Theory Cheat Sheet 500.

Tinea

Contagious condition caused by a fungal infection.

Seborrhea

A disorder of the sebaceous gland that causes severe oiliness.

Macule

A flat spot or discoloration on the skin, like a freckle.

Sudoriferous Glands

The sweat glands in the body.

Rosacea

A chronic vascular disorder characterized by couperose veins and skin congestion, potentially with papules and pustules.

Melanocytes

Cells that produce pigment granules found in the basal layer (stratum germinativum) of the skin.

Dermis

The division of the skin that contains collagen and elastin, also called the true skin.

Reticular Layer

The deepest layer of the dermis, mainly composed of collagen and elastin and weakened by UV rays.

UVA

Aging rays that penetrate the skin.

UVB

Burning rays that cause sunburn.

Hepatitis

A bloodborne virus that causes disease and can damage the liver.

Cocci

Round shaped bacteria that can appear singly or in groups, including three types: staphylococci, streptococci, and diplococci.

Pneumonia

A disease caused by diplococci bacteria.

Spirilla

Spiral or corkscrew-shaped bacteria that cause diseases like syphilis and Lyme disease.

Contamination

The presence of blood or other potentially infectious materials on an item's surface or visible debris.

Disinfection

The process of destroying most pathogenic bacteria and toxins on nonporous surfaces.

Autoclave

A device used in sterilization, resulting in the destruction of all microbes through heat and pressure.

Herpes Zoster

A type of infection characterized by groups of red blisters forming a rash, also known as shingles.

Spores

The inactive stage of bacteria.

Streptococci

Pathogenic bacteria that cause blood poisoning.

Bacilli

Pathogenic bacteria that cause tetanus.

Staphylococci

Pathogenic bacteria that appear in clusters resembling grapes.

Steps of a Facial

Cleanse, analyze, exfoliate, steam/warm towels, extractions, tone, massage, mask, tone, moisturize, and sunscreen.

Virus

What causes warts.

Verruca

The technical term for a wart.

Sinusoidal Current

Produces heat and is a type of high-frequency current.

Board of Cosmetology

The entity that must be informed about changes of business or home address.

Sterilization

The highest level of decontamination that kills all microbes.

6 Months

The period allowed after passing both theory and practical exams to apply for a license.

Pathogenic Bacteria

Cocci, bacilli, and spirilla that produce various diseases.

EPA Registered Disinfectant

The disinfectant used for blood exposure incidents on floors and counters.

Sulfur

The vitamin that aids in collagen production.

Vitamins A and E

Vitamins good for sun protection and aging effects.

Asteatosis

A disorder of sebaceous glands characterized by dry, scaly skin.

Skin

The largest organ in the body.

Integumentary System

The body system that includes hair, nails, sweat glands, and oil glands.

pH Below 7.0

The pH of the acid mantle.

Natural pH of Skin

5.5.

Horny Layer

Another name for stratum corneum.

Basal Cell Layer

Another name for stratum germinativum.

Palms and Soles

Common locations of the stratum lucidum.

Quats, phenols, bleach, or disinfectants should never contact the skin.

Cell Mitosis

The usual process of cell reproduction that results in daughter cells.

Cotton Round or Gauze

What is used to apply moisturizer or creams to the skin.

Contraindication

Factors that prohibit a treatment due to a condition that could be harmful or have negative side effects.

Toner

What comes after the mask and before moisturizer in a facial.

Exfoliation

What follows cleansing in a skin analysis.

After Extractions

When toner is mostly used to close pores.

Gommage Mask

Exfoliating creams that roll off the skin.

Modelage Mask

Thermal masks used in skincare.

Psoriasis

Red patches covered with white-silver scales.

Eczema

Inflammatory, painful itching disease of the skin, acute or chronic in nature.

Ergonomically Correct Posture

Posture that is healthy for the human spine.

Waxing

The most popular epilating method in salons.

Depilation

The process of removing hair at or near the level of the skin.

Depilatories

Substances used to dissolve hair at the skin level.

Hirsutism

Excessive hair growth.

Telogen Phase

The resting or falling out stage of hair growth.

Beeswax

The ingredient in hair removal wax that is most likely to cause an allergic reaction.

Cell Renewal Factor

CRF; involved in the process of skin cell regeneration.

pH Scale Measurement

Measured in ions.

True

Only products containing water can have a pH.

AHA's in Esthetics Salon

No more than 30% solution and no less than 3.0 pH.

LED Blue Light

Effective in treating acne.

Oval Face Shape

Face shape with artistically ideal proportions.

Wide Nose Contouring

Apply darker foundation on both sides of the nose.

Small Lips Correction

Outline both upper and lower lips and fill in with soft or frosted colors to make them appear larger.

Band Lashes Application

Applied with strip lash adhesive.

Milliampere

One-thousandth of an ampere.

Galvanic Current

The direct current type used in various skin treatments.

Anode and Cathode

The positive and negative poles used in galvanic treatments.

Inactive Pole in Galvanic Treatment

Held in the right hand or under the right shoulder.

Cataphoresis

Infusing a positive (acid) product into the skin with electric current.

Anaphoresis

The process of infusing negative product into the skin.

Anode

The positive pole active during iontophoresis.

Cathode

The negative pole active during desincrustation.

Tesla High Frequency Current

Also called violet ray and creates thermal effects.

LED Red Light

Used for anti-aging purposes.

Wash Hands

What should be done before and after every service.

Sodium Hypochlorite

Another term for household bleach.

Multi-use Items

Also known as disinfectable items.

True

UV sanitizers are useful for storage but do not disinfect or sterilize.

Tertiary Color

Formed by mixing equal amounts of a primary color with its neighboring secondary color.

Primary Goal of Makeup

To enhance the client's natural beauty by emphasizing attractive features.

License Renewal

Every two years.

Bacterial, Fungicidal, Virucidal, Pseudomonicidal, Tuberculocidal

Disinfectants effective against hepatitis B and HIV 1, required after blood exposure.

Laminate License

Not allowed.

License Lapsed 3 Years

Must pass the law and practical exam to get reinstated.

License Display Requirement

Must be prominently displayed at the workstation.

Esthetician Uniform Requirement

Required to wear a nametag that displays name and license number.

Cosmetology/Esthetics School Age Requirement

At least 16 and have a high school diploma or GED.

Code Violation Fine Range

$0-$1000.

False

Licensed estheticians are not allowed to diagnose.

Board of Education Members

Six Months

Time allowed after passing exams to apply for a license without penalty.

Skin Cancer Cause

Damage to DNA.

Tinea Corporis

The technical term for ringworm.

Basal Cell Carcinoma

The most common and least severe type of carcinoma.

ABCDE's of Melanoma Detection

Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolving.

Androgens

Male hormones that stimulate sebaceous glands.