SKINCARE & COSMETICS TERMS!!!

Are you passionate about skincare? K-beauty products have become increasingly popular worldwide. Why not test your knowledge of skincare and cosmetic terms today with the following fill-in-the-blank quiz?

 

    1.   S_________ing is an informal term for a skincare method that involves applying an occ____________ moisturizer (*meaning “thick and oily”) to the face, usually before going to bed, mainly to help lock in moisture and prevent water loss. 

  

    2.   Excess _______bum production can result in oily skin and blocked pores, whereas insufficient amounts may lead to dryness.

  

    3.   ____________heads are a type of acne that develop when oil, bacteria, and dead skin cells are trapped beneath the skin’s outer layer.

 

    4.   Fine lines, c___________feet, and wrinkles are the most evident signs of ageing for both women and men. As coll___________ fibers begin to deplete, our skin loses its tight and plump look.

 

    5.   Have you experienced makeup sep___________ on your face?

An unpleasant mix of patchy, streaky, or uneven c__________age that leaves your skin looking textured—some areas appear bare while others have a heavy, cakey buildup. This typically occurs when your skin and makeup aren’t working well together, whether due to excess oil, insufficient hydration, leftover skin texture, or incompatible product formulas. Then, how should we fix this makeup disaster?

 

    6.   Application also matters—not just for makeup, but especially for the skincare underneath, as it directly impacts the final result. For the best outcome, try p_________ing instead of rubbing. Rubbing can disturb the layers of skincare and raise the likelihood of p________ing, patchiness, or uneven texture.

 

 

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    7.   To begin with a clean base, wash your face to remove excess oil, dirt, or residue helps create a smooth surface for makeup application.

(And ___________liate if you need to remove dead skin cells.)

Then, using a good moisturizer helps soften dry areas and can also help balance oil production.

P_________ acts as a bridge between your skin and makeup. It smooths dry areas, helps foundation adhere, and balances oily zones to prevent separation, even on challenging skin days.

Building your base with thin, even layers allows you to increase coverage gradually and avoids a heavy, ca_______ finish that can crack or separate.

Use powder (to bake) and __________ spray help maintain your makeup and lock everything in without making the skin overly matte. Apply powder only where necessary, such as the T-zone, and avoid it on dry areas.

 

    8.   If your makeup begins to separate, don’t worry—it can definitely be fixed. For minor separation, simply b________ the area with a tissue to absorb excess oil, then reapply your product on top. If the separation is more noticeable, use a bit of mi_________ water to remove that specific area and then apply fresh makeup.

 

 

 

Answer Keys

1.  slogging, occulent

2.  sebum

3.  whiteheads

4.  crow’s feet, collagen fiber

5.  separation, coverage

6.  patting, pilling

7.  exfoliate, primer, cakey finish, setting

8.  blot, micellar water