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Which skin cancer is the most common?
basal cell carcinoma
In the papillary layer of our skin, are the nerve cells that provide us with our sense of touch. These are
called sensory, or _____________ nerves
afferent
The skin's acid mantle has a pH of
5.5
The process of using electric current to introduce water soluble products into the skin is
called_________
Iontophoresis
Warm towels or steam should never be used too long as
they can damage capillaries
Generally what is the amount of esthetician income that is attributable to retail of products?
15% to 30%
To which category does the CDC (National Center for Disease Control) assign estheticians?
personal service worker
Sensory Information is carried to the brain via which nervous system?
peripheral nervous system
What is the most common type of bacteria?
bacilli
When applying a cleansing product, the amount you will need should be approximately__________.
1/2 teaspoon
For which of the following skin conditions would you most likely use the ozone option with the
steamer?
acne
Forcing an acid-based solution into the skin with the aid of galvanic current is known as _____
cataphoresis
Which of the following is not an arm muscle?
platysma
, What is the most likely client condition that would make you think twice about sunscreen
recommendations?
allergy
Bacteria that are shaped like rods are called
Bacilli
In regard to human nutrition, calcium, magnesium and phosphorous are considered?
essential minerals
Retinoic acid is a form of which vitamin?
Vitamin A
When using a steamer, how far should you keep the steam from your client's face?
15 to 18 inches
Which of the following masks would be least effective in hydrating dry, dehydrated skin?
clay
Which of the following is not an example of epilation ?
Shaving
A phenol peel, a deep peel that only a physician can perform, can often cause what condition?
a permanent loss of pigment
Makeup brushes must be disinfected after use with?
antibacterial soap and disinfectant
The digestive system uses _______ to help break down and utilize food
enzymes
What is the midpoint of the pH scale?
7
What is considered the control center of the cell?
the Nucleus
To remove a paraffin mask you should ________.
use a wooden spatula to loosen it from the edges of the face and neck
At approximately what pH level is the skin?
4.5 to 5.5