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Question 1Infection Control and Safety Practices

What is the most important routine practice for preventing the spread of infection between clients?

  1. Wearing gloves during every part of the service and changing them between clients
  2. Applying alcohol-based hand sanitizer only when the hands look visibly dirty
  3. Wiping the hands on a clean towel after each service is completed
  4. Washing hands with soap and warm running water before and after each client Correct answer.

Explanation

Handwashing with soap and warm running water, using friction, is the single most effective infection control measure in a salon. It removes transient microorganisms that gloves, sanitizer, or towels cannot reliably eliminate. Hand hygiene must be performed before and after every client contact.

Question 2Infection Control and Safety Practices

Which method destroys all microbial life, including bacterial spores, on salon implements?

  1. Wiping with 70% alcohol
  2. Sterilizing in an autoclave Correct answer.
  3. Soaking in a hospital-grade disinfectant
  4. Cleaning with soap and water

Explanation

Sterilization is the highest level of microbial control and destroys all microorganisms, including spores. An autoclave uses steam under pressure to achieve this. Disinfection and cleaning are lower levels of control.

Question 3Infection Control and Safety Practices

Bacteria shaped like spheres are called:

  1. Cocci Correct answer.
  2. Vibrios
  3. Spirilla
  4. Bacilli

Explanation

Bacteria are classified by shape: cocci are round or spherical, bacilli are rod-shaped, and spirilla are spiral-shaped. Vibrios are curved rods. Knowing these groups helps estheticians understand how infections present.

Question 4Infection Control and Safety Practices

Which document provides information about the hazards, safe handling, and emergency measures for a chemical product?

  1. Patch test record
  2. Client intake form
  3. Safety Data Sheet Correct answer.
  4. Service menu

Explanation

A Safety Data Sheet, formerly called an MSDS, is supplied by the manufacturer and describes a product's hazards, safe use, first aid, and spill response. OSHA requires these sheets to be accessible to workers. They should be kept where chemicals are stored.

Question 5Infection Control and Safety Practices

Disinfectants used in a salon must be registered with which federal agency?

  1. EPA Correct answer.
  2. FDA
  3. CDC
  4. OSHA

Explanation

The Environmental Protection Agency registers disinfectants and reviews the label claims that salons rely on, such as bactericidal and tuberculocidal activity. Estheticians should check for an EPA registration number on the label. OSHA and FDA have different roles.

Question 6Infection Control and Safety Practices

A disease that can be spread from one person to another is described as:

  1. Communicable Correct answer.
  2. Chronic
  3. Systemic
  4. Nonpathogenic

Explanation

A communicable or contagious disease is one that can be transmitted from person to person, directly or indirectly. Nonpathogenic means not disease-causing, systemic means affecting the whole body, and chronic means long-lasting.

Question 7Infection Control and Safety Practices

Which item must be discarded after a single use and cannot be disinfected and reused?

  1. Stainless-steel tweezers
  2. Wooden applicator Correct answer.
  3. Reusable plastic spatula
  4. Glass mixing bowl

Explanation

Porous items such as wooden applicators, cotton, and sponges absorb moisture and microorganisms and cannot be reliably disinfected. They must be discarded after a single use. Nonporous metal, glass, and hard plastic implements can be cleaned and disinfected.

Question 8Infection Control and Safety Practices

In salon practice, a "hospital-grade" disinfectant is one that:

  1. Kills all bacteria but not viruses or fungi on surfaces
  2. Is safe to pour down any drain without dilution or special handling
  3. Can be used on human skin as an antiseptic and left on the skin
  4. Is registered with the EPA and labeled tuberculocidal Correct answer.

Explanation

Hospital-grade disinfectants are EPA-registered products with a label claim of effectiveness against Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which is used as a benchmark for a broad-spectrum product. They are for surfaces and implements, not for skin. Label directions must be followed exactly.

Question 9Infection Control and Safety Practices

Which statement correctly distinguishes disinfection from sterilization?

  1. Sterilization is a lower level of microbial control than sanitation and disinfection
  2. Disinfection destroys most pathogens; sterilization destroys all microbial life Correct answer.
  3. Sanitation and sterilization are different names for the same process used on implements
  4. Disinfection kills all bacterial spores, while sterilization kills only growing bacteria and viruses

Explanation

Disinfection destroys most pathogenic organisms on surfaces and implements but may not destroy all spores. Sterilization destroys all microbial life, including spores, and is achieved with equipment such as an autoclave. Sanitation is the lowest level and simply reduces the number of organisms.

Question 10Infection Control and Safety Practices

How long should an implement remain in a disinfectant solution?

  1. Until the solution looks cloudy or has changed color
  2. Five seconds of complete immersion is sufficient
  3. For the contact time stated on the manufacturer's label Correct answer.
  4. Exactly one full hour for every product, regardless of the label

Explanation

Each disinfectant has a required contact time, often 10 minutes, that is printed on the label. The implement must be fully immersed for that entire period to be properly disinfected. Shorter soaking does not meet the label claim.

Question 11Infection Control and Safety Practices

Quaternary ammonium compounds are widely used as disinfectants, but they generally:

  1. Are the only disinfectants registered with the EPA for salon use
  2. Must be used at full strength on the client's skin
  3. Are effective against many bacteria but not against spores Correct answer.
  4. Are effective against bacterial spores when mixed correctly

Explanation

Quats are low-level disinfectants that are effective against many bacteria and some viruses but not against bacterial spores or mycobacteria. A tuberculocidal product is needed for hospital-grade claims. Quats are never used on skin.

Question 12Infection Control and Safety Practices

Under universal precautions, an esthetician should treat which body fluids as potentially infectious?

  1. All blood and body fluids, regardless of the client's apparent health Correct answer.
  2. Only saliva and respiratory droplets during conversation
  3. Only blood and body fluids from clients who appear visibly ill or infected
  4. Only blood that is visibly contaminated and warm

Explanation

Universal precautions require treating all blood and body fluids as if they carry bloodborne pathogens, because a client may be infected without looking or feeling ill. This approach removes the need to judge who is infectious. It protects both the worker and the client.

Question 13Infection Control and Safety Practices

Which statement about hepatitis B is correct?

  1. It cannot be prevented by vaccination and has no available test
  2. It is spread mainly by contaminated food, water, and shared eating utensils
  3. It is a bloodborne virus and a vaccine is available for prevention Correct answer.
  4. It is caused by a fungus and treated with antifungal cream

Explanation

Hepatitis B is a bloodborne virus that can be transmitted through contact with infected blood or body fluids. A safe and effective vaccine is available, and OSHA requires employers to offer it to at-risk workers. It is not a foodborne or fungal disease.

Question 14Infection Control and Safety Practices

What is the correct way to handle a used sharp implement such as a lancet?

  1. Break the tip off with a plastic guard before throwing it away
  2. Recap it carefully with one hand and place it in a locked drawer
  3. Place it directly into a puncture-resistant sharps container without recapping Correct answer.
  4. Place it in the regular trash after wrapping it tightly in a paper towel and tape

Explanation

Used sharps must go immediately into a puncture-resistant, labeled sharps container. Recapping is the leading cause of needlestick injuries and should be avoided. Sharps must never be placed in regular trash.

Question 15Infection Control and Safety Practices

If a client has an inflamed, oozing skin infection on the area to be treated, the esthetician should:

  1. Treat only the infected area with a disinfectant wipe
  2. Apply a heavier moisturizer over the area before treatment
  3. Postpone the service and refer the client to a physician Correct answer.
  4. Wear two pairs of gloves and proceed with the service

Explanation

An inflamed, oozing lesion is a contraindication for esthetic services because treatment could spread infection and worsen the condition. The esthetician should not treat the area and should refer the client for medical evaluation. Disinfectants are not for use on skin lesions.

Question 16Infection Control and Safety Practices

Which group of items is porous and therefore cannot be safely disinfected for reuse?

  1. Metal comedone extractors and forceps
  2. Glass bowls and reusable plastic spatulas that are washed
  3. Cotton pads, sponges, and wooden applicators Correct answer.
  4. Stainless-steel tweezers and scissors

Explanation

Porous materials absorb liquids and microorganisms and cannot be reliably cleaned and disinfected. Cotton, sponges, and wooden items are therefore single-use and must be discarded. Nonporous metal, glass, and hard plastic can be disinfected.

Question 17Infection Control and Safety Practices

A disinfectant solution in a wet sanitizer should be replaced:

  1. Only after 100 implements have been soaked in the same container
  2. Per the manufacturer's directions or sooner if visibly dirty Correct answer.
  3. Only when it turns a different color or develops an odor
  4. Once a month regardless of how many implements have been soaked in it

Explanation

Disinfectant strength and cleanliness decline with use, so the solution must be changed according to the manufacturer's directions and whenever it becomes visibly soiled. Cloudiness or debris indicates the solution is no longer effective. Following the label ensures the product works as intended.

Question 18Infection Control and Safety Practices

What must be done to a soiled implement before it is placed in disinfectant?

  1. Rinse it in hot water only for ten seconds
  2. Soak it in bleach overnight before disinfection
  3. Clean it thoroughly with soap and water, rinse, and dry Correct answer.
  4. Wipe it with a dry paper towel and place it directly in the disinfectant tray

Explanation

Disinfectants cannot penetrate dirt, oil, or debris, so implements must first be cleaned with soap and water, rinsed, and dried. Only a clean implement can be properly disinfected. Skipping this step allows pathogens to survive.

Question 19Infection Control and Safety Practices

Which practice is safest when using electrical equipment in the treatment room?

  1. Keep cords away from water and unplug equipment by grasping the plug Correct answer.
  2. Unplug equipment by pulling firmly on the cord itself
  3. Use equipment with frayed cords as long as it still works
  4. Run cords across walkways so they stay visible and can be checked easily

Explanation

Water and electricity must be kept apart, and equipment should be unplugged by the plug, not the cord, to avoid damage and shock. Cords should be routed away from traffic and water sources. Frayed cords must be taken out of service.

Question 20Infection Control and Safety Practices

Which extinguisher class should be used on a fire involving electrical equipment?

  1. Class K extinguisher
  2. A bucket of water
  3. Class A water extinguisher
  4. Class C extinguisher Correct answer.

Explanation

Class C extinguishers are designed for fires involving energized electrical equipment. Water-based extinguishers can conduct electricity and make an electrical fire worse. Class K is for cooking oils, and Class A is for ordinary combustibles.

Question 21Infection Control and Safety Practices

A product that stops the growth of bacteria without killing them is described as:

  1. Fungicidal
  2. Virucidal
  3. Bacteriostatic Correct answer.
  4. Bactericidal

Explanation

Bacteriostatic agents inhibit bacterial reproduction without destroying the organisms. Bactericidal agents kill bacteria, virucidal agents kill viruses, and fungicidal agents kill fungi. The distinction matters when reading disinfectant labels.

Question 22Infection Control and Safety Practices

Which statement about HIV is accurate for salon safety?

  1. It is spread by casual contact such as sharing a comb or towel
  2. It is a bloodborne virus easily killed by proper disinfection Correct answer.
  3. It survives for several days on dry salon surfaces and on shared tools
  4. It can be transmitted through intact skin during a facial massage

Explanation

HIV is a bloodborne virus that is fragile outside the body and is inactivated by proper cleaning and disinfection of implements. It is not spread by casual contact or through intact skin. Standard universal precautions are sufficient in salon settings.

Question 23Infection Control and Safety Practices

Which set of conditions is typical for steam sterilization in an autoclave?

  1. 100°F at 5 psi for 2 minutes
  2. 212°F at atmospheric pressure for 5 minutes
  3. 250°F at 15 psi for 15 to 20 minutes Correct answer.
  4. 350°F at 30 psi for 60 minutes

Explanation

Steam sterilization typically uses about 250°F under 15 pounds per square inch of pressure for 15 to 20 minutes. The pressure allows steam to reach a temperature high enough to destroy spores. Lower temperatures or atmospheric pressure do not sterilize.

Question 24Infection Control and Safety Practices

What is the correct use of an ultraviolet (UV) cabinet in a salon?

  1. It disinfects porous items such as cotton and wooden sticks
  2. It sterilizes implements in place of an autoclave when used overnight
  3. It replaces handwashing when gloves are unavailable
  4. It may store disinfected implements but is not a reliable sterilizer Correct answer.

Explanation

UV cabinets have limited penetrating power and do not reliably sterilize implements, especially if surfaces are shadowed. They may be used to store already disinfected tools, but they do not replace cleaning, disinfection, or autoclaving. Porous items cannot be disinfected and must be discarded.

Question 25Infection Control and Safety Practices

Which federal agency enforces workplace safety rules, including the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, in salons?

  1. OSHA Correct answer.
  2. FDA
  3. EPA
  4. CDC

Explanation

OSHA enforces workplace safety regulations, including the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, which requires exposure control plans, training, and offered hepatitis B vaccination. EPA registers disinfectants, FDA regulates cosmetics and devices, and CDC issues guidance. Employers must comply with OSHA rules.

Question 26Infection Control and Safety Practices

What is the primary purpose of a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) kept in the salon for a product used during treatments?

  1. To prove that the product has been approved by OSHA
  2. To confirm that the product kills bacteria on contact
  3. To explain the hazards and safe handling of a product Correct answer.
  4. To list the retail price and the shelf life of the product

Explanation

Under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, manufacturers must supply an SDS for each hazardous chemical, and employers must keep it accessible to workers. The sheet summarizes health and physical hazards, first aid, storage, and required protective equipment. It is an information document, not an approval or a performance claim.

Question 27Infection Control and Safety Practices

Which type of bacteria is round or spherical in shape?

  1. Cocci Correct answer.
  2. Spirilla
  3. Bacilli
  4. Flagella

Explanation

Bacteria are classified by shape: cocci are spherical, bacilli are rod-shaped, and spirilla are spiral or curved. Flagella are whiplike appendages used for movement, not a shape category.

Question 28Infection Control and Safety Practices

How long should a proper handwashing with soap and warm running water last?

  1. About 10 seconds
  2. About 5 seconds
  3. At least 3 minutes
  4. At least 20 seconds Correct answer.

Explanation

Health agencies recommend scrubbing all surfaces of the hands and wrists with soap and warm running water for at least 20 seconds, then rinsing and drying with a clean paper towel. The time and friction are what lift and rinse away transient microorganisms.

Question 29Infection Control and Safety Practices

After implements have been cleaned and disinfected, how should they be stored until the next client?

  1. On a towel that is reused throughout the day
  2. Submerged in the disinfectant solution indefinitely
  3. In a clean, covered container Correct answer.
  4. Loose in a drawer that also holds used tools

Explanation

Disinfected implements must be protected from recontamination, so they are stored dry in a clean, closed container that is reserved for processed items. Storing them openly or together with soiled tools undoes the disinfection step.

Question 30Infection Control and Safety Practices

A disinfectant label states that the product is "tuberculocidal." What does this claim indicate?

  1. It is gentle enough to apply directly to a client's skin
  2. It kills the bacterium that causes tuberculosis Correct answer.
  3. It destroys all bacterial spores on contact
  4. It has been reviewed for use as a sterilant

Explanation

A tuberculocidal claim means the product has been shown to kill Mycobacterium tuberculosis, an organism that is comparatively hard to destroy. This claim is one benchmark used to identify hospital-grade disinfectants suitable for bloodborne pathogen cleanup. It does not imply spore kill or sterilization.

Question 31Infection Control and Safety Practices

A splash of a client's blood reaches the esthetician's eye. What should she do first?

  1. Flush the eye with clean water at an eyewash station Correct answer.
  2. Apply an antibiotic ointment to the eye and cover it with a patch
  3. Wait several hours to see whether redness or pain develops
  4. Wipe the eye carefully with a disinfectant towelette

Explanation

For any splash to the eyes or mucous membranes, immediate flushing with clean water or saline for about 15 minutes is the first step, followed by medical evaluation and reporting of the exposure incident. Prompt flushing reduces the dose of infectious material that can reach the tissue.

Question 32Infection Control and Safety Practices

A small amount of blood is spilled on the treatment room floor. What is the correct procedure?

  1. Absorb it, then disinfect with an EPA-registered product Correct answer.
  2. Rinse the area with water and dry it with a cloth towel
  3. Wipe it up quickly with a paper towel and continue with the next client
  4. Sprinkle an absorbent powder on the spill and then sweep it away

Explanation

Blood spills are handled by absorbing the material with disposable towels, cleaning the surface with detergent, and then applying an EPA-registered disinfectant carrying a bloodborne pathogen (tuberculocidal) claim for the label contact time. Soiled absorbent materials are then placed in a sealed bag for proper disposal.

Question 33Infection Control and Safety Practices

An esthetician is taking cream from a jar for a client. Which practice best prevents contamination of the remaining product?

  1. Dipping fingers into the jar after sanitizing them
  2. Returning unused cream from the dish to the jar
  3. Using a clean spatula to move product to a dish Correct answer.
  4. Using the same spatula over and over during the entire service

Explanation

The product is protected when a clean spatula is used to remove the needed amount into a separate dish, so nothing from the client ever touches the main container. Single-use spatulas or a fresh spatula per removal prevent the jar from becoming a reservoir of microorganisms.

Question 34Infection Control and Safety Practices

The esthetician has a small cut on her finger. Which action is appropriate before she treats a client?

  1. Cover the cut with a bandage and wear a glove Correct answer.
  2. Ask the client whether the cut is a concern
  3. Wash it once and begin the treatment immediately
  4. Seal the cut with a layer of clear nail polish

Explanation

An open cut is a portal of entry for bloodborne pathogens, so it must be covered with a bandage and then protected with a glove during the service. This protects both the esthetician and the client from cross-contamination.

Question 35Infection Control and Safety Practices

Which agency registers disinfectants and reviews their claims of effectiveness against specific pathogens?

  1. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
  2. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration
  3. The Food and Drug Administration
  4. The Environmental Protection Agency Correct answer.

Explanation

The EPA reviews efficacy data and registers disinfectants together with the pathogens listed on the label. Salons rely on that registration to choose products proven effective for the organisms of concern, such as those in bloodborne pathogen cleanup.

Question 36Infection Control and Safety Practices

A person becomes immune to a disease after receiving a vaccine. This is an example of which type of immunity?

  1. Artificially acquired immunity Correct answer.
  2. Inborn species immunity
  3. Naturally acquired active immunity
  4. Naturally acquired passive immunity

Explanation

Vaccination produces immunity through medical intervention rather than through natural exposure, so it is classified as artificially acquired. The body actively builds its own defenses from the vaccine, which is why the protection develops after a delay.

Question 37Infection Control and Safety Practices

Which of the following is an example of a local infection?

  1. An infection circulating in the bloodstream
  2. A fever accompanied by widespread body aches
  3. An infection affecting many organs at once
  4. A pimple or a boil on the skin Correct answer.

Explanation

A local infection is confined to one area of the body, such as a pimple, boil (furuncle), or abscess. Systemic infections spread through the body and typically bring fever, fatigue, and generalized symptoms.

Question 38Infection Control and Safety Practices

Which statement about bacterial spores is accurate for salon practice?

  1. They are a reproductive stage in the life of viruses
  2. Standard quaternary ammonium products kill them quickly
  3. Ordinary soap and water alone removes them from surfaces
  4. They resist most disinfectants used in salons Correct answer.

Explanation

Bacterial spores are dormant, highly resistant forms that survive many ordinary disinfectants and dry conditions. Only sporicidal agents or sterilization reliably destroy them, which is why salon disinfection is not described as sterilization. Spores are a bacterial structure, not a viral stage.

Question 39Infection Control and Safety Practices

Why is 70 percent isopropyl alcohol generally more effective for disinfection than 90 percent?

  1. Water slows evaporation and helps it penetrate Correct answer.
  2. It evaporates more slowly because it has less water
  3. It leaves a protective film that blocks bacteria
  4. It has been approved by the EPA as a sterilant

Explanation

The water in 70 percent alcohol slows evaporation so the product stays in contact longer, and it helps the alcohol cross cell membranes. Stronger concentrations can coagulate surface proteins too quickly and evaporate before they act. Neither strength is a sterilant.

Question 40Infection Control and Safety Practices

An implement is lifted out of the disinfectant after 2 minutes, although the label specifies 10 minutes of contact time. What is the correct conclusion?

  1. The implement is sterile because the product is hospital grade
  2. The implement is disinfected because it was fully submerged
  3. The implement needs only a rinse before it is used
  4. The process was incomplete and must be repeated Correct answer.

Explanation

A disinfectant achieves its labeled kill only when the item stays immersed for the full contact time stated on the label. Removing the implement early leaves surviving pathogens on the surface, so the step must be redone for the complete time.

Question 41Anatomy, Physiology, and Skin Science

Which layer of the epidermis is the outermost layer?

  1. Stratum corneum Correct answer.
  2. Stratum basale
  3. Stratum granulosum
  4. Stratum spinosum

Explanation

Epidermal cells are produced at the base and migrate outward as they mature, so the layers are named from the deepest to the most superficial. The stratum corneum is the outermost layer, made of flattened, keratinized cells that form the protective surface.

Question 42Anatomy, Physiology, and Skin Science

Sebaceous glands secrete a substance known as:

  1. Lymph
  2. Keratin
  3. Mucus
  4. Sebum Correct answer.

Explanation

Sebaceous glands are attached to hair follicles and release an oily secretion called sebum, which lubricates the skin and hair. Sebum production increases under hormonal influence at puberty.

Question 43Anatomy, Physiology, and Skin Science

The pigment that gives skin its color is produced by which cells?

  1. Melanocytes Correct answer.
  2. Fibroblasts
  3. Keratinocytes
  4. Langerhans cells

Explanation

Melanocytes, located mainly in the basal layer of the epidermis, synthesize melanin and package it into melanosomes. The melanin is then passed to surrounding keratinocytes to shield their nuclei from ultraviolet damage.

Question 44Anatomy, Physiology, and Skin Science

The pH of healthy skin surface is best described as:

  1. Slightly acidic (about 4.5-5.5) Correct answer.
  2. Neutral (about 7.0)
  3. Strongly acidic (about 1.5)
  4. Slightly alkaline (about 8.5)

Explanation

Healthy skin surface is slightly acidic, roughly pH 4.5 to 5.5, forming what is called the acid mantle. This acidity helps inhibit bacteria and supports the enzymes involved in barrier maintenance.

Question 45Anatomy, Physiology, and Skin Science

Which skin layer is composed mainly of adipose tissue?

  1. Stratum basale
  2. Reticular dermis
  3. Subcutaneous layer Correct answer.
  4. Papillary dermis

Explanation

The subcutaneous layer, also called the hypodermis, lies beneath the dermis and consists largely of fat cells. It cushions underlying structures, insulates the body, and stores energy.

Question 46Anatomy, Physiology, and Skin Science

Sweat glands of the skin are also called:

  1. Sudoriferous glands Correct answer.
  2. Ceruminous glands
  3. Endocrine glands
  4. Sebaceous glands

Explanation

Sudoriferous glands are the sweat glands of the skin and include eccrine and apocrine types. Their secretion, sweat, is mostly water and assists in cooling and excretion.

Question 47Anatomy, Physiology, and Skin Science

Red blood cells are mainly responsible for:

  1. Producing antibodies
  2. Clotting blood at wound sites
  3. Carrying oxygen to tissues Correct answer.
  4. Engulfing bacteria

Explanation

Red blood cells contain hemoglobin, an iron-containing protein that binds oxygen in the lungs and releases it in the tissues. This oxygen supply supports the metabolism of skin and other organs.

Question 48Anatomy, Physiology, and Skin Science

The small muscle attached to a hair follicle that produces goose bumps is the:

  1. Platysma
  2. Trapezius
  3. Arrector pili Correct answer.
  4. Orbicularis oculi

Explanation

The arrector pili is a tiny smooth muscle attached to the hair follicle. When it contracts in response to cold or emotion, the hair stands upright and the skin forms goose bumps.

Question 49Anatomy, Physiology, and Skin Science

Which type of sweat gland opens into a hair follicle in areas such as the axilla?

  1. Sebaceous gland
  2. Eccrine gland
  3. Apocrine gland Correct answer.
  4. Lymph gland

Explanation

Apocrine glands are a type of sweat gland whose ducts empty into hair follicles, found mainly in the axillae and groin, and they become active at puberty. Eccrine glands, by contrast, open directly onto the skin surface through pores.

Question 50Anatomy, Physiology, and Skin Science

Which of these is a muscle of mastication rather than a muscle of facial expression?

  1. Zygomaticus
  2. Orbicularis oris
  3. Masseter Correct answer.
  4. Frontalis

Explanation

Muscles of mastication move the jaw for chewing and include the masseter, temporalis, and pterygoids. Muscles of facial expression, such as the frontalis, orbicularis oris, and zygomaticus, move the skin of the face.