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CH. 6 Skin Care Products: Chemistry, Ingredients, and Selection. Flashcards

1
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When it comes to products, skin care professionals should always…

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Have a thorough understanding of each of the chemical formulation of each products.

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What is the responsibility of skin care professionals to their clients, in terms of products and ingredients?

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Letting the client know all the effects and potential side effects of any products or ingredients.

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When explaining how products work, skin care professionals should always…

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Convey a detailed and through knowledge of the realistic expectations of that product.

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How must ingredients be listed on cosmetic labels?

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Descending order or predominance.

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How should products be stored to make them last longer?

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In dark containers in cooler temperatures.

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In the US, what agency is responsible for the regulation of products?

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FDA.

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What is true of the FDAs relationship with the sale of cosmetics?

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The FDA regulates labeling of cosmetics.

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What are the two most important laws pertaining to cosmetic sale in the united states?

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FD&C Act - The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
FPLA- Fair Packaging & Labeling Act.

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9
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Articles which are intended to affect the appearance of the skin.

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Cosmetics.

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

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Prevention of disease.

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11
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What is true of the regulation of both cosmetics & drugs?

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Products can be regulated as both drugs & cosmetics.

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Products which were labeled by the skin care industry, not the FDA

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Cosmeceuticals.

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13
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Federal law does NOT require cosmetics to…

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List the ingredients of a fragrance.

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Regulations related to International Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient (INCI) are intended to…

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Allow consumers to compare names of ingredients.

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15
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What is generally true of the difference between irritant reactions and allergic reactions?

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Irritants burn, allergens itch.

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What is not required on the label for cosmetics?

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List of fragrance ingredients.

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17
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What is the BEST way to approach an allergic reaction during a facial?

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Cold water & cold compresses.

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What is true of the relationship between natural & synthetic products?

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Some of the most effective products are not derived from natural sources.

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A label which indicates “all-natural” ingredients…

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Is using a term of marketing, not federal regulation.

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Cosmetics which are labeled as having “organic ingredients”…

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Are certified by the National Organic Program.

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“Cruelty free” cosmetics indicate the products…

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Are not tested on animals.

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Products that are labeled “vegan” should not, but may contain…

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Animal by-products.

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Have less than 20 parts per million (ppm) of gluten.

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“Gluten-free” cosmetics.

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Which is NOT a term for a product which indicates it should be less likely to cause allergic reactions:
Hypoallergenic.
Noncomedogenic.
Comedogenic.
Gluten free.

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Noncomedogenic.

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25
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Blackheads will likely be formed by a product which is…

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Comedogenic.

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26
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Contain ingredients which mask the odors of other ingredients.

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Unscented products.

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27
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Closed-lipid bilayer spheres that encapsulate ingredients & target their delivery to specific tissues?

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Liposomes.

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What is an example of a moderately low comedogenic cosmetic ingredient? :
Palm oil.
Coconut oil.
Wheat germ oil.
Almond oil.

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Almond oil.

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What is an example of a fairly high comedogenic cosmetic ingredient? :

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Coconut oil.

30
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Ingredient used to thicken creams.

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Carbomer.

31
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Emollients are made of _____ which lie on top of the skin & prevent dehydration by trapping water.

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Lipids.

32
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Lubricant ingredients derived from plant oils or animal fats.

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Fatty acids.

33
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An ancient healing practice using essential oils from plants to promote health and well-being.

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Aromatherapy.

34
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A fatty acid used to lubricate & keep other substances on the skin.

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Emollient.

35
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Does not affect the appearance of the skin, but is necessary for product formulation.

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Functional ingredient.

36
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What ingredient is beneficial for ALL skin types?

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Aloe vera.

37
Q

What ingredient is a melanin suppressant used to treat hyperpigmentation?

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Kojic acid.

38
Q

What ingredient is antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, & has anti-aging properties.

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Green tea.

39
Q

Which ingredient is safest for dry skin? :
Licorice.
Mineral oil.
Salicylic acid.
Chamomile.

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Chamomile.

40
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Someone who has sensitive skin would likely benefit from?

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Azulene.

41
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Which of the following is NOT a universal ingredient for all skin types? :
Minerals.
Emollients.
Antioxidants.
Vitamins.

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Emollients.

42
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Combination skin will benefit from all of the following except:
Oil-balancing ingredients.
Ceramides.
Humectants.
Emollients.

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Ceramides

43
Q

Dry skin will NOT likely react well to ingredients which contain…

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Hydroxy Acids.

44
Q

The goal of treatment of dehydrated skin is to…

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Prevent TEWL.

45
Q

Hydroxy acids, humectants, & clarifying ingredients are all used to treat…

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Oily skin.

46
Q

Which type of skin would NOT be typically treated with topical probiotics?

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Dehydrated skin.

47
Q

Dryness, dehydration, inflammation, & hyperpigmentation are consistent with…

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Aging skin.

48
Q

Vitamin C is an ingredient which will particularly help…

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Mature skin.

49
Q

Retinoids are NOT used as treatment for :
Combination skin.
Aging skin.
Hyperpigmentation.
Acne.

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Combination skin.

50
Q

Which of the following is not a benefit of using an exfoliant? :
It stimulates blood flow & circulation.
It dissolves makeup & dirt to keep pores clean.
It makes makeup application smoother & more even.
It improves the skins ability to retain moisture & lipids.

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It dissolves makeup & dirt to keep pores clean.

51
Q

Which of the following is a benefit of using a mask? :
It firms & strengthens the skin.
It hydrates, nourishes, & soothes the skin.
It reduces lines & premature aging of the skin.

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It hydrates, nourishes, & soothes the skin.

52
Q

A water-based liquid that helps remove excess oil from the skin.

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Astringent.

53
Q

What is a benefit of using a toner?

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It removes residue left behind by cleansers or other products.

54
Q

What type of cleanser is made up of microscopic oil molecules called micelles?

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Cleansing waters.

55
Q

What type of cleanser is frequently used by actors to remove heavy makeup?

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Cleansing creams.

56
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What are generally the most popular type of cleanser?

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Cleansing gels.

57
Q

Fresheners & astringents are types of…

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Toners.

58
Q

What is a type of toner formulated especially for oily or acne-prone skin ?

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Astringents.

59
Q

One example of an ingredient in a mechanical exfoliant is:
Almond meal.
Papaya.
Gommage.
Hydroxy acids.

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Almond meal.

60
Q

What is an example of an ingredient in an enzyme exfoliant? :
Hydroxy acids.
Retinol.
Jojoba beads.
Papaya.

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Papaya.

61
Q

Another term for “roll-off mask” is…

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Gommage.

62
Q

One example of a non-setting mask is a :
Sheet mask.
Clay mask.
Modelage mask.
Alginate mask.

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Sheet mask.

63
Q

A client who suffers from claustrophobia should not be treated with :
Sheet mask.
Paraffin wax mask.
Modelage mask.
Alginate mask.

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Modelage mask.

64
Q

When massaging a client with dry & mature skin, which product is best ?

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Massage cream.

64
Q

What product attracts water to the skin but is typically oil-free?

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Hydrators.

64
Q

Serums are essentially the same product as…

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Ampoules.

65
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What SPF blocks the highest amount of UVB rays without generally containing high amounts of chemical sunscreen ingredients?

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SPF 50.

66
Q

What treatment has the MOST effective results overall?

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Home care treatments.

67
Q

When educating a client about a product, an esthetician should always…

A

Keep it short & to the point.

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