Utah Esthetician State Board Practice Exam

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What is a contraindication for using a suction machine on skin?

  1. Acne-prone skin

  2. Couperose skin

  3. Dermatitis

  4. Dry skin

The correct answer is: Couperose skin

Couperose skin is characterized by the presence of visible blood vessels, which can indicate fragility and sensitivity in the skin. Using a suction machine on this type of skin can exacerbate its condition by causing irritation, increasing redness, and potentially worsening inflammation. The suction can lead to further stress on already sensitive areas, making the underlying issues associated with couperose skin more pronounced. Therefore, it is advised to avoid suction treatments for individuals with couperose skin to maintain skin integrity and prevent adverse reactions. In contrast, while conditions like acne-prone skin and dry skin may also require caution when using certain treatments, they do not present the immediate risks associated with increased sensitivity that couperose skin does. Similarly, dermatitis requires careful consideration but does not inherently contraindicate the use of a suction machine as strongly as couperose skin.

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