Functions of cosmetic ingredients

What type of ingredient is added to oil and water solutions to prevent them from separating?

• Emollient

• Emulsifier

• Preservative

• Stabiliser

What type of product will have foaming agents in the formula?

• Cleansing balm

• Cleansing lotion

• Conditioner

• Shampoo

A humectant's main function is:

• attract water and retain it

• fight free radical damage

• shorten product shelf life

• protect the skin from irritants

Fats, oils and waxes, are examples of what type of ingredient?

• Antioxidant

• Emollient

• Emulsifier

• Humectant

What is the name of the solution that activates hair colour?

• Bulking agents

• Emollients

• Propellants

• Oxidising agents

Protective agents soften and smooth the skin and hair, and reduce water loss from the skin’s surface?

• True

• False

What agents can reduce the surface tension of the liquid and is known has a surfactant?

• Foaming agents

• Oxidizing agents

• Reducing agents

• Catalysts

The main functions of a humectant are:

• To retain moisture and prevent dehydration

• To provide color to products

• To act as a preservative

• To increase viscosity

The main function of stabilisers is:

• To increase the speed of a vehicle

• To provide stability and prevent unwanted movement

• To reduce fuel consumption

• To enhance the appearance of a vehicle

The main function of an emulsifier is to:

• Increase the temperature of a mixture

• Prevent the separation of two immiscible liquids

• Enhance the flavor of food

• Act as a preservative