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Chapter 11- Skin Analysis
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Undergraduate 1
05/20/2010

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Term
A _______________ type is something a person is born with.
Definition
Skin
Term
The 5 different skin types are:
Definition

Dry

normal

combination

oily

and

sensitive

Term
Only on skin type can be also a skin condition. What is it ?
Definition
Sensitive
Term
When skin lacks ________________________, it is classified as a dryskin type.
Definition
Oil
Term
Small follicles indicate that the skin is _______________________.
Definition
Dry
Term
This skin type has an unhealthy acid mantle and skin carrier funtion:
Definition
Dry
Term
Occulsive products do what?
Definition
Reduce transepidermal water loss - TEWL
Term
Which skin type(s) can be dehyrdrated?
Definition

Dry

Oily

Combination

Term
Skin that is dehydrated lacks?
Definition
Water
Term
When follicles go from smaller to medium just on the edge of the T-Zone by the nose, the skin type is ?
Definition
Normal
Term
Blemishes develop in oily skin becuase the pores get clogged with:
Definition
Oil and dead skin cells
Term
Having a good water-and-oil balance is characteristic of which skin type(s)?
Definition
Normal skin type
Term
Products and exposure to heat or sun can easily irritate this skin type.
Definition
Sensitive
Term
The _____________________ is a skin typing system that shows the skin's ability to withstand sun exposure.
Definition
Fitzpatrick Scale
Term
The Fitzpatrick Scale classifies people with very fair skin, blonde or red hair, and lgt colored eyes as:
Definition
Type I
Term
__________________ on the Fitzpatrick Scale includes Mideastern skin that tans and is rarely sensitive to the sun.
Definition
Type V
Term
Different amounts of _____________________ are found in Black, Hispanic, Asian and Native American skin types.
Definition
Melanin
Term
Hyperkeratosis can be defined as:
Definition
Excessive dead skin cell buildup and cell turnover
Term
Darker skin types can suffer from _____________________ dueto trauma, extractions, sun damage or exfoliation.
Definition
Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Term
Which ethnic skin type is considered to be most sensitive to peels?
Definition
Asian
Term
You should be most concerned abou the _______________ when treating skin.
Definition
Skin Conditions
Term
A person's skin condition can be influenced by :
Definition
Internal and external factors
Term

Which of the following are skin conditions?

Couperous, sensitive, and wrinkling

dry, oily, or normal

Natural pigmentation

All answers

Definition
Couperous, sensitive and wrinkling
Term
Rough areas that are caused by sunexposure and are sometimes acoompanied by a layered scale or scab are characteristics of this skin conditions:
Definition
Actinic Keratosis
Term
Inflammatory Redness is called _________________
Definition
Erythema
Term

Choose the best descriptionfor comedones:

Blackheads and Whiteheads

Whiteheads only

Blackheads only

Cysts

Definition
Blackheads and Whiteheads
Term
A blackhead can be most accurately described as a(n) ?
Definition
Open Comedone
Term
What type of skin condition is caused by smoking?
Definition
Asphyxiated
Term
When skin is asphyxiated, what does it lack?
Definition
Oxygen
Term
Large blackheads around the eyes are specifically called:
Definition
Solar Comedones
Term
When papules become infected and contain fluid, they are called:
Definition
pustules
Term
Externally, the skin is most damaged by:
Definition
Sun Exposure
Term
What does MED stand for?
Definition
Minimal Erythermal Dose
Term
MED Measures:
Definition
How long it takes to become red from sun exposure.
Term
Skin can suffer from ____________,_____________ and _____________ as a result of being exposed to UVA rays.
Definition

Photoaging

DNA Damage

Skin Cancer

Term
UVB rays are chracterized by:
Definition
Stroner, shorter wavelengths
Term
What are the causes of erytherma?
Definition
Cell damage andblood vessel dilation in the dermis.
Term
This layer of theatmosphere isresponsible forabsorbing UVC rays:
Definition
Ozone Layer
Term
High amounts of antioxidants can be found in these foods:
Definition
Berries and Citrus fruit
Term
A family of antioxidants known as polyphenols can be found in ________________, _____________, _____________ and ______________________.
Definition

green tea

red grapes

strawberries

and

Pomegranates

Term
_________ for esthetic services include(s) contagious diseases.
Definition
Contraindications
Term
Lupus is one example of a(n) ______________________ disease.
Definition
Autoimmune system
Term
Harsh exoliating or waxing treatments should always be avoided when clients are taking ____________     ___________.
Definition
Oral Steroids
Term
These treatments may trigger an epileptic seizure, ___________ or ___________________ treatments.
Definition
light or electrical
Term
Clients with ____________________ or __________________should not receive electrical treatments.
Definition
Heart abnormalities or have a pacemaker
Term
You must ask important questions such as, "What are you skin concerns"? when:
Definition
Doing a consultation
Term
Asking your client how their skin feels during different parts of the day provides valuable information about what?
Definition
Oiliness or dryness of the skin
Term
Touching the skin with your fingers during a skin analysis helps you to determine whether ornot the skin is ___________.
Definition
Rough
Term
The four components of every skin analysis include?
Definition

Look

Feel

Ask

Listen

Term
__________ and __________ generally determine skin type.
Definition
Genetics and Ethnicity
Term
A clients ____________________ is primarily based on how much oil is produced in the follicles and the amount of ________________ found between the cells.
Definition

Skintype

Lipids

Term
A skin that is lacking oil is called _______________.
Definition
Alilipic
Term
Generally, what size are the follicles of dry skin?
Definition
small
Term
What is the purpose of occlusive products?
Definition
To reduce TEWL (transepidermal water loss), help hold in moisture and protect the skins top barrier layer to combat dryness.
Term
What is the purpose of a skin care regimen for normal skin?
Definition
Maintenance and protection
Term
Combination skin can be both _____________ and ________________ at the same time.
Definition

Oily Dry

Oily Normal

Term
Name the 3 areas included in the T-Zone:
Definition

Forehead

Nose

Chin

Term
List 2 characteristics of Oily skin:
Definition

Excess sebum

Large Pores

Term
Why does over cleansing make oily skin worse?
Definition
It strips the acid mantle, irritating it. Once unbalanced and irritated it compensates with additional oil production.
Term
Sensitive skin is both a __________ and a ______________.
Definition
Condition and skin type
Term
Three most common characteristics of sensitive skin:
Definition

Fragile

Thin skin

Redness

Term
Fragile and thin skin can be a result of _____________ or ____________.
Definition

age

medications

Term
Describe Type I Fitzpatrick Skin Type
Definition
Very fair, red or blonde hair, light colored eyes, maybe freckles, always burns - never tans.
Term
Describe Type II skin type on Fitzpatrick Scale
Definition
Fair skin, Light Hair and eyes, Burns easily
Term
Describe Type III skin type on Fitzpatrick Scale
Definition
Very common type, Fair skin, Eye/Hair varies, Sometimes burns, gradual tan
Term
Describe Type IV skin type on Fitzpatrick Scale
Definition
Mediterranean Caucasian, Medium-Heavy Pigmentation, Rarely burns, always tans
Term
Describe type V skin type on Fitzpatrick Scale
Definition
Middleastern skin, rarely sun senstive, tans
Term
Describe type VI skin type on Fitzpatrick Scale
Definition
Black skin, rarely sun sensitive, tans easily
Term
Black skin needs more exfoliation and deep pore cleansing due to its susceptibility to _____________________.
Definition
hyperkeratosis
Term
Darker skin types are prone to develop post inflammatory ________________________.
Definition
Hyperpigmentation.
Term
What ethnic skin type is considered to be one of the most sensitive?
Definition
Asian
Term
Low tolerance to products and stimulation are characteristics of ___________________ skin.
Definition
sensitive
Term
Ethnic skin typically have thicker ________________ and need more ____________________.
Definition

Skin Types

Exfoliation

Term
______________________ skin is in good condition with a sufficient supply of sebum and moisture.
Definition
Normal
Term
__________________ skin having both dry and oily areas.
Definition
Combination
Term
_______________, skin lacking oil
Definition
Dry
Term
___________________________, skin generally loose, wrinkled or lined.
Definition
Mature/aging
Term
_________________, skin identified by distended capillaries.
Definition
Couperose
Term
_________________, skin with an overabundance of sebum
Definition
Oily
Term
_________________, needs to be balanced and requires more care than normal skin.
Definition
Combination
Term
___________________________, does not show aging as quickly as caucasian skin.
Definition
Ethnic skin
Term
_______________, couperose skin conditions are noticeable.
Definition
Sensitive
Term
Name at least 8 common skin condtions that an esthetician focuses on:
Definition

Adult Acne

Actinic aging

Problems from hormones

Dehydration

Pigmentation disorders

Rosacea

comedones

hyperkeratinization

redness

sensitivities

aging

poor elasticity

Seborrhea

Term
_________________________, A rough area resulting from sun exposure, sometimes witha a layered scale or scab thatsometimes falls off. Can be precancerous.
Definition
Actinic keratosis
Term
__________________, Acne breakouts from hormonal changes or other factors.
Definition
Adult acne
Term
________________, Smokers have asphyxiated skin from lack of oxygen. Characterized by clogged pores and wrinkles; dull and lifeless-looking. Can be yellowish or gray in color.
Definition
Asphyxiated
Term
Open comedones are blackheads and clogged pores caused by a buildup of debris, oil, and dead skincells suck inthe pores. Closed comedones are not open to the air oroxygen. They are trapped by dead skin cells and need to be exfoliated and extracted. Also called whiteheads ifhardened.
Definition
Comedones
Term
_________________________, Redness; distended capillaries from weakening of the capillary walls; internal or external causes.
Definition
Couperose or Telangiectasia
Term
________________, Fluids, infection, or other matter under the skin.
Definition
Cyst
Term
_______________, Lack of water. Can be caused by environement, medications, topical agents, aging, or dehydrating drinks such as Caffiene and Alcohol.
Definition
Dehydration
Term
_________________________, Larger pores due to excess oil and debris trapped in the follicles or expansion due to elasticity loss or trauma.
Definition
Enlarged Pores
Term
___________________, Redness caused by inflammation.
Definition
Erythema
Term
_________________, An excessive buildup of dead skincells / kerantinized cells.
Definition
Hyperkeratination
Term
_________________________, brown ordark pigmentation; discoloration from melanin production due to sun, other factors, or irritation.
Definition
Hyperpigmentation
Term
__________________, White, colorless areas from lack of melanin production.
Definition
Hypopigmentation
Term
__________________, Usually redness orinflammation;can be from a variety of causes.
Definition
Irritation
Term
_____________________, A buildup of cells; a rough texture.
Definition
Keratosis/Keratoses
Term
_______________________, Hardened whitehead. Oil and dead skin cells trapped beneath the surface of the skin. These are not exposed to oxygen andhave to be lanced to open and remove them.
Definition
Milia
Term
_________________, raised lesions; also called blemishes.
Definition
Papules
Term
___________________, Sagging. Loose skin from damage, the sun and aging.
Definition
Poor Elastiticy
Term
__________________, an infected papule with fluid inside.
Definition
Pustules
Term
___________________, A vascular disorder. Chronic redness. Papules and pustules may be present.
Definition
Rosacea
Term
__________________, Benign lesions seen in oiler areasof the face. Described as looking like doughnut holes. Can't be extracted.
Definition
Sebaceous Hyperplasia
Term
____________________, Oiliness of the skin.
Definition
Seborrhea
Term
__________________, Reactions from internal or external causes.
Definition
Sensitivities
Term
_______________________, Large blackheads, usually around the eyes, due to sun exposure.
Definition
Solar comedones
Term
___________________, UV damage to the epidermis and dermis; primarily effects are wrinkles, collagen and elastin breakdowns, pigmentation and cancer.
Definition
Sun Damage
Term
__________________, Lines and damage from internal or external causes.
Definition
Wrinkles / Aging
Term
Internal effects on the skin:
Definition

Genetics & Ethnicity influenced conditions

Stress, lifestyle, negative attitude

Free Radicals

Dehydration

Vitamin Deficiency

Improper nutrition, alcohol, caffiene

Hormones and menopause

Lack of excercise

Lack of sleep

Smoking

Medications, drugs

Medical conditions

Term
External effects on the skin:
Definition

Sun Damage

Environmental exposure, pollutants and air quality

Environment andhumidity

Poor maintenance and care

Misuse of products or treatments

Allergies and reactions to environmental factors or products

Term
List the characteristics of UVA rays:
Definition

320-380NM

Longer wavelengths, penetrate deeper than UVB

Less energetic and lower frequency

absorbed by the epidermis and dermis

Rays above 320nm penetrate more readily into dermis

Long wavelengths have low energy, so the cell damage isn't as severe

Affect the dermis, collagen, and elastin

Can cause DNA damage leading to skin cancer

Tanning beds use UVA light

Term
List characteristics of UVB Rays:
Definition

280-320NM

Shorter wavelengths and stronger than UVA

More energy, wavelengths have higher frequency

UVB penetrate less because the shorter wavelengths are scattered or reflected by the dermis.

The higher energy from UVB rayscauses more interaction and has a greater effect on DNA, molecules and cells.

UVB are the main cause of sunburns and skin cancers.

Term
Contraindications for Accutane or any skin thinning or exfoliating drug.
Definition
Avoid Waxing, any exfoliation or peeling treatment or stimulating treatments.
Term
Contraindications for Pregnancy
Definition

No electrical treatments

or any questionable treatments w/o physicians written permission

Some may be sensitive to waxing

No Rose Oil

Term
Contraindications for Metal Bones/Pins or plates
Definition
Avoid all electrical current
Term
Contraindications forPacemakers or heart irregularities
Definition
Avoid all electrical current
Term
Contraindications for Allergies:
Definition

Any allergic substances should be strictly avoided.

Clients w/multiple allergies should use fragrance free products designed for sensitive skin.

Term
Contraindications for Seizures or Epilepsy
Definition
Avoid all electrical and light treatments
Term
Contraindications for Oral steroids like prednisone
Definition
Avoid any stimulating or exfoliating treatment or waxing.
Term
Contraindications for Autoimmune diseases such as Lupus.
Definition
Avoid any harsh or stimulating treatments.
Term
Contraindications for Diabetes
Definition
Be aware due to poor blood circulation, many diabetics heal very slowly and may not readily feel pain, especially in the feet. If any doubt, get approval from client's physician before treatment.
Term
Contraindications for Blood Thinners
Definition
No extraction or waxing
Term
__________________ is a record of all your notes from the skin analysis, what you used in the treatment, and home care recommendation.
Definition
A client chart
Term
____________________ is a document that a client reads and signs, releasing you from liability before you perform services.
Definition
Client release form
Term
__________________, chains of amino acides; used to treat wrinkles and elasticity.
Definition
Peptides
Term
__________________, pigment granules of melanocyte cells that produce melanin in the basal layer.
Definition
Melanosome
Term
Name the 5 Skin Types
Definition

Dry

Normal

Combination

Oily

Sensitive (Both a skin type and condition)

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