NIMA Chemical Peels & Exfoliation Vocabulary

Vocabulary study set based on NIMA Nevada written exam consolidated flashcards covering chemical peels, exfoliation, and microdermabrasion.

Superficial Peeling

An exfoliation treatment that removes dead skin cells from the outermost epidermal layers.

Medium-Depth Peel

A peel depth that reaches the papillary dermis.

TCA Peel Depth

Superficial to medium depth; actual depth depends on concentration, formulation, layers, application, and skin preparation.

Frosting

Visible whitening caused by coagulation or denaturation of epidermal proteins; associated with Jessner and TCA peels.

Blanching

Indicates that a peel has gone too deep; considered a danger sign requiring adherence to the product's emergency protocol.

Jessner Peel Skin Preparation

Degreasing or stripping surface oil with acetone before applying the peel.

Jessner Peel

A peel formulation containing lactic acid, salicylic acid, and resorcinol in an ethanol solvent.

Occlusive Layers

What can be used to drive a chemical peel deeper?

Erythema

A reddened-skin condition listed as a contraindication to chemical peels.

Salicylic Acid

An acid known for exfoliating, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory benefits; contraindicated with tretinoin use and aspirin allergies.

Glycolic Acid

The chemical peel acid with the smallest molecular size.

Lactic Acid

An acid traditionally derived from sour milk and tomatoes, classically associated with fermented or sour milk.

Maximum AHA Percentage estheticians can use.

50%

6-12 months

what is the waiting period after completing isotretinoin before receiving exfoliation treatments.

Ultrasonic Treatment

A treatment described as hydrating and exfoliating prior to more aggressive exfoliation.

Proteolytic Peel

An enzyme peel in which enzymes dissolve or digest keratin protein.

Pancreatin and Trypsin

What are enzymes made from meat by products called?

Bromelain

An enzyme derived from pineapple

Salt Treatment

A treatment that exfoliates the skin in addition to stimulating it.

Microdermabrasion

A type of mechanical exfoliation that primarily affects the stratum corneum.

Corundum

Aluminum oxide crystals used in crystal microdermabrasion.

Pinpoint Bleeding

A result of performing microdermabrasion too aggressively, indicating excessive treatment and compromised skin.

Rosacea

A skin condition listed as a contraindication to microdermabrasion.

Ice-Pick Scars

A type of scar that is not effectively treated by microdermabrasion.

Microdermabrasion Documentation

Machine information that must be documented, including device settings, passes, areas treated, skin response, products, and aftercare.

1-2 days

What is the waiting period after microdermabrasion before receiving filler injections.