INGREDIENTS
Ingredients must be listed on cosmetic labels _________.
in descending order of predominance
An allergic reaction which occurs during a facial should be handled with _________.
cold water and cold compresses
Cruelty-free cosmetics indicate the products _________.
Are not tested on animals
In the United States, the regulation of cosmetics is the purview of _________.
the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
What are fresheners and astringents?
Toners
What is true of cosmetics that are labeled as having organic ingredients?
They are certified by the National Organic Program.
Where should a patch test be applied?
Behind the ear
Vegan is a label that indicates a product is not supposed to contain _________.
animal by-products
Which statement accurately reflects the relationship between the FDA and the cosmetic industry?
The FDA regulates labeling of cosmetics.
Of all skin-care treatments, the single most effective is _________.
home care treatments
An antioxidant ingredient that also has anti-inflammatory and has anti-aging properties is _________.
green tea
A rule of thumb about the difference between irritant reactions and allergic reactions is that _________.
irritants burn, allergens itch
What type of product will most likely make blackheads worse?
Comedogenic
The two most important laws pertaining to cosmetic sales in the United States are _________.
the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) and the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act (FPLA)
What ingredient is beneficial for ALL skin types?
Vitamin A
An ingredient that is a melanin suppressant and used to treat hyperpigmentation is _________.
kojic acid
A salon might be legally responsible for an allergic reaction that requires medical treatment _________.
if the salon buys in bulk and repackages the product
What is the best advice to an esthetician who wishes to educate a client about a product?
Keep it short and to the point
Federal regulations requires the labeling of cosmetics to do all of the following EXCEPT _________.
list the ingredients of a fragrance
The most popular type of cleansers are _________.
cleansing gels
When choosing a product with natural ingredients, it is important to remember _________.
Some of the most effective products are not derived from natural sources
What term does not refer to a cosmetic ingredient or product that may be less likely to cause allergic reactions?
Noncomedogenic
What is true of unscented products?
They contain ingredients which mask the odors of other ingredients.
The FD&C Act partly defines drugs as articles which are intended for use in the _________.
diagnosis of disease
One benefit of using a mask is _________.
it hydrates, nourishes, and soothes the skin