Freshmen Ingredients Study Guide Flashcards
(94 cards)
T of F: Estheticians cannot make claims that a product or treatment can affect the structure or function of the skin.
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T of F: The FDA requires that a cosmetic product cannot be labeled “organic” if it contains any preservatives.
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T of F: It can be difficult to predict how a certain product will work for an individual because product testing varies and product chemistry is complicated
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T of F: All emollients and oils are comedogenic
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T of F: Without emulsifiers, oil and water would separate into layers
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T of F: Essential oils are often used for their natural fragrance.
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T of F: Sun protection is unnecessary when using chemical exfoliants
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T of F: A well-planned skin care program can reverse major damage caused by aging
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T of F: Skin contains its own natural Epidermal Growth Factors (EPGs)
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T of F: Peptides are highly irritating and should never be applied to aging skin
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T of F: A physician must be treating anyone using retinoids
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T of F: Physical sunscreens are organic compounds that chemically absorb ultraviolet radiation
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T of F: Certain synthetic ingredients are effective cell renewal stimulants
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T of F: Products that are considered “green” are less sustainable than traditional products
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T of F: If the client complains of burning after you have applied a product to the skin, you should immediately remove the product and rinse the skin with cold water
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T of F: All alcohols used in cosmetic products are drying
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T of F: Synthetically produced oils have the same or greater therapeutic value than natural oils
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T of F: Pure oils are powerful and can irritate the skin or the senses if overused
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T of F: The body’s olfactory system gives us our sense of touch
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T of F: Exfoliating the skin can treat a variety of skin problems and is necessary for healthy skin
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T of F: Unlike enzymes, AHAs digest only the dead cells on the surface of the skin
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T of F: Gel masks should only be used on normal or oily skin
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T of F: Algae and seaweed masks are commonly retailed for home use
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T of F: Eye creams are usually thicker and protect thin, delicate tissue
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