Product Knowledge & Cosmetic Ingredients Flashcards
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Which ingredient in foundation is primarily responsible for providing coverage by reflecting light away from skin imperfections?
Answer: Titanium dioxide
Titanium dioxide is a white mineral pigment that provides coverage and UV protection by reflecting light, used widely in foundations.
What is the key difference between a cream foundation and a powder foundation?
Answer: Cream foundations contain more water or oil and provide buildable coverage; powder foundations are dry and better for touch-ups
Cream foundations are emulsions with water or oil that offer buildable coverage; powder foundations are dry-pressed and better suited to touch-ups or oily skin.
Hyaluronic acid in a foundation or skincare primer primarily provides what benefit?
Answer: Intense hydration by attracting water to the skin
Hyaluronic acid is a humectant that holds up to 1,000 times its weight in water, keeping skin plump and hydrated.
Which of the following is a synthetic polymer used in primers and foundations to fill in pores and fine lines?
Answer: Dimethicone
Dimethicone is a silicone-based polymer that creates a smooth, blurred surface by temporarily filling pores and fine lines.
A makeup artist recommends a 'non-comedogenic' product to a client. This term means the product is formulated to do what?
Answer: Not clog pores
Non-comedogenic products are formulated to not clog pores, reducing the risk of breakouts for acne-prone clients.
Which wax is most commonly used in lipstick formulations to provide structure and texture?
Answer: Carnauba wax or candelilla wax
Carnauba wax and candelilla wax are plant-derived waxes that give lipstick its solid, moldable structure.