ESTHETICS: Ch 13 - Advanced Topics & Treatments

As a spa owner, it’s important to encourage your staff to continue their education in advanced skin care topics because:

• Advanced machine technology is always evolving

• It will keep your spa up-to-date with legal regulations

Which of these statements about LED is true?

• It’s used for skin rejuvenation

• Different colors of LED produce different effects

• LED light can help improve acne

• All of the above

What is a TCA peel used for?

• Lightening highly pigmented skin

• Darkening lightly pigmented skin

• Diminishing sun damage and wrinkles

• Preventing collagen and elastin production

What happens to the cell renewal factor as you age?

• It speeds up

• It slows down

What is a normal pH for skin?

• 0-2

• 7-8

• 4.5-5.5

• 9.5-10.5

What is true of open sores and suspicious lesions?

• They can be covered with gauze as you exfoliate the skin

• These conditions always contraindicate chemical exfoliation

What is NOT something that clients should be advised to avoid for at least 24 to 48 hours in advance of a chemical exfoliation procedure?

• Showering

• Sun exposure

• Benzoyl peroxide applications

• Waxing

A person with what condition would be better suited for microdermabrasion versus other forms of exfoliation?

• Loose skin

• Oily skin

• Dry skin

• Inability to tolerate acids

You’re recommending a microcurrent treatment to a client. Which of the following is not a result your client should expect?

• Improved circulation

• Boosted cellular activity

• Cellulite reduction

• Firm muscles

What are commonly used in balbeotherapy body treatments?

• Powerful water jets

• Hot stones

• Dead sea salts

• Crystals