101 Life Skills Flashcards
The art and science of beauty care
Cosmetology
How many hours do most people need to function properly
6-8
What activity helps stimulate blood circulation in the body and encourage proper functioning of the organs?
Exercise
The energy contained in food is measured in:
Calories
An individual’s system of maintaining cleanliness and health is known as:
Personal hygiene
Healthy, glowing skin is equally dependent on:
Rest, good nutrition, and exercise
When applying makeup, contouring with light colors will always have what effect on the face?
Broadening
An overly wide jaw can be visually narrowed by applying:
Darker contour cream to the outer areas of the jawline
When performing chemical services, a salon professional should always wear:
Protective gloves
Keeping the abdomen flat, the chin level, and the head up are key to having:
Good posture
The science that looks at how work is performed and what body movements, tools, and equipment benefit the health and comfort of the salon professional and client
Ergonomics
Prevent neck and back strain by:
Not reaching overhead for supplies
Which type of shoe should be worn to reduce fatigue caused by standing for long periods of time?
Low, broad-heeled shoes
Rotating footwear reduces fatigue, strengthens your arch, and ?
Makes footwear last longer
Raising your feet on a stool during breaks is a preventative measure for helping to alleviate:
Foot and leg problems
What condition occurs when tendons become inflamed?
Tendonitis
Gripping with forces, bending your wrists a lot, and repeating a motion over and over are causes of:
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Adjusting the height of the chair when working on a client will help prevent ____________ problems
Shoulder
An inflammation of the fuid sac that lies between a tendon and skin or bone is called:
Bursitis
Eye contact, smiling, and posture are all examples of:
Nonverbal communication
The nearness of another to one’s personal space is known as:
Proximity
The tone or inflection of your voice, level, and rate of speech all play a role in:
Verbal communication
A 3 step approach to speaking with clarity includes:
Less is more, get to the point, focus on what is important
Pronouncing words clearly, precisely, and accurately is referred to as:
Enunciation
Changing the pitch of your voice while speaking is called:
Inflection
The tempo used during a verbal exchange is called the:
Rate
The strength of volume during a verbal exchange is called:
Force
Closed-ended questions often begin with:
Would, do, did, could, or may
Use of a prompting comment such as “go on” is an example of a listening strategy called:
Respond
Translating what you heard into your own words is referred to as:
Paraphrasing
Adjusting your behavior to ensure your messages are being understood, and adapting your approach is referred to as:
Flexing
