Skin conditions

Question 1

Pustules

Answer 1

• small elevation of the skin filled with pus ( bacterial infection)
• known as a pimple
• often associated with oily or combo skin and may appear close to or during the menstrual cycle

Question 2

Papules

Answer 2

• elevation of the skin that does not contain pus
• usually painful
• known as blind pimple
• often associated with oily or combo skin or may appear close to or during the menstrual cycle

Question 3

Comedones

Answer 3

• occur when sebum becomes trapped in the follicle by dead skin cells
• known as blackhead
• colour is a result of oxidation
• main cause is due to excess keratinisation
• often associated with combo or oily skin but may also occur as a result of a lack of exfoliation

Question 4

Milia

Answer 4

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Question 5

Acne

Question 6

Sensitive

Answer 6

• usually has high colouring ( often found in cheek area) and often associated with dry skin
• skin is fragile, thin, lacks natural lipids and is easily irritated
• easily flushed
• skin feels warm to the touch and dilated capillaries are evident on cheek area
• highly reactive to cosmetic preparations ( itching, flaking, reddening or flushing )
• associated with fair skin and red haired

Question 7

Treatment of sensitive skin

Answer 7

• avoid irritation of the skin by not using products containing alcohol, fragrancesactive and the use of hypo-allergenic products is advisable
• try and identify the sensitivities and avoid products like this
• aim to reduce inflammation and strengthen the skins immunity, reduce signs of redness

Question 8

Mature

Question 9

Dehydration

Question 10

Dilated capillaries

Question 11

Hyperpigmentation