Smart Science Application Options Quiz

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What does the Corneometer measure?

Amount of water leaving the skin

Moisture content of the upper stratum corneum (correct)

Trans Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL)

Diffusion of water through the stratum corneum to the skin surface

Which device is used to measure the amount of water leaving the skin?

Corneometer

AquaFlux (correct)

Condenser Sensor

Moisturisation TEWL g/m2/hr

What does a high TEWL indicate?

Disrupted barrier (correct)

Moisture content of the upper stratum corneum

Stronger barrier

Diffusion of water through the stratum corneum

Which equipment can be used for skin imaging?

Skin Gloss Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of AquaFlux?

To measure the amount of water leaving the skin Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of measuring TEWL?

Evaluating skin barrier function Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the Sebutape skin indicator?

To visualize excess oils and residue on the skin surface Signup and view all the answers

Which skin imaging device allows analysis of skin surface parameters like pores and wrinkles?

Canfield VISIA CR2.2 Signup and view all the answers

What is measured by the Corneometer?

Moisturization levels of the skin Signup and view all the answers

Which method is used for measuring water leaving the skin?

AquaFlux Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Skin gloss meter?

To reflect light from the skin's surface at the same angle Signup and view all the answers

In a blind preference test, what proportion of panellists indicated visibly smoother skin after treatment with the formulation containing 0.5% active product?

Over 72% Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the Corneometer for measuring moisturization?

To measure the moisture content in the skin Signup and view all the answers

How does the AquaFlux measure water leaving the skin?

By quantifying Trans Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of using a USB microscope for skin surface imaging?

To visualize the very top layer of the skin Signup and view all the answers

Which component of skin sebum helps prevent skin from drying out?

Wax esters Signup and view all the answers

What does SquameScan 850A provide information on?

If a product dries the skin with its continued use Signup and view all the answers

What does the Skin type µg of fatty acids/Sebutape/ 30 min measurement primarily indicate?

Sebum production rate Signup and view all the answers