SKIN HEALTH 106.2

Question 1

Smoking and alcohol are examples of what type of aging?

Answer 1

Extrinsic aging

Question 2

Which of the following is the number one factor in extrinsic aging?

Answer 2

Amount of sun exposure

Question 3

Eighty percent of facial aging is caused by cumulative UV exposure referred to as:

Answer 3

Photoaging

Question 4

Smoking is known to cause:

Answer 4

Increased wrinkling

Question 5

Which extrinsic factor causes damage to the skin by inducting oxidative stress that results in free-radical damage?

Answer 5

Pollutants

Question 6

What is the term that refers to factors that are influenced by genetics and hormones?

Answer 6

Intrinsic aging

Question 7

Plant molecules that mimic estrogen in the body, such as soybeans, are called:

Answer 7

Phytoestrogens

Question 8

Which of the following imbalance effects on the skin is caused by testosterone?

Answer 8

Increased facial hair

Question 9

Carbonated drinks cause your skin to age prematurely because of chemicals called:

Answer 9

Phosphates

Question 10

All of the following are possible signs of decreased estrogen levels in the body EXCEPT?

Answer 10

Decreased sensitivity

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a lifestyle factor that may affect the skin?

Answer 11

Hormones

Question 12

What lifestyle factor causes a complex chemical response in the body that is mandated by the hypothalamus, pituitary and adrenal glands?

Answer 12

Stress

Question 13

All of the following are biological effects of poor sleep EXCEPT:

Answer 13

Decreased skin discoloration

Question 14

All of the following conditions show signs of sleep deprivation EXCEPT:

Answer 14

Increased cell renewal and repair

Question 15

Large swings in humidity levels affect the amount of water loss in the stratum:

Answer 15

Corneum

Question 16

The vitamin that protects against UV damage and slow signs of aging is:

Answer 16

Vitamin A

Question 17

All of the following are elements of proper skincare that combine to result in healthy, glowing skin EXCEPT:

Answer 17

Excessive exposure to the sun

Question 18

The 5 steps that are recommended daily to ensure healthy skin are cleanse, tone, treat, moisturize and:

Answer 18

Protect

Question 19

When cleansing the skin, choose a product that:

Answer 19

Does not strip the skin of its natural moisturizing factors (NMFs)

Question 20

Which of the following steps would occur first when performing a daily skin care regimen?

Answer 20

Remove makeup

Question 21

Which skin care product helps to cleanse, soothe and smooth the skin while bringing it to normal pH?

Answer 21

Toner

Question 22

Toning the skin should be performed:

Answer 22

Twice daily

Question 23

Which skin care product has a higher concentration of active ingredients than a moisturizer to target concerns like lines, wrinkles, and skin texture?

Answer 23

Serum

Question 24

A clay mask is beneficial for which skin condition?

Answer 24

Oily, acne-prone skin

Question 25

Which skin care product is formulated with active ingredients that support the skin’s natural regeneration processes that happen at night?

Answer 25

Night creams

Question 26

Susan is a client who needs to use a moisturizer to help hydrate and smooth her skin. when should she apply the moisturizer during her daily skin care regimen?

Answer 26

After toner and serum

Question 27

The 2 types of UV (ultraviolet) rays that sunscreen helps to protect skin against are:

Answer 27

UVA and UVB

Question 28

How long before sun exposure should a sunscreen product be applied?

Answer 28

15 minutes

Question 29

All of the following statements identify ways to protect the skin from the sun’s harmful rays EXCEPT:

Answer 29

Apply extra sunscreen on children under 6 months of age

Question 30

Cold environments with low humidity levels require cosmetic formulations that create a barrier on the skin when in prolonged cold exposure. (True or false)

Answer 30

True

Question 31

High altitude requires lower levels of SPF protection daily. (True or False)

Answer 31

False