Louisiana Esthetics State Board Practice Test

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What term refers to the skin's protective barrier that prevents water loss?

Acid mantle
Skin barrier
Permeability layer
Hydration shield

The correct answer is: Acid mantle

The term that refers to the skin's protective barrier preventing water loss is the acid mantle. This thin film of fatty acids and lactic acid is critical for maintaining the skin's pH levels and for protecting it against harmful pathogens and environmental pollutants. The acid mantle plays a vital role in hydration by keeping moisture locked in the skin, which helps to prevent transepidermal water loss. The other terms listed, while related to skin structure and function, do not specifically denote the protective barrier focused on retaining moisture. The skin barrier generally refers to the overall barrier function of the skin, which includes various components, while the permeability layer pertains to the skin's ability to allow substances to pass through it, not explicitly addressing the prevention of water loss. The hydration shield is not a recognized term in the context of skin science, making acid mantle the most accurate choice in this case.