NIC Esthetician Written ExamTreatment ProceduresMedium
A technician is performing a facial massage using a method that involves rhythmic, stimulating tapping movements, primarily with the fingertips. The client has mature skin with good elasticity. What massage manipulation is being performed, and what is its primary benefit for this skin type?
- ATapotement; to increase circulation and tone the skin.
- BPetrissage; to stimulate circulation and firm the skin.
- CEffleurage; to soothe and relax the muscles.
- DFriction; to warm the tissues and break down adhesions.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Tapotement; to increase circulation and tone the skin.
Tapotement (percussion) consists of tapping, slapping, and hacking movements that stimulate nerve endings, increase blood circulation, and help to tone muscles, which is beneficial for mature skin with good elasticity.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Petrissage is a kneading movement, good for deep muscle stimulation and circulation, but the description specifically mentions 'tapping'.
- C. Effleurage is a gliding stroke, primarily for relaxation and product application, not toning.
- D. Friction involves deep rubbing movements, used to warm tissues and break down knots, not primarily for general toning of mature skin.
Tapotement (Percussion)
A massage manipulation consisting of short, quick tapping, slapping, or hacking movements that stimulate nerve endings and increase circulation.
- Stimulating and invigorating.
- Increases local blood circulation.
- Helps to tone underlying muscles.
- Should be performed lightly on facial areas.
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