Utah Master Esthetics State Board
Written Exam with complete questions
and correct answers (verified)
GRADED A+
Acrochordon - Correct Answer: Small, benign outgrowth of epidermal and dermal tissue that looks like a
flap; skin tag. Can be removed using high-frequency or radio-frequency treatments
Pathogenic - Correct Answer: disease causing
Oxidation - Correct Answer: loss of electrons
Elastosis - Correct Answer: loss of elasticity in the skin; breakdown of elastic tissue
Melasma - Correct Answer: The "mask of pregnancy," a patchy tan-to-dark brown discoloration of the
face.
Anagen - Correct Answer: The period of active hair growth; not recommended to apply lash extensions
to lashes in this phase
Cata - Correct Answer: breakdown, downward
Iontophoresis - Correct Answer: Process of infusing water-soluble products into the skin with the use of
electric current, such as the use of the positive and negative poles of a galvanic machine. Used in
microcurrent devices for product penetration
Catagen - Correct Answer: the brief transition period between the growth and resting phases of a hair
follicle
,Telogen - Correct Answer: (resting phase) the final phase in the hair cycle that lasts until the fully grown
hair is shed.
Cataphoresis - Correct Answer: Process of fusing an acidic (positive) product into deeper tissues using
galvanic current from the positive pole toward the negative pole.
Cushing's disease - Correct Answer: Hormonal disease in which too much cortisone is produced,
resulting in the thinning and bruising of the skin
Galvanic - Correct Answer: Low-level direct current used in facial treatments; produces an
electrochemical effect
Estrogen - Correct Answer: Hormone responsible for collagen production
Why should the technician wear personal protective equipment while performing microdermabrasion? -
Correct Answer: To avoid cross-infection and exposure to clinical waste
Phytotherapy - Correct Answer: The use of plants and their properties for therapeutic purposes
Electrodessication - Correct Answer: surgically drying out and destroying tissue though the use of high-
frequency electric current (also known as fulguration)
Non-ablative (i.e. IPL and LED) - Correct Answer: which type of light treatment penetrates the epidermis,
usually without affecting it, to treat the papillary dermis below?
50% - Correct Answer: Maximum percentage of AHAs that can be used by an esthetician
Azulene - Correct Answer: Derived from the chamomile plant and characterized by its deep blue color;
has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. Good for sensitive skin
Clay - Correct Answer: Used in body muds to draw out impurities
, Auricular nodes - Correct Answer: Lymph nodes near the ear
MLD - Correct Answer: Manual Lymphatic Drainage; requires the use of light pressure; related to the
circulatory system; contraindications include heart failure, kidney disease, acute conditions due to
bacterial or viral infection
circulatory system - Correct Answer: the organs and tissues involved in circulating blood and lymph
through the body
Edema - Correct Answer: Swelling caused by the collection of fluid in connective tissue
Aseptic technique - Correct Answer: Precautions taken to prevent contamination. Ex: wearing gloves,
handling tools properly, etc.
165 degrees - Correct Answer: Temperature that herbal wraps should be heated to by a hydrocolator
Ultrasonic Blade - Correct Answer: Hydrating and exfoliating treatment that may be used prior to more
aggressive exfoliation
Rhytidectomy - Correct Answer: surgical removal of wrinkles, also called a face lift
Proteolytic - Correct Answer: destroying or dissolving protein; can be catalyzed by enzymes
proteolytic enzymes - Correct Answer: enzymes that break down proteins
Mineral Masks - Correct Answer: tighten and tone as they dry
Eczematation - Correct Answer: The weeping, crusting, and inflammation of the skin
Salicylic Acid - Correct Answer: Acid known for its exfoliating, anti-microbial, and anti-inflammatory
benefits
Written Exam with complete questions
and correct answers (verified)
GRADED A+
Acrochordon - Correct Answer: Small, benign outgrowth of epidermal and dermal tissue that looks like a
flap; skin tag. Can be removed using high-frequency or radio-frequency treatments
Pathogenic - Correct Answer: disease causing
Oxidation - Correct Answer: loss of electrons
Elastosis - Correct Answer: loss of elasticity in the skin; breakdown of elastic tissue
Melasma - Correct Answer: The "mask of pregnancy," a patchy tan-to-dark brown discoloration of the
face.
Anagen - Correct Answer: The period of active hair growth; not recommended to apply lash extensions
to lashes in this phase
Cata - Correct Answer: breakdown, downward
Iontophoresis - Correct Answer: Process of infusing water-soluble products into the skin with the use of
electric current, such as the use of the positive and negative poles of a galvanic machine. Used in
microcurrent devices for product penetration
Catagen - Correct Answer: the brief transition period between the growth and resting phases of a hair
follicle
,Telogen - Correct Answer: (resting phase) the final phase in the hair cycle that lasts until the fully grown
hair is shed.
Cataphoresis - Correct Answer: Process of fusing an acidic (positive) product into deeper tissues using
galvanic current from the positive pole toward the negative pole.
Cushing's disease - Correct Answer: Hormonal disease in which too much cortisone is produced,
resulting in the thinning and bruising of the skin
Galvanic - Correct Answer: Low-level direct current used in facial treatments; produces an
electrochemical effect
Estrogen - Correct Answer: Hormone responsible for collagen production
Why should the technician wear personal protective equipment while performing microdermabrasion? -
Correct Answer: To avoid cross-infection and exposure to clinical waste
Phytotherapy - Correct Answer: The use of plants and their properties for therapeutic purposes
Electrodessication - Correct Answer: surgically drying out and destroying tissue though the use of high-
frequency electric current (also known as fulguration)
Non-ablative (i.e. IPL and LED) - Correct Answer: which type of light treatment penetrates the epidermis,
usually without affecting it, to treat the papillary dermis below?
50% - Correct Answer: Maximum percentage of AHAs that can be used by an esthetician
Azulene - Correct Answer: Derived from the chamomile plant and characterized by its deep blue color;
has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. Good for sensitive skin
Clay - Correct Answer: Used in body muds to draw out impurities
, Auricular nodes - Correct Answer: Lymph nodes near the ear
MLD - Correct Answer: Manual Lymphatic Drainage; requires the use of light pressure; related to the
circulatory system; contraindications include heart failure, kidney disease, acute conditions due to
bacterial or viral infection
circulatory system - Correct Answer: the organs and tissues involved in circulating blood and lymph
through the body
Edema - Correct Answer: Swelling caused by the collection of fluid in connective tissue
Aseptic technique - Correct Answer: Precautions taken to prevent contamination. Ex: wearing gloves,
handling tools properly, etc.
165 degrees - Correct Answer: Temperature that herbal wraps should be heated to by a hydrocolator
Ultrasonic Blade - Correct Answer: Hydrating and exfoliating treatment that may be used prior to more
aggressive exfoliation
Rhytidectomy - Correct Answer: surgical removal of wrinkles, also called a face lift
Proteolytic - Correct Answer: destroying or dissolving protein; can be catalyzed by enzymes
proteolytic enzymes - Correct Answer: enzymes that break down proteins
Mineral Masks - Correct Answer: tighten and tone as they dry
Eczematation - Correct Answer: The weeping, crusting, and inflammation of the skin
Salicylic Acid - Correct Answer: Acid known for its exfoliating, anti-microbial, and anti-inflammatory
benefits
