Esthetician flashcards

Comedones

Comedones are small bumps that are a primary lesion in acne and are caused by clogged hair follicle

Astringents

tightens pores and reduces oil production.

alcohol-based and helps remove grease and dirt from the skin

may also contain salicylic acid, witch hazel, or citric acid.

For : oily or acne-prone skin

Toner

A toner is a water-based solution applied after cleansing the skin.

an additional cleansing step to remove traces of makeup, oil, and debris and balance your skin’s pH.

A toner is crucial for better absorption of potent ingredients and preparing your skin for other skin care products.

Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion is a physical exfoliator — it removes skin by rubbing it off. Diamond or Crystal tip

Enzyme Peel

exfoliation treatment that uses ingredients such : protein enzymes or alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs)

chemically dissolve dead skin cells without the surface abrasive action of other body exfoliation treatments.

AHAs are naturally-occurring acids found in sugarcane and citrus fruit.

Extractions

The process of removing sebum, bacteria, dead cells, and other waste from the skin follicle.

Comedogenic

An ingredient or product that increases the accumulation of dead cells within the follicles (increased retention hyperkeratosis) when applied to the skin, leading to blackhead formation and acne flare-ups.

Galvanic current machine

A machine used by estheticians in facial treatments. It has two different uses, depending on the polarity of the current that is used. When the working electrode is the negative pole, it is used with a desincrustation solution to soften blocked sebum in pores. When the positive pole is the working electrode, it is used to soothe the skin and encourage the absorption of a water-soluble treatment product.

Dermaplaning

shave away the uppermost layers of your skin. Dermaplaning can help reduce the appearance of acne scars or other skin imperfections by revealing newer, undamaged skin.

Fitzpatrick scale

The current scale classifies skin from types I to VITrusted Source. Type I refers to skin that always burns, while type VI refers to skin that never burns. In general, a lower FSP means a person’s skin burns more easily than it tans. A higher FSP means that a person’s skin does not burn easily.