Wisconsin Esthetics State Board Practice Test

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What does leukoderma specifically lack?

Hair follicles
Skin texture
Pigmentation
Collagen production

The correct answer is: Pigmentation

Leukoderma specifically refers to a condition characterized by the absence of pigmentation in the skin. This lack of pigmentation occurs due to the destruction or dysfunction of melanocytes, the cells responsible for producing the pigment melanin. As a result, affected areas of the skin appear lighter compared to the surrounding skin. Understanding leukoderma in terms of pigmentation is crucial for estheticians and other skincare professionals, as it impacts how they approach treatments for clients with varying skin tones and conditions. The knowledge of how pigmentation works, and the effects of its absence, enables professionals to provide tailored skincare advice and procedures. The other options, while aspects of skin anatomy and health, do not directly relate to the defining characteristic of leukoderma, which is the lack of pigmentation.