1.

Question 1

Dermal cells responsible for synthesis of collagen fibers

1. Merkel cells
2. Melanocytes
3. Corneocytes
4. Fibroblasts

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2. Question 2

Most Filipinos have Fitzpatrick skin type IV that burns minimally and tans well.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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3. Question 3

The longer the hair length after passing the wide-toothed comb, the greater the % curl retention.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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4. Question 4

Skin type that tends to age more prematurely

1. Oily skin
2. Normal skin
3. Combination skin
4. Dry skin

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5. Question 5

Oral retinoid associated with teratogenic potential

1. Isotretinoin
2. Tazarotene
3. Adapalene
4. Retinol

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6. Question 6

Anionic surfactant used in syndets

1. Dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate
2. Cocamidopropyl betaine
3. Sodium lauryl sulfate
4. Acyl isethionate

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7. Question 7

Most commonly used antibacterial agent in skin cleansing products

1. Ethanol
2. Benzoyl peroxide
3. Lactic acid
4. Triclosan - eto ata tamang sagot

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8. Question 8
 Blood vessels and sebaceous glands help regulate body temperature.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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9. Question 9

Water-resistant cells that consists the stratum corneum

1. Melanocytes
2. Keratinocyte
3. Adipocytes
4. Corneocytes

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10. Question 10

Lactic acid and glycolic acid are alpha hydroxy acids that act as anti-aging actives by retarding skin
exfoliation.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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11. Question 11

Most skin cleansers have an alkaline pH and can damage skin proteins.

1. T
 True

2. F

False

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12. Question 12

Aerosol hair sprays wet hair more rapidly and dries more quickly than non-aerosol hair sprays.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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13. Question 13

Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are commonly used as absorbents in facial mask formulations.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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14. Question 14

Anhydrous products based on petrolatum and waxes

1. Hair mousses
2. Hair brilliantines
3. Hair creams
 4. Hair pomades

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15. Question 15

Cleansing wipes, EXCEPT

1. Involves physical and chemical cleansing
2. May contain conditioning agents
3. Contains high levels of detergents
4. May be pre-wetted or wetted before use

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16. Question 16

A lower 20% index means less hair damage after perming.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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17. Question 17

Male skin has higher collagen content and is thicker than female skin.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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18. Question 18

Propellant
1. Dimethyl ether
2. Benzophenone-4
3. Dimethicone
4. Phenoxyethanol

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19. Question 19

Ease with which product spreads upon application

1. Slip
2. Break
3. Rub-out
4. Pick-up

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20. Question 20

Ammonium thioglycolate is a reducing agent used in both permanent hair perming and hair
straightening products.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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21. Question 21

Benzoyl peroxide is an over-the-counter drug used in acne management.

1. T
 True

2. F

False

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22. Question 22

Description of aged skin

1. Increased epidermal water loss
2. Increased collagen and elastin
3. Increased production of keratinocytes
4. Increased density of melanocytes

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23. Question 23

Higher NMF leads to lower TEWL.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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24. Question 24

Povidone iodine is an antibacterial agent with GRAS or generally regarded as safe status for use in
cosmetic products.

1. T

True

2. F
 False

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25. Question 25

Neutralizing lotions are used to reform broken disulfide bonds during the permanent hair
waving/straightening process, and are formulated with an acidic pH.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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26. Question 26

Used as monotherapy for the management of mild non-inflammatory comedonal acne

1. Salicylic acid
2. Clindamycin
3. Resorcinol
4. Tretinoin

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27. Question 27

Effects of increase in skin pH

1. Promotes bacterial defense mechanism
2. Promotes SC integrity
3. Enhanced desquamation
4. Proliferation of pathogenic bacteria

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28. Question 28
 The use of hand sanitizers is as effective as hand washing in infection control.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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29. Question 29

Indicator of the drying time of polymer film on hair

1. Bending test
2. Curl snap test
3. Tackiness test
4. Flaking test

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30. Question 30

A hand sanitizing agent containing 60% ethanol is more effective than one containing 90% ethanol.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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31. Question 31

In vivo antimicrobial test

1. Involves bacterial challenge
2. Used to detect potential for antimicrobial resistance
3. Measures log increase of indicator organisms
4. Minimum inhibitory concentration
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32. Question 32

Transepidermal water loss is the most widely used indicator of skin barrier function.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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33. Question 33

Corneometer
1. Hydration
2. Sebum
3. TEWL
4. Elasticity

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34. Question 34

Alteration in skin barrier

1. Oily skin
2. Sensitive skin
3. Dry skin
4. Combination skin

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35. Question 35

Cells responsible for skin color

1. Leucocytes
2. Corneocytes
 3. Melanocytes
4. Keratinocytes

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36. Question 36

Active ingredient of Brazilian keratin treatments

1. Formaldehyde
2. Sodium hydroxide
3. Keratin
4. Hydrogen peroxide

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37. Question 37

Transparent soaps
1. High concentration of ethanol
2. High concentration of anionic surfactants
3. High concentration of mineral oil
4. High concentration of glycerin

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38. Question 38

Glycerin is the gold standard for humectants, and it acts by enhancing water absorption from the
dermis to the epidermis.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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39. Question 39
 Adjunct therapy in women with moderate to severe acne
1. Resorcinol
2. Spironolactone
3. Erythromycin
4. Isotretinoin

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40. Question 40

Neutralizing agent used to thicken formulations containing carbomers

1. Alcohol
2. Citric acid
3. Triethanolamine
4. Ammonium hydroxide

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41. Question 41

Topical antibiotic for acne management

1. Ciprofloxacin
2. Clindamycin
3. Benzoyl peroxide
4. Doxycycline

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42. Question 42

Higher TEWL is a consequence of weak skin barrier function.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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43. Question 43

Active ingredient in no-lye relaxers

1. Calcium hydroxide
2. Lithium hydroxide
3. Sodium hydroxide
4. Guanidine hydroxide

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44. Question 44

Associated with photoaging

1. UVD radiation
2. UVC radiation
3. UVB radiation
4. UVA radiation

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45. Question 45

Witch hazel extract

1. Antibacterial
2. Astringent
3. Absorbent
4. Abrasive

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46. Question 46

Polymer-based product, EXCEPT

1. Hair mousse
2. Hair gel
3. Hair sprays
4. Hair pomades

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47. Question 47
 Color rinses
1. Used to produce new hair color
2. Washed out after 10 shampooing
3. Provides colored coating on hair cuticle
4. Most popular form of hair coloring product

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48. Question 48

Tretinoin may be used as a monotherapy for the treatment of moderate to severe acne.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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49. Question 49

Addition of oil-soluble substances to W/O emulsions may result in phase separation.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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50. Question 50

Antibacterial agent contained in water-based hand sanitizers

1. Methylparaben
2. Benzalkonium chloride
3. Benzoyl peroxide
4. Ethanol
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51. Question 51

Component of neutralizing lotions used to reform broken disulfide bonds

1. Hydrogen peroxide
2. Formaldehyde
3. Citric acid
4. Ammonium phosphate

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52. Question 52

Agent that creates a hydrophobic barrier to block TEWL from the stratum corneum, EXCEPT
1. Hyaluronic acid
2. Lanolin
3. Petrolatum
4. Silicone

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53. Question 53

Hair bleaching results in permanent hair decolorization.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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54. Question 54

An oil-soluble dye will give color to the external phase of a W/O emulsion.

1. T
 True

2. F

False

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55. Question 55

Demi-permanent dyes
1. Washed out after first shampooing
2. Contains 5% hydrogen peroxide
3. Oxidizing product
4. Action is limited to the hair cuticle

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56. Question 56

Skin irritation and photosensitivity associated with the use of retinoids are usually transient.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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57. Question 57

Penetration enhancer for hair perming lotions

1. Glycerol monothioglycolate
2. Triethanolamine
3. Sodium sulfite
4. Propylene glycol

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58. Question 58

Female skin is more acidic than male skin.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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59. Question 59

Role of ammonium carbonate in hair perming lotions

1. Alkalizing additive
2. Buffer
3. Penetration enhancer
4. Reducing agent

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60. Question 60

Langerhans cells are immune cells located primarily in the dermis.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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61. Question 61

Blackheads are open comedones, and are more likely to progress into inflammatory lesions.
 1. T

True

2. F

False

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62. Question 62

Desquamation
1. Cornification
2. Occurs every 4 days
3. Turnover of the dermis
4. Process of skin shedding

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63. Question 63

Role of sodium lauryl sulfate in permanent waving formulations

1. Wetting agent
2. Buffer
3. Conditioner
4. Surfactant

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64. Question 64

Intrinsic aging
1. Affects skin on the entire body
2. Hyperpigmented areas
3. Coarse skin with wrinkles
4. Influenced by environmental factors

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65. Question 65
 Hair mousses may be applied on wet or dry hair.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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66. Question 66

Mainstay treatment of mild to moderate acne

1. Benzoyl peroxide
2. Tretinoin
3. Salicylic acid
4. Azelaic acid

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67. Question 67

Lipophilic and unionized molecules penetrate the stratum corneum better.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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68. Question 68

Involves the formation of metallic sulfides that deposit on the cuticle

1. Progressive hair dyes
2. Demi-permanent dyes
3. Temporary dyes
4. Semi-permanent dyes
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69. Question 69

Polyvinylpyrrolidone
1. Plasticizer
2. Polymer
3. Propellant
4. Thickener

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70. Question 70

Skin moisturizers for normal skin are ideally formulated with humectants and occlusives.

1. T

True

2. F

False

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