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Milady Esthetician Chapter 6: Skin Care Products
Milady Esthetician Chapter 6: Skin Care Products
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1
Dryness, dehydration, inflammation, and hyperpigmentation are consistent with _______.
Problematic skin
Aging skin
Reactivate skin
Sensitive skin
2
Federal law about labeling does NOT require cosmetics to______
List company's location or distribution point
List ingredients of fragrance
List the ingredients in descending order of performance
List company's name
3
Term refers to closed-lipid bilateral spheres that encapsulate ingredients & target their delivery to specific tissues
Parabens
Lubricants
Polymers
Liposomes
4
What type of cleanser is made up of microscopic oil molecules called micelles?
Cleaning water
Cleaning lotions
Cleaning creams
Cleanings oils
5
What are the two most important laws pertaining to cosmetic sales in the United States?
The INCI Act and the Social Security Act
The INCI and The Fair Packaging and Labeling Act (FPLA)
The FD&C Act and INCI Act
The FD&C Act and the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act (FPLA)
6
What is true of the FDA's relationship with the sale of cosmetics?
The FDA has no relationship with the sale of cosmetics
The FDA regulates labeling of cosmetics
The FDA does not regulate the safety of cosmetics
Packaging of cosmetics must indicate FDA approval
7
Fatty acids are ______.
Lipids that help place and keep substances on the skin
Natural enzymes used for exfoliation and on enzyme peels
Humectants often used in dry-or sensitive skin moisturizers
Lubricant ingredients derived from plant oils or animal fats
8
What product attracts water to the skin but is typically oil-free?
Night creams
Moisturizers
Treatment creams
Hydrators
9
Which of the following BEST describes the term emollient?
A fatty material used to lubricate amd keep other substances on the skin
A humectant often used in dru or sensitive skin moisturizers
An agent that causes exfoliation, sloughing, of skin cells
A water-based emulsion for normal & combination skin
10
What is an example of a moderately low comedogenic cosmetic ingredient?
Wheat germ oil
Palm oil
Almond oil
Coconut oil
11
Blackheads will be formed by a product which is _________<
Gluten free
Noncomedogenic
Hypoallergenic
Comedogenic
12
The FD&C Act partly defines drugs as articles which are intended for use in the ______
Prevention of disease
Beautification of the skin
Cosmeceudical industry
Altering the appearance
13
What is true of the regulation of both cosmetics and drugs?
A drug may not also be regulated as a cosmetic
A cosmetic may not also be regulated as a drug
All cosmetics are also drugs
Products may be regulated as both drugs and cosmetics
14
The goal of treatment of dehydrated skin is to _____.
Maintain a healthy balance of water and oil
Prevent TEWL
Provide moisturizing, replenishing, and skin-restoring
Reduce the overactivity of the oil glands
15
What statement is NOT true of retailing products?
Retailing is not important part of an esthetician's job
Estheticians can retail without "selling" products.
Clients rely on esthetician's abilities to recommend products
Retailing is a necessary part of a salon's business
16
Which of the following is a benefit of using a mask?
It reduced lines and premature aging of the skin
It firms and strengthens the skin
It enhances eyelash growth
It hydrates, nurishes and soothes the skin
17
Emollients are made of _____, which lie on top of the skin and prevent dehydration by tapping water.
Mineral oils
Fragrances
pH adjusters
Lipids
18
What is generally true of the difference between irritant reaction and allergic reaction?
Irritants take longer than allergens to show symptoms
Irritant burns, allergens itch
Irritant itch, allergens burn
Irritant blister, allergens itch
19
The actual monetary value of a product is best determined by ______.
Breaking the purchase price down into weekly budget
The popularoty of the products
The purchase price as compared to over-the counter products
The smallest markup from wholesale to retail
20
When explaining how products work, skin care professionals should always _____
Be optimistic when speaking with clients
Let the client to lead the discussion
Convey a detailed and through knowledge of the realistic expectations
Refer the client to read the product packaging if there are any questions
21
What is the BEST way to approach an allergic reaction during a facial?
Exfoliation
Call a physician immediately
Hot towels and/or steam
Cold water and cold compresses
22
What may be a sign that a manufacturer is NOT a good choice to develop a long-term professional relationship with?
Does not charge for samples and brochures
Has a strong online sales presence
Strongly recomments its training program about proper use of the product
Sells exclusively to licensed professionals
23
When choosing what products to work with, esthetician should ______.
Choose the least expensive products
Not waste too much time choosing a product, as all lines are the same.
Check the extent to which the manufacturer offers education and support
Focus on the products which have the best results
24
What SPF blocks the highest amount of UVB rays W/O generally containing high amounts of chemical sunscreen ingredients?
SPF 30
SPF 15
SPF 50
SPF 90
25
"Gluten-Free" cosmetics _______.
Must also be labeled "organic"
Have less than 20 patts per million (ppm) of gluten
Are medically necessary for peiole with celiac disease
Are not regulated as such by the FDA
26
Hydroxy acids, humectants, and clarifying ingredients are all used to treat _____.
Dehydrated skin
Oily skin
Combination skin
Dry skin
27
Someone who has sensitive skin would likely benefit from ______.
Tea tree oil
Azulane
Glycerin
Argan oil
28
How should products be stored to make them last longer?
In dark containers in warmer temperatures
In clear containers in cooler temperatures
In dark containers in cooler temperatures
In clear containers in warmer temperatures
29
Fresheners and astringent are types of _____.
Toners
Cleansers
Masks
Exfoliants
30
What is the usual markup of products from wholesale to retail?
50 percent
100 percent
25 percent
200 percent
31
A functional ingredient __________
Does not affect the appearance of the skin, necessary for product formation
Is chemically combined with silicon and oxygen to protect the skin
Is a material that is compatible with water
Causes actual changes in the appearance of the skin
32
Which of the following-is not required on the labels for cosmetics?
List of fragrance ingredients
Cosmetic company's location
Cosmetic company's name
List of cosmetics ingredients
33
Dry skin will not likely react well to ingredients which contain _____
Hydroxy acids
Humectants
Emollients
Ceramides
34
Which of the following BEST describes the term astringent?
A soap or deterrent that deeply cleans the skin
A special cleanser designed primarily to remove heavier makeup
A lubricant ingredient derived from plant oils or animal fats
A water-based liquid that helps remove excess oil from the skin
35
When educating a client about a product, an esthetician should always ______.
Recommend the same product line to every customer
Let the client lead the discussion
Provide as much information as possible to the client
Keep it short and to the point
36
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using an exfoliant?
It disolves makeup and dirt to keep pores clean
It stimulates blood flow and circulation
It makes makeup application smoother and more even
It improves the skin's ability to retain moisture and lipids
37
Serums are essentially the same products as ______.
Moisturizers
Exfoliants
Ampoules
Humectants
38
Which is NOT a term for a product which indicates it should be less likely to cause allergic reaction?
Nonirritating
Hypoallergenic
Dermatologist tested
Noncomedogenic
39
When massaging a client with dry and mature skin, which product is best?
Massage oil
Massage lotion
Massage gel
Massage cream
40
Vitamin C is an ingredient which will particularly help ______.
Reactive skin
Problematic skin
Mature skin
Sensitive skin
41
A label which indicates "all-natural" ingredients _______
Indicates a product which has not been developed with use of pesticides
Indicates a product which does not contain chemicals
Is using a term for marketing, not federal regulation
Indicates a product less toxic than one made of synthetic ingredients
42
In the United States, what agency is responsible for the regulation of cosmetics?
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDAL
43
A client who suffers from claustrophobia should not be treated with a _______.
Alginate mask
Modelage mask
Sheet mask
Paragfin wax mask
44
What is an ingredient used to thinking creams?
Polysobate
Carbomer
Quanternium-15
Water
45
Which ingredient is a melanin suppressant used to treat hyperpigmentation?
Pumpkin
Honey
Salicylic acid
Kojic acid
46
Online sales of professional products are ________.
Potentially dangerous
Helpful to estheticians
Frowed upon by the manufacturer
Always authorized by the manufacturer
47
What is true of the relationship between natural & synthetic product ingredients?
Natural ingredients are better for the environment
Natural ingredients are far more effective
Some of the most effective products are not derived from natural sources
Natural & synthetic ingredients are never in the same product
48
Products that are labeled "vegan" should not, but may contain_______.
Animal by-products
Synthetic ingredients
Ingredients tested in animals
Non-orgsnic ingredients
49
How must ingredients be listed on cosmetic labels?
Descending order of performance
Alphabetical order
Ascending order of performance
Reverse alphabetical order
50
What are generally the most popular type of cleanser?
Cleansing waters
Cleansing lotions
Cleanings creams
Cleansing gels
51
What is the responsibility of skin care professionals to their clients, in terms of products & ingredients?
To recommend only the most affordable products
To give the clients the most freedom in choosing products
Letting the client know all effects & potential side effects of any product
Use a wide range of products as possible to test for adverse reactions
52
What is an example of an ingredient in an enzyme exfoliant?
Hydroxy acids
Jojoba beads
Papaya
Retinol
53
Regulations related to International Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient (INCI) are intended to _______
Raise awereness about the side effects of cosmetics
Rate the effectiveness of products
Allow consumerd to compare name of ingredients
Ensure animal testing has not occurred
54
Where should a patch test be applied?
Behind the knee
Behind the ear
On the neck
In any area coverted by clothing
55
Which ingredient is antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and has anti-aging properties?
Licorice
Kojic acid
lemon extract
Green tea
56
When it comes to products, skin care professionals should always______
Recommend the most profitable products their salon has to offer
Have an advanced degree in biochemistry
Have personal relationships with salespeople in the industry
Have a thorough understanding of the chemical formulation of each product
57
United States law define cosmetics as _____
Articles which are designed to affect the structure of the skin
Articles which are intended to alter the chemistry if the skin
Articles which are intended to affect the function of the skin
Articles which are intended to affect the appearance of the skin
58
What is an example of a fairly high comedogenic cosmetic ingredient?
Coconut oil
Hemp Seed Oil
Argan oil
Jojoba Oil
59
One example of nonsetting mask is a _____.
Modelage mask
Sheet mask
Alginate mask
Clay mask
60
One example of an ingredient in a mechanical exfoliant is ______.
Almond meal
Gommage
Hydroxy acids
Papaya
61
Cosmeceuticals are _____
Products which do not require FDA regulation
Products which were labeled by the skin care industry, not the FDA
A category of cosmetics as defined by the FDA
A category of drug as defined by the FDA
62
"Cruelty-free" cosmetics indicate the products _______.
Do not cause allergies
Are easy to use
Do not contain animal products
Are not tested on animals
63
What treatment has the MOST effective results overall?
Exfoliating
Home care treatments
Extractions
Waxing
64
Combination skin will benefit from all of the following EXCEPT _____.
Humectants
Oil-balancing ingredients
Emollients
Ceramides
65
Of the following, which is a benefit of using a toner?
It stimulates blod flow and circulation
It protects skin from the elements
It has emollients that soften dry skin
It removes residue left behind by cleansers or other products
66
Another term for "roll-off" mask is _____.
Gommage
Hydroxy acids
Papaya
Almond meal
67
In order to build trust over the long-term with new clients, estheticians who retail products should ______.
Sell as wide a variety of products to the client as possible
Follow up with a client within a week of the appointment
Call the client everyday to check in
Never bother the client at home
68
Which type of skin would NOT be typically treated with topical prebiotics?
Sensitive skin
Problematic skin
Reactive skin
Dehydrated skin
69
What ingredient is beneficial for ALL skin types?
Avocado oil
Snow crocus bulb
Aloe vera
Petrolatum
70
Which type of cleanser is frequently used by actors to remove heavy makeup?
Cleansing oils
Cleaning lotions
Cleansing waters
Cleansing creams
71
Unscented products _______.
Contain ingredients which mask the odors of other ingredients
May have an odor
Are always hypoallergenic
Do not contain lavender
72
Retinoids are NOT used as treatment for ______.
Hyperpigmentation
Aging skin
Acne
Combination skin
73
What is true of the price of products sold by licensed estheticians?
Are less costly in the long run than those sold over the counter
Are more costly in the long run than those sold over the counter
Are regulated to be exactly the same cost as those over the counter
Are far less costly because they Re sold in bulk
74
Fragrance-free products ______.
Must also be noncomedogenic
Must also be hypoallergenic
Are also known as unscebted products
May be lavander-scented
75
Which of the following is NOT a universal ingredient for all skin types?
Vitamins
Emollients
Antioxidants
Minerals
76
Which ingredient is safest for dry skin?
Licorice
Salicylic acid
Chamomile
Mineral oil
77
What is a type of toner formulated especially for oily or acne-prone skin?
Micellar waters
Botanicals
Fresheners
Astringents
78
Cosmetics which are labeled as having "organic ingredients" _______.
Are certified by the National Organic Program
Are regulated by USDA
Must also be labeled as "natural"
Must be approved as such by the FDA
79
Which description best fits the definition of aromatherapy?
A mechanical & chemical product or process used to exfoliate the skin
A spreading agent that delivers other ingredients into the skin
Substances such as vegetable pigment, or mineral dyes that give color
An ancient healing practice using essential oils from plants for well-being
80
In regards to product & ingredients, the best way to maintain an effective long-term career as an esthetician is to ____
Stick as closely as possible to what has worked in the past
Stay informed about the latest developments in the industry
Always use the newest products
Use a narrow range of effective products
