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Skin Analysis
Chapter 11
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Cosmetology
10/02/2011
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Term
Skin Types
 Definition
  • Dry
  • Normal
  • Combination
  • Oily
  • Sensitive (both skin type and condition)
Term
T-Zone
 Definition

The center area of the face formed by the forehead, nose and chin.

 

How large the pores are in the Tzone and throughout the face can usually determine the skin type
Term
Alipidic
 Definition
Skin that lacks oil (lipids)
Term
Dry skin
 Definition

Does not produce enought oil.  the follicles are usually small and the sebum is minimal.

 

If you can barely see the follicles or they are small, this indicates a dry skin type.
Term
Occlusive Products
 Definition
Products that can reduce the transepidermal water loss (tewl) to help hold in moisture and protect the skin's top barrier layer.
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