Only a True Beauty Addict Can Get 100% on This Quiz

By: Isadora Teich
Estimated Completion Time
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Only a True Beauty Addict Can Get 100% on This Quiz
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About This Quiz

Think you're addicted to skin care, makeup and all things beauty? Do you have more lipsticks than ten of your friends combined? Is your evening skincare routine different from your morning skincare routine? People have been doing all sorts of strange things to combat signs of aging, even out their skin tone, make a statement and more, for hundreds of years. From the toxic lead face makeup of the European aristocrats of centuries past to Marilyn Monroe, who reportedly used Vaseline as a moisturizer for that famous glow, people have taken being beautiful very seriously.  

Today we have more options for makeup and skin care than at any other time in history. Ranging from the very cheap to the absurdly expensive, from the tried and tested to the weird and innovative, from the hacky to the scarily effective, there are millions of products out there to try. Whether your tastes run to the colorful or the neutral, or if you are just looking for sunscreen, there is something out there for everyone. Whether you want to be full-glam or glam rock, that look can be achieved at almost any budget.   

If you are a beauty addict with an eye for all that glitters, grab your brushes and blend your way to success with this quiz! 

Which of these should you put on first?
primer
eyeshadow
foundation
concealer
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Primer helps to prep the skin for makeup. A solid primer will help you get hours more wear from products.

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Dewy foundations often work best on which skin type?
dry
acne prone
oily
mature
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Dry skin lacks moisture and can often look flaky or textured with the wrong foundations. Dewy foundations have a fresh finish that will make the skin look more moisturized.

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What lipstick color will make your teeth look whiter?
blue-based red
lavender
nude
deep plum
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

A true blue-based classic red flatters almost all skin tones. It will also make your teeth look brighter and whiter.

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Which of these former reality TV stars has a super successful makeup brand?
Snooki
Nicole Richie
Kat Von D
Tila Tequila
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Kat Von D gained fame as the star of tattoo shop reality show "L.A. Ink," and after the show ended she launched a successful makeup brand. Available at Sephora, it is known for concealers, eyeliner and bold colors.

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Which of these colors is warm toned?
red
blue
grey
black
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Knowing warm tones from cool tones is key when creating looks that will flatter you. Warm tones fall into the reds and yellows, while blues and greens are cool tones.

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Makeup with a satin finish is between ___________ and frost.
glitter
duo-chrome
matte
metallic
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Matte shades are high pigment but lack shine, and frost shades have the shiniest finish of all. Satin eye shadows, foundations and other products are in the middle and work best on mature skin.

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What do matte products look like?
glittery
not shiny
sheer
red
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Matte foundations, eye shadows and lipsticks all lack shine. Matte lipsticks are often more long-lasting than glossy or cream finished, and matte foundations often look best on oily skin.

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What does hyaluronic acid do for the skin?
exfoliate
even it out
smoothe
hydrate
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Hyaluronic acid is a humectant, meaning that it binds moisture. It helps to keep skin looking plump and moisturized.

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Where on your body should you swatch foundation to get the best match?
arm
jaw
hand
foot
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

The old beauty myth that you should test your foundation on your hand or arm is not true. Often people have different skin tones on their face than their hands and arms, due to sun exposure, genetics and other factors.

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Who can wear nude lipsticks?
anyone
those with warm skin tones
those with cool skin tones
those with medium skin tones
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Wrong Answer

The trick to nude lipsticks is finding one that works best for your skin tone and undertones. This could be a fair beige, light taupe, deep brown or anything in between.

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What kind of bronzer should you use to contour?
glittery
shimmery
sheer
matte
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Contouring works by adding dimension to the face. It tricks the eye as portions of the face which are darker will look further away and de-emphasized. As excessive glitter or shine is not natural to the face, gleaming bronzer will ruin the illusion of naturally chiseled features and just make it look like you have a lot of bronzer on.

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Which of these makes eyeshadow more pigmented?
using a sponge
wetting your brush
powdering your lids first
not using a primer
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

If an eye shadow does not give the color payoff you want, try wetting your brush first. You can use either water or a setting spray.

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When do you put on a toner?
before you wash your face
after moisturizer
before moisturizer
right before you go to bed
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

While different toners have different benefits, they generally help to further cleanse and nourish the skin. They should be put on after you wash your face, before any moisturizers.

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Which brand broke new ground with a super-inclusive foundation shade range?
Physicians' Formula
L'oreal
Tarte
Fenty Beauty
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Wrong Answer

Many brands, both high-end and drug store, have offered limited shade ranges for years, despite complaints from consumers. Fenty Beauty launched the Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation in 40 shades, ranging from very fair to very dark.

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Which of these skin care ingredients is anti-aging, but needs to be used carefully?
retinol
lavender
hyaluronic acid
vitamin E
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Retinol is a vitamin A derivative that helps with cell turnover and boosts collagen for anti-aging effects. However, in high concentrations it is incredibly harsh and is not recommended for people who are pregnant or have sensitive skin.

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Which of these makeup products was invented in South Korea?
cushion foundations
eyeliner
brow pencils
liquid lipsticks
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Wrong Answer

South Korea is renowned for its skin care trends. The dewy and luminous cushion foundation became popular there before filtering over to the west.

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Which of these common skin care ingredients should everyone try to avoid?
alcohol
vitamin A
neroli oil
vitamin C
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Alcohol dries out the skin, which can damage and age it over time. If the first ingredient in any skin care product is plain alcohol, don't buy it.

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Which type of lip product has the most shine?
matte
cream
satin
gloss
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Gloss can help lips look fuller and more prominent. Applying a little bit of gloss only in the center of the lips can make them look bigger.

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Which brand is more affordable?
Wet n Wild
Peter Thomas Roth
Revlon
MAC Cosmetics
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Wet n Wild makeup is available in drug stores across America. Most of their products cost less than $10 and many are under $5.

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Which celebrity made contouring popular?
Britney Spears
Lindsay Lohan
Kim Kardashian
Beyonce
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Wrong Answer

Kim Kardashian's influence on the world of beauty and fashion cannot be overstated. She changed the day's beauty standards and many around the world try to copy her iconic looks through makeup and sometimes even more extreme measures.

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What best describes the "Instagram brow"?
harsh
soft
glittery
highly arched
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Thicker brows are on trend, but the often-mocked Instagram brow takes it to another level. These brows are often dark, shaped with concealer and sharply drawn, and not very natural.

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Which brand's makeup is available at drugstore prices, but cannot be bought in drug stores?
Almay
Nars
Colourpop
Lancome
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Colourpop is an indie brand that's huge online. Most of their makeup costs less than $10.

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What SPF sunscreen should you buy?
10
20
30
It depends on your skin tone
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Dermatologists recommend using sun protection products which an SPF of at least 30 because this blocks out about 97% of the sun's harmful UVB rays. While higher SPFs will block out more, no amount of SPF can block out 100% of the sun's rays.

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Metallic eyeshadows often compliment which type of skin best?
mature
dark
oily
cool undertones
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Metallic shadows often have an intense metallic or foiled look. Especially in bronze and gold shades, these can look amazing on deeper skin tones.

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If you have clogged pores, you should get skincare products with _______ in it.
charcoal
lavender
coconut oil
vitamin C
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Charcoal can help draw out the bacteria, chemicals and micro-particles which can get trapped in your pores. These can cause pimples, blackheads, whiteheads and other issues if left in the skin.

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If you are very fair, what kind of bronzer will usually look best on you?
cool toned
warm toned
dark
shimmery
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Makeup brands often exclude those who are very fair or have very deep skin tones. Many brands make bronzers for what they consider "average" skin tones. These look orange on very fair skin and do not show up at all on deeper skin tones.

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Which brand caters to those who like easy, minimal and natural makeup?
Makeup Forever
Maybelline
Glossier
Urban Decay
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

If you like a full face of hyper-glam makeup and wear fake lashes every day, Glossier is not for you. However, this trendy brand is ideal for the "no makeup makeup" sort who loves a natural glow in no time at all.

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How often should you replace your mascara?
Once a year
Whenever it runs out
Every 3 months
Every 6 months
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Using old mascara is a sure way to get an eye infection. Be sure to replace yours, whether it has run out or not, every three months.

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Which brand offers makeup especially for people of color?
Iman Cosmetics
Maybelline
Almay
MAC Cosmetics
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

IMAN Cosmetics was founded by the Somali-American former model Iman. It offers a full range of products for women of color.

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Why should you exfoliate your skin regularly?
You'll get acne if you don't
For overall skin health
It prevents oiliness
For sun protection
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

If you don't exfoliate, dead skin can build up on the surface of your skin over time, leading to dullness and clogged pores. Exfoliation helps keep your skin looking healthy and fresh.

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Which type of makeup is usually dome-shaped?
Baked
Metallic
Cream
Eyeliner
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Baked makeup is usually dome-shaped and can be applied dry for a natural finish and wet for more color payoff. Eyeshadows and blushes are commonly available baked.

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Which of these brands is the most expensive?
Wet n Wild
Pixi Beauty
Nars
Natasha Denona
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Wrong Answer

Natasha Denona is a world-renowned makeup artist known for working with celebrities, the world's top photographers, and magazines like Elle and GQ. Her brand is expensive, with eyeshadow palettes that cost over $200 and foundation products that cost around $40.

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What works best for a natural face highlight?
glittery powder highlight
concealer a shade lighter than your skin tone
holographic stick highlight
deep bronzer
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

For a natural highlight effect, use concealer a shade lighter than your face in areas you want to bring forward. Many people highlight beneath their eyes, the bridge of their nose and their chin, but this varies according to individual face shape.

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Which tones will compliment light blue eyes best?
neutral browns
bright orange
light blue
yellows
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Light blue eyes really pop next to neutral brown shadows and liners. This will create a natural look which works beautifully on mature skin.

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Which of these brands offers the most vegan options?
Kat Von D
Maybelline
CoverGirl
Nars
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Any brand which wants to enter the Chinese market has to test their products on animals first, which is why many brands still do it even though it is not required in the U.S. Kat Von D offers many vegan products and is working toward becoming a fully vegan brand, meaning that their products do not contain animal products or by-products, and have not been tested on animals.

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