Ch.1 Career opportunities and history of esthetics Flashcards

1
Q

What materials used in early beauty preparations have been instrumental in determining how materials are used today?

A

Color formulations.

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Understanding the history of the esthetics profession will NOT help the contemporary esthetician…

A

Incorporate new technology into their practice.

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3
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A branch of anatomical science that deals with the overall health and well being of the body’s largest organ.

A

Esthetics.

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4
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A minimum of one year of retail sales might be a prerequisite for finding a job as a..

A

Waxing specialist.

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5
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What career might provide a fulfilling opportunity for someone who is equally passionate about esthetics and natural beauty?

A

Travel industry profession.

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When is a good time to formulate a plan of action related to a career in esthetics?

A

As early as possible.

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Prices in salons vary according to…

A

Location and clientele.

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During what age was pale skin a sign of wealth and status?

A

The middle ages.

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During what age did women shave their eyebrows and hairline for a look of greater intelligence.

A

The renaissance era.

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During what era were highly colored preparations for lips, cheeks, and eyes discouraged?

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The renaissance era.

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In ancient ___, remedies and grooming aids were created from materials found in the natural environment.

A

Africa.

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During what age did women use beauty masks made of oatmeal?

A

The victorian age.

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What historical age discouraged makeup the most?

A

The victorian age.

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What age is associated with the reign of Marie Antoinette?

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The age of extravagance.

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During which era were lips and cheeks colored with geranium petals?

A

The age of extravagance.

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16
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Dangerous chemicals were used to powder the face in…

A

The renaissance era.

17
Q

An early form of threading comes to us from…

A

Japan.

18
Q

The word cosmetics comes to us from

A

Ancient Greece.

19
Q

When was the first woman’s razor offered?

A

The early 1900s

20
Q

What are peptides used for?

A

Anti-aging purposes.