Arizona Esthetics State Board Practice Exam

To perform extractions effectively, gentle application of what is necessary?

1. Sideways pressure

2. Upward pressure

3. Downward pressure

4. Even pressure

The correct answer is: Downward pressure

To perform extractions effectively, the gentle application of downward pressure is essential. This technique allows the esthetician to effectively target the clogged pore without causing undue trauma to the surrounding skin or the pore itself. Downward pressure helps to encourage the contents of the pore, such as sebum or other impurities, to be released from the follicle, facilitating a clearer extraction outcome. Using downward pressure aligns the direction of force with the natural contour of the skin and the follicle structure, promoting a smoother extraction process. This technique minimizes the risk of skin irritation and damage, which can occur if the pressure is too harsh or applied in the wrong direction. Additionally, proper downward pressure can help in achieving clean extractions with less chance of post-extraction inflammation or scarring. Other pressure applications may not effectively facilitate the extraction process or could lead to ineffective results or skin damage.