OH Esthetician flashcards
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- Tuberculocidal disinfectant
- An EPA-registered hospital-grade product that kills the tuberculosis bacterium and is the Ohio standard for disinfecting implements that contact skin or blood after cleaning.
- Single-use item
- A product such as a cotton pad, wooden applicator, lancet, or glove that is discarded after one client and is never disinfected or reused on another person.
- Contact time
- The wet time a disinfectant must remain on a surface or implement, as stated on the label, to achieve the claimed kill; wiping dry early cancels disinfection.
- Handwashing standard
- Soap and running water for at least 20 seconds before and after each client, after restroom use, and after glove removal; sanitizer does not replace washing soiled hands.
- Epidermis
- The avascular outer skin layer that renews about every 28 days; its deepest stratum basale holds melanocytes that produce protective melanin.
- Dermis
- The middle skin layer containing blood vessels, nerves, glands, hair follicles, collagen, and elastin; estheticians work over the epidermis and superficial dermis.
- Mandible
- The lower jawbone and the only movable bone of the facial skull; it supports the lower teeth and shapes the lower face.
- Facial nerve
- Cranial nerve VII, which supplies the muscles of facial expression; the trigeminal nerve V supplies sensation to the face.
- Fitzpatrick scale
- A six-type classification of skin based on burning and tanning response, from type I (always burns) to type VI (deeply pigmented, rarely burns).
- Pustule
- A small raised lesion containing pus, commonly seen in acne grade II; it is not extracted when deep, inflamed, or cystic.
- Comedo
- A plugged hair follicle; open comedones are blackheads and closed comedones are whiteheads, both targets for gentle extraction when ready.
- ABCDE rule
- Skin cancer warning signs: Asymmetry, Border irregularity, Color variation, Diameter over 6 mm, and Evolving change; any suspicious lesion is referred to a physician.
- Informed consent
- A signed and dated record that the client understood the procedure, expected outcome, risks, and alternatives before service began.
- Isotretinoin contraindication
- Accutane use within 6 to 12 months is a contraindication to waxing, peels, and aggressive exfoliation because skin is fragile and heals poorly.
- Patch test
- Application of a small amount of a new tint, lash, or wax product 24 to 48 hours before service, with the result recorded in the client file.
- Client record
- Documentation of date, service, products and strengths, skin analysis, client response, adverse reactions, home care, and the esthetician's signature and license number.
- Extraction
- Gentle removal of ready comedones and pustules with covered fingers or a comedone extractor; deep, cystic, or inflamed lesions are not extracted.
- Effleurage
- A light gliding massage stroke that increases circulation; it is avoided over infection, bruising, and broken skin.
- Steam distance
- Steam is held about 8 to 10 inches from the face for 5 to 10 minutes to soften sebum before extraction; it is avoided with rosacea or sensitivity.
- Alpha hydroxy acid
- A water-soluble exfoliant such as glycolic or lactic acid that loosens surface dead cells; post-care includes broad-spectrum sun protection.
- Wax hair length
- Hair should be at least 1/4 inch (about 6 mm) long for wax to grip; wax is applied with the growth and removed against it.
- Double-dipping
- Reinserting a used spatula into the wax pot, which contaminates the product; a fresh spatula is used each time and strips are single-use.
- Threading
- Hair removal using twisted cotton thread that traps hair; it suits sensitive skin and brows, and the area is cleaned and soothed afterward.
- Post-wax care
- Soothe the area, avoid heat, sun, tight clothing, and fragranced products for 24 hours, and exfoliate after 48 hours to prevent ingrown hairs.
- Complementary color rule
- Colors opposite on the wheel neutralize; green cancels redness, yellow corrects purple bruising, peach corrects blue, and lavender brightens sallow tones.
- Foundation matching
- Shade is matched to the jawline and neck in natural light, and undertone is confirmed by vein color and sun reaction for a seamless blend.
- Brow golden ratio
- The brow begins above the inner eye corner, arches at the outer edge of the iris, and ends at the outer eye corner.
- Makeup sanitation
- Lip and eye products are never shared without disinfection, pencils are sharpened between clients, and product is removed with a clean spatula, not fingers.
- Acid mantle
- The skin's slightly acidic surface film, about pH 4.5 to 5.5, which supports barrier function; products far outside this range can disrupt it.
- Humectant
- An ingredient such as glycerin or hyaluronic acid that attracts and holds water in the skin, distinct from emollients that soften and occlusives that seal.
- Salicylic acid
- An oil-soluble beta hydroxy acid that penetrates pores, making it suited to oily and acne-prone skin; it is a surface exfoliant compared with water-soluble AHAs.
- Ohio esthetician scope
- Skin care of the face, neck, and décolleté, including facials, makeup, waxing, tweezing, threading, and lash and brow services; medical treatments require a physician.