Milady Chapter 17 Facial Machines
This flashcard set reviews key terms and concepts from Milady Chapter 17: Facial Machines, focusing on tools like the magnifying lamp (loupe) and understanding magnification levels used in esthetics. Ideal for cosmetology students preparing for exams or practical application.
What is another name for a magnifying lamp?
loupe
Key Terms
What is another name for a magnifying lamp?
loupe
The average magnifying lamp used by estheticians comes in values of 3, 5, and 10 diopters. What does this mean?
30, 50, and 100 times the power magnification
The unit of measurement used for a magnifying lamp is a _________________.
diopter
A thick corneum layer appears as____________when viewed through a woods lamp?
white fluorescence
Healthy skin appears ________________ when viewed with a woods lamp?
blue-white
When using a woods lamp, dehydrated skin will appear______________?
light violet
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
What is another name for a magnifying lamp? | loupe |
The average magnifying lamp used by estheticians comes in values of 3, 5, and 10 diopters. What does this mean? | 30, 50, and 100 times the power magnification |
The unit of measurement used for a magnifying lamp is a _________________. | diopter |
A thick corneum layer appears as____________when viewed through a woods lamp? | white fluorescence |
Healthy skin appears ________________ when viewed with a woods lamp? | blue-white |
When using a woods lamp, dehydrated skin will appear______________? | light violet |
When using a woods lamp, the room must be_____________? | completely dark |
The primary purpose of the rotary brush is_________________? | to lightly exfoliate the skin and assist in the cleansing process |
When using the brush machine, where on the clients face should you begin? | the forehead |
Ozone_______________. | consists of three oxygen atoms, is created after a lightning storm, and has antiseptic qualities |
When using a steamer, at what point should you turn on the ozone switch? | after steam is visible |
Every time you use a steamer, you should? | wipe down the outside of the glass with a high level disinfectant |
What can result from using tap water in your steamer? | mineral deposits |
Should you leave water in the steamer overnight? | never |
You should not use a suction device on______________. | super sensitive skin, couperose skin, inflamed skin |
How should you move the vacuum machine over the skin? | back and forth from left to right |
People suffering from epilepsy or chronic migraines, who are pregnant, or who wear braces_________________. | should not have a galvanic treatment |
The two significant reactions caused by galvanic current are______________? | chemical and ionic |
Galvanic current is used during desincrustation to create a chemical reaction that________________? | emulsifies sebum |
Which types of products are used for desincrustation? | alkaline |
When performing desincrustation, before you turn on the galvanic current, you should make sure the electrode you will use on the clients face is__________________. | directly on the skin |
Which answer best explains iontopheresis? | introduces water-soluble products with ions into the skin |
If one vial contains both positive and negative ingredients, you should__________________. | first ionize it on negative for a few minutes, and then ionize it on positive for a few minutes |
On a galvanic current machine, the______________wire is the positive wire. | red |
Which type of current is used by high frequency machines? | sinusoidal |
What does galvanic current do for the skin? | aids in penetration of products |
The electric device that cleans the skin is called_______________. | high frequency |
The Lucas sprayer was invented by____________. | Dr. Lucas Championnier |
When using a Lucas sprayer, you should fill it_____________with distilled water. | 3/4 full |
How long should you leave the electric mitts on the clients hands? | 10 minutes |
After application, you should leave the electric heat mask on for about______________minutes. | 7 minutes |
How does dehydrated skin appear under a woods lamp? | light violet/ purple |
What is NOT one of the colors comedones will assume when viewed under a woods lamp? | green |
How will hypopigmentation appear under a woods lamp? | blue-white or yellow-green |
What machine helps address excess cell buildup, excess dirt, and excess oil? | rotary brush |
When in the rotary brush procedure should you lightly cleanse the clients skin? | before the service |
How long should a rotary brush be used on each area during each of your three passes? | 3 to 5 seconds |
How often should you remove brushes from the rotary brush machine, wash them with soap and water, and immerse them in disinfectant per manufacturer recommendations? | after every client |
Why should you avoid using tap water in steamers? | calcium and mineral deposits in tap water might damage machinery |
What is the ordinary steam-treatment time during a facial? | between 8 and 10 minutes |
What function does the rotary brush perform? | light exfoliation and stimulation |
What is sebum transformed into via the chemical reaction of saponification? | soap |
What is NOT true of sinusoidal current? | use on the scalp is contraindicated |
What is a misty device used for facial treatments? | spray machine |
What is a heat effect that is used for permanent hair removal? | thermolysis |
What is the purpose of a vacuum machine? | removing impurities and stimulating circulation |
What type of light does a woods lamp use? | black light |
When should you ask a client to get a doctors note? | if you have doubts about whether the client can have electrotherapy |
When in the process of using electrical devices should you ask clients to remove jewelry? | before beginning the procedure |
What is forced into tissues during anaphoresis? | negative liquids |
What device is used for cataphoresis? | galvanic current |
What is emulsified or liquefied during desincrustation? | sebum and debris |
What is the term for the use of electronic devices for therapeutic benefits? | electrified therapy |
What is NOT true of galvanic current? | it produces chemical reactions |
What sort of effect is generated by a high-frequency machine? | strong cold |
What are ions? | atoms or molecules carrying any electrical charge |
What is ionization? | process of separating a substance into ions |
What does cataphoresis create? | acidic reaction that contracts the skin |
What term refers to an atomizer designed to apply plant extracts and other ingredients to the skin? | Lucas sprayer |
What should you do with your steamer once steam is visible? | turn on the second switch (the ozone or vaporizer) |
What should you do with your steamer after each use? | clean and disinfect it |
What is NOT true about essential oils as they relate to the process of using a steamer? | they should be deposited directly into the steamers water supply |
What treatment can be replaced with the use of a vacuum machine? | massage |
What purpose does a piece of cotton serve when inserted into the hand piece of a vacuum machine? | filtration |
What can you avoid by lifting your finger off the hold of a vacuum machine before lifting the device off the face? | pulling the skin |
What sort of storage is appropriate for vacuum machine tips? | covered container |
What type of skin is helped by desincrustation because the process helps soften and relax the debris in follicles? | oily |
Where is an appropriate place to warm cotton pads and products? | towel warmer |
How often should you clean the inside of the hot towel cabinet with a topical disinfectant? | after each client session |
What should you do to the water catchment tray underneath the hot towel cabinets caddy on a daily basis? | empty, clean, and disinfect it |
What is the most common magnification for magnifying lamps, measured in diopters? | 5 |
What is NOT a common cause of eyestrain? | steam in the treatment room |
What is sometimes known as "loupe"? | magnifying lamp |
When should you loosen the adjustment knobs on your magnifying lamp? | whenever you move the arms |
What should you AVOID using on the lens of your magnifying lamp? | paper products |
How will a thick corneum layer appear under a woods lamp? | white fluorescence |