THE BEST Master Esthetician Study Guide Graded A+

THE BEST Master Esthetician Study Guide Graded A+ What part of the body has no capillaries? Epidermis How are lymphatic vessels and veins alike? Similar Structure What are electrolytes? Essential minerals—like sodium, calcium, and potassium—that are vital to many key functions in the body. What causes lymphedema? Blockage of lymphatic drainage What does deoxygenated blood carry? Waste What makes up the fluid part of lymph? White blood cells What is an esthetic symptom of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)? Excessive facial hair growth Where are acne flare-ups common in the week before menstruation? Chin and Jawline Where do the small pinpoint bumps associated with keratosis pillars usually appear? Back of arms or Cheeks What is a symptom of hypothyroidism? Weight gain, fatigue, & dry skin What is a physical sign of an estrogen deficiency? Very dry skin Which gland produces melatonin? Pineal What does cortisol do when the body is stressed? Increase blood sugar levels Where does hirsutism usually strike in women experiencing hormonal fluctuations? Face How many major endocrine glands are there in the human body? 8 Where is the dispersing electrode usually placed when using mono-polar radio-frequency (RF) treatments? Client's thigh or back. What is a parameter by which laser hazard classifications are determined? Laser output energy, or power & wavelengths What is NOT a condition that lasers absorbed by oxyhemoglobin are used to treat? Melasma What is red LED light used for? Reduce pain, build collagen, and increase circulation What is a clinical application for a CO2 laser? Ablative laser resurfacing. What is NOT one of the basic types of light that make up the electromagnetic spectrum? Incandescent What are the 4 characteristics of lasers? Coherence, Directionality, Monochromatic, High intensity. What is not a characteristic of lasers? Divergent is not a characteristics of laser. Describe laser Monochromatic (single color), coherent (organized), collimated (tight, parallel beam) What 3 parts does a laser need in order to work properly? Energy source, active medium, & optical cavity What is a unit that measures the wavelength of light? Nanometer What light is outside of the visible spectrum? Ultraviolet Why do UV rays damage the skin? The rays are shorter and mainly absorbed by the outer layers of the skin. What are the 3 types of chromophores? Melanin, Hemoglobin, & Water Which laser is designed for Tattoo Removal? Q-Switch What are 4 types of light-tissue effects? S.T.A.R. Scatter, Transmission Absorption Reflection What is the optimal tissue response with laser? Absorption What are the 3 settings YOU will control on the laser? Spot size, wavelength, & fluence What chromophore does a ND:YAG target? Oxyhemoglobin What laser works well to treat hair removal in Fitz V & VI? ND:YAG Targets blood supply to dermal papilla What is IPL? Broad-spectrum of light that targets melanin and hemoglobin Which laser is most effective for hair removal on Fitz II - IV? Alexandrite What is clinical use for LED therapy? Reduction of pain What color LED is used for acne skin? Blue What is NOT one of the three I's of the Roberts Skin Type Classification System? Irritation What Fitzpatrick skin type is common amongst people of Mediterranean backgrounds? Type IV What Glogau classification includes severe acne scarring? Type IV What is a characteristic of a person with a type I Glogau classification? No wrinkles at rest or while moving What Fitzpatrick type is common amongst people of a primarily Scottish background? Type I What type of treatment is indicated for a client with a level two Rubin's classification? Medium-Depth Peel What is a characteristic of women with androgen isotypes? Oilier skin What element is related to redness and couperose skin in Traditional Chinese Medicine? Fire What do moisturizers typically help skin to do? Retain Moisture What term refers to a condensation reaction of an alcohol and an acid that yields an ester and water? Esterification What is a common side effect of AHA use? Chemical Folliculitis What can cause the skin to lose moisture? Damage to the barrier of the skin Where should you use an AHA when treating a client with a blemish? Over the entire area with a tendency to blemish What do titanium dioxide and zinc oxide do when used in sunscreen? Protect against both UVA and UVB light What do free radicals do? They cause damage to parts of cells such as proteins, DNA, and cell membranes by stealing their electrons What is a characteristic of Vitamin C? Rapidly deactivated when exposed to moisture and oxygen What ingredient may be included in a performance cream to reduce the effects of hyperpigmentation? Kojic Acid, Licorice Root, Vit C, Hydroquinone What is a function of ascorbic acid? Antioxidant (Vit C) What type of product consists of a sealed glass vial containing concentrated ingredients? Ampoule What should a cleanser do? Remove debris/makeup, while maintaining the skin's natural protective barrier What is NOT an ingredient commonly used in masks designed for acne-prone skin? Emollients What does the term proteolytic mean? Protein-Dissolving Explain AHA's. They are water-loving and work through the hydrophilic aspect of the epidermis What does superficial exfoliation do? Improve rough textures What is the FINAL building block of treatment? Protection What chemical is used in deep peeling? Phenol What Fitzpatrick skin types are not good candidates for chemical exfoliation? V and VI