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Chapter 22 Facials
Terms Of Facials
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Cosmetology
12th Grade
02/08/2011

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Aromatherapy
Definition
Therapeutu=ic use of essential oils
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Cathode
Definition
Negative Electrode
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Fulling
Definition
Form Of petrissage in which the tissue is grasped, gently lifted, and spread out; use mainly for massaging the arm
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Hacking
Definition
Chopping movement performed with the edges of the hands in massage
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Masks
Definition
Special cosmetic preparations applied to the face to tighten, tone, hydrate, and nourish the skin
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Light Therapy
Definition
application of light rays to the skin for treating disorders
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Friction
Definition
Deep rubbign movement requiring pressure on the skin with the fingers or palms while moving them over an underlying structure
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Massage
Definition
Manual or machanical manipulationof the bodyby rubbing, pinching, kneading, tapping, and other movements to increase metabolism and circulation, promote absorption, and relieve pain
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Steamer
Definition
Heats and produces a stream of warm steam that can be focused on various areas of the skin
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Wringing
Definition
Vigorous movement in which the hands, placed a little distance apart on both sides of the client's arm or leg and working downward, apply a twisting motion against the bones in the opposite direction
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Vibration
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The rapid shaking of the body part while the balls of the fingertips are pressed firmly on the point of application
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Massage Creams
Definition
Lubricants designed to give the practitioner a good slip during a massage
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Microcurrent
Definition
A galavanic treatment that is computerized device with many skin care applications
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Petrissage
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Kneading movement performed by lifting, squeezing, and pressing the tissue the tissue with a light firm pressure
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Toners
Definition
liquid that helps remove excess oil in the skin
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Emollients
Definition
oil or fatty ingredients that prevents moisture from leaving the skin
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Enzyme Peels
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Chemical exfoilents that involves the use of enzymes that help speed up the breakdown of keratin, the protein in skin
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Electrotherapy
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Electrical facial treatments
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Astringents
Definition
liquid that helps remove the excess oil in the skin
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Moisturizers
Definition
products formulated to add moisture to the skin
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