Busy. Please wait.
Log in with Clever
or

show password
Forgot Password?

Don't have an account?  Sign up 
Sign up using Clever
or

Username is available taken
show password


Make sure to remember your password. If you forget it there is no way for StudyStack to send you a reset link. You would need to create a new account.
Your email address is only used to allow you to reset your password. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.


Already a StudyStack user? Log In

Reset Password
Enter the associated with your account, and we'll email you a link to reset your password.

Chapter 16 - Standard Esthetics

Quiz yourself by thinking what should be in each of the black spaces below before clicking on it to display the answer.
        Help!  

Question
Answer
anaphoresis   process of desincrustation or forcing negative liquids into the tissues from the negative toward the positive pole  
🗑
anaphoresis   process of ionic penetration that is an alkaline, stimulating action  
🗑
electrophoresis   occurs because particles dispersed in a fluid almost always carry an electric surface charge  
🗑
cataphoresis   process of forcing positive, acidic substances into deeper tissues using a galvanic current from the positive toward the negative pole  
🗑
cataphoresis   process of ionic penetration that tightens and calms the skin  
🗑
desincrustation   galvanic current is used to create an alkaline chemical reaction that emulsifies or liquefies sebum and debris  
🗑
electrotherapy   the use of electrical devices for therapeutic benefits  
🗑
galvanic current   a constant and direct current; uses a positive and negative pole to produce chemical reactions and ionic reactions  
🗑
high-frequency machine   apparatus that utilizes alternating or sinusoidal current to produce a mild to strong heat effect  
🗑
high-frequency   is a Telsa current, sometimes called voilet ray  
🗑
Nikola Telsa   United States electrical engineer and inventor (born in Croatia but of Serbian descent) who discovered the principles of alternating currents(1856-1943)  
🗑
ion   an atom or molecule that carries an electrical charge  
🗑
ion   an atom or molecule which has lost or gained one or more electrons, giving it a positive or negative electrical charge  
🗑
ionization   the physical process of converting an atom or molecule into an ion by adding or removing charged particles such as electrons or other ions  
🗑
ionization   the process of separating of a substance into ions  
🗑
iontophoresis   classified use of transdermal drug delivery  
🗑
iontophoresis   process of introducing ions of water-soluble products into the skin using an electric current such as a positive and negative poles of a galvanic machine  
🗑
anode; cathode   the positively charged chamber, termed the _____ will repel a positively charged chemical, while the negatively charged chamber, termed the _____, will repel a negatively charged chemical into the skin  
🗑
Lucas sprayer   atomizer designed to apply plant extracts and other ingredients to the skin  
🗑
rotary brush   machine used to lightly exfoliate and stimulate the skin  
🗑
rotary brush   machine used to help soften excess oil, dirt, and cell buildup  
🗑
saponification   chemical reaction during desincrustation where the current transforms the sebum into soap  
🗑
sinusoidal current   alternating current similar to faradic current  
🗑
sinusoidal current   current that produces mechanical contractions and is used during scalp and facial manipulations  
🗑
spray machine   spray misting device  
🗑
thermolysis   has a heat effect  
🗑
thermolysis   used for permanent hair removal  
🗑
vacuum machine   also suction machine, device that vacuums/suctions the skin to remove impurities and stimulate circulation  
🗑
suction machine   also vacuum machine, device that vacuums/suctions the skin to remove impurities and stimulate circulation  
🗑
Wood's lamp   filtered black light that is used to illuminate skin disorders, fungi, bacterial disorders, and pigmentation  
🗑
anaphoresis   negative pole (cathode); causes an alkaline reaction  
🗑
anaphoresis   negative pole (cathode); softens and relaxes tissue  
🗑
anaphoresis   negative pole (cathode); stimulates nerve endings  
🗑
anaphoresis   negative pole (cathode); increases blood circulation  
🗑
cataphoresis   positive pole (anode); causes an acid reaction  
🗑
cataphoresis   positive pole (anode; tightens the skin  
🗑
cataphoresis   positive pole (anode); calms or soothes nerve endings  
🗑
cataphoresis   positive pole (anode); decreases blood circulation  
🗑
The __________ of a product is also a factor in permeability   molecular weight  
🗑
permeability   a measure of how easily a fluid (e.g., water) can pass through a porous medium (skin)  
🗑
Smaller molecules have a greater _____, while larger molecules _____ into the skin   penetration ability; cannot penetrate  
🗑
If neither a negative nor positive polarity is indicated for an ampoule, as a general rule the esthetician should first use the _____ pole and then the _____ pole.   negative; positive  
🗑
Products that have a slightly acidic pH are considered   positive  
🗑
Products with an alkaline (or base) tendency are considered _____   negative  
🗑
Producst with an alkaline tendency (negative) are used for?   desincrustation  
🗑
This process allows estheticians to transfer, or penetrate, ions of an applied solution into deeper layers of the skin.   iontophoresis/cataphoresis  
🗑
universal laws of attraction   negative attracts positive and vice versa  
🗑
iontophoresis   creates an exchange of negative and positive ions or charges  
🗑
If a product is positive, the client and esthetician will use...   opposite electrodes  
🗑
An alkaline-based electronegative solution is placed onto the skin's surface to perform   desincrustation  
🗑
When the electrical current interacts with the salts (sodium chloride) in the skin it creates a chemical know as _____ - or lye   sodium hydroxide  
🗑
this function is thought to help reduce the appearance of creases (laugh lines) and improve the overall appearance of the skin   vacuum (suction)  
🗑
What are the two main functions of the vacuum (suction) machine?   1)remove (suction) dirt and impurities from the skin, and 2) to simulate the dermal layer and blood circulation  
🗑
When using the steamer, steam should be kept _____ inches from the face   15 to 18  
🗑
To avoid harming the client's skin, suction should not be used on _____, _____, or _____ skin.   inflamed, rosacea, cuperose  
🗑
What step can be used instead of using the vacuum (suction) machine?   massage  
🗑
Ordinary oxygen in the atmosphere consists of _____ oxygen atoms.   2  
🗑
Ozone consists of ______ oxygen atoms and has _____ qualities.   3; anticeptic  
🗑
Ozone molecules have the power to kill _____ and other _____.   bacteria; microorganisms  
🗑
ozone   a strong oxidizer that creates free radicals  
🗑
Too much steam should not be used on _____ or ____ skin because it _____, causing more redness and irritation.   couperose,inflamed; dialates the capillaries and follicles  
🗑
to avoid damaging or further irritating the skin, do not use brushes or suction devices on   acne, couperose, or inflamed skin  
🗑
a thick corneum layer appears as _____ under the Wood's lamp   white florescence  
🗑
a horny layer of dead skin cells appears as _____ under the Wood's lamp   white spots  
🗑
normal, healthy skin appears as _____ under the Wood's lamp   blue-white  
🗑
dehydrated skin appears as _____ under the Wood's lamp   light violet  
🗑
oily areas of the face/comedones appear as _____ under the Wood's lamp   yellow or sometimes pink  
🗑
pigmentation problems appear as _____ under the Wood's lamp:   brown  
🗑
contraindications for electrotherapy   heart patients, clients with pacemakers, metal implants, preganant clients, clients with epilepsy or seizure disorders, clients who are afraid of electric current, those with open or broken skin.  
🗑
Electrical devices enhance a facial by making it easier to give a _____, _____, and _____   skin analysis; achieve better product penetration; sanitize the skin  
🗑


   

Review the information in the table. When you are ready to quiz yourself you can hide individual columns or the entire table. Then you can click on the empty cells to reveal the answer. Try to recall what will be displayed before clicking the empty cell.
 
To hide a column, click on the column name.
 
To hide the entire table, click on the "Hide All" button.
 
You may also shuffle the rows of the table by clicking on the "Shuffle" button.
 
Or sort by any of the columns using the down arrow next to any column heading.
If you know all the data on any row, you can temporarily remove it by tapping the trash can to the right of the row.

 
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.

  Normal Size     Small Size show me how
Created by: heaneyl
Popular Medical sets