How Your Skin Works
Skin Types
Washing Face
Acne
Sun Protection
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How many layers does your skin have?
3 Layers
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What is one common skin care type? (Note: This is different from skin color.)
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What will happen if I don't wash my face?
Washing your face removes the buildup of dirt, remove dead skill, and washes away other pollutants that might have accumulated on your skin during the day (such as makeup).
If you don't wash your face, you may develop skin irritation, blockages, or other difficulties.
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What is acne?
Acne is another word for pimples. It can be formed by built-up dead skin cells, sebum, and bacteria.
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Why is sun protection important?
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., and nearly 20 Americans die from melanoma — the deadliest form of skin cancer — every day.
The sun can damage your skin, leading to early signs of aging.
Certain skin medications and supplements, such as for acne, can make your skin extra sensitive to the sun -- you may burn more easily.
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What are the three main functions of the skin?
-Prot...
-Regu...
-Sen...
Protecting
Regulating
Sensing
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Why would knowing our skin type be important when caring for our skin?
Knowing your skin type will help your create your skin care routine.
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I have oily skin. It is frequently shiny, and I can sweat a lot. How often should I wash my face?
A: Twice per day
B: Once per day
C: Every-other day
A: Twice per day
For people with oily skin, it is important to wash your face twice per day to remove accumulated sebum.
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True or False: Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States.
True! Acne can affect upwards of 50 million Americans annually.
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Do all sunglasses include built-in sun protection?
-Yes
-No
-No! Not all sunglasses contain sun protection, also called "UV" protection.
Making sure your sunglasses have built-in UV protection can help protect your vision and your skin.
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What is sebum?
A: An oily substance secreted by the skin
B: A fancy sunblock
C: A type of bacteria
A: An oily substance secreted by the skin
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What is the "T-Zone"?
A: A intersection in the road
B: A common oily area of the face, covering the forehead, nose, and chin.
C: Wrinkle lines on your forehead
B: A common oily area of the face, covering the forehead, nose, and chin.
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I've washed my face, and now it is time to dry. How should I dry my face?
A: Using a coarse towel, rub your face clean.
B: Pat your face dry with a soft towel.
C: Apply an alcohol-based product such as cologne to help it dry faster and smell good.
B: Pat your face dry with a soft towel.
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How can I best treat acne?
A: Pop my pimples
B: Utilize preventative skin care routines, such as washing my face with an oil-free cleanser, alongside acne treatment
C: Apply raw egg whites to my face in the morning and at night
B: Utilize preventative skin care routines, such as washing my face with an oil-free cleanser, alongside acne treatment
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What should I apply before going out in the sun?
A: Sunscreen with SPF 10 or lower
B: Sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher
C: Nothing
B: Sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher
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Where do bacteria and fungi thrive in the skin?
1: In the sebum and wettest parts (e.g., armpits)
2: Skin doesn’t have bacteria or fungi
3: The driest parts
1: In the sebum and wettest parts (e.g., armpits)
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I have dry skin. Which of these would be a healthy habit for me for me?
A: Use really hot water when showering
B: Wash my face 3-4 times per day
C: Apply a non-comedogenic (won't clog pores) moisturizer after washing my face and applying other products
C: Apply a non-comedogenic (won't clog pores) moisturizer after washing my face and applying other products
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I have dry skin.
Which type of cleanser and frequency of washing would be best for me to use?
A: A gentle or creamy cleanser once per day
B: Cocoa butter left on throughout the day
C: A cleanser containing acid to exfoliate my skin 2-3 times per day
A: A gentle or creamy cleanser once per day
For dry skin, you want to maintain moisture. Use a gentle or creamy cleanser that does not remove skin moisture. You may also want to use a moisturizer after washing your face.
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Which of these three statements is true?
A: Acne will eventually go away on its own.
B: Washing your hair can help acne from worsening.
C: Overnight or "instant" acne treatments are generally reliable.
B: Washing your hair can help acne from worsening.
Oil in your hair that touches your face throughout the day can contribute to acne, and this can be especially true if you have oily hair.
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How often should I reapply my sunscreen?
A: Once per day
B: Once every two hours
C: Once every 30 minutes
B: Once every two hours
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What happens to the dead skill cells your body sheds?
It contributes to dust and can feed some microorganisms such as dust mites
Extra tip: Dust mites thrive in mattresses and can be a common allergen. We live in the dust mite capital of the world!
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I have oily skin. Which of these would be a healthy routine for me to incorporate into my day?
A: Scrub and exfoliate my skin at least 2xs/day with a coarse towel
B: Wash my face in the morning, evening, and after exercise with a gentle, foaming face wash.
C: Massage my face throughout the day to increase blood flow
B: Wash my face in the morning, evening, and after exercise with a gentle, foaming face wash.
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What temperature should my water be when washing my face?
A: Hot -- you want it to melt the dirt off
B: Lukewarm -- Feels just slightly warmer than room temperature
C: Cold -- Like taking a dip in the ocean
B: Lukewarm -- Feels just slightly warmer than room temperature
Water that is too hot or too cold can irritate the skin.
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I have a deep, painful pimple. Which of these would be a healthy skin care practice?
A: Apply toothpaste on the pimple
B: When it forms a whitehead, apply a warm compress (wet towel) for ~10 minutes 3-4 times a day
C: Pop it
B: When it forms a whitehead, apply a warm compress (wet towel) for ~10 minutes 3-4 times a day
Applying a warm compress with help improve blood flow to the area and speed healing. Additionally, using an acne medication that contains benzoyl peroxide can help kill the acne bacteria.
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Which of these offers the most sun protection?
-A: Long-sleeve shirts in dark or bright colors with a thick weave
-B: Thin, loose short-sleeved shirts
-C: It doesn't matter what clothing I wear
A: Long-sleeve shirts in dark or bright colors with a thick weave
Reason: You want to cover as much skin as possible. Darker colors and a thicker fabric will absorb more light. Lighter colors, such as white, may reflect more light.
