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What are botanicals made from?
What is NOT among the components of lipids?
What is NOT something from which healing agents are made?
What is a possible advantage of synthetic ingredients over natural ingredients?
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When is a manufacturer responsible for a client's allergic reaction to a product?
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When is the salon responsible for a client's allergic reaction to a product?
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What is true of organic labeling standards for cosmetics in the United States?
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What is NOT an area requiring approval from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)?
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What term refers to skin-freshening lotions with a low alcohol content?
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What is NOT among the purposes of functional ingredients in cosmetic products?
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What is NOT true of glycerin?
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What term refers to an exfoliating cream that is rubbed off the skin?
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What is grapeseed extract?
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What are hydrators?
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What are alpha hydroxy acids?
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What type of product does NOT sometimes include alcohol?
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What is NOT true of aloe vera?
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Study Notes
Skin Care Products: Chemistry, Ingredients, and Selection
- Botanicals are derived from plants and herbs, emphasizing their natural origins in skincare.
- Lipids consist of various compounds; botanicals are not one of them.
- Healing agents are sourced from natural substances like licorice, aloe, and chamomile, not recycled plastics.
- Synthetic ingredients can lead to fewer allergic reactions compared to natural counterparts.
- Manufacturers are liable for allergic reactions if products are used directly from their packaging.
- Salons hold responsibility for allergic reactions if products are bulk-purchased and repackaged.
- In the U.S., there are no strict organic labeling standards for cosmetics, which can lead to confusion for consumers.
- The FDA does not require approval for cosmetics manufacturing, but safety, labeling, and claims require it.
- Fresheners refer to skin-freshening lotions with low alcohol content, beneficial for skin hydration.
- Functional ingredients are designed for performance, such as spreading and texture, not affordability.
- Glycerin is a strong humectant and excellent skin softener; it does not function as a weak water binder.
- Gommage is a type of exfoliating cream that is rubbed off the skin, providing an effective exfoliation method.
- Grapeseed extract acts as a powerful antioxidant with soothing properties, beneficial in skincare formulations.
- Hydrators are ingredients that attract water to the skin's surface, enhancing skin moisture and health.
- Alpha hydroxy acids are known for their exfoliating properties by loosening bonds between dead skin cells.
- Paraffin masks typically do not contain alcohol, distinguishing them from other skincare products like lotions or astringents.
- Aloe vera is a popular botanical in cosmetics due to its emollient and hydrating qualities, contrary to being the least popular.
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Test your knowledge on skin care products, including their chemistry, ingredients, and selection as outlined in Milady Chapter 13. This flashcard quiz focuses on botanicals, lipids, and various healing agents. Perfect for beauty students and professionals alike.
