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1
One example of an ingredient in a mechanical exfoliant is____.
Rice bran
Gommage
Papaya
Hydroxy acids
2
What is true of gluten-free cosmetics?
They are medically necessary for people with celiac disease.
They have less than 20 parts per million (ppm) of gluten.
They are not regulated as such by the FDA.
They must also be labeled organic.
3
The FD&C Act partly defines drugs as articles which are intended for use in the _____.
Altering of appearance
Cosmeceutical industry
Diagnosis of disease
Beautification of the skin
4
Clients with dry immature skin should be massaged with _____.
Massage cream
Massage gel
Massage oil
Massage lotion
5
An astringent is _____.
A lubricant ingredient derived from plant oils are animal fats
A special cleanser designed primarily to remove heavier makeup
A soap or detergent that deeply cleans the skin
A water-based liquid that helps remove excess oil from skin
6
What are hydroxy acids, humectants, and clarifying ingredients are used to treat?
Dry skin
Dehydrated skin
Oily skin
Combination skin
7
An antioxidant ingredient that also has anti-inflammatory and has anti-aging properties is _____.
Licorice
Lemon extract
Green tea
Kojic acid
8
Microscopic oil molecules called micelles are used in _____.
Cleansing creams
Cleansing oils
Cleansing lotions
Cleansing waters
9
What are fatty acids?
Natural enzymes used for exfoliation and an enzyme peels
Lubricant ingredients derived from plant oils or animal fats
Humectants often used in dry or sensitive skin moisturizers
Lipids that help place and keep substances on the skin
10
Dry skin may be most safely treated with _____.
Mineral oil
Chamomile
Salicylic acid
Licorice
11
What ingredient is beneficial for ALL skin types?
Petrolatum
Snow crocus bulb
Vitamin A
Avocado oil
12
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 always authorized by the manufacturer.
They are potentially dangerous.
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
If the salon buys in bulk and re-packages the product
If the salon sells the product
If the salon recommends the product for home care
14
Closed lipid bilayers spheres that encapsulate ingredients and target they deliver to specific tissues are collectively
Lubricants
Polymers
Parabens
Liposomes
15
A rule of thumb about the difference between irritant reactions and allergic reactions is that _____.
Irritance take longer than allergens to show symptoms
Irritance burn, allergens itch
Irritance blister, allergens burn
Irritants itch, allergens burn
16
One ingredient used to thicken creams is _____.
Water
Polysorbate
Quaternium-15
Carbomer
17
What is an emollient?
A fatty material used to lubricate and keep other substances on the skin
A water-based emulsion for normal and combination skin
A humectant often used in dry or sensitive skin moisturizers
An agent that causes exfoliation, or sloughing, of the skin cells
18
Where should a patch test be applied?
Behind the knee
In any area covered by clothing
Behind the ear
On the neck
19
Which statement accurately reflects the relationship between the FDA and the cosmetic industry?
Packaging of cosmetics must indicate FDA approval.
The FDA does not regulate the safety of cosmetics.
The FDA has no relationship with the sale of cosmetics.
The FDA regulates labeling of cosmetics.
20
What ingredient would be ideal for someone who has sensitive skin?
Glycerin
Tea tree oil
Azulene
Argan oil
21
When choosing a product with natural ingredients, it is important to remember _____.
Natural and synthetic ingredients are never in the same product
Some of the most effective products are not derived from natural sources
Natural ingredients are far more effective
Natural ingredients are better for the environment
22
The usual markup of products from wholesale to retail is_____.
100%
25%
50%
200%
23
What type of skin exhibits dryness, dehydration, inflammation, and hyperpigmentation?
Problematic skin
Aging skin
Reactive skin
Sensitive skin
24
What is the best advice for an esthetician who wants to build trust over the long-term with a new client?
Follow up with a client within a week of the appointment
Never bother the client at home
Call the client every day to check in
Sell as wide a variety of products to the client as possible
25
What are cosmeceutical’s?
Products that were labeled by the skin care industry, not the FDA
A category of drug is defined by the FDA
Products that do not require FDA regulation
A category of cosmetic as defined by the FDA
26
Of the following, which will help an esthetician best maintain an effective long-term career?
Stay informed about the latest developments in the industry.
Use a narrow range of effective products.
Always use the newest products.
Stick as closely as possible to what has worked in the past.
27
What are fresheners and astringent?
Toners
Exfoliants
Cleansers
Masks
28
One example of a fairly highly comedogenic cosmetic ingredient is _____.
Argan oil
Jojoba oil
Hemp seed oil
Coconut oil
29
Vegan is a label that indicates a product is not supposed to contain _____.
Synthetic ingredients
Ingredients tested on animals
Non-organic ingredients
Animal by-products
30
What type of skin is Vitamin C ideal to treat?
Problematic skin
Mature skin
Reactive skin
Sensitive skin
31
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
Products may be regulated as both drugs and cosmetics
A cosmetic may not also be regulated as a drug
32
Ampoules are essentially the same product as_____.
Humectants
Exfoliants
Serums
Moisturizers
33
What is the intention of the International Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient (INCI)?
Raise awareness about the side effects of cosmetics
Insure animal testing has not occurred
Allow consumers to compare names of ingredients
Rate the effectiveness of products
34
What type of product will most likely make blackheads worse?
Gluten free
Comedogenic
Noncomedogenic
Hypoallergenic
35
What does a toner provide for the skin?
It has emollient’s 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.
36
Stage performers remove their heavy makeup with _____.
Cleansing creams
Cleansing waters
Cleansing lotions
Cleansing oils
37
Federal regulations requires the labeling of cosmetics to do all of the following EXCEPT _____.
List the company’s location or distribution point
List the ingredients of a fragrance
List the company’s name
List the ingredients in descending order of predominant
38
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 function of the skin
Articles that are intended to affect the appearance of the skin
39
Cruelty free cosmetics indicate the products _____.
Are not tested on animals
Do not contain animal products
Are easy to use
Do not cause allergies
40
Of all skin care treatments, the single most effective is_____.
Home care treatments
Waxing
Extractions
Exfoliating
41
What is an example of an ingredient in an enzyme exfoliant?
Pineapple
Jojoba beads
Retinol
Hydroxy acids
42
What is the goal of treatment for dehydrated skin?
To provide moisturizing, replenishing, and skin-restoring ingredients
To reduce the overactivity of oil glands
To maintain a healthy balance of water and oil
To prevent TEWL
43
Ingredients must be listed on cosmetic labels _____.
In reverse alphabetical order
In descending order of predominance
In ascending order of predominance
In alphabetical order
44
What is another term for roll-off mask?
Almond meal
Gommage
Papaya
Hydroxy acids
45
What is the best advice to an esthetician who wishes to educate a client about a product?
Let the client lead the discussion.
Provide as much information as possible to the client.
Keep it short and to the point.
Recommend the same product line to every customer.
46
An allergic reaction which occurs during a facial should be handled with _____.
Hot towels and/or steam
An immediate call to a position
Exfoliation
Cold water and cold compresses
47
What is NOT ideal for combination skin?
Emollient
Humectants
Oil-balancing ingredients
Ceramides
48
To preserve them for the longest period of time, products should be stored _____.
In clear containers in warmer temperatures
In dark containers in cooler temperatures
In dark containers in warmer temperatures
In clear containers in cooler temperatures
49
A type of ingredient that is NOT universal for all skin types and conditions are _____.
Minerals
Emollients
Antioxidants
Vitamins
50
An example of a moderately low comedogenic cosmetic ingredient is _____.
Wheat germ oil
Coconut oil
Palm oil
Almond oil
