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?

    <p>To cleanse hair through foam effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Balm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a serum cosmetic product?

    <p>To deliver active ingredients deeply into the skin</p> 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?

    <p>To increase the profit margin</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Body mist</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

    Which of the following is NOT a cosmetic product form?

    <p>Vitamin</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To ensure products meet safety regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Rose, aloe, olive oil, and almond oil</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Both A and B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What ingredients did the Chinese use to stain their fingernails?

    <p>Gum arabic, gelatin, beeswax, and egg</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The definition and characteristics of cosmetics change over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of cosmetics?

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

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