Skin Care & Makeup Application Flashcards

Which facial massage movement uses a gentle pinching technique to stimulate circulation?

Answer: Petrissage

Petrissage involves kneading, squeezing, and pinching movements that stimulate deeper tissue, improve circulation, and soften muscle tension.

A client with acne-prone skin would benefit most from which type of facial mask?

Answer: Clay or sulfur-based mask

Clay and sulfur masks absorb excess sebum, draw out impurities, and have antibacterial properties that benefit acne-prone skin.

When applying mascara for maximum lash volume, what is the recommended technique?

Answer: Wiggle the wand at the base and pull through to tips

Wiggling the mascara wand at the lash base deposits the most product where lashes are thickest, then pulling through coats and separates each lash.

What is the purpose of a primer applied before foundation?

Answer: To create a smooth base, extend makeup wear, and fill pores

Primers fill fine lines and pores, create an even surface for foundation, and improve makeup longevity by giving product something to adhere to.

Which skin condition is characterized by dilated, visible blood vessels on the skin's surface, commonly on the nose and cheeks?

Answer: Telangiectasia

Telangiectasia refers to permanently dilated capillaries visible through thin skin, commonly appearing as spider veins or broken vessels on the face.

Which eyeliner application creates the most dramatic, elongated eye look?

Answer: A winged or cat-eye flick extending past the outer corner

A winged liner extending past the outer corner of the eye elongates the eye shape and creates a dramatic lifted appearance.

What is the difference between UVA and UVB rays in terms of skin damage?

Answer: UVA causes aging and penetrates deep; UVB causes burning and affects the surface

UVA rays penetrate deeply causing premature aging and DNA damage, while UVB rays cause sunburn by affecting the skin's outer layers.