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State Board Esthetician Exam
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1. Ethmoid
An experiment that does not change behavior
Raised lesion with a flat surface
Inflammation of the skin caused by direct contact with an irritating or allergy-causing substance (irrant or allergen)
Bone between eye sockets
2. Non-inflammatory
An experiment that does not change behavior
Heart - pumps blood
Articles other than food intendedto affect the structure of any function of the body
The impaction is neither red nor inflammed
3. Disinfectant
A viral infection of the skin
Antibacterial - antiseptic - ant-inflammatory - keratolytic - kills p.acne
Lower jawbone
Chemicals that kill a majority of pathogenic microorganisms
4. Maxilla
Red yellow blue
Upper jawbone
White blood cells formed in the lymphatic tissue thru out the body
Elisa - western blot test
5. Impetigo
Reduce strength
Skin infected caused by bacteria. Usually the cause is staphylococcal(staph) but sometimes streptococcus(strep).
Heart - pumps blood
Chemical within the drug that causes physiological changes
6. Mandible
Lower jawbone
Two different elements or compounds that are mixed together
Chemical agents that inhibit the growth of microorganisms in cosmetics
Pineapple-derivative of enzyme
7. Hypoallergenic Cosmetics
Generally manufactured without the use of certain ingredients that are known to frequently cause allergic reactions
Uses methods of physical contact to literally scrape or bump cells off the skin
This tissue is the primary concern for the esthetician
Relaxing and calm- blue - green - violet - grey
8. Immune System
Bodys mechanism for fighting disease
Stiches
A popular treatment - therapeutic use of plants for beauty and health purposes
Every 2 weeks
9. Cellulitis Symptoms/Signs
Common - benign -superficial cutaneous fungal infection usually characterized by hypopigmented or hyperpigmented macules and patches on the chest and the back
Thin layer of tissue- this is how the nail plate and nail bed are attached
Area of skin redness or swelling that gets larger - tight glossy look to the skin - pain or tenderness - skin rash that happens suddenly and grows quickly -signs of infection include: fever - chills - and muscle aches
In normal adults they makeup 22-28% of the total number of Leukocytes in the circulating blood
10. Stances in massage
Deepest type of chemical peeling performed by a esthetician
Mixing and matching treatments
Horse - archer
Used in a body treatment for stimulating and detoxifying
11. Phaeophyta
HIV - Hepatitis - Syphilis
Chemicals that kill a majority of pathogenic microorganisms
Blood and metabolic stimulation
Federal agency that regulates the cosmetic industry
12. Wheal
White spots appearing on the nail
Hive histamines are released in the body
Cell membrane can let certain substances "in" the body for example food - water and oxygen. It can also let "out" certain substances such as carbon dioxude and waste materials
Wound that is a bruise
13. Neutron
Particles that make up the nucleus of an atom- no charge
Type of crystals that can be used for microderm- benefits: less irritation - stable - hard - inert
Raised growths on the skin. Means greasy and keratosis means thickening of the skin
Thickening of the tissue
14. Conditions you would not use brushing machine - microderm - or any harsh chemical peels
Hyperpigmentation - aging - acne
Removes the entire epidermis
Autoimmune deficiency syndrome
Couperose skin - fragile - thin skin - patients taking Accutane
15. Warm colors
Get keloids easily - hyperpigmentation easily - can be sensitive - age slowly
Bright - attention getting reds - orange - pink - yellow - coral - brown
Relaxing and calm- blue - green - violet - grey
Ringworm of the feet
16. Papules
Chemical within the drug that causes physiological changes
Cherry angioma raised red bump - easily felt
Scientific use of water as a treatment of injuries - diseases - or mental well being
Physical bumping of the skin
17. Sugaring
Water solube - clean to work with - uses only natural ingredients - it grips the coarse facial hair leaving the fine hairs - it can be used at very low temps - sticks to hair not skin - less stick to work without waxing
Inert - acts as a sunscreen - camouglages imperfections - light and all purpose - skin friendly
Falling out
Common - benign -superficial cutaneous fungal infection usually characterized by hypopigmented or hyperpigmented macules and patches on the chest and the back
18. Loupe
Same as magnifying glass
1. Sodium Hydrochloride(household bleach) 2. Formaldehyde
Movement should come from this part of the body
Center for Disease Control
19. Endocrine system
Regulates hormone producing glands
Center for Disease Control
Granular scrubs - brush machine - luffa
Thin layer of tissue- this is how the nail plate and nail bed are attached
20. Matter
Anything that takes up space and has substance
Skin infected caused by bacteria. Usually the cause is staphylococcal(staph) but sometimes streptococcus(strep).
Bond between atoms sharing electrons
Movement
21. AMP
Genetically inherited disease-excess oil secreted by trhe sebaceous glands. Cells that clog the pores - trapping oil in the follicle
Makes up the bones of the body
Freckle larger than 1 cm
Measure of the amount of current flowing into a circuit
22. Layering
Mixing and matching treatments
Infection of the skin that may affect any part of the body. Usually appears on the lower legs or face
Hydroquinone - kojic acid - mulberry
Pledge that physicians make in order to become licensed
23. Ichthyosis
(hair growth phase)- transition or shrieveling phase
Pineapple-derivative of enzyme
Thickeness of the stratum corneum - large buildup of dead skin cells - excessively oily skin - temperature of the skin
Skin is dry and scaly like a fish; build up of keratinous cells
24. Granular scrubs- how long should you scrub the face?
1-2 min
Sweat gland
Falling out
Ringworm of the feet
25. Collagen
Stress - Overactive Sebaceous Glands - Dead Skin cell accummulation - Bacteria and Inflammation - Comedogenic ingredients
A nodule is a raised lesion that is larger and deeper in the skin than a papule
Cleansing milks made mostly of water for sensitive and dry skin
Protein that makes up 70% of the weight of the skin
26. Lymph
White blood cells formed in the lymphatic tissue thru out the body
Water solube - clean to work with - uses only natural ingredients - it grips the coarse facial hair leaving the fine hairs - it can be used at very low temps - sticks to hair not skin - less stick to work without waxing
Constantly bathes the various tissues of the body.removes the waste/toxins in the body
Non inflammatory acne lesions usually called blackheads
27. Skin Tags
A sprayer that sprays a cool - fine mist - food for sensitive skin and hydration for all skin types
Common - acquired - benign skin growths that look like a small piece of soft - hanging skin.
First stage of comedo formation; a comedoso small that it can be seen only with a microscope
A lower pH will make a peel more active
28. Hot Wax
Couperose skin - fragile - thin skin - patients taking Accutane
Works well onto small patches of strong coarse hair - the wax gets a better grip of the hair than warm wax - it does not leave a sticky residue like warm wax - it is good for removing shorter hairs - possibly more suited for sensitive skin - less red
Cancer causing
Bovine (pig or cow) derivative of enzyme
29. Emulsion cleansers
Cleansing milks made mostly of water for sensitive and dry skin
Back - cellulite - hand - arm - foot
Systemic disease - clients undergoing chemo - vascular problems - pregnancy - daibetic - swelling - infection - lumps - bumps - any unstable health condition
Physical bumping of the skin
30. Hyperpigmentation Examples
Melasma - and Chloasma
Back - cellulite - hand - arm - foot
Raised scar
Every 2 weeks
31. Virus
Colors that are opposite one another on the color wheel
A nodule is a raised lesion that is larger and deeper in the skin than a papule
Stiches
Tiny particle that must live on a host cell.Capable of infesting almost all plants and animals -including bacteria
32. Rhinoplasty
Potential hydrogen
Nose job
Gives skin its strength and found in the reticular dermis
Two different elements or compounds that are mixed together
33. The most important indicator in the treatment room of skin type?
Evaluating skin response to UV light
Nerves that allow you to feel pain - heat and cold - pressure and touch
Aging - longer more intense ray - penetrates the reticular dermis
Allergies - rosacea - acne - psoriasis - cancer
34. Rhodophyta
Contains highly balancing emollient algae
Extractions - microderm - mani/pedi - waxing
Articles intended to be rubbed - poured or sprinkled to the human body for cleansing - beautifying or promotion attractiveness
Chemical within the drug that causes physiological changes
35. Universal and Standard Precautions
Most modern machines are closed systems that do not allow particulate emission
Uses methods of physical contact to literally scrape or bump cells off the skin
Treat all body fluids as they were/are contagious
Freckle larger than 1 cm
36. Symptoms of Impetigo
Small blisters that expand and rupture within 24 hrs. Yellow fluid that drains and forms a honey colored crust
Breaks down food and secretes waste
Raised scar
A nodule is a raised lesion that is larger and deeper in the skin than a papule
37. Rhytidectomy
Facelift
A popular treatment - therapeutic use of plants for beauty and health purposes
Effects the epidermis (stratum corneum)
Procedures used for accidental injuries orother physcial deformities ex: skin cancer removal - nose job
38. Antibiotics
Common acne- inflammatory condition of the sebaceous glands of the skin. Consits of red - elevated areas on the skin that may develop into pustules and even futher into cyst that can cause scarring
The path a current takes as it moves thru a system
Drugs that are made from extracts of living organisms that simply kill bacteria
Known as the botox place - stops the forehead from scowling
39. Why do estheticians need to understand basic chemistry?
Stress - Overactive Sebaceous Glands - Dead Skin cell accummulation - Bacteria and Inflammation - Comedogenic ingredients
Common - benign -superficial cutaneous fungal infection usually characterized by hypopigmented or hyperpigmented macules and patches on the chest and the back
Sun damage; pre cancerous( can become squamous cell carcinoma). Sharp - rough and prickly
To better communicate with clients about better skincare and cosmetics
40. Friction
Blisters
Smallest possible unit of an element
Nerves that allow you to feel pain - heat and cold - pressure and touch
Deeper faster effleurage - increases blood circulation
41. General Plastic Surgeons
Perform all types of reconstructive and cosmetic surgery
Pathogenic is disease causing while non-pathogenic is non disease causing.
Ringworm of the feet
Guard Cells that Constantly Patrol the Epidermis
42. Common factors that trigger acne
Severe itching - swelling - severe redness
The largest organ of the body
Stress - Overactive Sebaceous Glands - Dead Skin cell accummulation - Bacteria and Inflammation - Comedogenic ingredients
Process of using barrier and intercellular compatible materials like lipids to better penetrate ingredients
43. Superficial Peeling
Effects the epidermis (stratum corneum)
Blisters
Crack in skin
Allows other structures to move around inside the cell
44. Pressure in microderm
Scientific use of water as a treatment of injuries - diseases - or mental well being
Viral skin infection that causes raised - pearl-like papules or nodules on the skin
Medium pressure should be used when holding the hand piece against the skin
Colors that are opposite one another on the color wheel
45. Brightening Ingredients
Bearberry extract - licorice extract - azeliac acid - kojic acid -mulberry extractg - asafetida - magnesium ascorbyl phosphate - ascorbyl glucosamine - arbutin
Articles intended to be rubbed - poured or sprinkled to the human body for cleansing - beautifying or promotion attractiveness
Tinea versicolor- yeast infection that affects the ability of the skin to produce melanin
A sprayer that sprays a cool - fine mist - food for sensitive skin and hydration for all skin types
46. Lymphatic system
Consists of lymphb flowing thru the lymphatic spaces - cleansing wastes and toxins out of the body
Surgical procedures used for cosmetic purposes only ex: eye lift - face lift - forehead lifts - liposuction - collagen injections
Microorganisms that cover almost every surface - including the skin of the human body.
Removes the entire epidermis
47. Seaweed and Mud
Potential hydrogen
For an esthetician - highest earned title in the world
Forms the side of head by ear
Used in a body treatment for stimulating and detoxifying
48. Proliferative Phase
Most sensitive - hyperpigmentation easily with use of aggressive substance - age slowly
Wasting away
Back - cellulite - hand - arm - foot
Scab and scar tissue build to protect and induce healing
49. Lasers for Skin Resurfacing
Artificial way of tricking the immune system into making anitbodies
Genetically inherited disease-excess oil secreted by trhe sebaceous glands. Cells that clog the pores - trapping oil in the follicle
Erbium - CO2 - Carbon Dioxide
Bond between atoms sharing electrons
50. Distillation
Very large nodule
Main method of extracting essential oils. Egyptians were the first to use this
Negative charges of electricity that resolve around the nucleus of an atom
Raised growths on the skin. Means greasy and keratosis means thickening of the skin
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