E6 (Skin Care Products)

Question 1

An example of a moderately low comedogenic cosmetic ingredient is

Answer 1

almond oil

Question 2

One example a fairly high comedogenic ingredient is

Answer 2

coconut oil

Question 3

All are benefits of exfoliation except:

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they do not DISSOLVE MAKEUP and DIRT to keep PORES clean

Question 4

One ingredient used to thicken creams is

Answer 4

carbomer

Question 5

One benefit of using a mask is

Answer 5

it hydrates, soothes, and nourishes the skin

Question 6

What are fatty acids?

Answer 6

LUBRICANTS derived from PLANT OILS or AMIMAL FATS

Question 7

An astringent is

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a water based liquid that helps remove excess oil from the skin

Question 8

What is an emollient?

Answer 8

A FATTY MATERIAL used to LUBRICATE and KEEP other substances on the skin

Question 9

What is meant by the term functional ingredient?

Answer 9

An ingredient that does not affect the appearance of skin but is necessary for PRODUCT FORMULATION

Question 10

What does a toner provide for the skin?

Answer 10

It removes residue LEFT BEHIND by other cleansers or products

Question 11

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

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Convey a DETAILED and THOROUGH knowledge of the REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS of a product

Question 12

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

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the FDA

Question 13

The two most important laws pertaining to cosmetic sales in the United States are:

Answer 13

The FD&C act and the FPLA

Question 14

How are cosmetics legally defined in the US?

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Articles that tend to affect the appearance of the skin

Question 15

The FD&C Act partially defines drugs as articles which are intended for use in the

Answer 15

diagnosis of a disease

Question 16

According to the legal definitions of cosmetics and drugs

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products may be regulated as both

Question 17

Which statement accurately reflects the relationship between the FDA and the cosmetic industry?

Answer 17

The FDA regulates labeling of cosmetics

Question 18

What are cosmeceuticals?

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products that were labeled by the skin care industry, not the FDA

Question 19

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

Answer 19

list the ingredients of a fragrance

Question 20

Where should a patch test be applied?

Answer 20

behind the ear

Question 21

An allergic reaction which occurs during a facial should be handled with

Answer 21

cold water and cold compresses

Question 22

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

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They are certified by the national organic program

Question 23

Cruelty free cosmetics indicate the products

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are not tested on animals

Question 24

What are three terms that can be used to refer to a cosmetic ingredient not likely to cause allergic reactions?

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Hypoallergenic, dermatologist tested, nonirritating

Question 25

What type of product will most likely make blackheads worse?

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comedogenic

Question 26

What is true of fragrance free products?

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They may be lavender scented

Question 27

What is true of unscented products?

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They contain ingredients which mask the odors of other ingredients

Question 28

What ingredient is beneficial for all skin types?

Answer 28

Vitamin A

Question 29

An ingredient that is a melanin suppressant and used to treat hyperpigmentation is

Answer 29

Kojic Acid

Question 30

An antioxidant ingredient that also has anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties is

Answer 30

green tea

Question 31

Dry skin may be most safely treated with

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mineral oil

Question 32

What ingredient would be ideal for someone who has sensitive skin?

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Azulene

Question 33

Three ingredients that are universal for all skin types and conditions:

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antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals

Question 34

What is not ideal for combination skin?

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ceramides

Question 35

What is not an ideal treatment for dry skin?

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hydroxy acids

Question 36

What is the goal of treatment for dehydrated skin?

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To prevent TEWL

Question 37

What are hydroxy acids, humectants and clarifying ingredients all used to treat?

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oily skin

Question 38

The type of skin that is not usually treated with topical probiotics is

Answer 38

dehydrated skin

Question 39

What type of skin exhibits dryness, dehydration, inflammation, and hyperpigmentation?

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aging skin

Question 40

What type of skin is Vitamin C ideal to treat?

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mature skin

Question 41

What skin type is NOT treated with retinoids?

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combination skin

Question 42

Stage performers remove their heavy makeup with

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cleansing creams

Question 43

The most popular type of cleansers are

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cleansing gels

Question 44

The type of toners formulated especially for oily or acne prone skin is called

Answer 44

astringents

Question 45

What is an example of an ingredient in an enzyme exfoliant?

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pineapple

Question 46

What is another term for roll off mask?

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gommage

Question 47

Which of the following is considered a nonsetting mask?

Answer 47

alginate mask

Question 48

What type of mask should not be applied to the lower neck?

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modelage mask

Question 49

Clients with dry and mature skin should be massaged with

Answer 49

massage cream

Question 50

Ampoules are essentially the same thing as

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serums

Question 51

The level of APF that blocks the highest amount of UVB rays but does not contain high amounts of chemical sunscreen is

Answer 51

SPF 50

Question 52

Of all skin care treatments, the single most effective is

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home care treatments

Question 53

What statement about the sales of retail products is false?

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retailing is not an important part of an estheticians job

Question 54

What is the best advice to an esthetician who wishes to educate a client about a product?

Answer 54

Keep it short and to the point

Question 55

Products sold by estheticians

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

Question 56

What is the best advice to an esthetician who is starting out and wants to know what products to work with?

Answer 56

Become familiar with the extent to which the manufacturer offers education and marketing support.

Question 57

One sign a manufaturer is not a good choice to develop a long term professional relationship with is if the manufacturer

Answer 57

has a strong online presence

Question 58

What is true of online sales of professional products?

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They are potentially dangerous

Question 59

The usual markup of products from wholesale to retail is

Answer 59

100 percent

Question 60

How is the actual omettre value of a product best determined?

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Breaking the purchase price down into a weekly budget