Milady Esthetics State Board Test Exam
Questions And Answers Verified 100% Correct
What is a characteristic of alpha lipoic acid? - ANSWER it is found in every cell in the
body
Dimethicone is an example of a - ANSWER silicone
A type of humectant? - ANSWER seaweed
Soap is not recommended as a cleanser because it: - ANSWER can leave a film on the
skin
Cleansing cream is used primarily to? - ANSWER dissolve makeup and dirt
The main type of surfactants used in skin cleansing products are? - ANSWER
detergents
When choosing a product line, it's important to? - ANSWER consider the quality of the
ingredients
The removal of dead epidermal cells is called: - ANSWER exfoliation
Cleansers should be used _____ as the first step in a skin care routine. - ANSWER
twice a day
Which type of toner usually has the lowest alcohol content? - ANSWER fresheners
Which UV rays are mainly absorbed by the ozone layer? - ANSWER UVC
Clients with pacemakers or heart irregularities should avoid: - ANSWER electric
treatment
The T-zone is the area made up of: - ANSWER the forehead, nose, and chin
For a condition such as hyperpigmentation, visible results: - ANSWER can take weeks
or months to appear
Oily skin: - ANSWER is prone to blemishes
,Compared to UVA rays, UVB rays: - ANSWER are stronger
Which of these is a common skin condition seen by estheticians today? - ANSWER
adult acne, actinic aging from sun damage, and problems from hormonal fluctuations.
From the center of the face, if you can see the pore size change from medium to larger
just outside the T-zone on the cheeks next to the nose, this is a _____ skin type. -
ANSWER combination
Which type of product works best for combination skin? - ANSWER water-based
What has an intrinsic effect on the skin? - ANSWER vitamin deficiency
What is the most noticeable symptom of telangiectasis? - ANSWER redness
Sagging skin is a sign of? - ANSWER poor elasticity
Sunburns and skin cancers are primarily caused by? - ANSWER UVB
A person with keratosis has? - ANSWER a rough patch of skin
What is the second step in the skin analysis process? - ANSWER cleansing the skin
Solar comedones are large blackheads found where? - ANSWER around the eyes
Which food is a natural source of antioxidants? - ANSWER berries
Skin is considered dry if it? - ANSWER does not produce enough oil
Dehydrated skin can be caused by? - ANSWER internal or external factors
On which part of the face would you perform petrissage? - ANSWER cheeks
When performing massage, how much pressure should you use with your hands? -
ANSWER an equal amount for both hands
Which type of massage involves a rubbing movement? - ANSWER Friction
Percussion is another name for which type of massage? - ANSWER tapotement
When performing the tapping component of the facial massage, you should avoid: -
ANSWER the jawbone
, What is the main purpose of a cleansing massage? - ANSWER to continue the cleaning
process, help remove dead surface cells, and stimulate the skin
How does the technician create movement when using vibration? - ANSWER with the
body and shoulders
To maintain soft skin, you should: - ANSWER keep your hands exfoliated
Name the types of friction movement? - ANSWER Chucking, rolling, and wringing
Where can you start a facial massage? - ANSWER Massage may be started on either
the chin, décolleté or forehead.
Normal healthy skin appears as which color under a Wood's lamp? - ANSWER Blue
white
If there is argon gas in the electrode, when electricity passes through it, it may emit
____ light. - ANSWER blue
At the end of the day, you should clean the hot cabby and? - ANSWER leave the door
open overnight
Which type of products are used for desincrustation? - ANSWER alkaline
When using a steamer, at what point should you turn on the ozone switch? - ANSWER
After steam is visible
How long does a steam treatment ordinarily last? - ANSWER 6-10 minutes
Ozone - ANSWER consists of three oxygen atoms (O3), is created after a lightning
storm, and has antiseptic qualities.
Which of these is a benefit to steaming the skin? - ANSWER it softens debris
A Wood's lamp uses a filtered _____ light. - ANSWER filtered black light that is used to
illuminate fungi, bacterial disorders, pigmentation problems, and other skin problems.
A well-constructed and well-maintained magnifying lamp can last up to? - ANSWER ten
years
What are the benefits of peels? - ANSWER Peels improve the barrier function, moisture
retention, elastin, and collagen production. Peels also reduce fine lines, wrinkles, and
Questions And Answers Verified 100% Correct
What is a characteristic of alpha lipoic acid? - ANSWER it is found in every cell in the
body
Dimethicone is an example of a - ANSWER silicone
A type of humectant? - ANSWER seaweed
Soap is not recommended as a cleanser because it: - ANSWER can leave a film on the
skin
Cleansing cream is used primarily to? - ANSWER dissolve makeup and dirt
The main type of surfactants used in skin cleansing products are? - ANSWER
detergents
When choosing a product line, it's important to? - ANSWER consider the quality of the
ingredients
The removal of dead epidermal cells is called: - ANSWER exfoliation
Cleansers should be used _____ as the first step in a skin care routine. - ANSWER
twice a day
Which type of toner usually has the lowest alcohol content? - ANSWER fresheners
Which UV rays are mainly absorbed by the ozone layer? - ANSWER UVC
Clients with pacemakers or heart irregularities should avoid: - ANSWER electric
treatment
The T-zone is the area made up of: - ANSWER the forehead, nose, and chin
For a condition such as hyperpigmentation, visible results: - ANSWER can take weeks
or months to appear
Oily skin: - ANSWER is prone to blemishes
,Compared to UVA rays, UVB rays: - ANSWER are stronger
Which of these is a common skin condition seen by estheticians today? - ANSWER
adult acne, actinic aging from sun damage, and problems from hormonal fluctuations.
From the center of the face, if you can see the pore size change from medium to larger
just outside the T-zone on the cheeks next to the nose, this is a _____ skin type. -
ANSWER combination
Which type of product works best for combination skin? - ANSWER water-based
What has an intrinsic effect on the skin? - ANSWER vitamin deficiency
What is the most noticeable symptom of telangiectasis? - ANSWER redness
Sagging skin is a sign of? - ANSWER poor elasticity
Sunburns and skin cancers are primarily caused by? - ANSWER UVB
A person with keratosis has? - ANSWER a rough patch of skin
What is the second step in the skin analysis process? - ANSWER cleansing the skin
Solar comedones are large blackheads found where? - ANSWER around the eyes
Which food is a natural source of antioxidants? - ANSWER berries
Skin is considered dry if it? - ANSWER does not produce enough oil
Dehydrated skin can be caused by? - ANSWER internal or external factors
On which part of the face would you perform petrissage? - ANSWER cheeks
When performing massage, how much pressure should you use with your hands? -
ANSWER an equal amount for both hands
Which type of massage involves a rubbing movement? - ANSWER Friction
Percussion is another name for which type of massage? - ANSWER tapotement
When performing the tapping component of the facial massage, you should avoid: -
ANSWER the jawbone
, What is the main purpose of a cleansing massage? - ANSWER to continue the cleaning
process, help remove dead surface cells, and stimulate the skin
How does the technician create movement when using vibration? - ANSWER with the
body and shoulders
To maintain soft skin, you should: - ANSWER keep your hands exfoliated
Name the types of friction movement? - ANSWER Chucking, rolling, and wringing
Where can you start a facial massage? - ANSWER Massage may be started on either
the chin, décolleté or forehead.
Normal healthy skin appears as which color under a Wood's lamp? - ANSWER Blue
white
If there is argon gas in the electrode, when electricity passes through it, it may emit
____ light. - ANSWER blue
At the end of the day, you should clean the hot cabby and? - ANSWER leave the door
open overnight
Which type of products are used for desincrustation? - ANSWER alkaline
When using a steamer, at what point should you turn on the ozone switch? - ANSWER
After steam is visible
How long does a steam treatment ordinarily last? - ANSWER 6-10 minutes
Ozone - ANSWER consists of three oxygen atoms (O3), is created after a lightning
storm, and has antiseptic qualities.
Which of these is a benefit to steaming the skin? - ANSWER it softens debris
A Wood's lamp uses a filtered _____ light. - ANSWER filtered black light that is used to
illuminate fungi, bacterial disorders, pigmentation problems, and other skin problems.
A well-constructed and well-maintained magnifying lamp can last up to? - ANSWER ten
years
What are the benefits of peels? - ANSWER Peels improve the barrier function, moisture
retention, elastin, and collagen production. Peels also reduce fine lines, wrinkles, and
