History and Quality Control in the Cosmetic Industry

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What is the importance of viscosity in formulating cosmetic products?

Providing texture

Improving shelf life (correct)

Enhancing color

Increasing fragrance

Which of the following ingredients can be added to produce a highly viscous cosmetic product?

Carbomer (correct)

Glycerin

Squalane oil

Hyaluronic acid

What is the purpose of adding an ingredient to hold oil and water together in a cosmetic formula?

Improving fragrance

Preventing spoilage

Enhancing color

Ensuring stability (correct)

Why is it important for shampoo to be in the form of a foaming gel?

To cleanse hair through foam effectively Signup and view all the answers

Which cosmetic product form is best suited for deep hydration and nourishment of the skin?

Balm Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a serum cosmetic product?

To deliver active ingredients deeply into the skin Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason why the viscosity and product form is vital in the cosmetic industry?

To increase the profit margin Signup and view all the answers

What type of cosmetic product form would have the lowest viscosity?

Body mist Signup and view all the answers

Why did many women enter beauty salons through the back door?

To maintain privacy and avoid publicly admitting they used cosmetic products Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of understanding viscosity in cosmetic product forms?

To make the product easy to apply, dispense, and meet customer expectations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a cosmetic product form?

Vitamin Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of quality control in the cosmetic industry?

To ensure products meet safety regulations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following natural ingredients were commonly used by Ancient Egyptians in their cosmetics?

Rose, aloe, olive oil, and almond oil Signup and view all the answers

What were the primary purposes of using cosmetics in Ancient Egypt?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following minerals were used by Egyptian women for facial color and definition?

Both A and B Signup and view all the answers

What ingredients did the Chinese use to stain their fingernails?

Gum arabic, gelatin, beeswax, and egg Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the definition and characteristics of cosmetics is true?

The definition and characteristics of cosmetics change over time Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of cosmetics?

To change the body's appearance or alter its odors Signup and view all the answers