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Esthetics: Chapter 6
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Skin Care Products: Chemistry, Ingredients, and Selection
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What is the best advice to an esthetician who is starting out and wants to know what products to work with?
focus on the products which have the best results
don't waste time choosing a product as all product lines are the same
become familiar with the extent to which the manufacturer offers support
choose the least expensive products
2
What type of skin is Vitamin C idea to treat?
sensitive skin
problematic skin
reactive skin
mature skin
3
What does a toner provide for the skin?
it has emollients that soften dry skin
it removes residue left behind by cleansers or other products
it protects skin from the elements
it stimulates blood flow and circulation
4
A type of ingredient that is NOT universal for all skin types and conditions are _______.
antioxidants
minerals
emollients
vitamins
5
What is NOT ideal for combination skin?
humectants
oil-balancing ingredients
emollients
ceramides
6
What type of skin exhibits dryness, dehydration, inflammation, and hyperpigmentation?
reactive skin
problematic skin
aging skin
sensitive skin
7
What is the foal of treatment for dehydrated skin?
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
to prevent TEWL
8
What ingredient would be ideal for someone who has sensitive skin?
azulene
glycerin
tea tree oil
argan oil
9
What is not an ideal treatment for dry skin?
hydroxy acids
ceramides
humectants
emollients
10
An ingredient that is a melanin supporessant and used to treat hyperpigmentation is _______.
honey
kojic acid
pumpkin
salicylic acid
11
Cruelty-free cosmetics indicate the products _______.
are not tested on animals
do not cause allergies
are easy to use
do not contain animal products
12
What are fatty acids?
lubricant ingredients derived from plant oils or animal fats
humectants often used in dry- or sensitive skin moisturizers
natural enzymes used for exfoliation and in enzyme peels
lipids that help place and keep substances on the skin
13
What are fresheners and astringents?
exfoliants
cleansers
toners
masks
14
What is the best advice to an esthetician who wishes to educate a client about a product?
recommend the same product line to every customer
let the client lead the discussion
keep it short and to the point
provide as much information as possible to the client
15
One benefit of using a mask is _______.
it enhances eyelash growth
it reduces lines and premature aging of the skin
it hydrates, nourishes, and soothes the skin
it firms and strengthens the skin
16
One example of an ingredient in a mechanical exfoliant is ________.
gommage
papaya
rice bran
hydroxy acids
17
What are hydroxy acids, humectants and clarifying ingredients all used to treat?
dehydrated skin
combination skin
oily skin
dry skin
18
An example of a moderately low comedogenic cosmetic ingredient is _______.
coconut oil
wheat germ oil
almond oil
palm oil
19
What type of product will most likely make blackeads worse?
hypoallergenic
comedogenic
gluten free
noncomedogenic
20
When it comes to products and ingredients, the first responsibility of skin care pros to their clients is _______.
letting clients know effects and side effects of products or ingredients
to give the clients the most freedom in choosing products
use as wide a range of products as possible to test for adverse reactions
to recommend only the most affordale products
21
A rule of thumb about the difference between irritant reastions and allergc reastions is that _______.
irritants burn, allergens itch
irritants itch, allergens burn
irritants take longer than allergens to show symptoms
irritants blister, allergens burn
22
The type of skin that is NOT usually treated with topical probiotics is _______.
dehydrated skin
sensitive skin
reactive skin
problematic skin
23
One sign a manufacturer is NOT a good choice to develop a long-term relationship with is if the manufacturer _______.
sells exclusively to licensed care professionals
has a strong online sales presence
does not charge for samples and brochures
strongly recommends its training program about prper use of the product
24
What is rue of gluten-free cosmetics?
they are not regulated as such by the FDA
they are nedically necessary for people with celiac disease
they must also be labeled organic
they have less than 20 parts per million (ppm) of gluten
25
When choosing a product with natural ingredients, it is important to remember _______.
some of he most effective products are not derived from natural sources
natural ingredients are far more effective
natural ingredients are better for the environment
natural ingredients are never in the same product
26
To preserve them for the longest period of time, products should be stored _______.
in dark containers in warmer temperatures
in dark containers in cooler temperatures
in clear containers in cooler temperatures
in clear containers in warmer temperatures
27
Dry skin may be most safely treated with _______.
salicylic acid
licorice
chamomile
mineral oil
28
Federal regulations reqires the labeling of cosmetics to do all of the following EXCEPT _______.
list the ingredients of a fragrance
list the company's name
list the company's location or distribution point
list the ingredients in descending order of predominance
29
The most popular type of cleansers are _______.
cleansing lotions
cleansing gels
cleansing waters
cleansing creams
30
The two most important laws pertaining to cosmetic sales in the United States are _______.
FD&C Act and FPLA
INCI Act and the Social Security Act
INCI Act and FPLA
FD&C Act and INCI Act
31
SPF that blocks the highest amount of UVB rays but does NOT have high amounts of chemical sunscreen ingredients is ____.
SPF 50
SPF 30
SPF 100
SPF 15
32
What is the intention of the International Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient (INCI)?
rate of effectiveness of products
allow consumers to compare names of ingredients
raise awareness about the side effects of cosmetics
insure animal testing has not occurred
33
What is true of fragrence-free products?
they must also be noncomedogenic
they may be lavender-scented
they are also known as unscented products
they must also be hypoallergenic
34
The usual markup of products from wholesale to retail is _______.
25 percent
200 percent
50 percent
100 percent
35
Clients with dry and mature skin should be massaged with _______.
massage cream
massage oil
massage gel
massage lotion
36
An antioxidant ingredient that also has anti-inflammatory and has anti-aging properties is _______.
licorice
green tea
kojic acid
lemon extract
37
A salon might be legally responsible for an allergic reastion that requires medical treatment _______.
if the product has not been labeled by the manufacturer
if the salon sells the product
if the salon buys in bulk and repackages the product
if the salon recommends the product for home care
38
What statement about the sales of retail products is FALSE?
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
clients rely on esthetician's abilities to recommend products
39
How is the actual monetary value of a product BEST determined?
the purchase price as compared to over-the-counter products
breaking the purchase price down into a weekly budget
the smallest markup from wholesale to retail
the popularity of the product
40
What is meant by the term functional ingredient?
ingredient that combines with silicon and oxygen to protect the skin
an ingredient that causes actual changes in the appearance of the skin
an ingredient that is a material that is compatible with water
ingredient that does not affect the the skin but is needed for formulation
41
What is an emolliant?
a fatty material used to lubricate and keep other substances on the skin
a humectant oftern 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
42
Vegan is a label that indicates a product is not supposed to contain _______.
animal by-products
synthetic ingredients
ingredients tested on animals
non-organic ingredients
43
What is the most effective way for a skin care professional to communicate how a product works with a client?
convey a detailed knowledge of the realistic expectations of that product
be optimistic when speaking with clients
refer the client to read the product packaging if there are any questions
let the client lead the discussion
44
What is true of cosmetics that are labeled as having organic ingredients?
they are certified by the National Organic Program
they must also be labeled as natural
they must be approved as such by the FDA
they are regulated by the USDA
45
All of the following are bengits of using exfoliants EXCEPT _______.
they stimulate blood flow and circulation
they improve the skin's ability to retain moisture and lipids
they dissolve makeup and dirt to keep pores clean
they make makeup application smoother and more even
46
What are cosmeceuticals?
a category of drug as defined by the FDA
products that do not require FDA regulation
a category of cosmetic as defined by the FDA
products that were labeled by the skin care industry, not the FDA
47
What is an example of an ingredient in an enzyme exfoliant?
hydroxy acids
pineapple
retinol
jojoba beads
48
The type of toners formulated especially for oily or acne-prone skin is called _______.
micellar waters
astringents
fresheners
botanicals
49
What is true of unscented products?
they are always hypoallergenic
they are the same as fragrence free products
they do not conatin lavender
they contain ingredients which mask the odors of other ingredients
50
How are cosmetics legally defined in the United States?
articles that are intended to alter the chemistry of the skin
articles that are designed to affect the structure of the skin
articles that are intended to affect the appearance of the skin
articles that are intended to affect the fuction of the skin
51
Of all skin care treatments, the single most effective is _______.
exfolitating
home care treatments
extractions
waxing
52
What are emollients comprised of?
fragrances
mineral oils
pH adjusters
lipids
53
Which is necessary for all skin care professionals who work with products?
have a thorough understanding of the chemical formulation of each product
have personal relationships with salespeople in the industry
have an advanced degree in biochemistry
recommend the most profitable products their salon has to offer
54
Products sold by estheticians _______.
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
are more costly in the long run than those sold over the counter
55
Ampoules are essentially the same product as _______.
moisturizers
exfoliants
humectants
serums
56
An astringent is ________.
a soap or detergent that deeply cleans the skin
a special cleanser designed primarily to remove heavier makeup
a water based liquid that helps remove excess oil from the skin
a lubricant ingredient derived from plant oils or animal fats
57
What type of mask should not be applied to the lower neck?
paraffin wax mask
alginate mask
modelage mask
sheet mask
58
What term does not refer to a cosmetic ingredient or product that may be less likely to cause allergic reactions?
dermatologist tested
hypoallergenic
noncomedogenic
nonirritating
59
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 always authorized by the manufacturer
they are potentially dangerous
60
Which of the following is considered a nonsetting mask?
clay mask
alginate mask
sheet mask
modelage mask
61
What ingredient is beneficial for ALL skin types?
vitamin A
snow crocus bulb
petrolatum
avocado oil
62
The type of products that atracts water to the skin but is typically oil-free is called _______.
hydrators
treatment creams
moisturizers
nigh creams
63
Closed-lipid bilayer spheres that encapsulate ingredients and target deliver to specific tissues are known as _______.
liposomes
polymers
parabens
lubricants
64
What is another term for roll-off mask?
papaya
hydroxy acids
almond meal
gommage
65
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
stay informed about the latest developments in the industry
always use the newest products
use a narrow range of effective products
66
One ingredient used to thicken creams is ________.
polysorbate
carbomer
water
quaternium-15
67
Which 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
the FDA has no relationship with the sale of cosmetics
packaging of cosmetics must indicate FDA approval
68
Microscopic oil molecules called micelles are used in _______.
cleansing oils
cleansing waters
cleansing lotions
cleansing creams
69
What condition is NOT treated with retinoids?
aging skin
Acne
combination skin
hyperpigmentation
70
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 that has not been developed with pesticides
it is using a term of marketing, not federal regulation
it indicates a product less toxic than one made of synthetic ingredients
71
Ingredients must be listed on cosmetic labels _______.
in ascending order of predominance
in alphabetical order
in descending order of predominance
in reverse alphabetical order
72
Where should a patch test be applied?
behind the knee
on the neck
in any area covered by clothing
behind the ear
73
What is the definition of aromatherapy?
spreading agent delivers other ingredients, makes them more effective
an ancient healing practice using essential oils from plants
substances such as vegetable, pigment or mineral dyes giving products color
a mechanical and chemical product or process used to exfoliate the skin
74
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
75
What is the best advice for an esthetician who wants to build trust over the long-term with a new client?
never bother the client at home
sell as wide a variety of products to the client as possible
call the client every day to check in
follow up with a client within a week of the appointment
76
According to the legal definitions of cosmetics and of drugs, _______.
products may be regulated as both drugs and cosmetics
a cosmetic may not also be regulated as a drug
all cosmetics are also drugs
a drug may not also be regulated as a cosmetic
77
An allergic reaction which occurs durin a facial should be handled with _______.
hot towels and/or steam
an immediate call to a physician
cold water and cold compresses
exfoliation
78
In the United States, the regulation of cosmetics is the purview of _______.
the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
the US Department of Agriculture (USDA)
the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
79
One example of a fairly highly comedogenic cosmetic ingredient is _______.
hemp seed oil
coconut oil
jojoba oil
argan oil
80
Stage performers remove their heavy makeup with _______.
cleansing lotions
cleansing waters
cleansing creams
cleansing oils
