Skin Care Products: Fatted Bar Soaps and Astringents/Toners

Which type of skin cleansers are mineral oil, petroleum jelly, vegetable oils, and esters used as?

Non-drying skin cleansers

What is a disadvantage of mineral oil, petroleum jelly, vegetable oils, and esters as skin cleaners?

Cosmetic and esthetic characteristics

Which category of products are characterized by being generally not rinsible and greasy?

Cold creams

What distinguishes cosmetic milks from moisturizing lotions?

Higher water content in the water phase Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cleaner and emulsifier often found in cosmetic milks?

(Triethanolamine) TEA/fatty acid soap Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of super fatted bar soaps?

To provide deep cleansing with minimal skin residue Signup and view all the answers

Which type of emulsion creams are cold creams classified as?

Water-in-oil (W/O) Signup and view all the answers

Why do astringents and toners contain small amounts of emollients or humectants?

To decrease their defatting effect on the skin Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes minimally fatted bar soaps from super fatted ones?

They may be irritant when used excessively Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes particulate scrubs in terms of formulation?

They include polyethylene particles for exfoliation Signup and view all the answers

Why do formulations of bar soaps vary in the amount of fatty acids or moisturizing materials?

To decrease skin irritation Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic determines whether an astringent or toner is suitable for sensitive or oily skin?

The level of alcohol content Signup and view all the answers

What are the performance characteristics of facial moisturizer creams?

High levels of occlusive and humectants Signup and view all the answers

Which is a key esthetic feature of facial moisturizer creams?

Matte finish Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of skin cleaners?

Removing makeup, grime, and oil from the face Signup and view all the answers

How do facial moisturizer creams differ from lotions?

Formulated with lighter emollients Signup and view all the answers

Which segment of the skin-care market do skin cleaners represent?

Cleansers Signup and view all the answers

What are additives like volatile silicones added to facial moisturizer creams for?

To improve rub-in and provide a non-greasy after feel Signup and view all the answers