Esthetics Milady State Board

1. Which skin cancer is the most common? basal cell carcino- ma 2. 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 3. The skin's acid mantle has a pH of 5.5 4. The process of using electric current to introduce wa- ter soluble products into the skin is called 5. Warm towels or steam should never be used too long as 6. Generally what is the amount of esthetician income that is attributable to retail of products? Iontophoresis they can damage capillaries 15% to 30% 7. To which category does the CDC (National Center for Disease Control) assign estheticians? 8. Sensory Information is carried to the brain via which nervous system? personal service worker peripheral ner- vous system 9. What is the most common type of bacteria? bacilli 10. When applying a cleansing product, the amount you will need should be approximately . 11. For which of the following skin conditions would you most likely use the ozone option with the steamer? 12. Forcing an acid-based solution into the skin with the aid of galvanic current is known as 1/2 teaspoon acne cataphoresis 13. Which of the following is not an arm muscle? platysma 14. What is the most likely client condition that would make you think twice about sunscreen recommenda- tions? allergy 15. Bacteria that are shaped like rods are called Bacilli 16. In regard to human nutrition, calcium, magnesium and phosphorous are considered? essential minerals 17. Retinoic acid is a form of which vitamin? Vitamin A 18. When using a steamer, how far should you keep the steam from your client's face? 19. Which of the following masks would be least effective in hydrating dry, dehydrated skin? 20. Which of the following is not an example of epilation ? 15 to 18 inches clay Shaving 21. 21. A phenol peel, a deep peel that only a physician can perform, can often cause what condition? a permanent loss of pigment 22. Makeup brushes must be disinfected after use with? antibacterial soap and disinfectant 23. The digestive system uses to help break down and utilize food enzymes 24. What is the midpoint of the pH scale? 7 25. What is considered the control center of the cell? the Nucleus 26. To remove a paraffin mask you should . use a wooden spatula to loosen it from the edges of the face and neck 27. At approximately what pH level is the skin? 4.5 to 5.5 28. When using the Lucas spray, what is important to keep in mind? 29. There are three muscles of the ear the in front of the ear, the in the back of the ear, and the above the ear. 30. Which organ filters out waste products created by digestion 31. What is the universal goal in treating all skin types- oily, dry and combination. 32. Because copper wire easily transmits electricity, it is considered a . the metal contain- er can get ex- tremely hot auricularis anteri- or, auricularis pos- terior, auricularis superior. the liver promoting ideal skin barrier func- tioning conductor 33. 33. Using eyeliner on the eyelid lashes will have what effect? 34. Which of the following sunscreen ingredients is a 'blocker' as opposed to an 'absorber'. 35. The nerve affects the muscles of the upper part of the cheek. 36. Which masks are often made with ingredients such as collagen and elastin, and harden to a rubber-like texture? 37. The base of the hair follicles, glands, blood and lymph vessels are found in which layer of the skin? 38. What are small cysts of sebum and dead cells called that appear like tiny pearls on the skin? 39. When used in topical treatments which vitamin is known to help heal damaged skin such as burns and stretch marks? 40. When treating sensitive skin, it is advisable to reduce the amount of used . 41. during a facial massage, if you need to stop for any reason you should 42. when using a fire extinguisher to put out a fire, you should aim at , from feet away. 43. which light is used in esthetics for its germicidal properties make the eyes ap- pear bigger zinc oxide zygomatic modeling dermis Milia Vitamin E heat or steam feather the hands off The base of the fire, six. ultraviolet 44. What does pH indicate? How alkaline, neu- tral or acidic a sub- stance is. Muscles affected by facial massage are generally massaged in the direction of insertion point to origin point. 46. oxygen rich blood is pumped from the heart into the aorta 47. When preparing a first time client for her facial, in general, it is best to assume 48. Which skin cancers are most likely to spread to other parts of the body? 49. before removing an electrode from the clients face, you must first . 50. Which skin condition, which causes darkening of the skin around the upper lip, is triggered by hormone fluctuations? 51. When treating sensitive skin, what should the objec- tive be? that she is not fa- miliar with how to wear the gown or put on the facial wrap. Malignant melanoma and squamous cell. turn the current down then off. melasma to calm and cool the skin 52. What is algotherapy? therapy incorpo- rating seaweed 53. There are seven bones at the top of the spinal column which are called the . 54. Which of the following ingredients is often used in sunscreens to reflect UVA and UVB? cervical vertebrae zinc oxide 55. When is lip liner usually applied? before lip color 56. You've cleansed the area, tested the wax temperature, hold the skin applied the wax and placed a strip of muslin over it. You've run your finger over the surface of the fabric three times in the direction of the hair growth, keeping tought. the strip parallel to the skin. What have you forgotten to do? 57. What is the term for the soft, unpigmented hair that grows on the body? 58. In the startum corneum, keratinocytes harden, be- coming . 59. Which skin cancer is an irregular, crusted red papule that occurs in sun exposed areas and can spread throughout the body internally? vellus hair corneocytes Squamous cell carcinoma 60. Your breathing is regulated by . The autonomic nervous system 61. Why are acne patients cautioned against washing their skin too often? 62. What could you find in an emulsion that you would not find in suspension? Because washing strips natural oils surfactants 63. In esthetics, microcurrent is used mainly to . tone, stimulate fa- cial muscle. 64. Which two masks use heat to help penetrate ingredi- ents into the skin? 65. What mild current used in electrotherapy closely mimics the body's own electrical impulses? modelage and paraffin wax microcurrent 66. You can double dip a mascara wand if . The mascara will be used on that client only. 67. When preforming the facial massage, it's important to keep constant contact with the skin, and keep . a consistent rhythm 68. petrissage Which type of massage involves pinching the skin on the fleshier parts of the face? 69. Which ingredient, derived from mushrooms, had proven to lighten hyperpigmentation ? Kojic acid 70. Excessive sebum secretion is known as seborrhea 71. After applying cleanser to your client you should rinse each area at least how many times? 72. Which of the following is a scale that is used to define different levels of photodamage? Three Glogau scale 73. Two common synonyms for pathogenic bacteria are microbes and germs 74. When waxing the jawline, you should? wax above and be- low jawline seper- atley 75. After you have laid out supplies on a clean towel in preparation for a service, what should you do next? cover until ready to use 76. disease producing bacteria are called pathogenic 77. if a client shows you a build up of scaly and silvery patches of skin around their elbows what might this be? 78. Which vitamin deficiency could leAd to or contribute to bone conditions such as rickets and osteoporo- sis? psoriasis Vitamin D 79. HBV and HIV are pathogens. bloodborne 80. What peeling agent used in a medical setting is often layered, with each layer applied creating a deeper peel for the patient Trichloroacetic 81. The largest and strongest bone on the face is the . mandible 82. Which of the following is not considered an antioxi- dant? Bromelain 83. Roughly what percentage of bacteria are harmless (nonpathogenic) ? 70% 84. Which of the following is not generally considered a calming or soothing ingredient? vitamin C 85. Which cleansers are best suited to facial treatments? Cream cleansers 86. When applying makeup, you can de-emphasize flaws by using . slightly darker foundation 87. Which layer of the skin is also referred to as the cuticle? epidermis 88. Producing red and white blood cells is the function of which body system? Skeletal system 89. Bacteria that are spherical are called? cocci 90. Which ingredient derived from a plant is good for strengthening capillary walls and can be used to treat couperose skin? Horse chestnut 91. Moles, skin tags and verruca are examples of what type of skin disorder? Hypertrophy 92. Which of the following is generally not considered a contraindication for cellulite wraps? Rosacea 93. Which hormone affects the production of sebum? androgen 94. What is another name for boil? furuncle 95. eye protection Gloves and are essential during extrac- tions to safeguard the ethetician from being exposed to blood or bodily fluids? 96. The skins aging process that occurs as a conse- quence of getting older, not as a consequence of sun exposure or lifestyle choices, is called? 97. Which of the following is generally not considered a possible cause of sensitive skin? Intrinsic aging Excess sebum 98. Which type of light penetrates deepest into the skin? Ultraviolet A 99. What should the treatment room have if lancets are used? 100. The feature/benefit phase, when you tell a client about a products key ingredients and their benefits, is usu- ally carried out during which stage of client care? 101. To make a tint of a specific color, what would you add to it? 102. There are two blood circulating systems, pulmonary and 103. What is one of the direct effects that the hormone androgen has, which contributes to acne? 104. Which of the following is usually NOT considered a contraindication when it comes to waxing? 105. blood is supplied to the forehead by the artery. 106. Which of the following is not considered a contraindi- cation for most body treatments? a sharps container Delivery white systemic causes the folli- cle lining to shead more rapidly client is using hyaluronic acid products sunburn frontal Rosacea 107. What type of infection is a tinea infection? yeast 108. Which of the following is generally not a contraindi- cation for waxing? allergies 109. Retention hyperkeratosis can lead to . acne 110. How does a nerve cell recieve an impulse? via its dendrites 111. What is the name of the area of the brain that is located at the base of the cerebrum and maintains balance? 112. Which of the following is considered a skin type as opposed to a skin condition? 113. Hair can only be permanently removed when it is in the phase. 114. What is the condition called when improper shaving leads to hair becoming trapped under the skin, caus- ing bacterial infection? 115. What is the name of the system that spurs growth and development of the body? cerebellum dry skin Anagen folliculitis endocrine system 116. What are the two main functions of blood? to deliver nourish- ment and remove toxins for elimina- tion.