Skin Care Techniques and Products
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What is the primary function of a rotary brush in skincare?

  • To provide intense hydration and nourishment.
  • To lightly exfoliate the skin. (correct)
  • To deeply penetrate the skin with active ingredients.
  • To remove deep-seated impurities and blackheads.

    • What is the average length of the skin's natural desquamation process?

  • 28 days, influenced by lifestyle, age, and health. (correct)
  • 14 days, but it varies based on sun exposure.
  • 60 days, depending on the skincare products you use.
  • 45 days, speeding up with certain medications.

    • Which of the following is a contraindication for using a rotary brush?

  • Overuse, which can lead to irritation and sensitivity. (correct)
  • Using it on sensitive skin as it will desensitize it over time.
  • Using it daily to maintain clear skin.
  • Using it on oily skin, as it will cause it to dry out.

    • What is the purpose of exfoliation in skincare?

    <p>To aid the skin with desquamation. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to avoid leaving brushes in an ultraviolet sanitizer for too long?

    <p>The brushes will break down if left in the ultraviolet sanitizer too long. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the primary purpose of desincrustation in facial treatments?

    <p>To soften the skin and liquefy sebum for easier extractions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which skin condition would MOST benefit from the application of serums and ampoules?

    <p>Dry, mature skin. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a correct step to take when performing extractions on open comedones after applying a desincrustation solution?

    <p>Leave the skin moist, but not wet. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a benefit generally associated with the use of serums and ampoules?

    <p>Reducing pore size. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of skin is LEAST suitable for suction/vacuuming during extractions?

    <p>Sensitive, couperose, or acne skin. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines the term 'extractions' in the context of skincare?

    <p>The removal of dead cells, sebum, and debris from skin follicles. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical pH of a desincrustation solution?

    <p>Alkaline (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tool is mostly used on non-fleshy parts during extractions?

    <p>Extractor (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is a contraindication for high frequency treatment?

    <p>High blood pressure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary benefit of the indirect high frequency technique?

    <p>Stimulating dry skin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When cleaning a high frequency electrode, what should NOT be used?

    <p>Alcohol (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which massage benefit involves the removal of dead skin cells?

    <p>Exfoliation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a contraindication for facial massage?

    <p>Contagious diseases (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of petrissage in facial massage?

    <p>To affect deeper muscle tissue and stimulate circulation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of ultrasound technology?

    <p>Noninvasive sound waves (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does ultrasound have on collagen?

    <p>Heat emitted stimulates collagen production (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of skin is it unsafe to use extractions on?

    <p>Couperose Skin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in extracting a closed comedone?

    <p>Pre-soften the area well. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When extracting pustules, what is the best way to insert the lancet?

    <p>Gently press a sterile lancet against the side of the pustule. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of milia that helps in their identification?

    <p>Perfectly round shape (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are milia mainly found?

    <p>Forehead and cheeks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if a milium does not respond to initial extraction attempts?

    <p>Do not attempt to extract. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long is the maximum amount of time you should perform extractions for?

    <p>10 minutes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gas used in high-frequency electrodes is best suited for acne-prone skin?

    <p>Argon gas (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the primary function of melanocytes?

    <p>Producing melanin for skin pigmentation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What skin condition involves weakened blood vessels, typically appearing on the cheeks and nose?

    <p>Couperose skin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of the epidermis is located just below the stratum corneum?

    <p>Stratum lucidum (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of desmosomes within skin tissue?

    <p>Maintaining tissue integrity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following contraindications would prevent a client from receiving sonophoresis treatment?

    <p>Open skin lesions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the overproduction of cells within a follicle that do not shed properly?

    <p>Hyperkeratinization (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the term 'erythema'?

    <p>Skin redness due to inflammation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of elastin in the skin?

    <p>return stretched structures to their original shape (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of asphyxiated skin?

    <p>Clogged and lacking oxygen (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of tissue underlies the skin?

    <p>Subcutaneous layer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Desquamation

    The natural shedding process of the skin's outer layer.

    Exfoliation

    A process that aids desquamation by removing dead skin cells.

    Rotary Brush

    A tool used for light exfoliation and stimulating skin circulation.

    Benefits of Professional Masks

    Masks that draw impurities, hydrate, nourish, and rejuvenate skin.

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    Types of Masks

    Various forms of facial masks like cream, gel, and peel off.

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    Serums and Ampoules

    Highly concentrated ingredients targeting specific skin conditions for better penetration.

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    Benefits of Serums and Ampoules

    Increase hydration, tighten skin, aid healing, anti-aging, balance oil and acne prevention.

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    Extractions

    Removal of dead cells, sebum, bacteria from skin's follicles.

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    Desincrustation

    Process of softening skin and removing sebum with a chemical treatment.

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    Desincrustation Solutions

    Alkaline pH solutions applied to oily areas to aid extraction.

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    Procedure for Extractions

    Wrap a gloved finger with damp cotton to extract comedones gently.

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    Extraction of Open Comedone

    Extract comedones after desincrustation, leaving skin moist, not wet.

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    Galvanic Current in Skin Care

    Used on oily skin to enhance extraction processes without irritating acne.

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    Closed Comedone Extraction

    Technique for removing clogged pores by pre-softening the skin and using a lancet.

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    Pustule Extraction

    Process of removing pus-filled blemishes using a sterile lancet and gentle pressure.

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    Milia Characteristics

    Tiny, round white cysts primarily found on the forehead and cheeks.

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    Proper Milia Extraction

    Lift the top layer of skin with a sterile lancet and gently press to remove milia.

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    General Extractions Rule

    Limit extraction procedures to no more than 10 minutes to avoid skin damage.

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    High Frequency Treatment

    Utilizes Tesla pulse current to enhance product penetration without chemical change.

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    Effects of High Frequency

    Promotes antiseptic effects, stimulates circulation, and increases cell metabolism.

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    Electrode Types

    Various electrodes with specific benefits used for different skin types and conditions.

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    Sonophoresis

    A process where waves assist product penetration through the skin.

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    Epidermis

    The outermost layer of skin that protects the body.

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    Dermis

    The inner layer of skin beneath the epidermis.

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    Subcutaneous layer

    Tissue layer under the skin that includes fat and connective tissue.

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    Keratinocytes

    Primary cells found in the epidermis responsible for skin barrier.

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    Melanocytes

    Cells that produce melanin, giving skin its color.

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    Stratum Corneum

    The outermost layer of the epidermis, made of dead skin cells.

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    Comedones

    Non-inflammatory acne lesions like blackheads and whiteheads.

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    Rosacea

    Condition characterized by redness and visible blood vessels on the face.

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    Hyperpigmentation

    Darkening of the skin due to excess melanin production.

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    Contraindications for High Frequency

    Conditions where High Frequency treatments should not be used.

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    Indirect High Frequency Technique

    A relaxing method using High Frequency that stimulates the skin.

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    Cleaning Electrode Safety

    Electrodes should be cleaned with soap and water after each use.

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    Benefits of Facial Massage

    Facial massage relaxes, stimulates, and improves skin metabolism.

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    Effleurage

    A soft, continuous stroking movement used in massage.

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    Petrissage

    A compression technique that affects deeper muscle tissue.

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    Ultrasound Technology

    Noninvasive sound waves used for product penetration and cellulite reduction.

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    Friction Technique

    A massage technique that stimulates circulation and glandular activity.

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    Study Notes

    Desquamation

    • Skin's natural shedding process
    • Stratum corneum shedding
    • New cells replace old ones from lower layers
    • Average turnover time: 28 days (influenced by lifestyle, age, and health)

    Exfoliation

    • Process aiding skin shedding
    • Increases cell turnover, blood flow, and circulation
    • Deep pore cleansing
    • Product penetration enhancement
    • Also known as "Facial Brush"

    Rotary Brush

    • Light exfoliation
    • Stimulates the skin
    • Softens excess oil, dirt, and cell buildup
    • Contraindications: overuse, irritation, and sensitivity

    Safety and Maintenance

    • Only use brush heads compatible with disinfectants
    • Certain brushes with natural bristles might deteriorate and are unsuitable for cleaning/disinfection
    • Avoid prolonged ultraviolet sanitizer exposure to prevent brush damage

    Professional Masks

    • Benefits include pore cleansing, blemish reduction, tightening, toning, hydration, nourishment, and rejuvenation

    Examples of Beneficial Ingredients in Masks

    • Vitamin A, C, E, Hyaluronic Acid, Seaweed, Calcium, Diatomaceous Earth, Bentonite, Kaolin, Honey, Glycerin, and Zinc Oxide

    Types of Masks

    • Cream, Gel, Mud, Wax, Setting/Modeling, Peel-Off, and Electric

    Paraffin Wax

    • Warms the skin to improve circulation
    • Enhances penetration of products applied underneath
    • Used for dry or mature skin

    Serums and Ampoules

    • High concentration of performance ingredients
    • Targeted skin conditions
    • Effective skin penetration through different packaging

    Extractions

    • Removal of dead cells, sebum, bacteria, and debris from skin follicles

    Analysis of Need for Extractions

    • Dehydrated skin may benefit from hydration before extractions
    • Desincrustation preparation (softening the skin) is needed
    • Alkaline pH solutions are used for clogged pores, blackheads, pimples, etc. (to liquefy sebum)

    Desincrustation

    • Applied to affected areas
    • Solution: Baking soda + distilled water (1:1)
    • Applied with brush/cotton, sits 10-15 minutes
    • Used with steam to increase flexibility
    • Galvanic current or Suction/Vacuuming can be used (not for sensitive skin, couperose, or acne)

    Extraction of Open Comedones

    • After desincrustation, remove products and leave skin moist
    • Damp cotton wrap over index finger
    • Gentle downward pressure to extract
    • Use of extractor tool (not for fragile, sensitive, or couperose skin)

    Extraction Tools

    • (Closed Comedones): pre-softening with lancet/extractor, dilate follicle
    • (Pustules): gently press sterile lancet, lift top, pus emerges, hold area taut, press downward
    • (Milia): Confirm Milia, skin stretched, lift top cell layers by sterile lancet, and press on "unopened" side.

    General Rules for Extractions

    • Limit extraction process to 10 minutes
    • Avoid AHA products after extractions
    • High frequency is used with Alternating Tesla pulse current, no polarity, and non-chemical changes occur. Rapid oscillation of machine vibrates water molecules.

    Electrodes

    • Different types with specific benefits/physiological reactions
    • Gases create visible light (neon, pink/orange for sensitive skin, argon, blue/violet for normal to oily skin)
    • High frequency increases skin circulation, gives antiseptic/healing properties because it creates ozone, helps oxygenate skin, and helps coagulate + heal open lesions, and relaxes

    Contraindications for High Frequency

    • Couperose skin
    • Inflamed areas
    • Pacemakers
    • Metal implants
    • Heart problems
    • High blood pressure
    • Braces
    • Clients who are pregnant
    • Body piercings above the waist

    Safety and Maintenance for High Frequency

    • Clean electrodes with soap and water after each use
    • Do not use alcohol on electrodes
    • Wipe only the glass end with a disinfecting wipe (not the metal)

    Incorporating High Frequency into Facial Treatments

    • Direct/Indirect

    Benefits of Massage

    • Relaxation, improved metabolism, muscle tone, cleansing, exfoliation, reduces puffiness, product absorption, relieves tension, and sense of well-being

    Facial Massage Contraindications

    • Contagious diseases, inflamed acne, sunburn, sensitive skin, open lesions, skin disorders, severe uncontrolled hypertension, uncontrolled diabetes

    Techniques (Massage)

    • Effleurage: soft stroking movements, start/finish sessions, position of fingers
    • Petrissage: compression technique, affects deeper tissue, stimulates circulation
    • Friction: stimulates circulation, glandular activity
    • Alternative techniques include acupressure, Shiatsu, pressure point massage and manual lymph drainage

    Ultrasound Technology

    • Uses non-invasive sound waves above human hearing range
    • Based on high frequency mechanical oscillations (spatula-like tool)
    • Used for product penetration, cellulite reduction, cleansing/exfoliation, increased blood flow, promoting oxygenation, and collagen production

    Ultrasound When to Use and Effects

    • Helps product penetration, reduces cellulite
    • Vibrations cleanse and exfoliate skin
    • Penetrates tissues deeply (heat manipulation), increases blood flow
    • Sonophoresis assists product penetration

    Ultrasound Contraindications

    • Skin lesions, heart conditions, pacemakers, epilepsy, pregnancy, advanced diabetes, and cancerous lesions
    • Epidermis: outermost layer
    • Dermis: inner layer
    • Subcutaneous layer: underlying tissue
    • Adipose: fat tissue
    • Desmosomes: specialized protein complexes for intercellular junctions
    • Keratinocytes: primary epidermal cells

    Skin Components

    • Melanocytes: produce melanin
    • Merkel cells: special sensory cells
    • Collagen: provides strength/flexibility
    • Elastin: restores stretched tissues
    • Stratum Corneum: external layer
    • Stratum Lucidum: smooth, translucent layer under stratum corneum
    • Stratum Granulosum: granular layer
    • Stratum Spinosum: prickle cell layer
    • Stratum Germinativum: attached to dermis
    • Comedones/Milia: small, non-inflammatory acne lesions
    • Dehydration: lacking total body water
    • Sun Damage: premature aging, skin cancer risk
    • Enlarged Pores: excess sebum
    • Erythema: skin redness (inflammation)
    • Hyperkeratinization: cell cohesion, not shedding
    • Keratosis: skin growth
    • Seborrhea: chronic, relapsing skin condition

    Skin Conditions

    • Couperose skin: weakened blood vessels (cheeks/nose)
    • Sensitivities: reactions to external factors
    • Wrinkles/Aging: thinner, drier skin
    • Poor Elasticity: sagging skin
    • Hyperpigmentation: skin darkening
    • Hypopigmentation: skin lightening
    • Irritation: discomfort/redness
    • Rosacea: facial redness/flushing/bumps
    • Cysts, Papules, Pustules: inflamed skin bumps
    • Asphyxiated: cells lacking nutrition/oxygen
    • Adult Acne: acne appearing after 25

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    Explore the essential processes of skin care, including desquamation, exfoliation, and rotary brushing techniques. Learn how professional masks benefit your skin and the importance of safety and maintenance for tools. This quiz will enhance your understanding of skin health and effective treatments.

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