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What is the technical name for the study of skin, including its structure, functions, diseases and treatment?

dermatology

The outer protective layer of the skin is called:

epidermis

Where does mitosis (cell division) or replacement of the skin take place?

stratum germinativum

Which of the following layers of skin does not contain any blood vessels?

epidermis

The stratum germinativum and what other layer of the skin contain melanin?

stratum spinosum

On the human body, the thickest skin is located on the:

palms and soles

The deterioration of collagen and elastin fibers during the aging process causes:

wrinkles

Sudoriferous glands, sebaceous glands, sensory nerve endings, blood vessels, arrector pili muscles and a major portion of each hair follicle are found in the:

dermis

The stratum corneum is composed of:

keratin cells

What is a major function of the sudoriferous gland?

help to regulate body temperature

The sebaceous gland produces

sebum (oil)

What is the function of sebum?

mix with sweat to form the acid mantle

The excretion of sweat from the skin is controlled by the:

nervous system

What is one function of the acid mantle?

keep skin from drying and chapping

Nerve bundles in the subcutaneous tissue branch into the stratum granulosum layer and respond to:

pain

Which layer of the skin acts as a protective cushion to protect the bones and gives the body its contour and shape?

subcutaneous layer

What tans the skin to help protect it from harmful ultraviolet rays from the sun?

melanin

The most common skin type is:

combination

An allergic reaction to cosmetics or chemicals that salon professionals may be susceptible to is called:

dermatitis venenata

What is the technical term for the study of diseases?

pathology

How should a salon professional react if the client has a skin disease?

refer client to a physician

The term used to identify conditions that are brief and severe is:

acute

Herpes simplex is the technical term for:

fever blisters

An example of a subjective symptom would be:

itching

Vesicles can be produced by which of the following conditions?

poison ivy

A secondary lesion appearing as round, dry patches of skin covered with rough, silvery scales is called:

psoriasis

What may happen to the skin if an area is subject to pressure or friction?

it may become callused

Which of the following skin lesions often occurs when skin loses its flexibility due to exposure to wind, cold, water, and cracks in the skin appear?

fissure

Verruca is a name given to a variety of:

warts

What is the technical name for liver spots?

chloasma

What is another name for a stain in the skin caused by the dilation of the small blood vessels in the skin, also known as a birthmark?

naevus

What is the technical term for a decrease in activity of melanocytes?

leukoderma

Melanotic sarcoma is a skin cancer that begins with:

a mole

Where does a steatoma most often appear?

on the scalp, neck and back

What is the disorder called that is an over-production of perspiration caused by excessive heat or general body weakness?

hyperhidrosis

What is the professional action to take when a client with rosacea requests a facial service?

proceed with the service with approval of the client’s physician

Accumulations of hardened sebum beneath the skin are called whiteheads or:

milia

Acne can be found in two stages, acne simplex and:

acne vulgaris

What is a condition called that is characterized by dry, scaly skin with reduced production of sebum?

asteatosis

Which disorder is caused by excessive secretion of the sebaceous glands?

seborrhea

Applying pressure to motor points will have which of the following effects?

soothe and stimulate nerves and muscles

Effleurage is a massage movement that involves a:

light, gentle stroking or circular movement

The gentle massage movement that often begins and ends a massage treatment is:

effleurage

If a client suffers from high blood pressure or has suffered a stroke or heart attack, massage movements should:

be avoided since massage increases circulation

The massage manipulation that consists of light or heavy kneading and rolling of the muscles is called:

petrissage

Which massage movement deeply stimulates the muscles, nerves and skin glands?

petrissage

Which of the following massage manipulations is a circular or wringing movement usually carried out with the fingertips or palms of the hands?

friction

Areas of the skin that are diseased, broken, bruised or scraped:

should not be massaged

The massage movement that should NOT be used when the client needs soothing is:

tapotement

Some benefits of facial masks include; increase of blood circulation in treated areas, removal of surface dirt, softening of the skin and:

absorbing and removing unwanted surface oil

Which of the following is NOT generally a contraindication for skin care services?

low blood pressure

Which of the following descriptions identify where wax should NOT be applied?

over sunburn

Why is it not recommended to wax lanugo hair?

skin may lose its softness

Used wax should be disposed of after:

every client

How do chemical depilatories remove unwanted hair?

by degrading the protein structure of the hair

Why will many clients have the opinion that shaved hair feels more coarse or thicker following removal?

due to the blunt effect of the razor

In what direction are eyebrow hairs tweezed?

in the direction of hair growth

What hair removal method is available for clients who cannot tolerate hot wax treatments?

cold wax treatment

Which temporary hair removal service is beneficial for removing hair from both large and small areas of the body?

waxing

In what direction do you pull removal strips during hot wax treatments?

in the opposite direction of the hair growth

What should be applied to the skin following the use of a wax depilatory?

a soothing toner

Inserting a single needle into a hair follicle and using a high frequency/short-wave current describes a hair removal method called:

thermolysis

What colors seem to minimize or diminish the appearance of facial features?

darker colors

On what area of the face is a foundation tested for a color match?

jaw line

Why would the salon professional apply a lighter shade when performing a corrective makeup procedure?

to emphasize a facial area

Whether covering the entire face or if using a two-shade application, foundation must be blended to:

avoid a line of demarcation

One method to make wide-set eyes appear closer together is:

extend the brows past the inside corner of the eyes

Facial powders are designed to:

set other makeup products so they last longer

A colorless, translucent powder may be worn with any foundation shade since it is designed to:

allow the skin/foundation shade to show through

Semi-permanent individual lashes do not adhere to lower lashes for as long as top ones because of:

the body’s natural oils