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State Board Esthetician Exam

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1. Cidesco
Gives the cell structure and shape- posses a function known as selective permeability
Temperature regulator - sensory - healing - immunity - protection
Scientific name for acne vulgaris
For an esthetician - highest earned title in the world

2. Posture
Important when doing a massage
Deepest type of chemical peeling performed by a esthetician
Measurement of mathematical changed in the experiment
Ingrown nail

3. Closed Comedones
Non inflammatory acne lesions usually called whiteheads
Most common form of skin cancer - orginateds in the basal layer. Pearl like fleshy bumps on the face - flesh or pink in color- painless
Infection of the skin that may affect any part of the body. Usually appears on the lower legs or face
Autoclave

4. Sterilization
Client is face up
Ingrown nail
Process of killing ALL microorganisms
Mixing and matching treatments

5. Acne
Autoclave
Genetically inherited disease-excess oil secreted by trhe sebaceous glands. Cells that clog the pores - trapping oil in the follicle
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

6. Papain
Papaya=derivative of enzyme
Glass
Genetically inherited disease-excess oil secreted by trhe sebaceous glands. Cells that clog the pores - trapping oil in the follicle
Protein that makes up 70% of the weight of the skin

7. Vibration
Activates nerve and muscle tissue
Scientific name for acne vulgaris
Couperose skin - fragile - thin skin - patients taking Accutane
Hive histamines are released in the body

8. Vitiligo
Anything that prevents you from doing a treatment
Loss of cells that give color to the skin(melanocytes) results in smooth - white patches in the midst of normally pigemented skin
Process of killing ALL microorganisms
Cheek bones

9. Remodeling Phase
Skin is dry and scaly like a fish; build up of keratinous cells
Scar tissue formed during healing
1:10 with water 4 disposable materials that prevent cross- contamination 1. cotton swabs 2. paper towels 3.Disposable staptulas 4. Gloves
Particles that make up the nucleus of an atom - positive charge

10. What causes adult acne?
Non inflammatory acne lesions usually called whiteheads
Primary catalyst a chronic stress - high level of stress throws adrenal glands in over drive. Setting the stage for acne in 30s and 40s
Gives the cell structure and shape- posses a function known as selective permeability
Avoiding malpractice through avoiding potential risk

11. Examples of Mechanical Exfoliation
Thin layer of tissue- this is how the nail plate and nail bed are attached
Granular scrubs - brush machine - luffa
The immune system commicates with each cell and releases hormones
Freckle smaller than 1 cm

12. 3 types of blood borne diseases
Aids in the coagulation of blood
HIV - Hepatitis - Syphilis
Mostly thin - small pores - pink to red in color. Flushes easily - can be uncomfortable/painful when touched
Weaker form of disinfectant

13. Core/center of the body
2nd most deady - caused by Cumulative sun exposure. Raised - crusty - warty looking. appears as ulcers or nodular bumps may bleed easily
It works by dissolving surface lipids that hold the cells of the corneum together
Tiny particle that must live on a host cell.Capable of infesting almost all plants and animals -including bacteria
Movement should come from this part of the body

14. Athrophy
Massage movements is usuallyused to stimulate cellulite areas
Wasting away
A chemical in its simplest form
Mixture of different chemicals evenly dispersed through the mixture

15. Papules
Cherry angioma raised red bump - easily felt
Genetically inherited disease-excess oil secreted by trhe sebaceous glands. Cells that clog the pores - trapping oil in the follicle
Bovine (pig or cow) derivative of enzyme
Oil gland

16. Sensory nerves
Wound that is a bruise
Refreshed appearance - reduction of t-zone oiliness - temporary pore reduction - tighter skin
Nerves that allow you to feel pain - heat and cold - pressure and touch
Crescent-shaped whitish area of the bed of a fingernail or toenail

17. Acne Excoriee
A fungus caused when moisture seeps between an artifical nail and the free edge of the nail
Blisters
Rich in vitamins - stimulates metabolic rate
A condition in which a person picks at their acne lesions

18. Basal Cell Carcinoma
Most common form of skin cancer - orginateds in the basal layer. Pearl like fleshy bumps on the face - flesh or pink in color- painless
Two different elements or compounds that are mixed together
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Negative charges of electricity that resolve around the nucleus of an atom

19. Comedogenicity
Common - benign -superficial cutaneous fungal infection usually characterized by hypopigmented or hyperpigmented macules and patches on the chest and the back
Tendency of topical substances to cause the development of comedones
The immune system commicates with each cell and releases hormones
Potential hydrogen

20. What are Germs?
Microorganisms that cover almost every surface - including the skin of the human body.
Rx name-isotretinoi - oral acne medication used for severe cases of acne
Controllable factors that contribute to the aging of skin - ex- sun exposure
Gives a product a gel like consistency

21. Keratosis Pilaris
1:10 with water 4 disposable materials that prevent cross- contamination 1. cotton swabs 2. paper towels 3.Disposable staptulas 4. Gloves
Skin condition in which white bumps appear on the upper arms - thighs - and cheeks
A raised area on the skin that is generally smaller than 1 centimeter
Blisters

22. Warm Wax
Pineapple-derivative of enzyme
Quicker than hot wax - larger areas can be waxed at once - suitable for most hair types - hair re-growth is finer
Gives the cell structure and shape- posses a function known as selective permeability
Cancer causing

23. Antibiotics
Caused by scraped or scratches
Sunshine Vitamin - Skin synthesis' Vit D From Cholesterol when exposed to sunlight
Drugs that are made from extracts of living organisms that simply kill bacteria
Type of wound is unclean with jagged edges and can be of varying depths

24. Non-Inflammatory Acne
Blackheads - Whiteheads
Ringworm of the hands
(Eczema) is inflammation of the upper layers of the skin - causing itching - blisters - redness - swelling - and often oozing - scabbing - and scaling
Sun damage; pre cancerous( can become squamous cell carcinoma). Sharp - rough and prickly

25. Vitamin E
Chemicals added to products to prevent oxidation
Chemical within the drug that causes physiological changes
Tocopherol - serves as an antioxidant to the body
1:10 with water 4 disposable materials that prevent cross- contamination 1. cotton swabs 2. paper towels 3.Disposable staptulas 4. Gloves

26. Ionic bonds
Body's defense
Moderate acne- blackheads and milia can break out in the greater numbers.
Bond between two ions that have opposite charges
Center for Disease Control

27. Open Comedones
Bearberry extract - licorice extract - azeliac acid - kojic acid -mulberry extractg - asafetida - magnesium ascorbyl phosphate - ascorbyl glucosamine - arbutin
Two different elements or compounds that are mixed together
Non inflammatory acne lesions usually called blackheads
Gommage - granular scrubs - microderm - luffa

28. Vesicle
Blisters
Process of killing ALL microorganisms
A chemical in its simplest form
Special chemicals that are manufactured or secreted by glands within the body

29. pterygium
Protein that makes up 70% of the weight of the skin
Anything that prevents you from doing a treatment
Cuticle that splits around the nail
To better communicate with clients about better skincare and cosmetics

30. Adispose Tissue
It works by dissolving surface lipids that hold the cells of the corneum together
Effects the epidermis- papillary layer
Technical name for fat
Measure of how much a material resists a flowing current

31. Friction
Flaky skin cell
Gentle tapping movements
Deeper faster effleurage - increases blood circulation
Moderate acne- blackheads and milia can break out in the greater numbers.

32. Mechanical Exfoliation
Most serious- the condition is medically referred to as nodulocystic - or cystic acne where the skin displays numerous pustules - papules - pustules with large cysts
Sun damage; pre cancerous( can become squamous cell carcinoma). Sharp - rough and prickly
Gommage - granular scrubs - microderm - luffa
Fairly common skin growths that vary in size. Can occur almost anywhere on the body but usually develop on the trunk

33. Ichthyosis
Itching tingly feeling of the skin experienced by some woman during menopause
Skin is dry and scaly like a fish; build up of keratinous cells
Common - inflammatory skin condition that causes flaky - white to yellowish scales to form an oily areas such as the scalpor inside of the ear
Pathogenic is disease causing while non-pathogenic is non disease causing.

34. Deep Peeling
1 in 250 people
Causes free radicals - depletion of Vit. C in the body - decreases circulation - makes skin sallow - and causes extrinsic aging around the mouth
Regulates hormone producing glands
Effects the epidermis- papillary layer

35. Common factors that trigger acne
Stress - Overactive Sebaceous Glands - Dead Skin cell accummulation - Bacteria and Inflammation - Comedogenic ingredients
Smallest measurable unit of an element
0.1 mm-3mm per month
For an esthetician - highest earned title in the world

36. Ophthalmic Surgeon
Treats eye diseases and performs eye related surgeries
Lower jawbone
A raised area of the skin that is generally smaller than 1 centimeter
Main method of extracting essential oils. Egyptians were the first to use this

37. Psoriasis
Scaly red patched on the scalp - lower back and chest
Outer tissue
This tissue is the primary concern for the esthetician
Connects all bones

38. Erosion
Other Potential Infections Material
Removal of dead skin cells
Despressed scar
Any mark on the skin that is not normal

39. Mechanical exfoliation
Used in a body treatment for stimulating and detoxifying
Uses methods of physical contact to literally scrape or bump cells off the skin
Medium pressure should be used when holding the hand piece against the skin
Layer of lipids and sweat secretions that help kill bacteria

40. Corrugator Supercili
Known as the botox place - stops the forehead from scowling
Quicker than hot wax - larger areas can be waxed at once - suitable for most hair types - hair re-growth is finer
Tinea versicolor- yeast infection that affects the ability of the skin to produce melanin
Orange green violet

41. Vesicles
Ringworm of the feet
Heavy large molecule that sits on the top of the skin and prevents moisture loss
Cherry angioma raised red bump - easily felt
Blisters

42. Cyanophyta
Common - acquired - benign skin growths that look like a small piece of soft - hanging skin.
Rich in vitamins - stimulates metabolic rate
Oil serums - petoleum based products - lip balms - silicone serums
Gives skin its strength and found in the reticular dermis

43. Asian
Inner tissues
Genetically inherited disease-excess oil secreted by trhe sebaceous glands. Cells that clog the pores - trapping oil in the follicle
Most sensitive - hyperpigmentation easily with use of aggressive substance - age slowly
Aids in firmness and skin renewal

44. Natural Immunity

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45. Molluscum Contagiosum
Thickening of the tissue
Viral skin infection that causes raised - pearl-like papules or nodules on the skin
Orange green violet
Injury - nutrition deficiency - hereditary

46. Ratio of HIV
Important when doing a massage
Makes up the bones of the body
1 in 250 people
Nerves repsonsible for movement such as smiling facial expressions

47. Non-inflammatory
The impaction is neither red nor inflammed
Bright - attention getting reds - orange - pink - yellow - coral - brown
Health - Insurance - Portability - Accountability - Act
Period of time between exposure and the time anitbodies are made

48. Nervous System
Cherry angioma raised red bump - easily felt
Facelift
Basis of consciousness and creativity
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

49. Universal and Standard Precautions
Bright - attention getting reds - orange - pink - yellow - coral - brown
Vitiligo and albinism
Treat all body fluids as they were/are contagious
Cancer causing short ray - penetrates to the stratum corneum

50. Acquired Immunity
Provide proper skin care - emotional support - health edu - controlling and medicating erythema
Cherry angioma raised red bump - easily felt
A nodule is a raised lesion that is larger and deeper in the skin than a papule
The term for immunity to a certain disease built by antibodies the body produces when you get sick