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| The use of electrical devices for therapeutic benefits. |
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| What is the purpose of the mag lamp (Loupe)? |
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| Magnifies the face to help the esthetician treat and analyze the skin. |
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| A filtered black light that is used to illuminate fungi, bacteria disorders, pigmentation problems, and other skin problems. This lamp can only be used in a dark room. |
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| What is the main purpose of the rotary brush? |
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| To exfoliate the skin. It stimulates the skin and helps soften excess oil, dirt, and cell buildup. |
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| How does the Wood's lamp work? |
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Definition
| Different substances become lumious when exposed to the deep violet rays of the Wood's Lamp. |
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| How should the Rotary brushes be cleaned? |
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| After each client, they must be washed with soap and water, and then immersed into hospital strength disinfectant. |
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| What are some of the functions of the suction (vacuum) machine? |
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Definition
| Acts liek a miniature vacuum cleaner to suction out dirt, grease, and other impurities giving a deep penetrating massage and draws blood to the surface of the skin. |
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| What is the purpose of the spray machine? |
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| Used to flush out the pores, especially after suction and extractions. |
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| What is the spray bottle in the spray machine filled with? |
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| 2 parts distilled water and 1 part astringent (toner) |
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| What kind of water should be used for the vaporizer (steamer) ? |
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| Distilled or filtered water |
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| What is the general time of the steam treatment? |
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| What is used to clean the steamer ? |
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| Couple tablespoons of white vinegar |
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| What is the High-Frequency (telsa, violet) machine? |
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Definition
| Apparatus that utilizes alternating or sinusoidal current and has germicidal function. |
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| What are some benefits of High Frequency machine treatment? |
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Definition
Germicidal effect on the skin
Stimulates circulation
Helps oxygenate the skin
Increases cell metabolism
Helps coagulate and heal any open lesion after extraction by sparking it with mushroom electrode
Generates a warm feeling that has a relaxing effect on the skin. |
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| What 2 reactions can be created with galvanic current? |
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Definition
Chemical (desincrustation)
Ionic (iontophoresis) |
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| What are the purposes for desincrustation? |
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| It facilitates deep poor cleansing. Galvanic current is used to create a chemical reaction that emulsifies or liquifies sebum and debris. |
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| What is the process of saponification? |
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| A process where w/the help of galvanic current sebum of the skin is transformed into soap. |
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| The process of introducing water soluble products into the skin w/an electric current. |
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| What is cataphoresis referred to as? |
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| The infusion of a positive product into the skin. |
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| What is anaphoresis referred to as? |
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| The infusion of a negative product into the skin. |
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| What is the purpose of micro current? |
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| Micro current, or wave therapy devices, mimic the way the brain relays messages to the muscles. This helps stimulate motor nerves to the point where a visible contraction of the muscles can be seen. |
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| What can be used for treating dehydrated, mature and couperose skin? |
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Definition
| The lucas sprayer. The spray carries plant extracts, herb teas, skin fresheners to the face in a very fine mist. |
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| What is a microderm abrasion machine? |
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| It is a powerful electronic vacuum. Microdermabrasion is achieved by spraying high-grade microcrystals across the skin's surface through a closed stainless steel or class pressurized wand. |
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| What is the purspose of lasers? |
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| Lasers are medical devices used for hair removal and skin treatments. |
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| Name contraindications for electrotherapy. |
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Definition
Pacemaker
Metal Implants
Pregnancy
Clients w/epilepsy or seizure disorders
Clients afraid of electric current
Clients with broken/open skin |
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| Name contraindications for using bruses and suction devices. |
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| Procedure for cleaning steamer |
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Definition
2 TB white vinegar and fill jar to line w/water.
Turn on steamer - allow to heat (NO ozone)
Let the machine steam for 20 min or till level is low
Turn off steamer and let the solution rest for 15 min
After it cools - drain the steamer jar and refill w/water
Repeat w/fresh clean water till there is no trace of vinegar odor. |
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| Name 10 contraindications for Galvanic Current. |
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Definition
Metal implants or pacemaker
Braces
Heart conditions
Epilepsy
Pregnancy
HBP, Fever, or any infection
Diminished nerve sensibilities (diebetes can have)
Open or broken skin/inflamed pustular acne.
Couperose skin or rosacea
Chronic migraine headaches. |
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| Name 4 effects from Desincrustation |
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Definition
Causes an alkaline reaction
Softens and relaxes tissue
Stimulates nerve endings
Increases blood circulation |
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| Name 4 effects from Iontophoresis |
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Definition
Causes and acid reaction
Tightens the skin
Calms or soothes nerve endings
Decreases blood circulation |
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| Name 7 contraindications for High Frequency. |
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Definition
Couperose skin/inflamed acne
Pregnancy
Heart Problems
Pacemaker
HBP
Braces
Epilepsy |
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| Using electrical devices for therapeutic benefit is called? |
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Definition
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| What does galvanic current do for the skin? |
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| Aids in penetration of products |
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| The electric device that sanitizes the skin is called |
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| Valid contraindications for electrotherapy include |
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Metal implants
pregnancy
clients with epilepsy and seizure disorders
heart disease and pacemakers |
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| What is another name for a mag lamp? |
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Definition
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| A mag lamp uses what type of bulb |
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| The unit of measurement used for a mag lamp is called a? |
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| The average mag lamp used by estheticians comes in values of 3-, 5- and 10-diopter. What does this mean? |
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| 30, 50 and 100 times the power magnification |
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| A mag lens should be cleaned with |
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Definition
| a soft cloth and disinfectant |
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| Pigmentation tha tis seen with a Wood's lamp is in the dermis and _______________ lightened with professional skin care products. |
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| A thick corneum layer appears as ___________ when viewed through a wood's lamp. |
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| Healthy skin appears ______________ when viewed with a Wood's lamp |
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| Hot towels provide ____________ benefits |
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Soothing
Softening
warming |
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| A hot towel cabinet should b ecleaned with disinfectant |
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| The primary purpose of the rotary brush is |
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Definition
| light exfoliation of the skin |
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| What skin types shouldn't be treated with a rotary brush? |
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Dry
Combination
oily
inflamed |
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| When using a rotary brush it should be |
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Definition
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| Rotary brushes should be washed with ? |
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Definition
| Soap n Water and then immersed in hospital grade disinfectant |
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| Every time you use a steamer, you should |
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Definition
| wipe down the outside of the glass with a high level disinfectant |
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| Should you leave your water in the steamer overnight ? |
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Definition
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| What products should you use to clean the inside of the steamer jar? |
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| distilled water and white vinegar |
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| What can result from using tap water in your steamer? |
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Definition
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| You should not use a suction device on ? |
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Super Sensitive skin
couperose skin
inflamed skin |
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| 2 significant reactions caused by galvanic current are |
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Definition
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| Galvanic current is used during deincrustation to create a chemical reaction that |
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Definition
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| What is placed on the skin's surface when performing a desincrustation? |
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| alkaline based eletronegative solution |
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| People suffering from epilepsy or chronic migraines, pregnant or wear braces should not have a |
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| The most common desincrustation fluid used when performing anaphoresis is ? |
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| Introduces water soluble products w/ions into the skin |
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| Ionic penetration takes these 2 forms: cataphoresis and ________________. |
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| An ionto mask uses galvanic current for ? |
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| Deep pore cleansing and penetration of product |
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| Which type of current is used by high-frequency machines ? |
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Definition
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| Does High Frequency allow penetration no products into the skin? |
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Definition
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| The benefits of using high frequency on a client's skin include |
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Antiseptic effect
increases cell metabolism
helps oxygenate the skin
stimulates circulation
helps coagulate and heal open lesions after extractions
Generates a warm feeling which has a relaxing effect on the skin. |
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| The proper procedure for cleaning the glass electrode of a high frequency machine includes |
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Definition
| immersing the glass portion in a disinfectant solution. |
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| What is the spray machine for? |
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| Calms and hydrates the skin |
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| The Lucas spayer was invented by |
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| A crockpot shouldn't be used in lieu of a paraffin heater because? |
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| Paraffin heater keeps the wax at a comfortable safe heat level. |
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| The greatest advantage of purchasing separate facial machines, rather than an all in one unit is |
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| If one machine breaks down, you can utilize the others while it is being repaired. |
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| The greatest advantage of having an all in one facial machine is |
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| It conveniently provides all functions you need in a much smaller space. |
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