Midterm

Question 1

The earliest beauty preparations, which have been instrumental in determining how materials ate used today, include____________?

Answer 1

Color formulations

Question 2

The historical age which discouraged makeup the most was____________?

Answer 2

The Victorian Age

Question 3

What is the circulatory system?

Answer 3

The system that controls the steady movement of blood through the body

Question 4

What system is primarily responsible for passing the genetic code from one generation to the next?

Answer 4

Reproductive System

Question 5

What does the term digestion refer to?

Answer 5

The breakdown of food by mechanical and chemical means

Question 6

Before human cells can grow and reproduce, they need______________?

Answer 6

The ability to eliminate waste products

Question 7

Joints come in two types__________?

Answer 7

Moveable and immovable

Question 8

What secretion is produce by an endocrine gland?

Answer 8

A hormone

Question 9

What is a function of both the lymphatic and the circulatory systems?

Answer 9

Carry fluids

Question 10

What gland requires iodine in the diet in order to function properly?

Answer 10

Thyroid Gland

Question 11

Sunburns and cancer are caused by____________ rays?

Answer 11

UVB

Question 12

Skin is strengthened by a protein substance of complex fibers called_____________?

Answer 12

Collagen

Question 13

What is microcirculation?

Answer 13

The circulation of blood from the heart to the arterioles, capillaries, venues, and the back to the heart

Question 14

Where does cell mitosis occur?

Answer 14

Stratum Germinativum

Question 15

Evaporation, perspiration, radiation, and insulation all help the skin with_________?

Answer 15

Heat regulation

Question 16

What do the natural antioxidants in the skin help to prevent damage from?

Answer 16

Free radicals

Question 17

Someone with impetigo likely has________?

Answer 17

clusters of small blisters or crusty lesions filled with bacteria

Question 18

Steatomas usually appear on the _______________?

Answer 18

Scalp, neck, and back

Question 19

Adrenaline helps the body to___________?

Answer 19

Cope with stressful events

Question 20

Acne is a condition in which_______________?

Answer 20

Is a disorder of the sebaceous glands

Question 21

What is true of a tan?

Answer 21

It is caused by exposure to the sun

Question 22

The itchy feeling that often accompanies contact dermatitis is caused by___________?

Answer 22

Histamines

Question 23

Dermatitis is best defined as___________?

Answer 23

An inflammatory condition of the skin

Question 24

A clients nails would be brittle if they had______________________?

Answer 24

Onychomycosis

Question 25

A T-Zone is___________?

Answer 25

The center are of the face corresponding to the T shape

Question 26

What term is best described as a discoloration from melanin production due to sun or other factors?

Answer 26

Hyperpigmentation

Question 27

Before performing any service, estheticians must have a full awareness of______________?

Answer 27

The client’s skin type

Question 28

What is true of Fitzpatrick skin types 5 and 6?

Answer 28

It requires more exfoliation

Question 29

What is the main extrinsic cause of aging?

Answer 29

Sun Damage

Question 30

One example of something which has an extrinsic effect on the skin is__________?

Answer 30

Air quality

Question 31

The kind of diet that is best for the skin is___________?

Answer 31

Balanced

Question 32

What is contraindicated for a client who is taking oral steroids?

Answer 32

Waxing

Question 33

Which is necessary for all skin care professionals who work with products?

Answer 33

Have a thorough understanding of of the chemical formulation for each product

Question 34

The two most important laws pertaining to cosmetic sales in the US are?

Answer 34

Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C) Fair Packaging and Labeling Act (FPLA)

Question 35

How is the actual monetary value of a product BEST determined?

Answer 35

Breaking the purchase price down into a weekly budget

Question 36

An estheticians back and shoulders will benefit the most from______________?

Answer 36

A stool

Question 37

A technician who is finished with a service will perform what function last?

Answer 37

Disinfecting

Question 38

The mold prestigious qualification for an esthetician is_____________?

Answer 38

CIDESCO diploma

Question 39

What is the best advice to follow when interacting with a client?

Answer 39

Listen carefully before responding

Question 40

In an espresso facial, the most time consuming procedure is___________?

Answer 40

Exfoliation

Question 41

The use of the steamer should take___________?

Answer 41

At least 10 minutes

Question 42

What treatment program is appropriate for oily skin?

Answer 42

Galvanic current, steam, and extractions

Question 43

An esthetician would typically not massage a clients _________?

Answer 43

Back

Question 44

If an esthetician performs petrissage 3 times on the left side of a clients neck she should perform_____________?

Answer 44

Petrissage 3 times on the right side of the clients neck

Question 45

Clients with dry skin would most benefit from massage products that are_____________?

Answer 45

Herbal and cream based

Question 46

Before lifting hands from the face of a client, the esthetician uses the technique known as__________________?

Answer 46

Feathering

Question 47

Hot towels are the most effective in____________?

Answer 47

The removal of facial masks

Question 48

A high frequency machine___________?

Answer 48

May be louder than other machines

Question 49

The part of the pilosebaceous unit most responsible for healthy-looking hair is the____________?

Answer 49

Hair papilla

Question 50

What is divided into 3 parts: cuticle, cortex, and medulla?

Answer 50

Hair shaft

Question 51

What is the most common hair removal technique used by estheticians?

Answer 51

Waxing

Question 52

Before the waxing process begins, ________ should be removed to prevent irritation.

Answer 52

Makeup

Question 53

Soft waxes are removed by an esthetician who______________?

Answer 53

Uses strips to remove the wax while it is still warm

Question 54

Unlike hard wax, soft wax can be used in _____________?

Answer 54

Blending

Question 55

Soft wax is best used on ___________?

Answer 55

The legs

Question 56

The gloves used during waxing must NOT be__________?

Answer 56

Latex

Question 57

When is hard wax on the eyebrow ready to be removed?

Answer 57

When the wax is opaque

Question 58

What does the application of either hard or soft wax to the axilla involve?

Answer 58

The client raising one arm above the shoulder and pulling breast tissue away with the other hand

Question 59

An aspect of applying soft wax to the axilla that does not generally pertain to hard waxing of the same area is___________?

Answer 59

Evaluating the directions of growth on each axilla separately

Question 60

When performing an American bikini wax with soft wax, the wax strip application should be_________?

Answer 60

2 to 3 inches wide and 4 to 6 inches long

Question 61

The term hue means_________?

Answer 61

Any color in its purest form

Question 62

What product defines the shape of the lip?

Answer 62

Lip Liner

Question 63

Because of the way it is used, what type of product is most vulnerable to contamination?

Answer 63

Testers

Question 64

A bold makeup look would be most effective at_______?

Answer 64

A formal evening event

Question 65

During a professional makeup application, the step that immediately follows cleansing the clients skin is_____________?

Answer 65

Applying toner

Question 66

What is the correct order for performing the procedure of tinting brows?

Answer 66

Cream, tint, developer

Question 67

Chemical exfoliation does NOT typically result in_____________?

Answer 67

Dry skin

Question 68

Microdermabrasion would be a good choice for_________?

Answer 68

Clients who are wrinkled

Question 69

What is the most important thing to know about light therapy?

Answer 69

The equipment should be selected based on skin type and condition to be treated

Question 70

Photodynamic therapy is usually used for_____________?

Answer 70

Actinic keratoses

Question 71

What does Microcurrent directly target, when used for esthetic purposes?

Answer 71

Muscles

Question 72

In esthetics, ultrasound is usually used for_________?

Answer 72

cellulite reduction

Question 73

The treatment that uses a vacuum massage to treat cellulite is called?

Answer 73

Endermology

Question 74

Cellulite is most effectively minimized with_________________?

Answer 74

Exercise

Question 75

Most Botox injections take place_____________?

Answer 75

Between the eyes