts as an antiseptic exfoliate that deeply cleanses the pores of your skin Used to treat -breakouts -acne scars
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Jessner Peel
- mix of acids including lactic, salicylic & resorcinol - depth & aggressiveness of the modified jessner’s peel can be customized depending on the patient’s skincare needs, as it’s applied in multiple layers Used to treat -breakouts -acne scars -hyperpigmentation
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Aftercare of chemical peel
- amount of downtime needed for a chemical peel depends on the strength of the peel -superficial peel can have a quick recovery time of under a week - more aggressive peel that traget deeper layers of the skin may require 1-2 weeks of recovery time - During recovery period, skin may become dry, peel or get irritated
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What is a hydrafacial ?
-Facial treatment using a patented pen- like device to deliver exfoliation, cleansing, extraction, & hydration to the face. - Uses a vortex swirling action to deliver hydration & to remove dead skin, dirt, debris & impurities whilst cleaning & soothing your skin - includes 4 facials treatments rolled in one session
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What are the steps of a hydrafacial?
1) cleansing & exfoliation - dead skin cells are removed to reveal healthy new skin ( lactic, HA & algae) 2) acid peel - helps loosen dirt & debris from pores without irritation ( glycolic & salicylic acid) 3) extractions- painless, automated extractions use vacuum suction to draw out impurities 4) hydration- antioxidants & HA are Vortex-Fused to nourish & protect
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Advantages of hydrafacial
- it’s suitable for most skin conditions -consistent experience & results -no side effects or downtime -time effective -long lasting effects

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