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Intergangeable terms to define the process of removing excess accumulations of dead cells from the corneum layers of the epidermis
superficial peeling, exfoliation, keratolysis, and desquamation
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Mircodermabrasion is an example of what type of exfoliation
mechanical
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Body scrubs is an example of what type of exfoliation?
manual
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Using glycolic acid is an example of what type of exfoliation?
chemical
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More than _____ years ago, ________ used a form of chemical peeling (lactic acid).
5,000; Egyptians
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the rate of cell mitosis and migration from the dermis to the tp of the dermis. This process slows down with age
Cell Renewal Factor (CRF); Cell Turnover Rate
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The keratinized corneum layer is composed of approximately __ to __ layers and varies in thickness in different body areas.
15-20
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While exfoliating is great for the skin, a _________ balance must be maintained, especially for alpidic (dry) skin.
Hydrolipidic
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What peel contains lactic acid, salicylic acid, and resorcinol in an ethanol solvent?
Jessner's peel
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Which of the AHAs penetrates the epidermis most effectively and has the smallest molecular size?
Glycolic acid
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Name 5 AHAs and where they are derived from
- Glycolic- Sugar Cane
- Lactic- Milk
- Tartaric- Grapes
- Citric- Citrus Fruit
- Malic- Apples
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A BHA used to dissolve oil and is used for oily skin and acne. It is derived from sweet birch, willow bark, and wintergreen; Has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties
Salicylic acid
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Average pH of Skin
4.5-5.5
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ingredients added to product to help make them less irritating
Buffering Agents
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In CA, we cannot use acids below what pH?
2.5
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Name a few things you must discuss with your client before a chemical exfoliation service
- Issues/Contraindications
- Explain the Procedures
- Expected Outcome
- Realistic Goals
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Beneficial Ingredients for Mature, sensitive, and dry skin
Glycolic acid, lactic acid, ceramides, hyaluranic acid, phospholipids, linoleic acid, aloe vera, allantoin, kojic acid, licorice root, peptides
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_____ plays a vital role in creating a positive outcome with the microdermabrasion machine.
Technique
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Improper use of microdermabrasion can actually cause....
hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation
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What is the range of wavelengths used in light therapy?
visible, infrared, and far infrared
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LED tchnology is Nonthermal which means...
it does not use heat
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Blue light is used for
acne
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Amber and red light is used for
muscles and healing
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What effect does red light give off
stimulating
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What effect does green light give off
calming
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How long are LEDs used in facials
15 min
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What are some of the growing uses for microampere electrical neuromuscular stimulation
- Healing muscles and wounds
- Controlling Pain
- Fusing Bones
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Wave therapy; devices mimic the way the brain relays messages to the muscles
Microcurrent
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As we age, impulses slow down, causing..
skin to sag
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What technology in esthetics is used for product penetration and for cellulite reduction?
Ultrasound technology
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What effects does Ultrasound provide?
deep-penetrating----stimulates tissue, increase blood flow, and promotes oxygenation
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What process using ultrasound to send waves through the skin assisting in product penetration?
sonophoresis(similar to iontophoresis)
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2 interchangable terms for exfoliation
polishes and glows
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spa treatment that uses water in its 3 forms (ie, steam, and liquid)
Hydrotherapy
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treatment of physical ailmetns using therapeutic water baths
Balneotherapy
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Name different ingredients used in therapeutic water baths called baneotherapy
- Mineral
- mud or fango
- dead sea salt
- seaweed
- enzymes
- peat
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technique performed on feet, hands, and ears to correspond to body zones causing relaxation, increased circulation, and balance
Reflexology
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concepts based on the 3 doshas
Ayurvedic
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What are doshas
mind and body types
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Ayurvedic treatments include...
- Shirodhara
- massage and facials using acient Indian concepts and ingredients
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What are the 3 body/mind types
pitta, kapha, and vatta
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appears as dimpled or bumpy skin caused primarily by female hormones and genetics
Cellulite
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How do you reduce and repair cellulite?
Keep collagen and elastin healthy. Cells and connective tissue need to be strengthened and hydrated through nutrients and water intake
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How can you make surgery less traumatic and shorten the recovery time for the client?
Getting the skin in its optimum state and healthy as possible by increasing the skin;s metabolism and reducing cellular debris on the surface are part of condtioning the skin
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Nonablative procedures
do not remove tissue; no blade
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Sources for collagen
human or animal; synthetic sources: silicone and hyaluronic acids(HAs)
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Reconstructive surgery
"restoring a bodily function." Necessary for accident survivors and those with congenital disfigurements or other diseases
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esthetic surgery; elective surgery for improving and altering the appearance
Cosmetic surgery
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eye lift; removes fat and skin from the upper and lower lids, making them less baggy and crinkled-looking
Blepharosplasty
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When can an eye lift be covered by insurance
sagging eyelids impede on a patient's ability to see
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minimizes varicose veins (dilated blood vessels) and other varicosities by injecting chemical agents into the affected areas
Sclerotherapy
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