Milady's Standard Cosmetology Terms Flashcards

Skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands from retained secretions and Propionbacterium acnes (P. acnes) bacteria.

Congenital leukoderma or absence of melanin pigment of the body, including the hair, skin, and eyes.

Deficiency in perspiration, often a result of fever or certain skin diseases.

Condition of dry, scaly skin due to a deficiency or absence of sebum that is caused by old age and by exposure to cold.

Most common and least severe type of skin cancer; often characterized by light or pearly nodules.

Foul-smelling perspiration, usually noticeable in the armpits or on the feet.

Large blister containing a watery fluid; similar to a vesicle but larger.

Condition characterized by increased pigmentation on the skin in spots that are not elevated.

Hair follicle filled with keratin and sebum. When the sebum of the comedone is exposed to the environment, it oxidizes and turns black (blackheads). When the follicle is closed and not exposed to the environment, comedones are a white or cream color (whiteheads).

Dead cells that form over a wound or blemish while it is healing; an accumulation of sebum and pus, sometimes mixed with epidermal material.

Closed, abnormally developed sac containing fluid, semifluid, or morbid matter, above or below the skin.

Inflammatory condition of the skin

Also known as contact dermatitis. An eruptive skin infection caused by contact with irritating substance such as chemicals or tints.

Inflammatory, painful itching disease of the skin, acute or chronic in nature, presenting many forms of dry or moist lesions.

Skin sore or abrasion produced by scratching or scraping.