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Facials
Chapters 20-22
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Cosmetology
Undergraduate 1
02/22/2011

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HERPES SIMPLEX
Definition
the recurring virus infection, commonly known as fever blisters.
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STEATOMA
Definition
a sebaceous cyst which is a subcutaneous tumor of the sebaceous gland.
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ASTEATOSIS
Definition
a condition of dry, scaly skin due to a deficiency or absence of sebum, caused by aging and exposure to the cold.
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ROSACEA
Definition
a chronic inflammatory congestion of the cheeks and nose which is characterized redness, dilation of the blood vessels and the formation of papules and pustules
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CHLOASMA
Definition
the condition characterized by the increased pigmentation on the skin in spots that are not elevated
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DERMATITIS VENENATA
Definition
an eruptive skin condition caused by contact with irritating substances like chemicals or tints
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LEUKODERMA
Definition
a skin condition characterized by light abnormal patches; caused by a burn or congenital diseases that destroys the pigment producing cells
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ABCDE CANCER CHECKLIST
Definition
A-ASYMMETRY B-BORDER C-COLOR D- DIAMETER E-EVOLVING
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MASSAGE CREAM
Definition
what is used to maintain good slip during a massage
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MODELAGE MASK
Definition
mask that contain special crystals of gypsum that harden when mixed with cold water immediately before application
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PARRAFIN WAX MASK
Definition
mask that is melted to a little more than body temperature before application
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GAUZE
Definition
used to hold in place certain masks that tend to run
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CLIENT CONSULTATION
Definition
The fist step to any facial treatment
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OILY
Definition
skin with an overabundance of sebum
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NORMAL
Definition
skin that is in god condition and has adequate supply of sebum and moisture
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TONIC LOTION OR FRESHENER
Definition
this is applied after massage cream is removed
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ESSENTIAL OILS
Definition
aromatherapy refers to the use of these
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ALOE GEL
Definition
this can be used to calm and sooth the skin that experiences redness and swelling after waxing
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NEVER APPLY WAX OVER...
Definition
warts moles abrasions or inflamed skin
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HEALTH-SCREENING
Definition
what each client should fill out before beginning a skin analysis or facial treatments
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CONTRAINDICATION
Definition
a condition the cleint has, or a treatment they are undergoing, that might cause a negative side effect during the facial treatment
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SKIN CONDITIONS
Definition
characteristics of the skin associated with a particular skin type
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CLEANSING MILK
Definition
a non-foaming lotion that is designed to cleanse dry and sensitive skin types and to remove make-up
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FOAMING CLEANSER
Definition
used for combination or oilier skin types that contains surfactants that cause the product to foam rinse easily
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TONER
Definition
designed to lower the pH of skin after cleansing and to help remove excess cleaning milk
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ASTRINGENTS
Definition
tonic lotion designed for oily or acne-prone skin
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EXFOLIATION
Definition
the peeling and shedding of the horny (outer) layer of skin
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MICRODERMABRASION
Definition
newer form of mechanical exfoliation
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ENZYME PEELS
Definition
another name for chemical exfoliation
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MODELAGE
Definition
an enzyme peel where a cream is applied to the skin before steaming that forms a hardened crust that is then massages or "rolled" off
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DRY
Definition
skin that is lacking in oil and is often dehydrated
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COMBINATION
Definition
skin that may either have oily or normal and dry areas
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DEHYDRATION
Definition
a condition that cause the skin to feels dry and flaky because of an insufficient amount of water in the body
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MASSAGE
Definition
the manual or mechanical manipulation of the body by various movements to increase metabolism and circulation, promote absorption and relieve pain
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DIRECTION OF MASSAGE MOVEMENTS
Definition
insertion to orgin
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EFFLEURAGE
Definition
a light, continuous movement applied with the fingers and palms in a slow rhythmic manner without pressure
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PETRISSAGE
Definition
when the skin is grasped btwn the fingers and palms and tissues are lifted from the underlying structures and squeezed, rolled or pinched with light firm pressure
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TAPOTEMENT OR PERCUSSION
Definition
most stimulating form of massage that is performed by tapping, slapping, or hacking movements
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ORIGIN OF THE MUSCLE
Definition
the fixed attachment of one end of the muscle to a bone or tissue
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FULLING
Definition
a form of petrissage which is used mostly for massaging of the arms
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VIBRATION
Definition
shaking movement accomplished by rapid muscular contractions in the practitioners arms, while the balls of the fingertips are pressed firmly on the point of application
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FULLING
Definition
A FORM OF PETRISSAGE WHERE THE TISSUE IS GRASPED, gently lifted, and spread out
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HACKING MOVEMENTS
Definition
use of the wrists and outer edges of the hands in a fast, light ,firm, flexible motions against the skin in alternate succession
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MOTOR POINT
Definition
point over the muscle where pressure or stimulation will cause contraction of the muscle--every muscle and nerve has one
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RELAXATION
Definition
achieved through light but firm, slow rhythmic movements, or very slow light hand vibrations over the motor points for a short time
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ROLLING
Definition
pressing and twisting the tissues with a fast bank-and-forth movement
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WRINGING
Definition
vigorous movements in which your hands are placed a little distance apart on both sides of the arm or leg. while working downward a twisting motion is applied against the bones in a opposite direction
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PRESERVATIVE
Definition
maintaining the health of the facial skin by using correct cleansing methods, increasing circulation, relaxing the nerves, and activating the skin glands and metabolism through masage
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INFRARED LAMPS
Definition
used to heat the skin, increase blood flow, and treat hair and scalp
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ELECTRONICALLY CHARGED TWEEZER METHOD
Definition
superfluous hair removal that transmits a radio-frequency energy down the hair shaft into the follicle area
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DEPILATORY
Definition
an alkali preparation used for the temporary removal of superfluous hair by dissolving it at the skin level
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EPILATION
Definition
process of removing hair by pulling it out of the follicle
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FISSURE
Definition
crack int eh skin that penetrates the dermis
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MILIA
Definition
TECHNICAL TERM FOR WHITEHEADS
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HYPERHIDROSIS
Definition
excessive perspiration
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LENTIGINES
Definition
freckles
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ALBINISM
Definition
congenital absence of melanin pigment of the body
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NEVUS
Definition
birthmark
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KERATOMA
Definition
callus
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VERRUCA
Definition
wart
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BENIGN SARCOMA
Definition
skin cancer that starts with a black or brown patch on the skin that appears to be uneven in texture, jagged, or raised
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PSORIASIS
Definition
red patches, covered with white-silver scales usually found on the scalp, elbows ,knees, chest, and lower back
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ECZEMA
Definition
inflammatory, painful itching disease of the skin,acute or chronic in nature, presenting many forms of dry or moist lesions
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