What is meant by the term functional ingredient?

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

What is the most effective way for a skin care professional to communicate how a product works with a client?

Convey a detailed, thorough knowledge of the realistic product expectations

What are fatty acids?

Lubricant ingredients derived from plant oils or animal fats

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

They are certified by the National Organic Program

What is true of gluten free cosmetics

They have less than 20 parts per million (ppm) of gluten

What statement about the sales of retail products is FALSE?

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

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

Breaking the purchase price down into the weekly budget

What does a toner provide for the skin?

It removes residue left behind by cleansers or other products

Products sold by estheticians

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

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

The FDA regulates labeling of cosmetics

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

How are cosmetics legally defined in the United States?

Articles that are intended to affect the appearance of the skin

Which is necessary for all skin care professionals who work with products?

Have a thorough understanding of the product chemical formulations

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

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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 a product that has a label that indicates all natural ingredients?

It is a term for marketing, not federal regulation

Ingredients must be listed on cosmetic labels

In descending order of predominance

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

All of the following are benefits of using exfoliants EXCEPT

They dissolve makeup and dirt to keep pores clean

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

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