102E.08 - 09 Cosmetic Ingredients

Mixtures of two or more kinds of molecules, having a tendency to separate when left standing, are known as:

Solutions

Which government agency is responsible for regulating cosmetics in the U.S.?

FDA

Eye gel, serum and neck cream are examples of products used to:

Treat

(T/F)Water (H2O) aqueous is a functional ingredient that is listed first on product labels due to weight concentration.

True

When a solution can't take or dissolve more of the solute than it already holds at a given temperature, it is referred to as being a:

Saturated solution

Which delivery system requires friction to release the performance ingredients?

Microcapusules

Which of the following functional ingredients cause water to be held onto the skin?

Humectant

Joan has a client with sensitive skin, which of the following masks would help calm and soothe her client’s skin?

Gel mask

All of the following are benefits that may be derived from botanicals EXCEPT:

a.

conditioning effects

b.

antibacterial effects

c.

reduces inflammation

d.

increases melanocyte reaction

Increases melanocytes reaction

What is the difference between the delivery system of liposomes and hydrogels?

liposomes deliver lipophilic ingredients and hydrogels deliver hydrophilic ingredients

Acids or bases used to alter the desired product pH level are called:

Ph adjustors

SPF testing is based on which type of UV rays?

UVB

Which cosmetic ingredient helps to prevent moisture loss?

Emollient

Ingredients such as oxybenzone, avobenzone and octinoxate are included in which type of sunscreen?

Chemical

Products that can be sold directly to a consumer without a prescription from a healthcare professional are known as?

Over-the-counter-drugs

Which type of toner has the lowest percentage of alcohol content?

Freshener

t/f

Functional ingredients are responsible for producing the desired effect.

False

Ingredients that destroy bacteria that cause problems such as acne or other infections are known as:

Antibacterial

Which of the following masks is frequently used for hand and facial treatments?

Paraffin masks

How are ingredients listed on a product label?

descending order by weight concentration

Which of the following are vegetable, mineral or pigmentdyes that are added to products to enhance their appearance?

coloring agents

A substance that is able to dissolve another substance is called a(n):

Solvent

Mixtures of organic substances and a medicinal agent are:

Ointments

Examples of non-comedogenic ingredients include all of the following EXCEPT:

a.

vitamins

b.

enzymes

c.

color additives

d.

water-soluble

Color additives

What is the number one cause of skin cancer and premature aging?

Sun exposure

Which type of UV ray is longer penetrating and causes collagen breakdown?

UVA

All of the following statements about emollients are true EXCEPT:

Question 3Select one:

a.

they are used to condition and soften the skin

b.

they can be occlusive on the skin

c.

they are found in concentrations ranging between 20% and 30%

d.

they help the skin maintain its natural hydration by sealing moisture in the skin

they are found in concentrations ranging between 20% and 30%

Which of the following terms means the product is less likelyto provoke an allergic reaction?

Hypoallergenic

A substance such as an enzyme or alpha hydroxy acid, that works in conjunction with other ingredients to remove dead skin cells is a(an):

Question 6Select one:

a.

massage cream

b.

cleansing lotion

c.

chemical exfoliant

d.

mechanical exfoliant

Chemical exfoliation

Liposomes, microsponges and hydrogels all fall under what delivery system?

Microcapsulation delivery system

Factors to consider when choosing ingredients include all of the following reasons EXCEPT:

Question 11Select one:

a.

market trends

b.

product properties

c.

technological advancements

d.

cosmetic formulators opinion

Cosmetic formulators opinion

Functional ingredients used to remove oil and/or dirt and are also known as a cleansing agent are called:

Surfactants

How does the patch delivery system administer performance ingredients?

Saturated liner

Which ingredient provides product quality and protection, is active against bacteria and enhances the product's longevity?

Preservatives

What type of mask seals the skin, locking in moistureand creating a firm, taut feeling after removal?

Peel off ask

What is formed when two or more non-mixable substances are united with the help of a binder?

Emulsion

All of the following statements about brighteners aretrue EXCEPT:

Question 18Select one:

a.

they are a naturally derived ingredient

b.

they slow the production of hyperpigmentation

c.

they are used to brighten areas ofhyperpigmentation

d.

they increase the production of hyperpigmentation

d.

they increase the production of hyperpigmentation

Ingredients that help hold the product together, provide a base and contain a preservative system are called:

Functional

Examples of physical sunscreen include:

titanium dioxide and zinc oxide

Which of the following ingredients are likely to block or clog the pores and contribute to papules and pustules?

Comedogenic

Sunscreen that protects against both UVA and UVB is considered

Broad-spectrum

Which ingredient listed below is compatible with bothwater and oil?

Emulsifying agent

Masks with the primary purpose of absorbing excess oil, tightening and refining the pores and aiding in preventing clogging are:

Clay/mud mask

Due to weight concentration, what ingredient is often listed first on a cosmetic product label?

Water