This type of radiation causes aging and penetrates glass.
What is UVA
These ingredients soften and smooth the skin.
What are emolients?
There are two types of exfoliation: physical and this type.
What is chemical ?
This organization regulates cosmetics in the U.S.
What is the FDA?
This product restores pH and prepares the skin for treatment.
What is toner?
Name one active ingredient used for UVA protection.
What is zinc oxide, titanium dioxide or avobenzone?
These ingredients attract water to the skin.
What are humectants and hydrators?
These ingredients dissolve keratin proteins
What are enzymes?
These color additives do not require FDA certification.
What are inorganic or mineral pigments?
Retinol is derived from this vitamin.
What is vitamin A?
This term describes water loss through the epidermis.
What is Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL) ?
These ingredients provide slip and reduce TEWL.
What are silicones?
This acid is derived from sugarcane
What is glycolic acid?
This reaction happens immediately and does not involve the immune system.
What is an irritant reaction?
This vitamin is not an antioxidant in skincare
What is vitamin D?
These sunscreens are inorganic and sit on top of the skin.
What are physical or mineral sunscreens?
These ingredients thicken and stabilize formulations.
What are carbomers?
Mandelic acid is derived from this source
What are bitter almonds.
This test helps prevent adverse reactions before treatments.
What is a patch test?
These ingredients suppress melanin production.
What are kojic acid, arbutin, vitamin C, licorice, or niacinamide?
SPF 30 blocks approximately this percentage of UVB rays.
What is about 97%
This petroleum-derived ingredient is highly refined and non-comedogenic.
What is mineral oil?
This oil-soluble acid is best for acne-prone skin.
What is salicylic acid BHA?
This term means less likely to cause allergic reactions.
What is hypoallergenic?
The most important way to build trust with a client.
What is education, honesty, listening, and setting expectations?