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What is the technical name for the study of skin, including its structure, functions, diseases and treatment? |
dermatology |
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The outer protective layer of the skin is called: |
epidermis |
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Where does mitosis (cell division) or replacement of the skin take place? |
stratum germinativum |
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Which of the following layers of skin does not contain any blood vessels? |
epidermis |
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The stratum germinativum and what other layer of the skin contain melanin? |
stratum spinosum |
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On the human body, the thickest skin is located on the: |
palms and soles |
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The deterioration of collagen and elastin fibers during the aging process causes: |
wrinkles |
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Sudoriferous glands, sebaceous glands, sensory nerve endings, blood vessels, arrector pili muscles and a major portion of each hair follicle are found in the: |
dermis |
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The stratum corneum is composed of: |
keratin cells |
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What is a major function of the sudoriferous gland? |
help to regulate body temperature |
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The sebaceous gland produces |
sebum (oil) |
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What is the function of sebum? |
mix with sweat to form the acid mantle |
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The excretion of sweat from the skin is controlled by the: |
nervous system |
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What is one function of the acid mantle? |
keep skin from drying and chapping |
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Nerve bundles in the subcutaneous tissue branch into the stratum granulosum layer and respond to: |
pain |
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Which layer of the skin acts as a protective cushion to protect the bones and gives the body its contour and shape? |
subcutaneous layer |
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What tans the skin to help protect it from harmful ultraviolet rays from the sun? |
melanin |
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The most common skin type is: |
combination |
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An allergic reaction to cosmetics or chemicals that salon professionals may be susceptible to is called: |
dermatitis venenata |
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What is the technical term for the study of diseases? |
pathology |
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How should a salon professional react if the client has a skin disease? |
refer client to a physician |
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The term used to identify conditions that are brief and severe is: |
acute |
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Herpes simplex is the technical term for: |
fever blisters |
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An example of a subjective symptom would be: |
itching |
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Vesicles can be produced by which of the following conditions? |
poison ivy |
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A secondary lesion appearing as round, dry patches of skin covered with rough, silvery scales is called: |
psoriasis |
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What may happen to the skin if an area is subject to pressure or friction? |
it may become callused |
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Which of the following skin lesions often occurs when skin loses its flexibility due to exposure to wind, cold, water, and cracks in the skin appear? |
fissure |
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Verruca is a name given to a variety of: |
warts |
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What is the technical name for liver spots? |
chloasma |
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What is another name for a stain in the skin caused by the dilation of the small blood vessels in the skin, also known as a birthmark? |
naevus |
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What is the technical term for a decrease in activity of melanocytes? |
leukoderma |
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Melanotic sarcoma is a skin cancer that begins with: |
a mole |
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Where does a steatoma most often appear? |
on the scalp, neck and back |
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What is the disorder called that is an over-production of perspiration caused by excessive heat or general body weakness? |
hyperhidrosis |
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What is the professional action to take when a client with rosacea requests a facial service? |
proceed with the service with approval of the client’s physician |
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Accumulations of hardened sebum beneath the skin are called whiteheads or: |
milia |
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Acne can be found in two stages, acne simplex and: |
acne vulgaris |
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What is a condition called that is characterized by dry, scaly skin with reduced production of sebum? |
asteatosis |
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Which disorder is caused by excessive secretion of the sebaceous glands? |
seborrhea |
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Applying pressure to motor points will have which of the following effects? |
soothe and stimulate nerves and muscles |
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Effleurage is a massage movement that involves a: |
light, gentle stroking or circular movement |
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The gentle massage movement that often begins and ends a massage treatment is: |
effleurage |
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If a client suffers from high blood pressure or has suffered a stroke or heart attack, massage movements should: |
be avoided since massage increases circulation |
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The massage manipulation that consists of light or heavy kneading and rolling of the muscles is called: |
petrissage |
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Which massage movement deeply stimulates the muscles, nerves and skin glands? |
petrissage |
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Which of the following massage manipulations is a circular or wringing movement usually carried out with the fingertips or palms of the hands? |
friction |
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Areas of the skin that are diseased, broken, bruised or scraped: |
should not be massaged |
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The massage movement that should NOT be used when the client needs soothing is: |
tapotement |
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Some benefits of facial masks include; increase of blood circulation in treated areas, removal of surface dirt, softening of the skin and: |
absorbing and removing unwanted surface oil |
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Which of the following is NOT generally a contraindication for skin care services? |
low blood pressure |
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Which of the following descriptions identify where wax should NOT be applied? |
over sunburn |
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Why is it not recommended to wax lanugo hair? |
skin may lose its softness |
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Used wax should be disposed of after: |
every client |
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How do chemical depilatories remove unwanted hair? |
by degrading the protein structure of the hair |
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Why will many clients have the opinion that shaved hair feels more coarse or thicker following removal? |
due to the blunt effect of the razor |
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In what direction are eyebrow hairs tweezed? |
in the direction of hair growth |
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What hair removal method is available for clients who cannot tolerate hot wax treatments? |
cold wax treatment |
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Which temporary hair removal service is beneficial for removing hair from both large and small areas of the body? |
waxing |
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In what direction do you pull removal strips during hot wax treatments? |
in the opposite direction of the hair growth |
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What should be applied to the skin following the use of a wax depilatory? |
a soothing toner |
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Inserting a single needle into a hair follicle and using a high frequency/short-wave current describes a hair removal method called: |
thermolysis |
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What colors seem to minimize or diminish the appearance of facial features? |
darker colors |
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On what area of the face is a foundation tested for a color match? |
jaw line |
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Why would the salon professional apply a lighter shade when performing a corrective makeup procedure? |
to emphasize a facial area |
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Whether covering the entire face or if using a two-shade application, foundation must be blended to: |
avoid a line of demarcation |
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One method to make wide-set eyes appear closer together is: |
extend the brows past the inside corner of the eyes |
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Facial powders are designed to: |
set other makeup products so they last longer |
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A colorless, translucent powder may be worn with any foundation shade since it is designed to: |
allow the skin/foundation shade to show through |
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Semi-permanent individual lashes do not adhere to lower lashes for as long as top ones because of: |
the body’s natural oils |