Esthetician Practice Exam Esthetician Practice Facial Treatments and Massage Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

During a facial massage, which movement involves light, continuous stroking used at the beginning and end of a treatment?

Accepted Answer

Effleurage

Answer

Petrissage

Answer

Tapotement

Answer

Friction

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of performing a desincrustation treatment during a facial?

Accepted Answer

To soften sebum and debris in follicles

Answer

To increase collagen production

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To exfoliate the stratum corneum mechanically

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To reduce facial edema

Question 3

Which facial massage technique uses kneading and squeezing motions to stimulate deeper tissue?

Accepted Answer

Petrissage

Answer

Effleurage

Answer

Vibration

Answer

Tapotement

Question 4

When performing extractions during a facial, what is the recommended maximum time to avoid excessive skin trauma?

Accepted Answer

10 minutes

Answer

30 minutes

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5 minutes

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20 minutes

Question 5

A client presents with reactive, sensitized skin that flushes easily. Which facial treatment modification is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Use cool compresses and calming serums instead of steam

Answer

Apply high-frequency current to reduce redness

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Perform vigorous tapotement to desensitize the skin

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Use a strong glycolic peel to strengthen the barrier

Question 6

What is the correct direction of massage movements when performing lymphatic drainage on the face?

Accepted Answer

Toward the nearest lymph nodes

Answer

Away from the lymph nodes

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In circular motions over the cheekbones

Answer

Upward toward the forehead only