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Freshmen Ingredients Study Guide Flashcards

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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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F

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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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F

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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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T of F: Moisturizers are formulated with humectants that attract water to the skin

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F

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T of F: Oil-free, light lotions that will not clog pores are available for oily skin

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T of F: With sunscreen, doubling the SPF from 15 to 30 doubles the protection

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F

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T of F: Most self tanners offer sunscreen protection

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T of F: Retailing products is solely about making sales

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F

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T of F: Knowing the daily skin care steps for maintaining healthy skin is necessary in making product recommendations

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What umbrella term are botanicals often categorized under?

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Natural ingredients

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What term refers to the process of removing colors, odors, or other naturally occurring compounds from the plant’s extract?

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Refining

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What is the most historically common extraction method of plant material?

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Infusion

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What method of extraction results in fixed oils of the purest quality and therapeutic strength?

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Expeller-pressing

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35
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What is an example of commonly-used solvent extract?

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Propylene glycol

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36
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What part of the aloe plant is extracted?

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Leaves

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37
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What is a property of marigold extract?

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Astringent

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38
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What term refers to the therapeutic use of essential oils?

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Aromatherapy

39
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What is an example of a plant that cannot be distilled and must be solvent-extracted?

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Jasmine

40
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What activates the limbic system?

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Odor

41
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What is believed to be the most popular use of aromatherapy products?

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Stress relief

42
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What essential oil is often used to reduce congestion from the common cold?

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Eucalyptus

43
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What term refers to how multiple parts act as a cooperative whole?

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Synergy

44
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What essential oil has influential amounts of sesquiterpene hydrocarbons?

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German chamomile

45
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What is a property of aldehydes?

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Sedative

46
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What is a property of lactones?

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Mucolytic

47
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What essential oil contains influential amounts of phenol?

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Oregano

48
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What should you do when using essential oils?

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Have pregnant clients get clearance from their physician before use

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What process involves adding natural or synthetic compounds, or cheaper but similar oils, to “stretch” an amount of oil?

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Adulteration

50
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What term means that no synthetic ingredients are added to the essential oil?

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Natural

51
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What is a healing property of chamomile oil?

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Soothing

52
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What is the main component of grapefruit oil?

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Monoterpene hydrocarbons

53
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What essential oil is used to balance the central nervous system?

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Lavender

54
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What is NOT a healing property of sandalwood oil?

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Euphoric

55
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What application of essential oils is only used for medical purposes?

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Suppository

56
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How are essential oils measured when preparing a basic blend?

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Drops

57
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What essential oil can be used at 100% strength?

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Coconut oil

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What is the most basic dilution amount for essential oils when used topically?

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0.5% to 1% blend

59
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How many drops equal one milliliter?

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About 20

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How many essential oils are typically used when creating a blend?

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3 to 10

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What are the three basic components of a cream?

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Water, oil, and emulsifier

62
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When these essential oils are used to create a cellulite/detox blend, what should you use the least of?

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Cyprus

63
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What type of consultation reviews all of the possible causes affecting the skin?

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Holistic

64
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What is NOT something you should do when using essential oils?

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Diagnose a medical condition and prescribe them as a treatment

65
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What is NOT a characteristic of mineral oil?

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Preservatives must be added to keep it fresh and potent over time

66
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What is a characteristic of fatty alcohols?

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Wax-like consistency

67
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What are the main types of surfactants used in skin-cleansing products?

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Detergents

68
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What type of color agent is zinc oxide?

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Exempt color

69
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What are AHAs and BHAs commonly used as?

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Exfoliants

70
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What term refers to ingredients designed to dissolve keratin proteins on the surface of the skin to make it softer and smoother?

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Enzymes

71
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What is NOT a function of antioxidants?

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Promoting the development of free radicals

72
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What is an example of an inorganic physical sunscreen?

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Titanium dioxide

73
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How must ingredients be listed on cosmetic labels?

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Descending order of predominance

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How must products be stored to make them last longer?

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In dark containers in cooler temperatures

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What term refers to closed-lipid bilayer spheres that encapsulate ingredients, targeting their delivery to specific tissues of the skin?

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Liposomes

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What substance is an inorganic salt used as a buffering agent, neutralizer, and pH adjuster?

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Sodium bicarbonate

77
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What is NOT a property of urea?

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Acts as a sunscreen

78
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What is a primary benefit of carrot?

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Antioxidant

79
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What is licorice used for?

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Treating sensitive skin

80
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What ingredient cools skin, constricts capillaries, has refreshing properties, and contains menthe?

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Peppermint

81
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What is an example of an essential oil that is used as an astringent?

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Orange

82
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What is the primary property of eucalyptus?

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Stiumulating

83
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What is an example of a plant that has healing properties?

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Chamomile

84
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What is NOT a benefit of honey?

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Soothing

85
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What is an example of mildly comedogenic cosmetic ingredient?

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Lanolin

86
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What is an example of a noncomedogenic cosmetic ingredient?

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Petrolatum

87
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What is NOT an example of an ingredient recommended for use on mature skin and rosacea?

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Rosemary Oil

88
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What statement about skin cleansers is true?

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They may contain ingredients to counteract various skin problems

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What term refers to a detergent-type foaming cleanser with neutral or slightly acidic pH?

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Cleansing gel

90
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What do paraffin masks do?

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Plump and soften the skin

91
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How often should moisturizers be used?

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Twice a day

92
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How often should clients exfoliate at home?

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Once or twice a week

93
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Silicones

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Groups of oils that are chemically combined with silicone and oxygen and leave a noncomedogenic protective film on the surface of the skin

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Fatty Acids

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Lubricant ingredients derived from plant oils or animal fats

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