What are fatty acids?

Lubricant ingredients derived from plant oils or animal fats

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

List the ingredients of a fragrance

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

The salon buys in bulk and repackages the product

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

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

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

Stay informed about the latest developments in the industry

Products sold by estheticians

Are less costly in the long run than those sold over the counter

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

In dark containers in cooler temperatures

All of the following are benefits of using exfoliants EXCEPT

They dissolve makeup and dirt to keep pores clean

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

One benefit of using a mask is

It hydrates, nourishes and soothes the skin

What statement accurately reflects the relationship between the FDA and the Cosmetic industry?

The FDA regulates labeling of cosmetics

Ingredients must be listed on cosmetic labels

In descending order of predominance

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

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

How is the actual monetary value of a product BEST determined?

Breaking the purchase price down into the weekly budget

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

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

They are certified by the National Organic Program

How are cosmetics legally defined in the United States?

Articles that are intended to affect the appearance of the skin

According to the legal definitions of cosmetics and of drugs

Products may be regulated as both drugs and cosmetics

What statement about the sales of retail products is FALSE?

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

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

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