- Which term describes follicles impacted with solidified sebum and dead cell buildup, also known as blackheads
- What type of epilator may cause an allergic reaction and should be patch tested on the client before each use?
- In the early stages, a typical bacterial infection on the nail plate can be identified as a _____.
- A dark band within the nail plate extending from the base to the free edge due to increased pigmentation is known as
- To soften brow, saturate the pledgets with
- When removing cleanser in the eye area, move outward on the upper lid and:
- which of the following is an infectious nail disease
- Ridges running vertically down the natural nail plate are caused by _____.
- What does the body need in order to produce vitamin D?Select one:a.waterb.sunlightc.exfoliationd.detoxification
- Which medical condition has hormonal and reproductive challenges and usually shows acne and hair growth on the face and chin?Select one:a.cancerb.heart problemc.autoimmune diseased.polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
- Lipid-soluble products can be absorbed into the skin via intercellular space between corneocytes.Select one:TrueFalse
- Which layer of the skin's permeability barrier prevents transepidermal water loss (TEWL)?Select one:a.adiposeb.acid mantlec.stratum basaled.stratum lucidum
- Functions of the skin carry out complex actions related to sensation, heat regulation, absorption, protection, excretion and:Select one:a.tasteb.smellc.excoriationd.secretion
- The chemical conversion of living cells into dead protein cells is known as:Select one:a.exfoliationb.inflammationc.keratinizationd.desquamation
- Using a cool towel or mask during a facial will cause vasoconstriction to create what type of effect?Select one:a.increase microcirculationb.increase inflammationc.reduce the appearance of rednessd.increase the appearance of redness
- During what stage of wound healing does epithelialization (cell renewal) begin?Select one:a.hemostasisb.proliferationc.inflammationd.maturation (remodeling)
- All of the following are primary ways that products are absorbed into the skin EXCEPT:Select one:a.through intercellular spaceb.through the skin appendagesc.through transcellular diffusiond.through the arrector pili muscle
- What type of exfoliation uses an abrasive material or device to stimulate removal of the upper layer of the stratum corneum is known as:Select one:a.chemicalb.mechanical (physical)c.excoriationd.keratinization
- To keep the skin water-resistant and protected, what is the skin's most prevalent secretion?Select one:a.sebumb.waterc.hormonesd.pheromones
- Inflammation on the cheeks and nose in a typical "butterfly pattern" is a sign of what medical condition?Select one:a.allergiesb.fibromyalgiac.sinus problemd.autoimmune disease