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CHAPTER 23: FACIALS Flashcards

1
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When removing a cleanser from the eye area, it should be done with damp facial sponges or cotton pads _________.

a. in upward and outward movements
b. in down and across movements
c. with back and forth movements
d. in circular movements

A

a. in upward and outward movements

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When performing a skin analysis with a magnifying lamp, the first thing the technician should look for is the presence or absence of ____________.

a. closed comedones
b. visible pores
c. evaporated cells
d. oily skin area

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b. visible pores

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Skin that may be flaky or dry looking, with small, fine lines and wrinkles is characterized as ____________.

a. dehydrated
b. oily
c. normal
d. sensitive

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a. dehydrated

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4
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Oily skin or skin that produces too much sebum may appear shiny or greasy and have ___________.

a. even pore distribution
b. small pores
c. flakes
d. large pores

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d. large pores

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5
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When a follicle becomes clogged, resulting in an infection of the follicle, it is caused by a type of acne bacteria called ___________.

a. hydrating bacteria
b. sebumatic bacteria
c. anaerobic becateria
d. aerobic bacteria

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c. anaerobic bacteria

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6
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Red pimples that do not have a pus head are referred to as __________.

a. elastin pimples
b. acne papules
c. pustules
d. moles

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b. acne papules

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Which of these is a skin condition caused by sun exposure or hormone imbalances resulting in dark blotches of color on areas of the skin?

a. hypertrichosis
b. acne
c. dehydration
d. hyperpigmentation

A

d. hyperpigmentation

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8
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Which of these is a chronic hereditary disorder indicated by constant or frequent facial blushing?

a. rosacea
b. tinea
c. acne
d. albinism

A

a. rosacea

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9
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Cosmetology professionals must not perform treatments that remove beyond the ___________.

a. subcutaneous tissue
b. stratum dermis
c. stratum corneum
d. dermal layer

A

c. stratum corneum

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10
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Which of these is a gentle, natural occurring exfoliation acid that helps dissolve the bonds and intercellular cement between cells?

a. alpha hydroxy acid
b. microdermabrasion
c. enzyme peel
d. cryogenic acid

A

a. alpha hydroxy acid

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11
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A ______ is a concentrated product designed to penetrate the skin and treat various skin conditions and is applied under a moisturizer or sunscreen?

a. gommage
b. tonic
c. mask
d. serum

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d. serum

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12
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The thin, open-meshed fabric of loosely woven cotton that is used to hold the mask on the face is called ______.

a. mask padding
b. microsilk
c. gauze
d. a pledget

A

c. gauze

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13
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Which massage movement is a light, continuous stroking movement applied in a slow, rhythmic manner with the fingers or palms?

a. tapotement
b. petrissage
c. kneading
d. effleurage

A

d. effleurage

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Which of these is a form of petrissage in which the tissue is grasped, gently lifted, and spread out?

a. fulling
b. rolling
c. friction
d. chucking

A

a. fulling

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15
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What is the most stimulating form of massage that should be applied with care and discretion?

a. fulling
b. stroking
c. tapotement
d. chucking

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c. tapotement

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16
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The point on the skin that covers the muscle where pressure or stimulation will cause contraction of the muscle is referred to as the ___________.

a. insertion point
b. motor point
c. origin point
d. connection point

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b. motor point

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17
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When using a brushing machine to perform an exfoliation, the skin should be treated with a ____________.

a. thin layer of cleanser or moisturizer
b. fairly thick layer of cleanser or moisturizer
c. strong toner
d. astringent lotion

A

b. fairly thick later of cleanser or moisturizer

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18
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The process of softening and emulsifying hardened sebum stuck in the follicles is called ______.

a. massage therapy
b. passive therapy
c. desincrustation
d. electrotherapy

A

c. desincrustation

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19
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The process of using galvanic current to enable water-soluble products that contain ions to penetrate the skin is called _________.

a. iontophoresis
b. micropenetration
c. cathodization
d. extraction

A

a. iontophoresis

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20
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The therapeutic use of plant aromas for beauty and health treatment is _________.

a. oil therapy
b. scentification
c. electrotherapy
d. aromatherapy

A

d. aromatherapy

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21
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If you use harsh scrubs on sensitive skin, it can ___________.

a. aggravate redness
b. affect the circulation
c. cause severe blistering
d. cause bruising

A

a. aggravate redness

22
Q

Sun-damaged skin if often confused with ___________.

a. sensitive skin
b. inflamed skin
c. aging skin
d. hypopigmented skin

A

c. aging skin

23
Q

Salon AHA exfoliants should never be used unless the client has been using 10 percent AHA products at home for ________ prior tot he higher concentration salon treatment, has no contraindications for exfoliation treatment, and is using a daily facial sunscreen product.

a. at least one week
b. at least two weeks
c. no more than one week
d. no more than two weeks

A

b. at least two weeks

24
Q

Compared to day-use products, night treatments are usually ___________.

a. lighter
b. equal in weight
c. less intensive
d. more intensive

A

d. more intensive

25
Q

One of the biggest benefits of massage is that it _____________.

a. causes client’s skin to tense, opening the pores
b. eliminates the need for treatment products
c. increases product absorption
d. decreases the conditioning effect of treatment products

A

c. increases product absorption

26
Q

Clay-based masks are oil-absorbing cleansing masks that have an exfoliating and _____ effect on oily and combination skin.

a. smoothing
b. astringent
c. mosturizing
d. loosening

A

b. astringent

27
Q

Alginate masks are often _____ based.

a. seaweed
b. aloe
c. sand
d. vegetable

A

a. seaweed

28
Q

Ingredients that attract water are known as ____________.

a. humectants
b. emollients
c. serums
d. astringent

A

a. humectants

29
Q

An ___________ is a hair follicle impacted with solidified sebum and dead cell buildup that appears as small bumps just underneath the skin’s surface.

a. ostium
b. gommage
c. open comedone
d. closed comedone

A

d. closed comedone

30
Q

Which type of mask contains special crystals of gypsum?

a. parrafin wax mask
b. modelage mask
c. cream mask
d. friction mask

A

b. modelage mask

31
Q

Which of these terms refers to a lack of lipids?

a. exfoliant
b. couperose
c. alipidic
d. prolipidic

A

c. alipidic

32
Q

Lotions that help rebalance the pH and remove remnants of cleanser from the skin are called ___________.

a. serums
b. toners
c. moisturizers
d. exfoliants

A

b. toners

33
Q

A __________ is an applicator for directing the electric current from a machine to the client’s skin.

a. electrode
b. amperage
c. wringer
d. ampoule

A

a. electrode

34
Q

The opening of a follicle is called the _____________.

a. anode
b. hackle
c. ostium
d. follicle end

A

c. ostium

35
Q

Which of these is a type of chemical exfoliant that works by dissolving keratin protein in the surface cells of the skin?

a. microdermabrasion
b. tapotement
c. desincrustation
d. enzyme peel

A

d. enzyme peel

36
Q

A _______ is an individual dose of serum contained in a small vial.

a. ampoule
b. cathode
c. ostium
d. anode

A

a. ampoule

37
Q

The rapid shaking of the body part while the balls of the fingertips are pressed firmly on the point of application is called _________.

a. hacking
b. vibration
c. slapping
d. petrissage

A

b. vibration

38
Q

Products used to physically remove dead cell buildup are called __________.

a. steamers
b. electrodes
c. mechanical exfoliants
d. chemical exfoliants

A

c. mechanical exfoliants

39
Q

The manual or mechanical manipulation of the body by rubbing, gently pinching, kneading, tapping, and other movements is called __________.

a. telangiectasias
b. massage
c. iontophoresis
d. microcurrent

A

b. massage

40
Q

Which of these terms refers to a condition that requires avoiding certain treatments, procedures, or products to prevent undesirable side effects?

a. effleurage
b. counter-treatment
c. compensation
d. contraindication

A

d. contraindication

41
Q

A _______ is a peeling cream that is rubbed off of the skin.

a. alpha hydroxy acid
b. cleansing milk
c. gommage
d. humectant

A

c. gommage

42
Q

Which of these conditions in which areas of the skin have distended capillaries and diffuse redness?

a. couperose
b. iontophoresis
c. albinism
d. hyperpigmentation

A

a. couperose

43
Q

Electrical treatments are contraindicated on clients __________.

a. who take isotretinoin
b. who take differin
c. with asthma
d. with metal bone pins in the body

A

d. with metal bone pins in the body

44
Q

The cosmetologist should avoid wearing which type of jewelry while administering a facial treatment?

a. earrings
b. rings
c. a necklace
d. an anklet

A

b. rings

45
Q

Mild exfoliation will ____________.

a. make the skin more oily
b. decrease the skin’s moisture content
c. decrease elasticity
d. reduce hyperpigmentation

A

d. reduce hyperpigmentation

46
Q

Moisturizers for oily skin are most often in __________.

a. lotion
b. gel
c. powder
d. spray

A

a. lotion

47
Q

Modelage masks __________ and are very beneficial for dry, mature skin.

a. are recommended for oily skin
b. increase blood circulation
c. should be applied to the lower neck
d. are appropriate for clients with hypertension

A

b. increase blood circulation

48
Q

When performing petrissage _________.

a. your movements should be confined to the face and neck
b. you should apply a great deal of pressure
c. you lift, squeeze, and press the tissue
d. your movements should be jerky

A

c. you lift, squeeze, and press the tissue

49
Q

Which type of massage involves grasping the flesh firmly in one hand and moving the hand up and down along the bone while the other hand keeps the arm or leg in a steady position?

a. wringing
b. chucking
c. rolling
d. tapotement

A

b. chucking

50
Q

Hacking is performed with which part of the hands?

a. the fingertips
b. the backs
c. the palms
d. the edges

A

d. the edges

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