Esthetician Practice Exam Esthetician Practice Facial Treatments and Massage 1

Question 1

Which type of facial massage movement uses a circular, rotary motion with the fingertips to stimulate circulation and soften the skin?

Accepted Answer

Friction

Answer

Friction movements use small, circular rotary motions applied with the fingertips or palms to generate heat, stimulate circulation, and help soften and loosen debris within the follicles.

Question 2

During a classic European facial, in what order should the cleansing and treatment steps typically be performed?

Accepted Answer

Cleanse → Exfoliate → Massage → Mask

Answer

The standard European facial protocol begins with cleansing to remove surface impurities, followed by exfoliation to remove dead cells, then massage to stimulate circulation, and finally a mask to address specific skin concerns.

Question 3

What is the primary contraindication for performing facial massage over an area of the face?

Accepted Answer

Active acne lesions or inflamed skin

Answer

Massage over active acne or inflamed areas can spread bacteria, cause further irritation, and worsen breakouts. Estheticians should avoid direct massage over inflamed or infected skin to prevent aggravating the condition.

Question 4

Which direction should effleurage strokes move across the face to support lymphatic drainage?

Accepted Answer

Upward and outward toward the lymph nodes

Answer

Effleurage strokes should move upward and outward toward the lymph nodes to encourage lymphatic drainage, reduce puffiness, and promote the removal of waste products from facial tissues.

Question 5

What is the purpose of using a galvanic current set to the positive pole (anode) during a facial treatment?

Accepted Answer

To close pores and calm the skin after treatment

Answer

The positive pole (anode) of galvanic current produces an acidic reaction that firms and tightens tissues, closes pores, soothes nerve endings, and calms the skin — making it ideal for use after extractions or desincrustation.

Esthetician Practice Exam Practice Test

Esthetician Practice Exam Practice Test

Esthetician Practice Exam Esthetician Practice Facial Treatments and Massage 1