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The procedures that may be legally performed, as defined by a local regulatory agency are referred to as the: ✔✔Scope Of Practice
Clinical Term for REDNESS ✔✔Erythema
Why is a superficial fungal infection able to occur on specific areas of the skin? ✔✔The skin remains moist
Dermabrasion is used to treat all of the following EXCEPT: ✔✔Sunken Cheeks
Which of the following is NOT a result of collagen or fat injections? ✔✔Evening out of pigmentation
A physician who specializes in diagnosing & treating diseases of the skin and nails is known as a: ✔✔Dermatologist
The therapeutic use of marine plants to cleanse and revitalize the skin and body is known as: ✔✔Algotherapy
Soaking a clean towel in the liquid from both an infusion and decoction and applying it to a specific area of the body is known as: ✔✔Formentation
The natural substance that prevents bacterial growth on the skin with external application is called an: ✔✔Antiseptic
The treatment in which requires a patient to be anesthetized is called: ✔✔Dermabrasion
A makeup Application is: ✔✔80% art & 20% science
A product that purifies and balances the skin's pH level is a: ✔✔Toner
"Wide-set" eyes have a space between the eyes greater than the: ✔✔Width of an eye (1)
A vascular disorder characterized by flushed redness,dialed capillaries and small red bumps. ✔✔Rosacea
Skin type that displays a few breakouts or clogged areas ✔✔Normal
Which area should NOT be stimulated by petrissage movements. ✔✔Eyes
A systematic,therapeutic method of manipulating the body by rubbing, pinching, tapping, kneading or stroking is known as: ✔✔Massage
Sunscreens contain: ✔✔Blockers & Absorbers
The results that the ingredients deliver are called: ✔✔Benefits
The size of the pores is most visible on the: ✔✔Cheek Area
The lifestyle factor that robs nutrients and oxygen from the skin are: ✔✔Smoking
Number 1 factor in the extrinsic again process ✔✔Amount of Sun Exposure
The congenital disease that results in the failure of the skin to produce melanin is: ✔✔Albonism
The name of the connective tissue that holds bones to other bones to form joints is: ✔✔Ligaments
A strong protein substance that, when broken down, forms bundles that strengthen and give structure to the skin is: ✔✔Collagen
Acids or bases used to adjust the desired product pH level are called: ✔✔pH adjustors
Organic ingredients that bind water and deposit it into the skin is called: ✔✔Humectants
Ingredients responsible for producing the desired effects are called: ✔✔Active Ingredients
The body's state of balance is referred to as: ✔✔Homeostasis
This is NOT a type of muscle tissue ✔✔Myology
Separate body structures that perform specific functions are called: ✔✔Organs
Groups of called of the same kind of makeup are: ✔✔Tissues
Which of the following is the control center of cell actives? ✔✔Nucleus
The study of the organs and systems of the body is called: ✔✔Anatomy
How do you react in the event of a cut, scratch or embedded object eye injury? ✔✔Secure gauze pad or cloth with a bandage
Tools and Instruments used to puncture or invade the skin must be sterilized or ✔✔Disposable
The second level of infection control that does not eliminate bacterial spores is called: ✔✔Disinfection
This is a disease that is easily spread from one person to another. ✔✔Contagious Disease
Head Lice, itch mites, ringworm and nail fungus are all diseases caused by: ✔✔External Parasite
One-celled microorganisms that are either disease-producing or non disease producing are called: ✔✔Bacteria
A skin care service center should keep all records of daily sales and services for atleast: ✔✔Six Months
Insurance Policy required by LAW ✔✔Worker's Compensation
The reservoir of cash that is needed to stay ahead of creditors is called: ✔✔Operating Capital
The average number of hours of sleep needed per night to function properly is: ✔✔6-8 hours
Which of the following is caused by hormonal imbalances, and typically affects women by causing dark hair to grow in areas of the body such as face,arms,legs and back? ✔✔Hirsutism
Excessive Hair growth which is genetically determined is called: ✔✔Hypertrichosis
Hair growth on the scalp ✔✔Capilla
Thick,coarse hair that grows on the face and forms a beard ✔✔Barb
Eyelash Hair ✔✔Cilia
Eyebrow Hair ✔✔Supercilia
Soft, downy hair on the body at birth ✔✔Lanugo
Thin, soft, unpigmented hair covering the body ✔✔Villus
Which of the following is thicker, pigmented hair that grows on areas of the body after puberty? ✔✔terminal
1st & Longest Phase where hair actively grows is called: ✔✔Anagen Phase
The stage where the hair begins to destroy itself as it disconnects from the papilla is called: ✔✔Catagen Phase
The phase in which the hair sheds, and the follicle rests and prepares to resume to the anagen phase ✔✔Telogen Phase
How long are chemical depilatories generally left on the skin? ✔✔10 minutes
The method of hair removal that requires the technician to insert a small needle into each hair follicle? ✔✔Electrolysis
A person who specializes in electrolysis is called: ✔✔Electrologist
a light, relaxing, smooth, gentle stroking or circular movement used in massage: ✔✔Effleurage
Most important massage movement ✔✔Petrissage
The massage movement that is the most stimulating & is used for the shortest amount of time: ✔✔tapotement
A massage motion that resembles a chopping movement using the edges of the hands is known as: ✔✔hacking
A substance or ingredient likely to cause an allergic reaction ✔✔Allergen
Dilated capillaries that can be treated with gentle massage and soothing,mild products are referred to as: ✔✔Telangiectasia
The study of the skin's functions ✔✔Skin Physiology
The Protective Layer of the skin ✔✔Epidermis
The epidermis is primarily composed of: ✔✔Keratinocytes
Toughest layer of the epidermis ✔✔Stratum Corneum
Keratinocytes on the surface of the skin remain tightly interconnected by intercellular connections called: ✔✔Desmosomes
"spiny" irregular shipped cells are located in the: ✔✔Stratum Spinosum
The layer of the skin in which the cells are more regularly shaped and resemble many tiny granules is the: ✔✔Stratum Granulosum
Male hormone that influences the production of sebum? ✔✔Androgen
The structure that insulates and acts as a shock absorber to protect the bones? ✔✔Subcutaneous Layer
A change in a substance that creates a new substance with different material characteristics from those original substances are: ✔✔Chemical Change
Positive electrical charge and identify the atom? ✔✔Protons
Negative Electrical charge ✔✔Electrons
Chemically uniting two different elements ✔✔Compound
materials that dissolve and break down large molecules into smaller ones are: ✔✔enzymes
A simple unit of a carbohydrate ✔✔Saccharide
The solid, or dissolved part of a solution is called: ✔✔Solute
Solvents that easily mix together are called: ✔✔Miscible
The term that describes when a solute will no longer dissolve evenly in the solvent is the: ✔✔Saturation Point
Average pH range of the skin ✔✔4.5-6.
Which ingredients listed below is compatible with both water and oil? ✔✔Emulsifiers
which of the following have the ability to bind a wide range of organic and inorganic matter to water? ✔✔Surfactants
The promotion and advertising of cosmetics and many other products are regulated by the: ✔✔FTC
The flow of electricity moving along a conductor is called: ✔✔Electric Current
The electric current in which electrons move at an even rate and flow only in one directions is called: ✔✔Direct Current
Two metal pieces that make contact with each other to allow the flow of electric current are found only on a: ✔✔Circuit Breaker
The direct current used in electrotherapy treatments : ✔✔Galvanic
The type of phoresis is often used in desincrusitation: ✔✔Anaphoresis
Negatively charged electrode: ✔✔Cathode
Tesla, A high frequency current is also known as: ✔✔Voilet Rays
