What statement about the sales of retail products is FALSE?

Retailing is not an important part of an esthetician's job

When choosing a product with natural ingredients, it is important to remember

Some of the most effective products are not derived from natural sources

A water based liquid that helps remove excess oil from the skin

When it comes to products and ingredients, the first responsibility of the professionals to their clients is

Letting the clients know all potential side effects of products/ingredients

To preserve them for the longest period of time, products should be stored

In dark containers in cooler temperatures

What are cosmeceuticals?

Products that were labeled by the skin care industry, not the FDA

What is true of a product that has a label that indicates all natural ingredients?

It is a term for marketing, not federal regulation

A salon might be legally responsible for an allergic reaction that requires medical treatment if

The salon buys in bulk and repackages the product

What is the best advice for an esthetician who wants to build trust over the long term with a new client?

Follow up with the client within a week of the appointment

What is meant by the term functional ingredient?

Ingredients that do not affect the skin but used for product formulation

What is true of cosmetics that are labeled as having organic ingredients?

They are certified by the National Organic Program

One benefit of using a mask is

It hydrates, nourishes and soothes the skin

The two most important laws pertaining to cosmetic sales in the United States are

Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and Fair Packaging and Labeling Act

One sign a manufacturer is NOT a good choice to develop a long term professional relationship with is if they

Have a strong online sales presence

Of the following, which will help an esthetician best maintain an effective long term career?

Stay informed about the latest developments in the industry

In the United States, the regulation of cosmetics is the purview of

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

What are fatty acids?

Lubricant ingredients derived from plant oils or animal fats

What is the definition of aroma therapy?

An ancient practice using essential oils from plants to promote health

What is the intention of the International Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient (INCI)?

Allow consumers to compare names of ingredients

What is true of unscented products?

They contain ingredients which mask the odors of other ingredients

According to the legal definitions of cosmetics and of drugs

Products may be regulated as both drugs and cosmetics

Federal regulations requires the labeling of cosmetics to do all of the following EXCEPT

List the ingredients of a fragrance

Ingredients must be listed on cosmetic labels

In descending order of predominance

What is the best advice to an esthetician who is starting out and wants to know what products to work with?

Be familiar with education and marketing support the manufacturer offers

How are cosmetics legally defined in the United States?

Articles that are intended to affect the appearance of the skin

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1
What is true of fragrance free products?
They are also known as unscented products
They must also be noncomedogenic
They must also be hypoallergenic
They may be lavender scented
2
What type of skin is vitamin C ideal to treat?
Sensitive skin
Reactive skin
Mature skin
Problematic skin
3
What statement about the sales of retail products is FALSE?
Retailing is a necessary part of a salon's business
Retailing is not an important part of an esthetician's job
Clients rely on esthetician's abilities to recommend products
Estheticians can retail without selling products
4
What ingredient is beneficial for ALL skin types?
Vitamin A
Avocado oil
Snow crocus bulb
Petrolatum
5
The level SPF that blocks the highest amount of UVB rays, but does NOT have high chemical sunscreen ingredients is
SPF 100
SPF 30
SPF 15
SPF 50
6
A type of ingredient that is NOT universal for all skin types and conditions are
Vitamins
Emollients
Minerals
Antioxidants
7
An antioxidant ingredient that also has anti inflammatory and anti aging properties is
Lemon extract
Licorice
Green tea
Kojic acid
8
What is another term for roll off mask?
Hydroxy acid
Papaya
Gommage
Almond meal
9
What are emollients comprised of?
pH adjusters
Fragrances
Mineral oils
Lipids
10
An ingredient that is a melanin suppressant and used to treat hyperpigmentation is
Honey
Kojic acid
Salicylic acid
Pumpkin
11
When choosing a product with natural ingredients, it is important to remember
Natural ingredients are far more effective
Some of the most effective products are not derived from natural sources
Natural and synthetic ingredients are never in the same product
Natural ingredients are better for the environment
12
What are fresheners and astringents?
Cleansers
Masks
Exfoliants
Toners
13
What type of mask should not be applied to the lower neck?
Alginate mask
Modelage mask
Sheet mask
Paraffin wax mask
14
An astringent is
A soap or detergent that deeply cleanses the skin
A lubricant ingredient derived from plant oils or animal fats
A water based liquid that helps remove excess oil from the skin
15
What type of skin exhibits dryness, dehydration, inflammation and hyperpigmentation?
Aging skin
Reactive skin
Sensitive skin
Problematic skin
16
When it comes to products and ingredients, the first responsibility of the professionals to their clients is
Letting the clients know all potential side effects of products/ingredients
To give the clients the most freedom in choosing products
To use as wide a range of products as possible to test reactions
To recommend only the most affordable products
17
To preserve them for the longest period of time, products should be stored
In dark containers in warmer temperatures
In clear containers in warmer temperatures
In dark containers in cooler temperatures
In clear containers in cooler temperatures
18
What are cosmeceuticals?
A category of cosmetic as defined by the FDA
A category of drug as defined by the FDA
Products that do not require FDA regulation
Products that were labeled by the skin care industry, not the FDA
19
What is true of a product that has a label that indicates all natural ingredients?
It indicates a product less toxic than one made of synthetic ingredients
It is a term for marketing, not federal regulation
It means this is a product which does not contain chemicals
It indicates a product which has been developed with the use of pesticides
20
A rule of thumb about the difference between irritant reactions and allergic reactions is that
Irritants take longer than allergens to show symptoms
Irritants burn, allergies itch
Irritants itch, allergens burn
Irritants blister, allergens burn
21
What is the best advice to an esthetician who wishes to educate a client about a product?
Keep it short and to the point
Let the client lead the discussion
Recommend the same product to everyone
Provide as much information as possible
22
A salon might be legally responsible for an allergic reaction that requires medical treatment if
The product has not been labeled by the manufacturer
The salon buys in bulk and repackages the product
The salon recommends the product for home care
The salon sells the product
23
What is the best advice for an esthetician who wants to build trust over the long term with a new client?
Follow up with the client within a week of the appointment
Never bother the client at home
Sell as wide a variety of products to the client as possible
Call the client everyday to check in
24
Vegan is a label that indicates a product is not supposed to contain
Synthetic ingredients
Non organic ingredients
Ingredients tested on animals
Animal by products
25
Clients with dry and mature skin should be massaged with
Massage lotion
Massage gel
Massage cream
MAssage oil
26
Cruelty free cosmetics indicate the products
Do not cause allergies
Are easy to use
Are not tested on animals
Do not contain animal products
27
Stage performers remove their heavy makeup with
Cleansing oils
Cleansing waters
Cleansing lotions
Cleansing creams
28
What is meant by the term functional ingredient?
Ingredients that do not affect the skin but used for product formulation
Ingredients chemically combined with silicon and oxygen to protect product
Ingredient that is compatible with water
An ingredient that causes actual changes in the appearance of the skin
29
What is true of online sales of professional products?
They are generally frowned upon by the manufacturer
They are potentially dangerous
They are a helpful resource for estheticians
They are always authorized by the manufacturer
30
What is true of cosmetics that are labeled as having organic ingredients?
They are regulated by the USDA
They are certified by the National Organic Program
They must also be labeled as natural
They must be approved as such by the FDA
31
One benefit of using a mask is
It reduces lines and premature aging of the skin
It firms and strengthens the skin
It hydrates, nourishes and soothes the skin
It enhances eyelash growth
32
The two most important laws pertaining to cosmetic sales in the United States are
International Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient Act, Fair Packaging Act
The Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (FD&C)and INCI Act
Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and Fair Packaging and Labeling Act
International Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient Act, Social Securities Act
33
What is not an ideal treatment for dry skin?
Emollients
Hydroxy acids
Humectants
Ceramides
34
One sign a manufacturer is NOT a good choice to develop a long term professional relationship with is if they
Strongly recommends its training program about the proper use of products
Sells exclusively yo licensed care professionals
Do not charge for samples and brochures
Have a strong online sales presence
35
Of the following, which will help an esthetician best maintain an effective long term career?
Always use the newest products
Stay informed about the latest developments in the industry
Use a narrow range of effective products
Stick as closely as possible to what has worked in the past
36
In the United States, the regulation of cosmetics is the purview of
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
37
What are fatty acids?
Lubricant ingredients derived from plant oils or animal fats
Natural enzymes used for exfoliation and in enzyme peels
Humectants often used in dry or sensitive skin moisturizers
Lipids that help place and keep substances on the skin
38
The most popular types of cleansers are
Cleansing gels
Cleansing lotions
Cleansing creams
Cleansing waters
39
What is the definition of aroma therapy?
An ancient practice using essential oils from plants to promote health
A spreading agent that delivers other ingredients into the skin
Substances such as vegetable, pigment or mineral dyes that give color
A mechanical and chemical product used to exfoliate the skin
40
What is the intention of the International Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient (INCI)?
Raise awareness about the side effects of cosmetics
Rate the effectiveness of the products
Insure animal testing has not occurred
Allow consumers to compare names of ingredients
41
What is true of unscented products?
They do not contain lavender
They are always hypoallergenic
They are the same as fragrance free products
They contain ingredients which mask the odors of other ingredients
42
One example of a fairly highly comedogenic cosmetic ingredient is
Argan oil
Coconut oil
Hemp seed oil
Jojoba oil
43
The type of skin that is NOT usually treated with topical probiotics is
Reactive skin
Problematic skin
Dehydrated skin
Sensitive skin
44
Which of the following is considered a nonsetting mask?
Clay mask
Modelage mask
Sheet mask
Alginate mask
45
What ingredient would be ideal for someone who has sensitive skin?
Azulene
Argan oil
Glycerin
Tea tree oil
46
Closed lipid bilayer spheres that encapsulate ingredients, target delivery to specific tissues are collectively known as
Parabens
Lubricants
Liposomes
47
According to the legal definitions of cosmetics and of drugs
A drug may not also be regulated as a cosmetic
A cosmetic may not also be regulated as a drug
Products may be regulated as both drugs and cosmetics
All cosmetics are also drugs
48
Federal regulations requires the labeling of cosmetics to do all of the following EXCEPT
List the company's name
List the company's location or distribution point
List the ingredients in descending order of predominance
List the ingredients of a fragrance
49
Ingredients must be listed on cosmetic labels
In ascending order of predominance
In descending order of predominance
In alphabetical order
In reverse alphabetical order
50
What is the best advice to an esthetician who is starting out and wants to know what products to work with?
Dont waste too much time choosing a product, all lines are the same
Choose the least expensive products
Be familiar with education and marketing support the manufacturer offers
Focus on the products with the best results
51
How are cosmetics legally defined in the United States?
Articles that are designed to affect the structure of the skin
Articles that are intended to affect the function of the skin
Articles that are intended to affect the appearance of the skin
Articles that are intended to alter the chemistry of the skin
52
An allergic reaction which occurs during a facial should be handled with
Exfoliation
Cold water and cold compress
Hot towels and/or steam
An immediate call to a physician
53
One example of an ingredient in a mechanical exfoliant is
Gommage
Rice bran
Hydroxy acids
Papaya
54
Dry skin may be most safely treated with
Mineral oil
Chamomile
Salicylic acid
Licorice
55
Which is necessary for all skin care professionals who work with products?
Have a thorough understanding of the product chemical formulations
Recommend the most profitable products their salon has to offer
Have a personal relationship with salespeople in the industry
Have an advanced degree in biochemistry
56
The type of products that attracts water to the skin but is typically oil free is called
Night creams
Moisturizers
Treatment creams
Hydrators
57
What is true of gluten free cosmetics
They must also be labeled organic
They have less than 20 parts per million (ppm) of gluten
They are not regulated as such by the FDA
They are medically necessary for people with celiac disease
58
What condition is NOT treated with retinoids?
Hyperpigmentation
Combination skin
Acne
Aging skin
59
What does a toner provide for the skin?
It protects skin from the elements
It has emollients that soften dry skin
It stimulates blood flow and circulation
It removes residue left behind by cleansers or other products
60
The usual markup of products for wholesale to retail is
100%
50%
25 %
200%
61
How is the actual monetary value of a product BEST determined?
The smallest markup from wholesale to retail
The purchase price as compared to over the counter products
The popularity of the product
Breaking the purchase price down into the weekly budget
62
What is the most effective way for a skin care professional to communicate how a product works with a client?
Be optimistic when speaking with clients
Refer them to read the product packaging if they have questions
Let the client lead the discussion
Convey a detailed, thorough knowledge of the realistic product expectations
63
What statement accurately reflects the relationship between the FDA and the Cosmetic industry?
The FDA has no relationship with the sale of cosmetics
The FDA does not regulate the safety of cosmetics
The FDA regulates labeling of cosmetics
Packaging of cosmetics must indicate FDA approval
64
What is an example of an ingredient in an enzyme exfoliant?
Hydroxy acids
Pineapple
Retinol
Jojoba beads
65
An example of a moderately low comedogenic cosmetic ingredient is
Palm oil
Wheat germ oil
Coconut oil
Almond oil
66
The FD&C Act partly defines drugs as articles which are intended for use in the
Beautification of the skin
Altering of appearance
Cosmeceutical industry
Diagnosis of disease
67
Products sold by estheticians
Are more costly in the long run than those sold over the counter
Are less costly in the long run than those sold over the counter
Are regulated to be exactly the same cost as those sold over the counter
Are far less costly because they are sold in bulk
68
All of the following are benefits of using exfoliants EXCEPT
They improve the skin's ability to retain moisture and lipids
They dissolve makeup and dirt to keep pores clean
They stimulate blood flow and circulation
They make makeup application smoother and more even
69
Ampoules are essentially the same product as
Humectannts
Exfoliants
Serums
Moisturizers
70
What term does not refer to a cosmetic ingredient or product that may be less likely to cause allergic reactions?
Hypoallergenic
Nonirritating
Dermatologist tested
Noncomedogenic
71
Where should a patch test be applied?
Behind the knee
In any area covered by clothing
Behind the ear
On the neck
72
The type of toners formulated especially for oily or acne prone skin is called
Astringents
Fresheners
Botanicals
Micellar waters
73
What type of product will most likely make blackheads worse?
Gluten free
Comedogenic
Hypoallergenic
Noncomedogenic
74
What is an emollient?
A humectant often used in dry or sensitive skin moisturizers
A fatty material used to lubricate and keep other substances on the skin
A water based emulsion for normal and combination skin
An agent that causes exfoliation, or sloughing, of skin cells
75
One ingredient used to thicken creams is
Water
Quaternium-15
Carbomer
Polysorbate
76
Microscopic oil molecules called micells are used in
Cleansing lotions
Cleansing creams
Cleansing waters
Cleansing oils
77
What is NOT ideal for combination skin?
Humectants
Oil balancing ingredients
Emollients
Ceramides
78
What is the goal of treatment for dehydrated skin?
To prevent TEWL
To provide moisturizing, replenishing and skin restoring ingredients
To reduce the overactivity of the oil glands
To maintain a healthy balance of water and oil
79
What are hydroxy acids, humectants and clarifying ingredients all used to treat?
Dehydrated skin
Combination skin
Oily skin
Dry skin
80
Of all skin care treatments, the single most effective is
Waxing
Home care treatments
Extractions
Exfoliating

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