FAC Facial Aesthetics Skin Evaluation & Treatment Techniques 2

Question 1

A patient presents with erythema, scaling, and pruritus on the cheeks and nasolabial folds. Which condition does this most likely represent?

Accepted Answer

Seborrheic dermatitis

Answer

Seborrheic dermatitis characteristically affects sebaceous gland-rich areas including the nasolabial folds and presents with erythema, greasy scaling, and itch.

Question 2

When performing a Fitzpatrick skin type assessment, a patient reports they always tan and never burn. Which Fitzpatrick type does this describe?

Accepted Answer

Type IV

Answer

Fitzpatrick Type IV describes skin that always tans and rarely to never burns, typically associated with olive to moderate brown complexions.

Question 3

Which layer of the skin is primarily responsible for barrier function and transepidermal water loss (TEWL) regulation?

Accepted Answer

Stratum corneum

Answer

The stratum corneum acts as the primary epidermal barrier, controlling TEWL through its lipid-rich intercellular matrix.

Question 4

A chemical peel using 30% salicylic acid is classified as which type of peel depth?

Accepted Answer

Superficial

Answer

Salicylic acid peels at concentrations of 20–30% are classified as superficial peels, targeting the stratum corneum to upper epidermis.

Question 5

During skin evaluation, Glogau classification is used primarily to assess what aspect of skin aging?

Accepted Answer

Degree of photoaging and wrinkle severity

Answer

The Glogau photoaging classification (Types I–IV) categorizes the severity of photoaging based on wrinkling, keratoses, and skin texture changes.

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FAC Facial Aesthetics Skin Evaluation & Treatment Techniques 2