How should a cleanser be applied to the client's skin?
A.
With a brush
B.
With damp cotton wool
C.
With a spatula
D.
With the therapist's hands
2.
How should a skin freshener or tonic be applied to the skin?
A.
With the fingertips
B.
With cotton wool
C.
With a tissue
D.
With a brush
3.
How long should a mask be left on the client's skin?
A.
Up to 5 minutes
B.
Between 8-15 minutes
C.
Between 18-25 minutes
D.
Over 25 minutes
4.
In which direction should facial cleansers be removed?
A.
Upwards
B.
Downwards
C.
From side to side
D.
In circles
5.
It is important to choose a facial massage cream which is:
A.
Highly perfumed
B.
Runny
C.
Light and non-sticky
D.
Thick and heavy
6.
Which of the following best describes eczema?
A.
A bacterial infection which causes blisters which weep and leave a thick yellow crust
B.
Skin becomes extremely dry and itchy causing varying degrees of discomfort with scaly dry patches
C.
chronic inflammatory disease characterised by red patches covered with silvery scales that are constantly shed
D.
A viral infection appearing as small blisters that will dry up leaving a crust which falls off
7.
Why may a cut restrict the service?
A.
Because it may be open to infection
B.
Because it may be contagious
C.
Because it won’t look nice
D.
Because it is a viral infection
8.
Why may eczema be contraindicated to treatment?
A.
Because it is contagious
B.
Because it is a bacterial infection
C.
Because it is a fungal infection
D.
Because it may cause discomfort to the client
9.
Which of the following would restrict the service?
A.
Undiagnosed pain
B.
A cut or an abrasion in the area
C.
Diabetes
D.
A recent operation in the area
10.
Which of the following best describes psoriasis?
A.
A bacterial infection which causes blisters which weep and leave a thick yellow crust
B.
Skin becomes extremely dry and itchy causing varying degrees of discomfort with scaly dry patches
C.
A chronic inflammatory disease characterised by red patches covered with silvery scales that are constantly shed
D.
A viral infection appearing as small blisters that will dry up leaving a crust which falls off
11.
Why is a cold sore a contraindication to treatment?
A.
Because it is a viral infection
B.
Because it is a bacterial infection
C.
Because it is a fungal infection
D.
Because it is an infestation
12.
The common name for urticaria is:
A.
Nettle rash
B.
Whitehead
C.
Blackhead
D.
Mole
13.
Which of the following best describes a cold sore?
A.
A bacterial infection which causes blisters which weep and leave a thick yellow crust
B.
Skin becomes extremely dry and itchy causing varying degrees of discomfort with scaly dry patches
C.
A chronic inflammatory disease characterised by red patches covered with silvery scales that are constantly shed
D.
A viral infection appearing as small blisters that will dry up leaving a crust which falls off
14.
Why is conjunctivitis contraindicated to treatment?
A.
Because the eyes will water too much
B.
Because it is a bacterial infection
C.
Because it is a fungal infection
D.
Because the client will not be able to keep their eyes closed
15.
How many layers does the epidermis have?
A.
2
B.
3
C.
4
D.
5
16.
How many layers does the epidermis contain?
A.
4
B.
2
C.
3
D.
5
17.
Which of the following in the dermis makes the body aware of its surroundings?
A.
Melanin
B.
Nerve receptors
C.
Sebaceous glands
D.
Vasodilation
18.
Which of the following functions of the skin is melanin involved in?
A.
Heat regulation
B.
Sensitivity
C.
Protection
D.
Absorption
19.
Which of the following is correct with regard to temperature control?
A.
The lymphatic supply and the sebaceous glands of the skin mainly control loss of body heat
B.
The blood supply and the sweat glands of the skin mainly control loss of body heat
C.
Only the blood supply controls loss of body heat
D.
Only the lymph vessels control loss of body heat
20.
Which of the following helps to warm the body?
A.
Vasoconstriction
B.
Vasodilation
C.
Sweating
D.
Melanin
21.
Which of the following skin types is fair in colour often with freckles, tends to age more quickly and be more sensitive to UV rays and external stimuli?
A.
Indian Asian skin
B.
Oriental Asian skin
C.
Black skin
D.
White skin
22.
Which of the following skin types tends to have a slightly yellow skin tone with a sallow tinge, is often oily but smooth and evenly coloured and tends to age well but is more prone to hyper-pigmentation?
A.
Asian skin
B.
Black skin
C.
White skin
D.
Mature skin
23.
Which of the following best describes a black skin?
A.
Tends to be predominantly yellow in tone with a sallow tinge, ages well but is more prone to hyper-pigmentation
B.
Fair in colour often with freckles, tends to age more quickly and be more sensitive to UV rays and external stimuli
C.
Produces a large amount of melanin and can vary greatly in shades and generally has greater protection from UV rays. Tends to be more supple with delayed aging effects but also more prone to keloid scarring
D.
Usually has a high colour and signs of dilated capillaries. Tends to be easily stimulated and often becomes red or blotchy and responds quickly to treatment
24.
Which type of skin is usually sallow, dull or shiny with uneven texture and enlarged pores, particularly down the central T-zone with blackheads and papules?
A.
Mature skin
B.
Dry skin
C.
Oily skin
D.
Normal skin
25.
Which skin type generally has a central oily T zone, with the cheeks and neck showing a normal or dry skin?
A.
A dry skin type
B.
An oily skin type
C.
A combination skin type
D.
A normal skin type
26.
Which of the following describes a dry skin?
A.
Sallow and dull or shiny and hard with uneven texture and enlarged pores, particularly down the central T-zone with blackheads and papules
B.
Appears pale and thin with fine lines, no visible pores, sometimes broken capillaries and flakiness. It may feel and look tight
C.
Even in colour, with fine, clear texture, soft, smooth, supple but firm, with a balance of oil and moisture
D.
Tends to be more supple with delayed aging effects but more reactive to stimuli such as rashes or inflammation which can leave dark marks and scarring
27.
Why is it important to tone the skin after cleansing or using a mask?
A.
To give value for money
B.
To ensure the client always buys the product
C.
To protect and nourish the skin against the environment
D.
To remove all traces of the product and prepare the skin for the next step
28.
Which of the following is correct with regard to cleansing?
A.
Any cleanser can be used as long as it matches the toner and moisturiser
B.
Cleansing is the essential first step to any skin treatment
C.
Cleansing is essential to ensure the skin is protected and nourished
D.
Cleansers only need to be used if the client has been wearing make-up
29.
Which of the following statements is correct with regard to masks?
A.
Masks are only effective for clients with mature or problem skin types
B.
Mask ingredients have very limited effects and can only be used for clients with limited skin conditions
C.
Mask ingredients have a variety of effects so the ingredients and proportions can be varied to create many different overall effects
D.
Masks are only recommended for clients with very young oily skin or very sensitive skin
30.
Why should a moisturiser be applied to the skin after a facial treatment?
A.
To give the skin a nice shine
B.
To cover any spots or blemishes
C.
To tighten and close the pores
D.
To act as a barrier and combat the drying effects of the environment
31.
Which of the following skin types would benefit from an astringent toner?
A.
A sensitive skin
B.
An oily and blemished skin
C.
A dry skin
D.
A normal to combination skin
32.
Cleansing milk would be most beneficial for which of the following?
A.
Mature skin
B.
Dehydrated skin
C.
Oily skin
D.
Dry skin
33.
Which of the following is a benefit of toning the skin?
A.
To open the pores
B.
To remove heavy make-up
C.
To close the pores
D.
To remove dead cells
34.
Which of the following products acts as a barrier on the skin?
A.
A cleanser
B.
A toner
C.
A mask
D.
A moisturiser
35.
How might a client’s skin react if a contra-action occurs during treatment?
A.
It may look pale and feel calm
B.
It may look brighter and tingle
C.
It may look sallow and feel sore
D.
It may look flushed and sting
36.
What action should be taken if a client reacts to a product during treatment?
A.
Reassure the client that the reaction is a sign that the product is working
B.
Reassure the client and remove the product immediately
C.
Ask the client to wait whilst the senior therapist is free
D.
Tell the client to ignore it and try to change the subject
