Test: Hydroxy Acids and Chemical Peels

What is the function of a chemical peel on the skin?

What determines the strength of a chemical peel?

Which effects does pre-treatment have on the skin?

Which statement(s) is/are correct for AHA acids?

Which statement(s) is/are correct for glycolic acid?

Which statement(s) is/are correct for mandelic acid?

Which statement(s) is/are correct for lactic acid?

Which of the statements below are precautions for performing a chemical peel?

For which skin type/condition would you recommend salicylic acid?

Which statement is NOT correct about kojic acid?

Which statement(s) is/are correct for azelaic acid?

What are important aftercare instructions following a chemical peel?

What is the purpose of chemical peeling?

What type of acid is glycolic acid?

Which acid is particularly effective at penetrating sebaceous glands and dissolving plugs in the follicle?

Which acid is known to be a tyrosinase inhibitor and thereby reduces the formation of new melanin in melanocytes?

Which acid is especially useful for melasma and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation?

Which group of acids is called the ‘next generation of AHA’?

Which acid is especially suitable for patients with sensitive skin or skin conditions where the barrier is easily overloaded?

Which acid has a documented antibacterial effect and is well suited for mild to moderate acne?

Which acid has a mild tyrosinase-inhibiting effect and is beneficial for patients with post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation?

Which acid is particularly indicated for skin conditions where overproduction of sebum, clogged pores and inflammation are prominent?