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What thin, open-meshed cotton fabric is used to hold mask products on the face?
What thin, open-meshed cotton fabric is used to hold mask products on the face?
Gauze
What is a stimulating form of massage that consists of short, quick tapping, slapping, and hacking movements?
What is a stimulating form of massage that consists of short, quick tapping, slapping, and hacking movements?
Tapptement
Masks containing hydrators and soothing ingredients that do not dry hard and can be used on sensitive skin are __________.
Masks containing hydrators and soothing ingredients that do not dry hard and can be used on sensitive skin are __________.
gel masks
_________ are non-foaming, lotion cleansers designed to cleanse dry and sensitive skin types and to remove makeup.
_________ are non-foaming, lotion cleansers designed to cleanse dry and sensitive skin types and to remove makeup.
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When removing cleanser in the eye area, move outward on the upper lid and __________.
When removing cleanser in the eye area, move outward on the upper lid and __________.
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What are oily or fatty ingredients that prevent moisture from leaving the skin?
What are oily or fatty ingredients that prevent moisture from leaving the skin?
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What is a deep rubbing massage movement in which pressure is applied to the skin while moving over an underlying structure?
What is a deep rubbing massage movement in which pressure is applied to the skin while moving over an underlying structure?
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The direction of movement in massage should always be from insertion of the muscle toward its __________.
The direction of movement in massage should always be from insertion of the muscle toward its __________.
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What products are used to physically remove dead cell buildup?
What products are used to physically remove dead cell buildup?
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The amount of sebum produced by the sebaceous glands determines the size of the __________.
The amount of sebum produced by the sebaceous glands determines the size of the __________.
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The term ________ means lack of lipids, and describes skin that does not produce enough sebum, indicated by absence of visible pores.
The term ________ means lack of lipids, and describes skin that does not produce enough sebum, indicated by absence of visible pores.
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An enzyme peel that does not dry the skin and can be used during a steam treatment is the __________.
An enzyme peel that does not dry the skin and can be used during a steam treatment is the __________.
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Chemical exfoliants that work by dissolving keratin protein in the surface cells are known as _________.
Chemical exfoliants that work by dissolving keratin protein in the surface cells are known as _________.
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What skin condition contains areas of hyperpigmentation, wrinkled areas including areas not in the normal facial expression, and sagging skin from damage to elastic fibers due to chronic and frequent exposure to the sun over the client's lifetime?
What skin condition contains areas of hyperpigmentation, wrinkled areas including areas not in the normal facial expression, and sagging skin from damage to elastic fibers due to chronic and frequent exposure to the sun over the client's lifetime?
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Masks containing _________ and other beneficial ingredients are melted at a little more than body temperature before application and applied over treatment creams to allow the cream's ingredients to penetrate more deeply into the surface layers of the skin.
Masks containing _________ and other beneficial ingredients are melted at a little more than body temperature before application and applied over treatment creams to allow the cream's ingredients to penetrate more deeply into the surface layers of the skin.
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__________ is a form of pétrissage in which the tissue is grasped, gently lifted, and spread out.
__________ is a form of pétrissage in which the tissue is grasped, gently lifted, and spread out.
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What is a chopping movement performed with the edges of the hands whereby both wrists and hands move alternatively in fast, light, firm, and flexible motions against the skin?
What is a chopping movement performed with the edges of the hands whereby both wrists and hands move alternatively in fast, light, firm, and flexible motions against the skin?
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Clients who present skin abnormalities, open sores, or fever blisters should be referred to a(n) __________.
Clients who present skin abnormalities, open sores, or fever blisters should be referred to a(n) __________.
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What term describes a condition that requires avoiding certain treatments, procedures, or products to prevent undesirable effects?
What term describes a condition that requires avoiding certain treatments, procedures, or products to prevent undesirable effects?
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Exfoliants that dissolve the bonds between cells are ________.
Exfoliants that dissolve the bonds between cells are ________.
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Cosmetologists should avoid wearing jewelry on the hands or arms while administering facial treatments because rings and bracelets may ________ the client.
Cosmetologists should avoid wearing jewelry on the hands or arms while administering facial treatments because rings and bracelets may ________ the client.
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Products that are designed to rebalance the pH and remove remnants of cleansers from the skin are known as _________.
Products that are designed to rebalance the pH and remove remnants of cleansers from the skin are known as _________.
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Which term describes follicles impacted with solidified sebum and dead cell buildup, also known as blackheads?
Which term describes follicles impacted with solidified sebum and dead cell buildup, also known as blackheads?
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Which term describes rosacea with dilated surface blood vessels?
Which term describes rosacea with dilated surface blood vessels?
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Which term describes follicles with solidified sebum and dead cell buildup that appear as small bumps just underneath the skin's surface?
Which term describes follicles with solidified sebum and dead cell buildup that appear as small bumps just underneath the skin's surface?
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The manual or mechanical manipulation of the body by rubbing, kneading, or other movements is known as ________.
The manual or mechanical manipulation of the body by rubbing, kneading, or other movements is known as ________.
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As applicator used to direct electric current from a machine to the client's skin is a(n) ________.
As applicator used to direct electric current from a machine to the client's skin is a(n) ________.
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The process of using galvanic current to enable water-soluble products that contain ions to penetrate the skin is _________.
The process of using galvanic current to enable water-soluble products that contain ions to penetrate the skin is _________.
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Light therapy using a light/emitting diode (LED) uses blue light to treat skin that is _________.
Light therapy using a light/emitting diode (LED) uses blue light to treat skin that is _________.
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What are concentrated treatment products often composed of mineral clays, moisturizing agents, skin softeners, aromatherapy oils, botanical extracts, and other beneficial ingredients to cleanse, exfoliate, tighten, tone, hydrate, and nourish the skin?
What are concentrated treatment products often composed of mineral clays, moisturizing agents, skin softeners, aromatherapy oils, botanical extracts, and other beneficial ingredients to cleanse, exfoliate, tighten, tone, hydrate, and nourish the skin?
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An important part of a facial treatment that determines skin type, condition, and the recommended treatment is the _______.
An important part of a facial treatment that determines skin type, condition, and the recommended treatment is the _______.
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The difference between open and closed comedones is the size of the follicle opening, called the _________.
The difference between open and closed comedones is the size of the follicle opening, called the _________.
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The impact of a massage treatment depends on the amount of pressure, direction of movement, and ________.
The impact of a massage treatment depends on the amount of pressure, direction of movement, and ________.
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Skin products that have a higher concentration of ingredients are ___________.
Skin products that have a higher concentration of ingredients are ___________.
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What is the process of softening and emulsifying sebum that is stuck in the hair follicles?
What is the process of softening and emulsifying sebum that is stuck in the hair follicles?
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Salon alpha hydroxy acid exfoliants are often referred to as __________.
Salon alpha hydroxy acid exfoliants are often referred to as __________.
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What type of skin appears shiny or greasy from clogged, dead cells in the follicle?
What type of skin appears shiny or greasy from clogged, dead cells in the follicle?
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A cream-type enzyme applied to the face and rolled off the skin is a ________.
A cream-type enzyme applied to the face and rolled off the skin is a ________.
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High-frequency electrotherapy machines have how many electrodes?
High-frequency electrotherapy machines have how many electrodes?
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The cosmetologist must receive _______ instruction in order to properly perform extraction of clogged pores and comedones.
The cosmetologist must receive _______ instruction in order to properly perform extraction of clogged pores and comedones.
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Every massage should begin and end with which movement?
Every massage should begin and end with which movement?
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Pressing and twisting the tissues with a fast back-and-forth movement is a form of friction known as _________.
Pressing and twisting the tissues with a fast back-and-forth movement is a form of friction known as _________.
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What are scrubs that contain aluminum oxide crystals, along with other granular scrubs?
What are scrubs that contain aluminum oxide crystals, along with other granular scrubs?
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Oil-absorbing masks that have an exfoliating and astringent effect, making large pores appear smaller, are ________.
Oil-absorbing masks that have an exfoliating and astringent effect, making large pores appear smaller, are ________.
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Oily or dry conditions of skin that cannot be permanently changed, only improved with treatments, are determined by the skin _________.
Oily or dry conditions of skin that cannot be permanently changed, only improved with treatments, are determined by the skin _________.
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The point over a muscle where pressure or stimulation will cause contraction of the muscle is the __________.
The point over a muscle where pressure or stimulation will cause contraction of the muscle is the __________.
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A(n) _____________, also known as a facial treatment, is a professional skin treatment that improves the condition and appearance of the skin.
A(n) _____________, also known as a facial treatment, is a professional skin treatment that improves the condition and appearance of the skin.
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__________ is determined by how oily or dry the skin is.
__________ is determined by how oily or dry the skin is.
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When giving facials, _________ in the presence of your client's as much as possible.
When giving facials, _________ in the presence of your client's as much as possible.
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Acne bacteria cannot survive in the presence of oxygen, and therefore, are __________.
Acne bacteria cannot survive in the presence of oxygen, and therefore, are __________.
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Any important observation or contraindications should be recorded ________ in the client's record card.
Any important observation or contraindications should be recorded ________ in the client's record card.
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The process of removing dead cells from the surface of the skin is _________.
The process of removing dead cells from the surface of the skin is _________.
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_________ are cleansers containing surfactants that cause the product to form and rinse off easily.
_________ are cleansers containing surfactants that cause the product to form and rinse off easily.
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Water-binding agents in moisturizers are also known as __________.
Water-binding agents in moisturizers are also known as __________.
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Obvious pores on the surface of the skin indicate __________.
Obvious pores on the surface of the skin indicate __________.
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Completed client intake forms and service record cards may contain _________ information about the client and must be kept in a secured room or cabinet.
Completed client intake forms and service record cards may contain _________ information about the client and must be kept in a secured room or cabinet.
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Treatments that produce heat or stimulate the skin should be avoided for clients with which skin disorder?
Treatments that produce heat or stimulate the skin should be avoided for clients with which skin disorder?
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What is a lubricating cream that must be thoroughly removed for additional products to penetrate the skin?
What is a lubricating cream that must be thoroughly removed for additional products to penetrate the skin?
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To provide a buffer for the skin when using a brushing machine, apply a thick layer of cleaner or __________.
To provide a buffer for the skin when using a brushing machine, apply a thick layer of cleaner or __________.
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__________ is considered a skin type because the tendency to develop this condition is hereditary.
__________ is considered a skin type because the tendency to develop this condition is hereditary.
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Moisturizers for oily skin are most often found in lotion form and generally contain _________ amounts of emollient.
Moisturizers for oily skin are most often found in lotion form and generally contain _________ amounts of emollient.
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Nikolas Tesla is credited with discovering _______.
Nikolas Tesla is credited with discovering _______.
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During an analysis procedure, cleansing milk is applied to the skin using __________.
During an analysis procedure, cleansing milk is applied to the skin using __________.
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Cosmetology professionals are only allowed to use products that remove dead skin from the stratum _________.
Cosmetology professionals are only allowed to use products that remove dead skin from the stratum _________.
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What is a light, continuous, stroking movement applied with the fingers or palms?
What is a light, continuous, stroking movement applied with the fingers or palms?
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Which term describes rosacea conditions with areas of skin with distended capillaries and diffuse redness?
Which term describes rosacea conditions with areas of skin with distended capillaries and diffuse redness?
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__________ contain(s) chemicals that loosen or dissolve dead cell buildup, can work in a relatively short time, or be combined in a moisturizer for longer effects.
__________ contain(s) chemicals that loosen or dissolve dead cell buildup, can work in a relatively short time, or be combined in a moisturizer for longer effects.
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Individual doses of serum, sealed in small vials, are called _________.
Individual doses of serum, sealed in small vials, are called _________.
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What kneading movement is performed by lifting, squeezing, and pressing tissue with light, firm pressure?
What kneading movement is performed by lifting, squeezing, and pressing tissue with light, firm pressure?
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What term describes dark blotches of color on the skin caused by sun exposure or hormone imbalance?
What term describes dark blotches of color on the skin caused by sun exposure or hormone imbalance?
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What tool provides a magnifying lens surrounded by a circular light, providing a well-lit, enlarged view of the skin?
What tool provides a magnifying lens surrounded by a circular light, providing a well-lit, enlarged view of the skin?
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Foaming cleansers that wash off easily contain a detergent that is also known as a(n) _______.
Foaming cleansers that wash off easily contain a detergent that is also known as a(n) _______.
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Pimples that have a pus head are called __________.
Pimples that have a pus head are called __________.
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To soften skin tissues and follicle accumulations making them easier to extract, it is recommended to first use a(n) ________.
To soften skin tissues and follicle accumulations making them easier to extract, it is recommended to first use a(n) ________.
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What is a mechanical exfoliation that uses a closed vacuum to shoot crystals into the skin?
What is a mechanical exfoliation that uses a closed vacuum to shoot crystals into the skin?
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Which masks contain special crystals and dry to plaster-like consistency?
Which masks contain special crystals and dry to plaster-like consistency?
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Shielding the skin from __________ is probably the most important habit to benefit the skin.
Shielding the skin from __________ is probably the most important habit to benefit the skin.
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Products used to increase the water content of the skin surface are known as _________.
Products used to increase the water content of the skin surface are known as _________.
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Study Notes
Facial Treatment Techniques and Products
- Gauze: Open-meshed cotton fabric used to hold face masks in place.
- Tapotement: Stimulating massage technique that includes quick tapping, slapping, and hacking movements.
- Gel Masks: Hydrating and soothing masks suitable for sensitive skin that do not harden.
- Cleansing Milks: Non-foaming cleansers for dry and sensitive skin, effective at removing makeup.
- Emollients: Oily or fatty substances that help retain moisture by preventing its loss from the skin.
Massage Techniques
- Friction: Deep rubbing massage where pressure is applied while moving over underlying structures.
- Effleurage: Light, continuous stroking movement for starting and ending facial massages.
- Pétrissage: Kneading technique involving lifting, squeezing, and pressing of tissue.
- Fulling: A form of pétissage where the tissue is grasped and gently lifted.
- Hacking: Chopping movements performed with the hands, alternating rapidly against the skin.
Exfoliation and Skin Conditions
- Mechanical Exfoliants: Products that physically remove dead skin cells.
- Alpha Hydroxy Acids: Exfoliants that dissolve bonds between skin cells.
- Enzyme Peels: Chemical exfoliants that break down keratin proteins without drying the skin.
- Sun-Damaged Skin: Characterized by hyperpigmentation, wrinkles, and sagging from sun exposure.
- Alipidic Skin: Lacks lipids, not producing enough sebum, resulting in invisible pores.
Skin Analysis and Treatment
- Skin Analysis: Crucial for determining skin type and condition, guiding treatment recommendations.
- Closed Comedones: Follicles with solidified sebum that appear as small bumps beneath the skin.
- Open Comedones: Follicles impacted with sebum and dead cells, also known as blackheads.
Equipment and Safety
- Electrodes: Applicators used to direct electric current from machines to the skin.
- Iontophoresis: Process of using galvanic current to help products penetrate the skin.
- Hands-on Instruction: Essential for safely performing extractions of clogged pores and comedones.
- Private Client Information: Must be secured and documented appropriately in client intake forms and records.
Client Considerations
- Contraindications: Conditions requiring avoidance of specific treatments to prevent adverse reactions, such as rosacea or skin abnormalities.
- Proper Hygiene: Important to preform disinfection procedures in the presence of clients during treatments.
- Skin Type Determination: Skin that is oily, dry, or has acne is determined by hereditary factors and cannot be permanently changed.
Product Functions
- Serums: Highly concentrated treatment products for skin nourishment.
- Humectants: Water-binding agents in moisturizers that increase skin hydration.
- Moisturizers: Products designed to enhance water content on the skin’s surface.
- Modelage Masks: Plaster-like masks that contain crystals and dry naturally.
General Knowledge
- High-Frequency Current: Discovered by Nikolas Tesla, utilized in various skin treatments.
- Gommage: A cream-type enzyme that is rolled off the skin to remove dead cells.
- Microdermabrasion: Mechanical exfoliation using crystals and vacuum methods to slough off skin surfaces.
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Prepare for your Milady exams with this study guide focused on Chapter 23, covering facials. This quiz includes essential terms and definitions related to facial treatments, techniques, and products. Test your knowledge to ensure you understand the key concepts needed for real-life applications.
