Final Review Flashcards
State Board Prep
What term refers to products intended to improve the skin’s health and appearance?
cosmeceuticals
What type of chemical reaction requires the absorption of energy or heat from an external source for the reaction to actually occur?
endothermic
As you work, you should hold your elbows at no more than a __________-degree angle away from your body for extended periods of time.
60
What are platelets?
blood components that contribute to the blood clotting process
What is true about fragrance-free products?
No additional ingredients have been added to provide a fragrance.
When working on a client’s hand, ___________.
have your client reach across to you
A(n) __________ charged ion is called an anion.
negatively
What is the average pH for hair and skin?
5
Which ingredients can be used to treat dehydrated skin?
humectants
What type of shoe is not safe to wear around electrical tools and sharp implements?
open-toe
You use this muscle to smile, but not grin.
levator anguli oris
What will reduce cellulite?
exercise and healthy diet
Oxidation and reduction always occur simultaneously and are referred to as a(n) __________ reaction.
redox
What term refers to skin-freshening lotions with a low alcohol content?
fresheners
What do emulsifiers cause to mix in order to form an emulsion?
oil and water
This type of product does not contain any animal ingredients or animal by-products.
Vegan
Which type of muscle will estheticians work with?
skeletal
What body system affects the growth, development, sexual activities, and health of the body?
endocrine
Why is it important as an esthetician to know about the muscles of the forearm?
to maintain good body mechanics during treatments
What are alpha hydroxy acids?
products that exfoliate by loosening bonds between dead cells
What is the most important part of any treatment or home care regime?
effective for a person’s individual needs
Lack of water is the principal cause of daytime ___________.
fatigue
What is papaya used for?
Exfoliation`
What bone forms the back of the skull?
occipital
