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| Dry, scaly skin from sebum deficiency, can be due to aging, body disorders, alkalies of harsh soaps, or cold exposure |
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| liquids that help remove excess oil on the skin |
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| showing no symptoms or signs of infection |
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| smallest particle of an element that retains properties of that element |
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| genetically related to over reactive immune systems and prevalent in people with nasal allergies and asthma |
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| one of the two upper chambers of the heart through which blood is pumped to the ventricles |
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| muscle in front of the ear that draws the ear backward |
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| muscle behind the ear that draws the ear backward |
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| muscles above the ear that draws the ear upward |
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| nerve that affects the external ear and skin above the temple up to the top of the skull |
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| apparatus for sterilization by steam under pressure |
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| part of the nervous system that controls the involuntary muscles; regulates action of the smooth muscles, glands, blood vessels, and heart |
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| process or extension of a neuron by which impulses are sent away from the body of the cell |
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| Indian philosophy of balancing life and the body through various methods ranging from massage to eating habits. It is based on three doshas or mind and body types |
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| derived from the chamomile plant; characterized by deep blue color; has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties |
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| Bacilli (singular bacillus) |
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short, rod-shaped bacteria; most common bacteria; produce diseases such as:
tetanus (lockjaw), typhoid fever, tuberculosis and diphtheria |
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| one-celled microorganisms with both plant and animal characteristics; also know as microbes |
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| capable of destroying bacteria |
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| body treatments that use mud or fango, dead sea salt, seaweed, enzymes or peat baths |
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| eyelash hairs on a strip that are applied with adhesive to the natural lash line |
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| hair is trapped under the skin, causing a bacterial infection; from improper shaving |
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| lipid matrix that protects the skin's surface |
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| most common and the least severe type of skin cancer, often appears as light, pearly nodules |
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| drying ingredient with antibacterial properties; commonly used for blemishes and acne |
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| ingredients used in anti-aging cosmetics; help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating the formation of collagen |
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| BHAs (beta hydroxy acids) |
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| exfoliating organic acids; salicylic and citric acids. BHAs are milder than AHAs. BHAs dissolve oil and are beneficial for oily skin |
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| muscle producing the contour of the front and inner side of the upper arm |
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| substances such as glycerin that bind, or hold products together |
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| biologically active flavonoids; also called vitamin P; considered and aid to healthy skin and found most abundantly in citrus fruits |
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| eye lift. Removes the fat and skin from upper and lower lids |
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| nutritive fluid circulating through the circulatory system (heart, veins, arteries, capillaries) |
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| disease-causing bacteria or viruses that are carried through the body in the blood or body fluids |
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| therapeutic light; should be used only on bare oily skin; contains few heat rays, least penetrating, some germicidal and chemical benefits |
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| Remineralize and detoxify the body using clay, mud, gel or seaweed mixtures |
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| use of friction to exfoliate, hydrate, increase circulation, nourish the skin |
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| Remineralize, hydrate, stimulate or promote relaxation by using aloe, gels, lotions. oils, seaweed, herbs, clay or mud |
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| esthetician is required to pay the salon owner a rental fee, along with payment of utilities as agreed to operate in a specific space within the owner's establishment |
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| ingredients derived from the plants |
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| neuromuscular-blocking serum (botulinum toxin) that paralyzes nerve cells on the muscle where serum is injected |
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| part of the central nervous system; contained in the cranium; largest and most complex nerve tissue; controls sensation, muscles, glandular activity, power to think and feel |
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| structure that connects the spinal cord to the brain |
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| foul-smelling perspiration, usually in the armpits or on the feet |
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| nerve that affects the muscles of the mouth |
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| thin, flat muscle of the cheek between the upper and lower jaw that compresses the cheeks and expels air between the lips |
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| large blister containing watery fluid; similar to a vesicle, but larger |
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| strategy for understanding key elements in developing business; also serves as a guide to making informed business decisions |
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| water-soluble vitamins interact with other water-soluble vitamins and act as co-enzymes (catalysts) by facilitating enzymatic reactions. B vitamins include: niacin, riboflavin, thiamine, pyridoxine, folacin, biotin, cobalamine, pantothenic acid |
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| shaped, solid mass; heavy coverage |
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| measure of heat units; measures food energy for the body |
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| thin-walled blood vessels that connect smaller arteries to the veins |
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| money needed to start a business |
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| compounds that break down the basic chemical sugars and supply energy for the body |
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| ingredients used to thicken creams; frequently used in gel products |
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| large circumscribed inflammation of the subcutaneous tissue caused by staphylococci; similar to a furuncle (boil) but larger |
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| involuntary muscle that makes up the heart |
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| wrist; flexible joint compose of a group of eight small, irregular bones held together by ligaments |
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| rich in vitamin A, essential oil also used as coloring |
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| phase of metabolism that involves breaking down of complex compounds within cells into smaller ones, often resulting in the release of energy to perform functions such as muscular efforts, secretions or digestion |
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| second transition stage of hair growth; hair shaft grows upward and detaches from the bulb |
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| process of forcing positive, acidic substances into deeper tissues using galvanic current from the positive toward the negative pole; tightens and calms the skin |
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| Cell renewal factor (CRF) |
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| part of the cell that encloses the protoplasm and permits soluble substances to enter and leave the cell |
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| cell division; occurs continuously in the basal cell layer |
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| basic unit of all living things; minute mass of protoplasm capable of performing all fundamental functions of life |
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| gel-like lumps of fat, water and residues of toxic substances beneath the skin, usually around the hips and thighs of overweight people |
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| Central nervous (cerbrospinal) system |
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| cereobrospinal nervous system; consists of the brain, spinal cord, spinal nerves and cranial nerves |
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| lipid materials that are a natural part of the intercellular cement |
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| lies at the base of the cerebrum and is attached to the brain stem; term is Latin for "little brain" |
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| inorganic color agents also know as metal salts; listed on ingredient labels as D&C (drug and cosmetic) |
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| nerve located at the side of the neck; affects the front and sides of the neck to the breastbone |
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| nerves that originate at the spinal cord, branches supply the muscles and scalp at the back of the head and neck |
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| plant extract with calming and soothing properties |
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| chemical added to cosmetics to improve the efficiency of the preservative |
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| change in the chemical composition of a substance, in which a new substance or substances are formed and have properties different from the original |
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| combination of two or more atoms of different elements united chemically with a fixed chemical composition, definite proportions, and distinct properties |
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| chemical agent that dissolves dead skin cells |
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| those characteristic determined only with a chemical reaction and causes a chemical change in the identity of the substance |
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| science that deals with composition, structures, properties of matter and how matter changes under different conditions |
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| science that deals with the composition, structures and properties of matter and how matter changes under different conditions |
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| increased pigmentation; liver spots |
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| hairlike extensions that protrude from cells and help sweep away fluids and particles |
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| swithc that automatically interrupts or shuts off an electric circuit at sign of overload |
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| controls the steady circulation of blood through the body by means of the heart and blood vessels |
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| collarbone; bone joining the sternum and scapula |
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| masks that draw impurities to the surface of skin; dry and tighten skin |
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| soaps and detergents that clean the skin. Alkalines and fatty acids of oils/soaps are combined to make soaps |
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| verbal communication with client to determine desired results |
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| method of taking personal notes that help esthetician remember important data |
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| end of treatment session to review product recommendations, prepare homecare program, provide additional literature on other treatment options |
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| round bacteria that appear alone or in groups |
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| powerful antioxidant that protects and revitalizes skin cells |
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| fibrous, connective tissue made from protein; found in reticular layer of the dermis; gives skin firmness; Large. long -chain molecular protein that lies on top of the skin and binds water; derived from placentas of cows or other sources |
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| substances such as vegetable, pigment, or mineral dyes that give product color |
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| rapid oxidation of any substance, accompained by the production of heat and light |
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| open comedo or blackhead; mass of hardened sebum and skin cells in hair follicle. Follicle is filled with oil, blackhead forms. It is dark from exposure to oxygen and oxidization. Closed comedones do not have a follicular opening and are called milia or whiteheads. |
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| a soft, continuous stroking movement applied with the fingers and palms in a slow and rhythmic manner |
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| protein fiber found in the dermis; gives skin its elasticity and firmness |
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| : flow of electricity along a conductor. |
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| form of energy that, when in motion, exhibits magnetic, chemical, or thermal effects; a flow of electrons |
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| removal of hair by means of an electric current that destroys the hair root |
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| electromagnetic radiation |
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| : energy in the form of electromagnetic waves; also called radiant energy because it carries, or radi¬ates, energy through space on waves |
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| the use of electrical devices for therapeutic benefits |
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| the simplest form of matter; cannot be broken down into a simpler sub¬stance without loss of identity |
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| chemical combina¬tions of two or more atoms of the same element |
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| eleventh cranial nerve (accessory) |
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a
type of motor nerve that controls the motion of the neck muscles |
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| ingredients that lubricate, moisturize, and prevent water loss |
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a handbook or guide for employees; contains important general information about salon operations, such as the number of sick days or vacation
time allowed, holiday closings, how to call in late or sick, and the appropriate dress code for estheticians. |
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| surfactants that cause oil and water to mix and form an emulsion |
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| an unstable mixture of two or more immiscible substances united with the aid of an emulsifier |
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| a treatment for cellulite |
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| endocrine (ductless) glands |
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| ductless glands that release hormonal secretions directly into the bloodstream |
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| group of specialized glands that affect the growth, develop¬ment, sexual activities, and health of the entire body |
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| enzyme products that dis¬solve keratin proteins (dead skin cells) and exfoliate the skin |
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| catalysts that break down com¬plex food molecules to utilize extracted energy |
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| broad muscle that covers the top of the skull; also called occipito-frontalis |
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| the outermost layer of skin; a thin, protective layer with many nerve endings |
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| removes hairs from the fol¬licles; waxing or tweezing |
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| protective covering on body surfaces, such as the skin, mucous membranes, and lining of the heart; digestive and respiratory organs; and glands |
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| furniture and body positions healthy for the body and spine |
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| the study of adapting work conditions to suit the worker |
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| redness caused by inflammation; a red lesion is erythmatous |
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| oils derived from herbs; have many different properties and effects on the skin and psyche.*j|ir "* |
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| esthetician (or aesthetician) |
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| person devoted to, or professionally occupied with, skin health and beauty. |
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| esthetics (or aesthetics) |
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branch of anatomical science that deals with the
overall health and well-being of the skin, the largest organ of the human body; from the Greek word aesthetikos, meaning "perceptible to the senses." |
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the principles of 3gud character, proper
conduct, and moral judgment, expressed through personality, human relations skills, and professional image |
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| light, spongy bone between the eye sockets that forms part of the nasal cavities |
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| a skin sore or abrasion produced by scratching or scraping |
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| mechanical and chemical products or processes used to exfoliate the skin |
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| the peeling or sloughing of the outer layer of skin |
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| duct glands that produce a substance that travels through small tube-like ducts, such as the sudoriferous (sweat) glands and the sebaceous (oil) glands |
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| specific contact of a client's blood or other potentially infectious materials (OPIM) with the esthetician’s eyes, mouth, or other mucous membranes as a result of performing ser¬vices and duties |
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| muscles that straighten the wrist, hand, and fingers to form a straight line |
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| artery that supplies blood to the anterior parts of the scalp, ear, face, neck, and side of the head |
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| vein located on the side of the neck that carries blood returning to the heart from the head, face, and neck |
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| the manual removal of impurities and comedones |
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| procedure in which individual synthetic eyelashes are attached directly to a client's own lashes at their base |
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| a professional service designed to improve and rejuvenate the skin |
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| artery that supplies blood to the lower region of the face, mouth, and nose; also called external maxillary artery |
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| alternating and interrupted current that produces a mechanical reaction without a chemical effect. Used for muscle contraction |
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| lubricant ingredients derived from plant oils or animal fats |
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| fatty acids that have been exposed to hydrogen |
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| emollients produced from fatty acids and alcohols |
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| cells that produce amino acids and collagen |
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| chief sensory nerve the face; controls chewing; also known trifacial or trigeminal nerve |
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| a crack in the skin that penetrates the dermis. Chapped lips or are fissures |
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| a scale used to i sure the skin type's ability to tolerate exposure |
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| those operating costs are constant, for example, rent am payments |
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| flagella (singular: flagellum) |
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| threads attached to the cell to help it move |
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| extensor muscles of the wrist, involved in flexing the wrist |
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| hair follicles, and sebaceous follicles are tube-like depressions the skin |
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| inflammation of the h follicles |
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| treatment of the body through reflex points located on t bottom of the feet |
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| these give products its scent |
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| a sale owned by an individual(s) who certain fee to use the company and is part of a larger organization chain of salons. The franchise c according to a specified business and set protocols |
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| "super" oxidizers that an oxidation reaction and produce free radical in the process; are ere highly reactive atoms or molecule oxygen) having an unpaired number electrons. Free radicals are unseat can damage DNA, causing inflammation and disease in the body |
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| skin-freshening lotions with a low alcohol content |
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| a rubbing movement; pressure is maintained on the skin to create Chucking, rolling, and wringing are variations of friction |
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| artery that supplies blood to the forehead and upper eyelid |
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| bone forming the forehead, frontalis: anterior or front portion of the epicranium; muscle of the scalp, fulling: a form of petrissage in which the tissue is grasped, gently lifted, and spread out |
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| ingredients in cosmetic products that allow the products to spread, give them body and texture, and give them a specific form such as a lotion, cream, or gel |
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| vegetable (plant) parasites, including molds, mil¬dews, and yeasts |
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| capable of destroying fungi |
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| a subcutaneous abscess filled with pus; also called boils, furuncles are caused by bacteria in the glands or hair follicles |
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| special device that prevents excessive current from passing through a circuit |
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| a constant and direct current, it uses a positive and negative pole to produce chemical reactions (dcsincrustation) and ionic reactions (iontophoresis) |
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| infection that results when the bloodstream carries pathogens and their toxins (poisons) to all parts of the body |
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| a cell or group of cells that produce and release substances used nearby or in another part of the body |
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| formed by a decomposition of oils or fats; excellent skin softener and humectant; very strong water binder |
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| a water-binding sub¬stance between the fibers of the dermis |
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| yeast cell derivatives that enhance cellular metabolism, which boosts oxygen uptake in the cell |
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| peeling cream that is rubbed off the skin |
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| powerful antioxidant with soothing properties |
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| heavy makeup used for the theatrical purposes |
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| nerve at the sides of the neck affecting the face, ears, neck, and parotid gland |
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| nerve located in the back of the head, affecting the scalp |
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| powerful antioxidant and soothing agent. Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and a stimulant. Helpful for couperose skin |
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| the swelling at the base of the follicle that provides the hair with nourishment; it is a thick, club-shaped structure that forms the lower part of the hair root |
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| the tubular shield that surrounds the hair shaft; the "pore" where hairs grow |
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| cone-shaped elevations at the base of the follicle that fits into the bulb. The papillae are filled with tissue that contains the blood vessels and cells necessary for hair growth and follicle nourishment |
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| part of the hair that lies within the follicle at its base, where the hair grows |
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| portion of the hair that extends or projects beyond the skin, consisting of the outer layer (cuticle), inner layer (medulla), and middle layer (cortex). Color changes happen in the cortex |
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| substances such as chamomile or aloe that help to heal the skin |
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| muscular cone-shaped organ that keeps the blood moving within the circulatory system |
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| iron-containing protein in red blood cells that binds to oxygen |
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| dye obtained from the powdered leaves and shoots of the mignonette tree; used as a reddish hair dye and in tattooing |
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| disease marked by inflammation of the liver and caused by a blood-borne virus |
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| : along with plant extracts, herbs contain phytohormones. Hundreds of different herbs are used in skin care prod¬ucts and cosmetics; they heal, stimulate, soothe, and moisturize |
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| this strain of the herpes virus causes fever blisters or cold sores; it is a recurring, contagious viral infection consisting of a vesicle or group of vesicles on a red, swollen base. The blisters usually appear on the lips or nostrils |
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| this strain of the herpes virus infects the genitals |
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| shingles, a painful skin condition from the chickenpox virus characterized by groups of blisters that form a rash |
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| apparatus that utilizes alternating or sinusoidal current to produce a mild to strong heat effect. High frequency is a Tesla current, sometimes called the violet ray |
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growth of an unusual amount of hair on parts of the body normally bearing
only downy hair, such as the face, arms, and legs of women or the backs of men |
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| study of the structure and composition of tissue |
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| human immunodeficiency virus; virus that causes AIDS |
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| secretions produced by one of the endocrine glands and carried by the bloodstream or body fluid to another part of the body, or a body organ, to stimulate functional activity or secretion; the internal messengers for most of the body's systems |
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| extract containing bioflavonoids; also known as vitamin P. Helps strengthen capillary walls; used for couperose areas or telangiectasia |
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| ingredients that attract water. Humectants draw moisture to the skin and soften its surface, diminishing lines caused by dryness. Glycerin is a humectant used in creams and lotions |
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Definition
| uppermost and largest bone in the arm, extending from the elbow to the shoulder |
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| hydrating fluids found in the skin; hydrophilic agent with water-binding properties |
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| ingredients that attract water to the skin's surface; also known as humectants or hydrophilic agents |
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| colorless, odorless, tasteless gas; the lightest element known |
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| chemical compound of hydrogen and oxygen; a colorless liquid with a characteristic odor and a slightly acid taste |
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| capable of combining with or attracting water |
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| spa treatments that use water |
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| u-shaped bone at the base of the tongue that supports the tongue and its muscLcs |
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Definition
| excessive perspiration caused by heat or body weakness. Medical treatment is required |
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| a thickening of the skin caused by a mass of keratinized cells (keratinocytes) |
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Definition
| overproduction of pigment |
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Definition
| excessive hair growth where hair does not normally grow |
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| an abnormal growth; many are benign, or harmless |
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| a condition in which blood glucose or blood sugar drops too low; caused by either too much insulin or low food intake |
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| not capable of being mixed |
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| immune or lymphatic system |
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Definition
| : body system made up of lymph, lymph nodes, the thymus gland, the spleen, and lymph vessels. Functions protect the body from disease by developing immunities and destroying disease-causing microorganisms as well as draining the tissue spaces of excess interstitial fluids to the blood. It carries waste and impurities away from the cells |
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| Ability of the body to resist infection and destroy pathogens that have infected the body |
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: a contagious bacterial infection
often occurring in children; characterized
by clusters of small blisters |
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| tools used by estheticians |
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| opposite pole from the active electrode |
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separate artificial
eyelashes that are applied on top of the
lashes one at a time |
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Definition
the invasion of body tissues by
disease-causing pathogenic bacteria |
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Definition
| a scheduled meeting or conversation whose sole purpose is to gather information |
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Definition
| artery that originates from the internal maxillary artery and sup¬plies blood to the eye muscles |
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| nerve that affects the skin of the lower eyelid, side of the nose, upper lip, and mouth |
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Definition
| invisible rays that have longer wavelengths, penetrate deeper, and produce more heat than visible light does |
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| nerve that affects the membrane and skin of the nose |
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Definition
| eating or taking food into the body |
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| : substances used in nonsurgical procedures to fill in or plump up areas of the skin. Botox® and dermal fillers are injectables |
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Definition
| study of substances that do not contain carbon |
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| the point where the skeletal muscle is attached to a bone or other more movable body part |
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| substance that does not easily transmit electricity |
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Definition
| the skin and its extensions, such as the hair, nails, and glands |
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Term
| intense pulsed light (IPL) |
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Definition
| a photoepilation hair-reduction method using flashes of light and different wave-lengths; an intense pulse of electromag-netic radiation |
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Definition
| lipid substances between corneum cells that protect the cells from water loss and irritation |
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Definition
| artery that sup¬plies blood to the brain, eyes, eyelids, forehead, nose, and internal ear |
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Definition
| vein located at the side of the neck to collect blood from the brain and parts of the face and neck |
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Definition
| the fluid in spaces between the tissue cells |
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Definition
| an atom or molecule that carries an electrical charge |
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Definition
| the separating of a substance into ions |
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Term
| iontophoresis (ionization) |
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Definition
| process of introducing ions of water-soluble products into the skin by using an electric current such as the positive and negative poles of a galvanic machine |
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Definition
| a light to medium peel of lactic acid, salicylic acid, and resorcinol in an ethanol solvent |
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Definition
| specified list of duties and responsibilities that are required of an employee in the performance of his or her job |
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Definition
| connection between two or more bones of the skeleton |
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Definition
| oil widely used in cosmetics; extracted from the beanlike seeds of the desert shrub. Used as a lubricant and non-comedogenic emollient and moisturizer |
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Definition
| a thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue (collagen) |
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Definition
| fiber protein found in skin, hair, and nails; provides resiliency and protection to the skin |
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Definition
| cells composed of keratin |
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Definition
| an acquired, thickened patch of epidermis. A callus caused by pressure or friction is a keratoma |
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Definition
| abnormally thick buildups of cells |
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Definition
| redness and bumpiness in the cheeks or upper arms; caused by blocked follicles |
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| small, thin bones located in the anterior medial wall of the orbits (eye sockets) |
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Definition
| the common term for certified colors |
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Definition
| emollient with moisturizing properties; also an emulsifier with high water absorption capabilities |
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Term
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Definition
| the hair on a fetus; soft and downy hair covering most of the body |
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Definition
| a photoepilation hair reduction treatment in which a laser beam is pulsed on the skin using one wavelength at a time, impairing the hair growth; an intense pulse of electromag¬netic radiation |
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Term
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Definition
| procedure used to smooth wrinkles or lighten acne scars. Collagen remodeling stimulates the growth of new collagen in the dermis |
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Definition
| acronym for "light amplification stimulation emission of radiation"; medical devices using electromagnetic radia¬tion for hair removal and skin treatments |
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Definition
| broad, flat, superficial muscle covering the back of the neck and upper and middle region of the back; con¬trols the shoulder blade and the swinging movements of the arm |
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Definition
| all-purpose oil having many properties. Anti-allergenic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibacterial, balancing, energizing, soothing, healing, and, con-versely, stimulating |
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Term
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Definition
| freckles; small yellow-brown colored spots. Lentigenes that result from sunlight exposure are actinic, or solar, lentigenes. Patches are referred to as targe macules |
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Term
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Definition
| structural changes in tissues caused by damage or injury |
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Definition
| light, abnormal patches caused by a burn or congenital disease that destroys the pigment-producing cells. Vitiligo and albinism are leukodermas |
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Definition
| muscle that raises the angle of the mouth and draws it inward |
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Definition
| muscle surrounding the upper lip; elevates the upper lip and dilates the nostrils, as in expressing distaste |
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Definition
| anti-irritant used for sensitive skin |
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Definition
| the application of light rays to the skin for the treatment of wrinkles, capillaries, pigmentation, or hair removal |
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Term
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Definition
| omega-6, an essential fatty acid used to make important hormones; also part of the skin's lipid barrier |
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Term
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Definition
| fats or fatlike substances. Lipids help repair and protect the barrier function of the skin |
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Term
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Definition
| having an affinity or attraction to fat and oils |
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Term
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Definition
| closed lipid bilayer spheres that encapsulate ingredients, target their delivery to specific tissues of the skin, and control their release |
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Definition
| procedure that surgically removes pockets of fat |
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Term
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Definition
| infection that is confined to a particular part of the body and is indicated by a lesion containing pus |
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Term
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Definition
| a method of displaying data in multiples of 10 |
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Term
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Definition
| coat the skin and reduce friction. Mineral oil is a lubricant |
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Term
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Definition
| atomizer designed to apply plant extracts and other ingredients to the skin |
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Term
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Definition
| spongy tissues composed of microscopic cells in which inhaled air is exchanged for carbon dioxide during one respiratory cycle |
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Term
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Definition
| clear, yellowish fluid that circulates in the lymph spaces (lymphatic) of the body; carries waste and impurities away from the cells |
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Term
| lymphatic or immune system |
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Definition
body
system made up of lymph, lymph nodes, the thymus gland, the spleen, and lymph vessels. Functions to protect the body from disease by developing immunities and destroying disease-causing micro-organisms as well as draining the tissue spaces of excess interstitial fluids to the blood. It carries waste and impurities away from the cells |
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Term
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Definition
| lymphatic vessels that occur in clusters and are distributed throughout most of the body |
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Term
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Definition
| glandlike bodies in the lymphatic vessels that filter lymph products |
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Term
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Definition
| body system that acts as an aid to the blood system and con¬sists of the lymph spaces, lymph vessels, and lymph glands |
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Term
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Definition
| located in the dermis, these supply nourishment within the skin and remove waste |
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Term
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Definition
| nutrients that make up the largest part of the nutrition we take in; the three basic food groups: protein, carbohydrates, and fats |
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Term
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Definition
| a flat spot or discoloration on the skin, such as a freckle. Macules are neither raised nor sunken |
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Definition
| the most serious form of skin cancer. Black or dark patches on the skin are usually uneven in texture, jagged, or raised |
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Definition
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Definition
| lower jawbone; largest and strongest bone of the face, mandibular nerve: branch of the fifth cranial nerve that supplies the muscles and skin of the lower part of the face; also, nerve that affects the muscles of the chin and lower lip |
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Term
| manual lymph drainage (MLD) |
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Definition
| stimulates lymph fluid to flow through the lymphatic vessels. This light massage technique helps to cleanse and detoxify the body |
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Term
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Definition
| a strategy for how goods and services are bought, sold, or exchanged |
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Definition
| ingredients such as herbs, vitamins, and oils combined with clay, seaweed, or hydrating bases that treat the skin |
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Term
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Definition
| a manual or mechanical manipulation by rubbing, kneading, or other methods that stimulate metabolism and circulation |
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Term
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Definition
| one of the muscles of the jaw used in mastication (chewing). |
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Term
| Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) |
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Definition
| Material Safety Data Sheet; information compiled by a manufacturer about its product, ranging from ingredient content and associated hazards to combustion levels and storage requirements |
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Definition
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Definition
| any substance that occupies space and has mass (weight). |
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Term
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Definition
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Definition
| branch of the fifth cranial nerve that supplies the upper part of the face |
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Definition
| method of rubbing dead cells off of the skin |
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Term
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Definition
| nerve, smaller than the ulnar and radial nerves, that supplies the arm and hand |
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Definition
| integration of surgical procedures and esthetic treatments |
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Term
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Definition
| skin pigment; a defense mechanism to protect skin from the sun. |
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Term
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Definition
| cells that produce pigment granules in the basal layer |
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Term
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Definition
| pigment granules of melanocyte cells that produce melanin in the basal layer |
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Term
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Definition
| a condition of the skin that is triggered by hormones; causes darker pigmentation in areas such as on the upper lip and around the eyes and checks |
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Term
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Definition
| nerve that affects the skin of the lower lip and chin, mentalis: muscle that elevates the lower lip and raises and wrinkles the skin of the chin |
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Term
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Definition
| chemical process taking place in living organisms whereby the cells are nourished and carry out their activities |
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Term
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Definition
| bones of the palm of the hand; parts of the hand containing five bones between the carpus and phalanges |
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Term
| Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) |
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Definition
| a highly resistant form of staph infection that can be caused by the overuse of antibiotics |
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Term
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Definition
| one of the most frequently used preservatives because of its very low sensitizing potential. Combats bacteria and molds; non-comedogenic |
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Term
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Definition
| : a device that mimics the body's natural electrical energy to reeducate and tone facial muscles; improves circulation and increases collagen and elastin production |
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Term
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Definition
| a form of mechanical exfoliation |
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Term
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Definition
| vitamins and substances that have no calories or nutritional value, yet are essential for body functions |
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Term
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Definition
| any organism of microscopic to submicroscopic size |
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Term
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Definition
| artery that sup¬plies blood to the temples |
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Term
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Definition
| also called whiteheads, milia are whitish, pearl-like masses of sebum and dead cells under the skin. Milia are more common in dry skin types and may form after skin trauma, such as a laser resurfacing |
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Term
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Definition
| prickly heat; acute inflammatory disorder of the sweat glands resultinq in the eruption of red vesicles and buminrj. Itching skin from excessive heat exposure |
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Term
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Definition
| one-thousandth of an ampere |
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Term
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Definition
| a lubricant derived from petroleum |
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Term
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Definition
| inorganic materials required for many reactions of the cells and body, miscible: capable of being mixed with another liquid in any proportion without separating |
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Term
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Definition
| cells dividing into two new cells (daughter cells); the usual process of cell reproduction of human tissues |
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Term
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Definition
| currents used in electrical facial and scalp treatments |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
| products formulated to add moisture to the skin |
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Term
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Definition
| a brownish spot ranging in color from tan to bluish black. Some are flat, resembling freckles; others are raised and darker |
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Term
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Definition
| a chemical combination of two or more atoms |
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Term
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Definition
| carbohydrates made up of one basic sugar unit |
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Term
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Definition
| cell motility refers to single-celled organisms and their ability to move in their environment |
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Term
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Definition
| nerves that carry impulses from the brain to the muscles. |
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Definition
| carbohydrate-lipid complexes that are also good water binders |
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Term
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Definition
| body system that covers, shapes, and supports the skeleton tissue; contracts and moves various parts of the body |
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Term
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Definition
| tissue that contracts and moves various parts of the body |
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Term
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Definition
| manipulation of materials on an atomic or molecular scale, or the "micronization" of ingredients |
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Term
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Definition
| bones that form the bridqe of the nose |
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Term
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Definition
nerve that affects the point
urid lower sides of the nose, natural |
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Term
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Definition
| an inherent resistance to disease |
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Term
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Definition
| tissue that controls and coordinates all body functions |
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Term
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Definition
| whitish cords made up of bundles of nerve fibers held together by connective tissue, through which impulses are transmitted |
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Term
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Definition
| body system composed of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves; controls and coordinates all other systems and makes them work harmoniously and efficiently |
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Term
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Definition
| a method of increasing contacts and building relationships to further one's career |
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Term
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Definition
| nerve cell; basic unit of the nervous system, consisting of a cell body, nucleus, dendrites, and axon |
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Term
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Definition
| a birthmark or mole; malformation of the skin due to abnormal pigmentation or dilated capillaries |
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Term
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Definition
| gloves made from synthetic rubbers known as acrylonitrile and butadiene; these gloves are resistant to tears, punctures, chemicals, and solvents |
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Term
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Definition
| colorless, gaseous element that makes up four-fifths of the air in the atmosphere |
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Term
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Definition
| also referred to as tumors, but these are smaller bumps caused by conditions such as scar tissue, fatty deposits, or infections |
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Term
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Definition
| procedure that does not remove tissue. Wrinkle treatments that bypass the epidermis to stimulate collagen in the dermis for wrinkle reduction are nonablative |
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Term
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Definition
| colors that are organic, meaning they come from animal or plant extracts; they can also be natural mineral pigments |
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Term
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Definition
| amino acids that can be synthesized by the body and do not have to be obtained from the diet |
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Definition
| not harmful; not disease-producing. |
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Term
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Definition
| also called involuntary, visceral, or smooth muscles; muscles that function automatically, without conscious will |
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Term
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Definition
| a fluid within the nucleus of the cell that contains proteins and UNA; determines our genetic makeup |
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Definition
| active protoplasm found in the center of the cell; pLays an important part in coll reproduction and metabolism |
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Definition
| artery that supplies blood to the skin and muscles of the scalp and back of the head up to the crown |
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Term
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Definition
| hindmost bone of the skull, located below the parietal bones |
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Term
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Definition
| back of the epicranius; muscle that draws the scalp backward |
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Term
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Definition
| products that reduce transepidermal water loss (TEWL) to help hold in moisture and protect the skin's top barrier layer |
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Definition
| unit that measures the resistance of an electric current |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| oil-in-water (O/W) emulsion |
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Definition
| oil droplets dispersed in a water with the aid of an emulsifying agent |
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Term
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Definition
| gives us our sense of smell, which is the strongest of the five senses |
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Term
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Definition
| alpha-linoleic acid; a type of "good" polyunsaturated fat that may decrease cardiovascular diseases. It is also an anti-inflammatory and beneficial for skin. |
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Term
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Definition
| branch of the fifth cranial nerve that supplies the skin of the fore¬head, upper eyelids, and interior portion of the scalp, orbit, eyeball, and nasal passage. |
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Term
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Definition
| the ring muscle of the eye socket; closes the eyelid |
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Term
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Definition
| flat band around the upper and lower lips that compresses, contracts, puckers, and wrinkles the lips. |
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Term
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Definition
| study of substances that contain carbon. |
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Term
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Definition
| structures composed of special¬ized tissues and performing specific functions |
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Term
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Definition
| part of the muscle that does not move; it is attached to the skeleton and is usually part of a skeletal muscle |
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Term
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Definition
| a thinning of bones, leaving them fragile and prone to fractures; caused by the re-absorption of calcium into the blood |
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Term
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Definition
| chemical reaction that combines a substance with oxygen to produce an oxide |
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Term
| oxidation-reduction (redox) reactions |
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Definition
| one of the most common types of chemical reactions; prevalent in all areas of chemistry. When oxygen is added to a substance, the substance is oxidized; for example, rust forms when oxygen is added to iron |
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Term
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Definition
| to combine or cause a substance to combine with oxygen |
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Term
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Definition
| the most abundant element on earth |
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Term
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Definition
| cream masks or gel masks that nourish rather than deep-cleanse the skin. |
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Term
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Definition
| the two bones that form the hard palate of the mouth |
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Term
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Definition
| natural enzyme used in enzyme peels |
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Term
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Definition
| the top layer of the dermis next to the epidermis |
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Term
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Definition
| a pimple; small elevation on the skin that contains no fluid but may develop pus |
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Term
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Definition
| one of the most commonly used groups of preservatives in the cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and food industries; provide bacteriostatic and fun¬gistatic activity against a diverse number of organisms |
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Term
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Definition
| mask used to warm the skin and promote penetration of ingredients deeper into the skin through the heat trapped under the surface of the paraffin |
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Term
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Definition
| organism that lives in or on another organism and draws its nourishment from that organism |
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Term
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Definition
| as part of the autonomic nervous system, it operates under normal nonstressful situations, such as resting. It also helps to restore calm and balance to the body after a stressful event. |
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Term
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Definition
| artery that supplies blood to the side and crown of the head |
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Term
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Definition
| bones that form the sides and top of the cranium |
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Term
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Definition
| form of business ownership in which two or more people share owner¬ship, although this does not necessarily mean an equal arrangement. In a partner¬ship, each partner assumes the other's unlimited liability for debt. Profits are shared among partners |
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Definition
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Term
| pectoralis major and minor |
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Definition
| muscles of the chest that assist the swinging movements of the arm |
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Term
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Definition
| skin disease caused by infestation with head lice |
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Term
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Definition
| chains of amino acids used to treat wrinkles and elasticity |
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Term
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Definition
| ingredients in cosmetic products that cause the actual changes in the appearance of the skin. |
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Term
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Definition
| double-layered membranous sac enclosing the heart. |
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Term
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Definition
| an acne-like condition around the mouth. These are mainly small clusters of papules that could be caused by toothpaste or products used on the face |
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Term
| peripheral nervous system |
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Definition
| system of nerves and ganglia that connects the peripheral Darts of the body to the central nervous system; has both sensory and motor nerves. |
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Term
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Definition
| moving food along the digestive tract |
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Term
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Definition
| daily maintenance of cleanliness and healthfulness through certain sanitary practices |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
| a kneading movement that stimulates the underlying tissues |
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Term
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Definition
| an occlusive agent that restores the barrier layer by holding in water. Used after laser surgery to protect the skin while healing. |
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Term
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Definition
| relative degree of acidity and alkalinity of a substance |
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Term
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Definition
| acids or alkalis (bases) used to adjust the pH of products |
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Term
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Definition
| bones of the fingers or toes (singular: phalanx). |
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Term
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Definition
| carbolic acid; a caustic poison; used for peels and to sanitize metallic implements |
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Term
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Definition
| hair reduction methods using lasers and intense pulsed light (IPL) |
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Term
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Definition
| phototherapy (light therapy), is a form of treatment used for various skin conditions using artificial light wavelengths from the ultraviolet (blue light) part of the sun's spectrum. |
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Term
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Definition
| process by which light from a laser is turned into heat. |
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Term
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Definition
| change in the form or physical properties of a substance without a chemical reaction or the formation of a new substance |
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Term
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Definition
| combination of two or more substances united physically, not chemically, without a fixed composition and in any proportions. |
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Term
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Definition
| a person's physical posture, walk, and movements |
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Term
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Definition
| characteristics that can be determined without a chemical reaction and that do not cause a chemical change in the identity of the substance. |
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Term
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Definition
| study of the functions or activities performed by the body's structures |
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Term
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Definition
| the use of plant extracts for therapeutic benefits |
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Term
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Definition
| fluid part of the blond and lymph that carries food and secretions to the cells and carbon dioxide from the cells |
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Term
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Definition
| blood cells that aid in the forming of clots. |
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Term
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Definition
| broad muscle extending from the chest and shoulder muscles to the side of the chin; responsible for depressing the lower jaw and lip. |
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Term
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Definition
| two- or three-prong connector at the end of an electrical cord that connects an apparatus to an electrical outlet. |
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Term
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Definition
| negative or positive pole of an electric current |
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Term
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Definition
| ingredients derived from yeast cells that help strengthen the immune system and stimulate the metabolism; they are also hydrophilic and help preserve and protect collagen and elastin. |
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Term
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Definition
| chemical compounds formed by a number of small molecules; advanced vehicles that release substances onto the skin's surface at a microscopically con¬trolled rate. |
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Term
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Definition
| carbohydrates that contain three or more simple carbohydrate molecules |
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Term
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Definition
| a tubelike opening for sweat glands on the epidermis |
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Term
| posterior auricular artery |
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Definition
| artery that supplies blood to the scalp, behind and above the ear. |
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Term
| posterior auricular nerve |
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Definition
| nerve that affects the muscles behind the ear at the base of the skull. |
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Term
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Definition
| a strong alkali used in soaps and creams |
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Term
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Definition
| chemical agents that inhibit the growth of microorganisms in cosmetic formulations. These kill bacteria and prevent products from spoiling. |
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Term
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Definition
| yellow, red, and blue; fundamental colors that cannot be obtained from a mixture |
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Term
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Definition
| primary lesions are characterized by flat, non-palpable changes in skin color such as macules or patches, or an elevation formed by fluid in a cavity, such as vesicles, bullae, or pustules |
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Term
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Definition
| manual or set of instructions designed to standardize operations; supplies specific protocols for conducting individual services, such as the expected method for performing a glycolic or microdermabrasion treatment |
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Term
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Definition
| muscle that covers the bridge of the nose, depresses the eyebrows, and causes wrinkles across the bridge of the nose |
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Term
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Definition
| the impression projected by a person engaged in any profession, consisting of outward appearance and conduct exhibited in the workplace |
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Term
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Definition
| amount of money available after all expenses are subtracted from all revenues |
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Term
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Definition
| the process of getting the consumer's attention, with the goal of increasing business |
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Term
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Definition
| muscles that turn the hand inward so that the palm faces downward. |
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| a humectant often used in dry or sensitive skin moisturizers. |
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| chains of amino acid molecules used in all cell functions and body growth |
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| colorless, jellylike substance in cells; contains food elements such as protein, fats, carbohydrates, mineral salts, and water. |
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| single-celled parasites with the ability to move; they can divide and grow only when inside a host |
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Definition
| the medical term for itching |
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Definition
| often referred to as "razor bumps"; resembles folliculitis with¬out the infection |
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Definition
| capable of destroying Pseudomonas bacteria |
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| a skin disease characterized by red patches covered with white-silver scales. It is caused by an overproliferation of skin cells that replicate too fast. Immune dysfunction could be the cause. Psoriasis is usually found in patches on the scalp, elbows, knees, chest, and lower back. |
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| the planning and developing of relationships to achieve a certain desired behavior |
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| process of blood circulation from the heart to the lungs to be purified. |
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Definition
| fluid product of inflammation that contains white blood cells and the debris of dead cells, tissue elements, and bacteria |
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| an inflamed papule with a white or yellow center containing pus, a fluid consisting of white blood cells, bacteria, and other debris produced from an infection |
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| quaternary ammonium compounds (quats) |
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Definition
| disinfectants that are considered nontoxic, odorless, and fast acting. |
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Definition
an all-purpose preser¬vative active against bacteria, mold, and yeast. It is probably the greatest
formaldehyde releaser among cosmetic preservatives, causing dermatitis and allergies. |
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Definition
| form that provides the esthetician with a complete client profile, including important information about a client's skin care habits and health |
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Definition
| a method for gauging the amount of sales and targeting production levels |
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Definition
| artery that supplies blood to the thumb side of the arm and the back of the hand |
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Definition
| nerve that, with its branches, supplies the thumb side of the arm and back of the hand |
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Definition
| smaller bone in the forearm on the same side as the thumb |
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| defined as "restoring a bodily function." It is neces¬sary surgery for accident survivors and those with congenital disfigurements or other diseases |
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Definition
| apparatus that changes alternating current to direct current |
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Definition
| also called red corpuscles; blood cells that carry oxygen from the lungs to the body cells |
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Definition
| therapeutic light used on dry skin in combination with oils and creams; penetrates the deepest and produces the most heat. |
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Definition
| acronym for reduction-oxidation; chemical reaction in which the oxidizing agent is reduced and the reducing agent is oxidized |
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Definition
| oxidation and reduction happening at the same time |
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Definition
| the loss of oxygen from a substance |
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Definition
| listening to the client and then repeating, in your own words, what you think the client is telling you. |
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Definition
| automatic nerve reaction to a stimulus; involves the movement of an impulse from a sensory receptor along the afferent nerve to the spinal cord, and a responsive impulse along an efferent neuron to a muscle, causing a reaction |
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Definition
| body system responsible for processes by which plants and animals produce offspring |
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Definition
| body system consist¬ing of the lungs and air passages; enables breathing, which supplies the body with oxygen and eliminates carbon dioxide as a waste product |
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Definition
| a summary of education and work experience that highlights relevant accomplishments and achievements |
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Definition
| items available for sale to clients. |
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Definition
| the act of recommending and selling products to clients for at-home use |
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Definition
| hereditary factor in which dead skin cells do not shed from the follicles as they do on normal skin. |
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Definition
| the deeper layer of the dermis, containing proteins that give the skin its strength and elasticity |
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Definition
| a vitamin A derivative. It has demonstrated an ability to alter col-lagen synthesis and is used to treat acne and visible signs of aging. Side effects are irritation, photosensitivity, skin dryness, redness, and peeling |
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Definition
| a natural form of vitamin A, stim¬ulates cell repair and helps to normalize skin cells by generating new cells. |
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Definition
| : income generated from selling services and products; money taken in |
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Definition
| nose surgery that makes a nose smaller or changes its appearance |
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Definition
| a face lift. This procedure removes excess fat at the jawline; tight¬ens loose, atrophic muscles; and removes sagging skin. |
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Term
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Definition
| muscle of the mouth that draws the corner of the mouth out and back, as in grinning. |
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Term
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Definition
| a person whose behavior and success are worthy of emulation |
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Definition
| inflammation of the skin; chronic congestion primarily on the cheeks and nose. Characterized by redness, dilation of blood vessels, and in severe cases, the formation of papules and pustules. |
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Definition
| credited with moisturizing, astringent, tonic, and deodorant properties; found in the forms of rose extracts, oil, or water. |
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Definition
| machine used to lightly exfoliate and stimulate the skin; also helps soften excess oil, dirt, and cell buildup |
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Definition
| a method of compensation that specifies a certain amount of pay based on either a flat or hourly rate. |
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Definition
| a beta hydroxy acid with exfoliating and antiseptic properties; natural sources include sweet birch, willow bark, and wintergreen. |
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Term
| sanitary maintenance area (SMA) |
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Definition
an
area kept clean for setup of procedure implements and supplies; for example, an SMA can be a towel (paper or cloth) on the workstation. |
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Term
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Definition
| third level of decontamination; significantly reduces the number of pathogens or disease-producing organisms found on a surface |
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Definition
| an ultraviolet (UV), wet, or dry sanitizer is used for disinfecting tools and equipment. An autoclave is a sterilizer |
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Definition
| chemical reaction during desincrustation where the current trans¬forms the sebum into soap |
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Definition
| contagious skin disease caused by an itch mite burrowing under the skin. |
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Term
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Definition
| flaky skin cells; any thin plate of epidermal flakes, dry or oily. An example is abnormal or excessive dandruff. |
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Definition
| one of a pair of shoulder blades; large, flat triangular bone of the shoulder. |
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Definition
| light-colored, slightly raised mark on the skin formed after an injury or lesion of the skin has healed up. The tissue hardens to heal the injury. Elevated scars are hypertrophic; a keloid is a hypertro-phic (abnormal) scar |
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Definition
| procedure that minimizes varicose veins (dilated blood vessels) and other varicosities by injecting chemical agents into the affected areas or by laser treatments. |
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Term
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Definition
| similar to open comedones, these are mainly solidified impactions of oil without the cell matter. |
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Term
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Definition
| sebaceous glands are connected to the hair follicles in the reticular layer; these produce sebum, which protects the surface of the skin. |
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Term
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Definition
| An overgrowth of the sebaceous gland, they appear similar to open comedones; often doughnut-shaped, with sebaceous material in the center |
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Term
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Definition
| severe oiliness of the skin; an abnormal secretion from the sebaceous glands |
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Definition
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Definition
| provides protection for the epidermis from external factors and lubricates both the skin and hair |
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Definition
| colors obtained by mixing equal parts of two primary colors |
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Definition
| skin damage, developed in the later stages of disease, that changes the structure of tissues or organs |
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Term
| sensory (afferent) nerves |
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Definition
| nerves that carry impulses or messages from the sense organs to the brain, where sensations of touch, cold, heat, sight, hearing, taste, smell, pain, and pressure are experienced. |
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Term
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Definition
| muscle of the chest that assists in breathing and in raising the arm. |
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Term
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Definition
| concentrated liquid ingredients for the skin designed to penetrate and treat various skin conditions |
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Term
| seventh (facial) cranial nerve |
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Definition
| chief motor nerve of the face, emerging near the lower part of the ear. |
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Definition
| plastic biohazard containers for disposable needles and anything sharp. The container is red and puncture-proof and must be disposed of as medical waste. |
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Definition
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Definition
| a group of oils that are chemically combined with silicon and oxygen and leave a non-comedogenic, protective film on the surface of the skin |
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Definition
| alternating cur¬rent similar to faradic current; produces mechanical contractions and is used suring scalp and facial manipulatons |
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Definition
small outgrowths or extensions
of the skin that look like flaps. They are benign and are common under the arms or on the neck |
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Definition
| classification describing a person's genetic skin type |
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Term
| smaller (lesser) occipital nerve |
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Definition
| nerve located at the base of the skull, affecting the scalp and muscles behind the ear. |
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Definition
| baking soda; an inorganic salt used as a buffering agent and a pH adjuster. It is alkaline. |
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Definition
| form of business ownership in which an individual acts as sole owner and manager and is responsible for determining all policies and making all of the necessary decisions associated with running a business. |
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Definition
| a substance that is dissolved by a solvent to form a solution |
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Definition
| a uniform mixture of two or more mutually miscible substances |
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Definition
| a substance or substances that dissolves another substance to form a solution |
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Definition
| Humectant that absorbs moisture from the air to prevent skin dryness. |
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Definition
| bone that joins all the bones of the cranium together. |
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Definition
| ceramides, or lipid mate¬rial, that are a natural part of the inter¬cellular cement. Glycosphingolipids and phospholipids are also natural lipids found in the barrier layer. |
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Term
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Definition
| portion of the central nervous system that originates in the brain, extends down to the lower extremity of the trunk, and is protected by the spinal column |
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Definition
| spiral or corkscrew-shaped bacteria that cause syphilis, Lyme disease, and other diseases |
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Definition
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Definition
| originally from shark-liver oil; occurs in small amounts in olive oil, wheat germ oil, and rice bran oil; also found in human sebum. A lubricant and perfume fixative |
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Definition
| more serious than basal cell carcinoma; characterized by scaly red papules or nodules. |
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Term
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Definition
| brown or wine-colored discoloration. Stains occur after certain diseases, or after moles, freckles, or liver spots disappear. A port wine stain is a birthmark, which is a vascular type of nevus |
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Definition
| pus-forming bacteria that grow in clusters like a bunch of grapes; cause abscesses, pustules, and boils. |
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Term
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Definition
| a sebaceous cyst or subcutaneous tumor filled with sebum; ranges in size from a pea to an orange. It usually appears on the scalp, neck, and back; also called a wen. |
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Term
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Definition
| highest level of decontami¬nation; completely kills every organism on a nonporous surface. |
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Term
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Definition
| muscle of the neck that depresses and rotates the head. |
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Definition
| the flat bone, or breastbone, that forms the ventral support of the ribs. |
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Term
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Definition
| the use of hot stones and cold stones in massage or in other treatments. |
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Term
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Definition
| outermost layer of the epidermis; also called the horny layer. |
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Term
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Definition
| first layer of the epidermis above the papillary layer of the dermis; also known as basal layer. |
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Term
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Definition
| layer of the epidermis composed of cells filled with keratin that resembles granules; replaces cells shed from the stratum corneum. |
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Term
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Definition
| clear layer of epidermis under the stratum corneum; found only on the palms of hands and soles of feet. |
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Term
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Definition
| spiny layer of epidermis above the basal layer |
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Term
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Definition
| : pus-forming bacteria arranged in curved lines resembling a string of beads; cause infections such as strep throat and blood poisoning |
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Term
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Definition
| also called voluntary or skeletal muscles; muscles that are con¬trolled by the will |
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Term
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Definition
| subcutaneous adipose tissue located beneath the dermis. |
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Term
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Definition
| subcutaneous tissue located beneath the dermis |
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Term
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Definition
| : artery that supplies blood to the chin and lower lip |
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Term
| sudoriferous or sweat glands |
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Definition
| excrete perspiration and detoxify the body by excreting excess salt and unwanted chemicals. |
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Term
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Definition
| an ancient method of hair removal, dating back to the Egyptians. The original recipe is a mixture of sugar, lemon juice, and water that is heated to form syrup, molded into a ball and pressed onto the skin, and then quickly stripped away |
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Term
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Definition
| sulfur reduces oil-gland activity and dissolves the skin's surface layer of dry, dead cells. This ingredient is commonly used in acne products. It can cause allergic skin reactions in some sensitive people |
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Term
| superficial temporal artery |
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Definition
| artery that supplies blood to the muscles of the front, side, and top of the head |
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Term
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Definition
| artery that sup¬plies blood to the upper lip and region of the nose. |
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Term
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Definition
| muscle of the forearm that rotates the radius outward and the palm upward |
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Term
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Definition
| artery that supplies blood to the upper eyelid and forehead. |
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Term
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Definition
| : nerve that affects the skin of the forehead, scalp, eyebrow, and upper eyelid |
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Term
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Definition
| nerve that affects the skin between the eyes and upper side of the nose |
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Term
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Definition
| surface active agents that reduce surface tension between the skin and the product to increase product spreadability; also allow oil and water to mix; detergents and emulsifiers |
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Term
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Definition
| state in which solid par¬ticles are distributed throughout a liquid medium |
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Term
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Definition
| part of the auto¬nomic nervous system that stimulates or speeds up activity and prepares the body for stressful situations, such as in running from a dangerous situation or competing in a sports event. |
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Term
| systemic (general) circulation |
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Definition
| circulation of blood from the heart throughout the body and back again to the heart; also called general circulation. |
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Term
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Definition
| an increase in pigmentation due to the melanin production that results from exposure to UV rays. Melanin is designed to help protect the skin from the sun's UV rays |
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Term
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Definition
| : fast tapping, slapping, and hacking movements |
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Term
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Definition
| soothing and antiseptic; anti¬fungal properties. Used in many products. |
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Term
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Definition
| describes capillaries that have been damaged and are now larger, or distended blood vessels. Commonly called couperose skin |
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Term
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Definition
| final hair-growth stage, the rest¬ing stage. |
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Term
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Definition
| bones forming the sides of the head in the ear region |
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Term
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Definition
| nerve affecting the muscles of the temple, side of the fore¬head, eyebrow, eyelid, and upper part of the cheek |
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Term
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Definition
| : temporal muscle; one of the muscles involved in mastication (chewing). |
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Term
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Definition
| colors formed by mixing equal amounts of secondary color and its neighboring primary color. |
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Term
| Tesla high-frequency current |
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Definition
| thermal or heat-producing current with a high rate of oscillation or vibration; also called violet ray. |
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Term
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Definition
| refers to a student who begins to prepare for taking a test by practicing good study habits and time management as part of an effective study program. |
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Term
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Definition
| a heat effect; used for per¬manent hair removal |
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Definition
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Definition
| a contagious infection that forms a ringed, red pattern with elevated edges. Also called ringworm |
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Term
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Definition
| yeast infection that inhibits melanin production. |
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Term
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Definition
| collection of similar cells that per¬form a particular function |
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Term
| tissue respiratory factor (TRF) |
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Definition
| ingredient derived from yeast cells that functions as an anti-inflammatory and moisturizing ingredient. |
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Term
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Definition
| an inorganic physical sunscreen that reflects UVA rays |
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Term
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Definition
| liquids that tone and tighten the skin. |
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Term
| transconjunctival blepharoplasty |
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Definition
| procedure performed inside the lower eyelid to remove bulging fat pads, which are often congenital. |
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Term
| transepidermal water loss (TEWL) |
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Definition
| water loss caused by evaporation on the skin's surface |
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Term
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Definition
| those abilities, such as sales training or administrative skills, that were mastered at other jobs and can be applied to a new position |
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Term
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Definition
| artery that supplies blood to the skin and the masseter |
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Term
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Definition
| muscle that covers the back of the neck and upper and middle region of the back; stabilizes the scapula and shrugs the shoulders |
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Term
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Definition
| muscle extending alongside the chin that pulls down the corner of the mouth |
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Term
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Definition
| large muscle that covers the entire back of the upper arm and extends the forearm |
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Term
| trichloroacetic acid (TCA) peels |
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Definition
a
strong peel used to diminish sun damage and wrinkles. |
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Term
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Definition
| the scientific study of hair and its diseases |
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Term
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Definition
| an abnormal rounded, solid lump; larger than a papule |
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Term
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Definition
| capable of destroying the bacteria that cause tuberculosis |
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Term
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Definition
| a bacterial disease that usually affects the lungs |
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Term
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Definition
| a large nodule; an abnormal cell mass resulting from excessive cell multiplication and varying in size, shape, and color |
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Term
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Definition
| thin layers of spongy bone on either of the outer walls of the nasal depression |
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Term
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Definition
| the center area of the face; corresponds to the shape formed by forehead, nose, and chin |
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Term
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Definition
| an open lesion on the skin or mucous membrane of the body, accompanied by pus and loss of skin depth. A deep erosion; a depression in the skin, normally due to infection or cancer |
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Term
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Definition
| inner and larger bone of the fore¬arm, attached to the wrist on the side of the little finger. |
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Term
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Definition
| artery that supplies blood to the muscle of the little-finger side of the arm and palm of the hand. |
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Term
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Definition
| nerve that affects the little-finger side of the arm and palm of the hand |
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Term
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Definition
| invisible rays that have short wavelengths, are the least pen¬etrating rays, produce chemical effects, and kill germs; also called cold rays or actinic rays |
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Term
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Definition
| set of guidelines and controls, published by OSHA, that require the employer and the employee to assume that all human blood and speci¬fied human body fluids are infectious for HIV, hepatitis B virus, and other blood-borne pathogens. |
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Term
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Definition
| the practice of recommending or selling additional services to clients that may be performed by you or other practitioners in the salon. |
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Term
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Definition
| : properties include enhancing the penetration abilities of other substances. Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and deodor¬izing action allow urea to protect the skin's surface and help maintain healthy skin. Does not induce photoallergy, photo¬toxicity, or sensitization |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
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Definition
| longer, aging rays that penetrate deeper into the skin than UVB rays. |
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Term
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Definition
| shorter, burning rays that are stronger than UVA rays |
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Term
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Definition
| device that vacuums/suctions the skin to remove impurities and stimulate circulation |
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Term
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Definition
| structures that temporarily close a passage or permit flow in one direction only |
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Term
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Definition
| business expenses that fluctuate, such as utilities, supplies, and advertising. |
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Term
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Definition
| vascular constriction of capillaries and blood flow |
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Term
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Definition
| vascular dilation of blood vessels. |
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Term
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Definition
| spreading agents and ingredients that carry or deliver other ingredients into the skin and make them more effective. |
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Term
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Definition
| : thin-walled blood vessels that are less elastic than arteries; they contain cuplike valves to prevent backflow and carry impure blood from the various capillaries back to the heart and lungs |
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Term
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Definition
| very fine, soft, downy hair covering most of the body |
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Term
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Definition
| the lower, thick-walled chamber of the heart |
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Term
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Definition
| a wart; hypertrophy of the papillae and epidermis caused by a virus. It is infectious and contagious. |
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