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polarity
Having two opposite poles, a positive and negative, in an electric current
the chemical process that completely destroys all microbial life and bacterial spores, leaving a nonporouos surface germ-free
sterilization
cleanser
Used to remove dirt, oils, dead skin cells and makeup from the skin
capable of destroying bacteria
bactericidal
excretory
system eliminates waste from the body
main function of this system is to develop immunities to protect the body from disease
lymphatic
secretion
delivers sebum to provide moisture and maintain skins elasticity
the fatty tissue found beneath the dermis
subcutaneous
alternating
an electrical current that moves in one direction, then changes to move in the opposites direction
second level of infection control where microorganisms are destroyed to prevent infection
disinfection
hyperhidrosis
condition where an overactive sudoriferous gland creates an over abundance of perspiration
Unit used to measure the resistance of an electric current
OHM
macule
discoloration, like freckles, that appear on the skins surface
an inflamed, elevated pimple containing pus
pustule
stratum germinativum
basal cell layer, deepest\innermost layer of epidermis
verruca
medical term for wart
foul smelling perspiration
bromhidrosis
galvanic
constant and direct, low voltage current
itchy swollen lesion that occurs after an insect bite or allergic reaction, also known as urticaria
wheal
absorption
function of the skin allows products to penetrate the skin, helping the skin to keep its stretch\elasticity
any material that helps or allows electric current to flow
conductor
hirsutism
condition of excessive hair growth, also known as Hypertrichosis
system regulates and controls all of the body's activities
nervous
sebaceous
a sac-like duct-gland, attached to hair follicles, that produce sebum
keeping the body temperature at 98.6 Fahrenheit
heat regulation
motor nerve
movement is produced when this type of nerve carries messages to the brain and\or spinal cord
cosmetic product used to cover or blend unevenskin tones
foundation
vitiligo
an inherited skin disorder where the loss of pigment producing cells creates smooth, irregularly-shaped white patches
liver spot
also known as Chloasma, these elevated, hyperpigmented brown spots are scattered on the hands arms or face
outermost layer of the dermis, located directly underneath the epidermis
papillary
sensory
nerves help brain recognize touch, cold, heat, sight, hearing, taste, smel, pain and pressure
alternating current used to produce heat, provide stimulation, and\or relaxation to the skin and scalp
tesla high frequency current
infection
by eliminating or decreasing microorganisms, an antiseptic prevents or reduces
result of the scraping or scratching of the skins surface or epidermal layer
excoration
leukoderma
disorder where light patches of hypopigmentation are present on the skin
platelets
also known as thrombocytes, which are responsible for the clotting of blood
more serious type of skin cancer than Basal Cell Carcinoma with red, scaly patches or open sores that may crust or bleed
squamous cell carcinoma

tuberculosis
if a salon disinfectant is labeled 'tuberulocidal', it can kill the bacteria that cause
normal, oily and dry are types of
skin conditions/types
excretion
Process of perspiring and cooling the body to maintain a healthy body temperature
a clear, slightly yellow fluid located within vessels and filtered by the lymph nodes
lymph
stratum spinosum
layer of the epidermis where cells develop tiny spines that help in binding all cells tightly together
Human Immunodeficiency Virus in its final stages, where the immune system is destroyed
AIDS
contact dermatitis

an allergic reaction caused through contact with or use of certain product, also known as Dermatitis Venenata

a virus that destroys white blood cells, weakening the immune system
HIV
nevus
birthmarks or stains on the skin, also known as
function of skin that protects it from enemies, such as V rays, bacterial infections, injury, and extreme weather
protection
stratum corneum
outermost layer of the epidermis, also known as the horny layer
thick-walled, right or left chamber on the bottom half of the heart
ventricle
Basal Cell Carcinoma
most common and the mildest form of skin cancer
if something is fungicidal, it can destroy
fungi
blood
Common Carotid Arteries are the main source of _____ supply to the face, head and neck
hepatitis is a bloodborne virus that can cause inflammation of the
liver
MRSA
An infection that starts as small, red bumps on the skin and is resistant to certain antibiotics
chronic skin disorder, with red inflamed areas on the face, especially the cheeks and nose
rosacea
tweezing
method of hair removal using tweezers
milia
commonly found around the eyes, cheeks and\or forehead, these small, white, keratin-filled bumps or cysts have no visible opening
respiratory system contains the organs that help to process
air
temporary hair removal
shaving, tweezing and waxing are methods of
a small sac or blister filled with clear fluid
vesicle
bulla
a large blister that contains clear, watery fluid
able to kill bacteria pseudomonas aeruginosa
pseudomonocidal
endocrine
system has specialized, ductless glands that regulate hormone production
an underactive sudoriferous gland creates a lack of perspiration, known as
anhidrosis

sudoriferous
sweat gland, which consists of tube-like ducts and helps the body in detoxification, is also known as
stimulating nerve endings through touch, heat, cold, pressure and pain receptors
sensation