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