Skin care products , chemistry , electricity review

An example of a moderately low comedogenic cosmetic ingredient is

Almond oil

One benefit of using a mask is

it hydrates, nourishes, and soothes the skin

What is an emollient

A water based emulsion for normal and combination skin

What is meant by the term functional ingredient

An ingredient that does not affect the appearance of skin but is necessary for product formulation

What does a toner provide for the skin

It removes residue left behind by cleansers or other products

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

Have a thorough understanding of the chemical formulation of each product

In the United States, the regulation of cosmetics is the purview of _________.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

The two most important laws pertaining to cosmetic sales in the United States are _________.

The Federal Food , Drug and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) and the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act (FPLA)

How are cosmetics legally defined in the United States?

Articles that are intended to affect the appearance of the skin

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

Diagnosis of disease

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

What is true of gluten-free cosmetics?

They are not regulated as such by the FDA

What is true of unscented products?

They contain ingredients which mask the odors of other ingredients

What is NOT ideal for combination skin?

ceramides

What is not an ideal treatment for dry skin?

Hydroxy acids

What are hydroxy acids, humectants, and clarifying ingredients all used to treat?

Oily skin

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

Aging skin

What condition is NOT treated with retinoids?

Combination skin

Microscopic oil molecules called micelles are used in _________.

Cleansing waters

The most popular type of cleaners are ___________.

Cleansing waters

What is another term for roll-off mask?

Gommage

What type of mask should not be applied to the lower neck?

Modelage mask

Clients with dry and mature skin should be massaged with _________.

Massage cream

The level of SPF that blocks the highest amount of UVB rays but does NOT contain high amounts of chemical sunscreen ingredients is _________.

SPF 50

Of all skin-care treatments, the single most effective is _________.

Home care treatments

What statement about the sales of retail products is FALSE?

Retailing is not an important part of an esthetician's job

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

Follow up with a client within a week of the appointment

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

100 percent

A client who would likely benefit the most from electro therapy would be

A retired woman who has spent her entire life in a tropical climate

Electrotherapy should never be used on a client who has _________.

Epilepsy

What is true of UV lamps in towel warmers?

They are not effective for disinfection

The temperature of a hot towel should be tested________.

On the estheticians wrist

estheticians are protected from blood borne illness by the use of

Gloves

The device also known as a loupe is _________.

Magnifying lamp

What magnification is the equivalent of 5 diopters?

50x magnification

When buying a magnifying lamp, an esthetician might have second thoughts about purchasing

a lamp with a lens that distorts the image around the edges

How does oily skin appear under a Wood's lamp?

orange

The main purpose of a rotary brush is _________.

Light exfoliation

The rotary brush should be used on in each area of the face

Up to 3 passes

Always refill a steamer with _________.

distilled water

What client would benefit the most from a vacuum machine?

a client with sluggish circulation

When using a vacuum machine, it is usually enough to make

3-5 passes

chemical desincrustation and and iconic iontophoresis is created by a

galvanic machine

a clients mouth might have a metallic taste after treatment with a

galvanic machine

extensive acne and problematic skin would benefit the most from

a large mushroom

How often should material buildup in the sprayer should be cleaned?

Monthly

What is true of the effects of a warm paraffin mask?

The effects are immediate but not long lasting

electric mitts and boots perform the important function of

helping with product absorption

electric boots should be warmed before use for about

10 minutes

What should estheticians know about manufacturer's claims about their products?

They should be checked by researching clinical studies

Everything you can touch and everything you can see is matter EXCEPT

Light and electricity

How many elements are known to science today?

118

Of all the elements known to science today, how many occur naturally on Earth?

98

Which of the following is an example of a chemical change?

Exposed metal rusting

Which of the following is TRUE of all liquids?

They are either miscible or immiscible

When immiscible liquids are combined, they form ______.

suspensions

Which of the following is TRUE of solutions?

They are stable mixtures

Which of the following were the first surfactants?

soaps

pH is an abbreviation of ______.

potential hydrogen

All acids owe their chemical reactivity to ______.

hydrogen ion

For which of the following purposes would acids most likely be used?

the exfoliate the skin

The magnifying lamp should be used

during extractions

What does an oxidizing agent do?

releases oxygen

Which of the following is TRUE of products that are incompatible?

no two should be stored next to each other

Why should ammonia never be mixed with bleach?

It creates a potentially deadly gas

When mixing chemicals, one should ______.

use a measuring device, such as a measuring cup or spoon

An SDS is formatted into ______ categories.

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Abner is opening a beauty business. He knows that his course in chemistry will help him to run a better business because

every product he uses in his establishment will contain some type of chemical

Darren has just opened his high-end business. When his first customer enters his establishment and asks if Darren's retail products are chemical free, what should his response be?

"No" because there is no such thing as a chemical free product

Jennifer is using a new soothing oil on her clients during services. The problem Jennifer is running into, however, is that when the mixture is left to sit for more than five minutes, its components separate. Which of the following could Jennifer add to her mixture to solve this problem?

an emulsifier

Terry experienced no harsh reactions herself to the chemicals she was using on her clients during the first six months of owning and managing her business. Since about that six-month anniversary, however, she has battled continuous skin allergies as well as difficulty breathing. Which of the following BEST explains this?

the overexposure principle

If you were to leave the freezer open all night, all of the ice will melt. This is a result of ______.

an endothermic reaction

Why is Maggie MOST LIKELY confident she'll be made aware of any hazards associated with the products she works with and sells in her businesses?

Because the products are registered with the EPA

Linda's manager told her to use caution when unloading the supply truck on Tuesday mornings. "Make sure to pay attention to certain products and chemicals that are incompatible," he said. What should Linda make sure she does with these types of products?

Store them away from each other

Genevieve is fresh out of beauty school and anxious to open her own business. In gathering research and pricing out products for her shop, she is contacted by a salesperson of massage oils. He tells her his products are all chemical free, and she should pay the extra cost to offer them to her clients. Which of the following would be the BEST reason for Genevieve to decide against buying this salesperson's massage oils?

Because there is no such thing as a chemical-free product , this sales person should not be trusted

You are the owner of a high-end establishment. Your best beauty pro, Niles, has confessed that the massage oils the employees have been using without incident for many months are now starting to give them terrible rashes and sneezing fits. Which of the following do you use to explain to Niles what has happened?

The overexposure principle

Which of the following BEST differentiates between direct current and alternating current?

Direct current flows in one direction , whereas alternation current flows back and fourth

Which of the following is an example of an electrical safety device that you may encounter when working in a salon , spa or barber shop

A circuit breaker

Which of the following is an electrical safety device that is designed to prevent excessive current from passing through a circuit by blowing out or melting when a wire becomes too hot from overloading the circuit with too much current?

A fuse

The third circular electrical connection on a three-prong plug is called a ______.

Grounding pin

In which of the following locations would a GFI MOST likely be required?

bathroom

In order to practice good electrical safety, ALWAYS ______.

disconnect appliances when they are not in use

The use of electrical currents to treat the skin is called ______.

electrotherapy

Which of the following is TRUE of the poles of an electric current?

They are either positive or negative

Which of the following reactions can be expected when using cataphoresis?

A closing of pores

Which of the following is Tesla high-frequency current used for?

Improving germicidal action

Which of the following types of energy is most likely associated with nuclear power plants?

Gamma rays

Which percentage of natural sunlight is visible, making up the visible spectrum of light?

35%

Which of the following is TRUE of ultraviolet light?

it is invisible

Which type of light prompts the skin to produce beneficial vitamin D?

Ultraviolet

Cornelius is opening a beauty business. He will need to have a thorough understanding of electricity for all EXCEPT which of the following reasons?

Cornelius will need to be able to quickly repair electrical devices when they malfunction

Alycia notices a prior employee tried to repair a crack in the power cord on an electrical device with an insulator. Which of the following may have been used as an insulator?

Heavy rubber tape

Julie relies on a constant, even flow of electricity that is produced by chemical means for the wireless tools she uses in her daily work. What is Julie looking for?

A direct current

Jamil plugged an electrical device into the outlet on the wall and it immediately started to spark. Jamil, very startled, wasn't sure what to do. What should Jamil do?

Unplug the device immediately and use another until that one can be repaired