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Cosmetic Ingredients: Absorbents and Binders

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What is the primary function of absorbents in facial powders?

To provide color to the formulation
To absorb excess oil from the skin and improve aesthetics (correct)
To act as a preservative in the product
To provide a fragrance to the finished product

Which of the following is NOT a type of binder used in facial powders?

Mineral oil
Starch
Zinc
Glycerin (correct)

What is the purpose of using treated or coated pigments in facial powders?

To reduce the cost of production
To create a stronger color
To improve pigment dispersion and formula stability (correct)
To add a fragrance to the product

Which of the following is used as a preservative in facial powders?

Phenoxyethanol (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using antioxidants in facial powders?

To protect ingredients from degradation and rancidity (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is used as a sunscreen agent in facial powders?

Titanium dioxide (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of talc in facial makeup products?

To provide a base for pigments and contribute to the slip and consistency of powders (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of BB Creams and CC Creams?

Artificial appearance (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the abbreviation 'CC' commonly known to stand for in the context of facial creams?

Color Correction (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of using a BB Cream or CC Cream that contains antioxidants?

It helps protect the skin from environmental stressors (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a good fragrance in facial makeup products?

It has a pleasant, neutral odor (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a preservative in facial makeup products?

To extend the shelf life of the product (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main ingredient causing safety concerns regarding facial makeup products?

Talc (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the highest level of purity for talc used in cosmetics?

Cosmetic grade (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is asbestos considered a major impurity in talc?

It is a known carcinogen (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using bottles with pump heads for liquid foundations?

Reduces the chance of microbial contamination (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is not a common method of applying liquid foundations?

Tissues (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is not mentioned as a type of packaging for facial makeup products?

Cans (B) Signup and view all the answers