Skin Care & Makeup Application Flashcards

What is the primary function of an emollient in a skincare product?

Answer: To soften and smooth the skin by filling gaps between cells

Emollients fill in the spaces between skin cells, creating a smooth surface and preventing moisture loss.

When performing extractions during a facial, which tool is appropriate for removing blackheads?

Answer: Comedone extractor

A comedone extractor applies even pressure around the follicle to safely remove blackheads without trauma to surrounding skin.

A client with cool undertones in their skin should be matched with a foundation that has which undertone?

Answer: Pink or blue undertone

Cool-toned skin has pink, red, or blue undertones, so foundations with pink or blue undertones will match most naturally.

Which makeup setting technique involves pressing loose powder heavily onto wet concealer to 'bake' it?

Answer: Baking

Baking involves letting loose translucent powder sit on wet products for several minutes so body heat sets the makeup for long-lasting coverage.

What is transepidermal water loss (TEWL)?

Answer: Moisture evaporating through the skin barrier into the environment

TEWL occurs when water passively evaporates through the epidermis into the surrounding environment, indicating a compromised skin barrier.

Which lip liner application technique prevents lipstick from bleeding into fine lines around the mouth?

Answer: Lining and filling in the entire lip before lipstick application

Filling in the entire lip with liner creates a base that anchors lipstick and acts as a barrier preventing color from migrating into surrounding lines.

What does AHA stand for, and what is its primary skincare benefit?

Answer: Alpha Hydroxy Acid; exfoliates dead skin cells on the surface

Alpha Hydroxy Acids are water-soluble exfoliants derived from natural sources that loosen the bonds between dead skin cells, promoting cell turnover.