Skin care products :)

One example of a fairly high comedogenic ingredient is

Coconut oil

Ingredients must be listed on cosmetic labels

In descending order of predominance

One benefit of using a mask is _________.

it hydrates, nourishes, and soothes the skin

What are fatty acids?

lubricant ingredients derived from plant oils or animal fats

An astringent is _________.

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

What is the definition of aromatherapy?

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

What is necessary for all skin care professionals who work with products ?

Have a through understanding of the chemical formulation of each product

How are cosmetics legally defined in the United States?

Articles that are intended to affect the appearance of the skin

According to the legal definitions of cosmetics and of drugs, _________.

Products may be regulated as both drugs and cosmetics

What are cosmeceuticals?

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

Federal regulations requires the labeling of cosmetics to do all of the following EXCEPT _________.

List the ingredients of a fragrance

What is the intention of the International Nomenclature Cosmetic Ingredient (INCI)?

Allow consumers to compare names of ingredients

A rule of thumb about the difference between irritant reactions and allergic reactions is that _________.

Irritants burn , allergens itch

What is true of a product that has a label that indicates all-natural ingredients?

It is using a term of marketing , not federal regulation

Cruelty-free cosmetics indicate the products _________.

Are not tested on animals

What term does not refer to a cosmetic ingredient or product that may be less likely to cause allergic reactions?

Noncomedogenic

What type of product will most likely make blackheads worse?

Comedogenic

What ingredient is beneficial for ALL skin types?

Vitamin A

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

Azulene

What is NOT ideal for combination skin?

ceramides

What is the goal of treatment for dehydrated skin?

To prevent TEWL

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

Aging skin

What condition is NOT treated with retinoids?

Combination skin

Stage performers remove their heavy makeup with _________.

cleansing creams

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

astringents

One example of an ingredient in a mechanical exfoliant is _________.

Rice bran

Which of the following is considered a nonsetting mask?

Sheet mask

Ampoules are essentially the same product as

serums

What statement about the sales of retail products is FALSE?

Retailing is not an important part of an estheticians job

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

keep it short and to the point

Products sold by estheticians_________________.

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

What is the best advice for an esthetician who wants to build trust over the long-term with a new client?

Follow up with a clients within a week of the appointment

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

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

The usual markup of products from wholesale to retail is _________.

100 percent

How is the actual monetary value of a product BEST determined?

Breaking the purchase price done into weekly budget