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WorksheetsChapter 13: Advanced Topics & Treatments
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
What is true of the esthetic use of machine technology?
Advanced technology has not altered much in the last five years.
Machines can produce better results.
Advanced technology is not generally worth the expense.
The newest technology is always the most effective choice.
What do the terms superficial peeling, exfoliation, keratolysis, and desquamation refer to?
Removal of dead skin cells
Hair removal
Ultrasound techniques
Lymphatic drainage
During a chemical exfoliation, it would NOT be normal to use
Jessner's peel
microdermabrasion
AHA
enzymes
What would be an alkaline pH?
3
5
7
9
What is true of the pH of human skin?
It is alkaline.
It is acidic for some skin types, alkaline in others.
It is acidic.
It is neutral.
6. The best choice of a product's pH for use in salon peels is:
3 to 5.5
6.0 to 7.0
4.5 to 5.5
8.0 to 9.0
The peels that typically have the lowest pH are
physician peels
spa peels
over-the-counter peels
AHA home care peels
Who has the longest cell renewal factor (CRF)?
Babies
Teenagers
Adults under 50
Adults over 50
After a chemical peel, estheticians should tell clients to avoid
irritants such as sunscreen
sun exposure
showering
exercising for at least 24 hours.
What type of treatment would a client who was a vegan likely object to?
A tartaric acid peel
A peel made with bromelain
A peel made with papain
A peel made with trypsin
When would an enzyme peel NOT be typically used?
Before microdermabrasion
In conjunction with a clinical facial
In conjunction with LED treatment
Before a chemical peel
What is good advice for estheticians who do not have much experience with enzyme peels?
Be prepared to remove the peel earlier than the manufacturer's recommendations.
Be prepared to leave the peel on a little bit longer than usual to ensure it is working.
Always leave the peel on at least as long as the manufacturer's recommended minimum removal time.
Only perform spot removal in an emergency.
What AHA penetrates the epidermis most effectively?
Lactic acid
Citric acid
Glycolic acid
Tartaric acid
Clients put themselves at the most risk if they wish to schedule a chemical peel in
November
January
July
March
Clients should NOT typically experience flaking when using
BHA peels
AHA peels
Jessner's peels
TCA peels
What does crystal-free microdermabrasion rely on to work?
A serum
A diamond-tip applicator
Corundum powder
Aluminum oxide
Microdermabrasion would be a good choice for
clients with inflamed acne
clients who are prone to hyperpigmentation
clients who are wrinkled
clients who have fragile skin
What is the most important thing to know about light therapy is?
Lasers use multiple colors and wavelengths at once.
Lasers and IPL are synonymous.
Contrary to popular belief, lasers are not powerful.
The equipment should be selected based on skin type and condition to be treated.
What is the best laser to use for lower Fitzpatrick clients who are seeking a hair removal procedure?
Alexandrite
Diode
Nd:YAG
Crystal
Light therapy does not typically use what part of the spectrum?
Ultraviolet
Infrared
Visible
Far infrared
What light therapy specifically targets spider veins?
Ultraviolet
Infrared
LED
IPL
When using LEDs, the eyes and _____ must be protected
the nose
the mouth
the thyroid
the liver
What does microcurrent directly target, when used for esthetic purposes?
Epidermis
Muscles
Follicles
Sebaceous glands
How often should microcurrent treatments occur for visible results?
Daily for 10 days
Once a week for 10 sessions
Twice a month for 5 sessions
Once a month for a year
What type of client would benefit the most from microcurrent?
A client who is pregnant and could not use a chemical peel
For a client who has epilepsy and could not use a laser treatment
For an older client who has sagging skin
An older client who has phlebitis
What does the term ultrasound mean?
Extremely high frequencies of sound
Extremely low frequencies of sound
Extremely loud sounds
Extremely quiet sounds
In esthetics, ultrasound is usually used for
hair removal
cellulite reduction
muscle stimulation
pain reduction
What does sonophoresis help with?
Cellulite reduction
Hair removal
Product absorption
Muscle stimulation
What is true of microneedling?
It induces collagen production.
It is illegal in the United States.
It is used by estheticians to prevent hair loss.
It is less invasive than Nano infusion.
What should clients be instructed to do after detoxifying body treatments?
Avoid sunlight
Avoid strenuous physical activity
Drink a lot of water
Fast
What treatment does NOT incorporate the use of seaweed and mud?
Body wraps
Body scrubs
Balneotherapy
Body masks
What spa treatment is most similar to a body mask?
Body scrubs
Hydrotherapy
Balneotherapy
Body wraps
What type of treatment includes saunas, steam rooms, and Vichy showers?
Hydrotherapy
Body scrubs
Balneotherapy
Body wraps
The spa treatment that may be incorporated into a regular facial is
hydrotherapy
stone massage
reflexology
balneotherapy
The treatment that uses a vacuum massage to treat cellulite is called?
Endermology
Balneotherapy
Reflexology
Stone massage
What is the primary cause of cellulite?
A low-fiber diet
Mental and emotional stress
An overly hydrated epidermis
Female hormones and genetics
What do amino acids, aloe vera, Vitamin B and essential fatty acids potentially help with?
Cellulite reduction
Chakra balancing
Sunless tanning
Increased circulation
Cellulite is most effectively minimized with
detox diets
liposuction
muscle-stimulating systems
exercise
Before and after surgery, swelling may be reduced with
reflexology
manual lymph drainage
endermology
body wraps
What is NOT true of MLD (manual lymph drainage)?
It reduces cellulite.
It typically requires advanced training or licensing.
It involves the use of machines.
It works well in conjunction with facials.
What is NOT a process that typically falls under the category of medical esthetics?
Botox injections
Laser hair removal
Reflexology
Chemical peels
Most Botox injections take place in
the lips
the side of the mouth
the upper brow
between the eyes
What surgery might help with a patient's vision?
Blepharoplasty
Rhinoplasty
Rhytidectomy
Forehead lift
When performing a back facial with enzyme mask, an esthetician can choose not to use
protective eyewear
a steamer
sun protection
warm towels
When performing a light glycolic peel, begin with the
forehead
nose
upper lip
chin
When performing a light glycolic peel, finish treating the
nose
forehead
upper lip
chin
What would be unusual for the client to experience during a light glycolic peel?
Moderate erythema
Tingling
Itchiness
A spotty appearance
When performing a crystal-free microdermabrasion hand piece, do not exceed single area.
1
2
3
4
When using crystal-free microdermabrasion, the most common application technique involves passes.
horizontal
vertical
diagonal
cross-hatching
The diamond tip of a crystal-free microdermabrasion machine would typically be changed:
before working on the forehead
before working on the nose
when mild erythema is visible
between the second and third passes
