Chapter 1-3 Flashcards
Which term refers to the art and science of beautifying and improving the nails and skin of the hands and feet?
Nails technology
In what year was the first successful nails lacquer brand marketed?
1932
Who were the first people to use cosmetics to prepare the deceased for burial?
The Egyptians
Ancient Egyptians used _________ to stain their hair and nails a rich, warm red.
Henna paste
In which ancient cultures did military commanders stain their nails and lips in matching colors before important battles?
Egyptian and Roman
Which practice was closely tied to social status during the Chou Dynasty?
Nails tinting
In which ancient culture could commoners be put to death for wearing the royal nails colors?
Chinese
The ancient Greeks made lavish use of perfumes and cosmetics for grooming, medicinal purposes, and ___________?
Religious rites
Which ancient culture built elaborate baths and developed excellent methods of dressing the hair?
The Greeks
When preparing for battle, what color did Greek soldiers often apply to their lips and nails?
Red
Where did ancient Greek women apply kohl?
To their eyes
What did ancient Greek women apply to their lips to add color?
Ground cinnabar
The Roman philosopher Plautus is credited with comparing a woman without paint (cosmetics) to
Food without salt
If you were a noblewoman in ancient Rome, you would color your hair _________ to indicate your class status.
Red
In ancient Rome, it was common for both men and women to add color to their nails using a mixture of sheep blood and _______.
Fat
Which period immediately followed the Middle Ages?
The Renaissance
During the ________, the use of highly colored preparations for the lips, cheeks, eyes, and nails was discouraged.
Renaissance
Archaeological digs have uncovered cosmetic tools from the Renaissance period, including nail cleaners, some doubling as ________, made of bone or metal in a wide variety of designs.
Ear scoops
Victorian women _________ to induce natural lip color.
Bit their lips
The onset of _________ led to a new prosperity in the United States, during which all forms of beauty began to follow trends.
Industrialization
The first noncaking, non-craking makeup was marketed to movies stars __________
Max Factor
In 1910, Flowery Manicure Products introduced the first modern-style ___________.
emery board
Who introduced the first mass marketed nail lacquers?
Charles Revson
Jean Harlow and _________ helped glamorize the hip new nails lacquer trend in the 1930s by wearing matching colors on her fingers and toes.
Gloria Swanson
Shiny lips came into vogue for the first time in the ________ when women began applying petroleum jelly over their lipstick.
1940s
The 1950s saw the introduction of tube mascara, improved hair care and nail products, and the boom of ________
Weekly manicure appointments
When did hot oil manicures first become the ultimate luxury in nail and hand care?
The 1950s
Which of the following is credited with establishing the biweekly nails maintenance appointment?
Juliette wraps
In the 1960s, where did the nails from nail technicians
“nail banks” typically come from?
Their clients
When were the first monomer liquid and polymer powder nails services offered by nail technicians?
The 1970s
Who invented the first Ridgefiller?
Jeff Pink
When did the use of spray guns to apply monomer liquid nails colors become common?
The 1990s
The 1990s ushered in a huge resurgence in _________ and pedicure services.
Natural manicure
In the 1960s, detached nail tips were reaffixed with _______
model airplane glue
Which part of the nail did nail technicians commonly leaves free of polish in the 1950s?
The moon
One notable achievement of the twentieth century included the fact that nail technicians had _________
Unprecedented career choices
A new, opaque paint being produces for the automobiles industry inspired the introduction of the first mass-marketed ___________.
Nail lacquers
In 1960s nail technicians reaffixed detached nail tip and reinforced them with what?
Thin strands of cotton
Another notable beauty industry achievement of the twentieth century included nail polish becoming ________
Safer and longer-lasting
In the early twenty-first century, UV gel enhancements
Grow by leaps and bounds
Modern nail polish formulations embody chip- and ________ - resistant characteristics.
Fade
Modern manicuring implements now incorporate ___________ designs and enhanced workmanship.
Ergonomic
A regular nail technician in a traditional salon can expect to do all but which of the following
Work under the supervision of a physician
To become a medical nail technician, you are required to take specialty course and complete an internship under the direction of a _______ physician.
Podiatrist
Which of these services is commonly offered by day spas but not full-service salons?
Body services
The salon is a highly social atmosphere that requires __________ and excellent people skills.
Strong self-discipline
The ability to deal with difficult clients, coworkers, and even friends comes from having _________
Well-developed life skill
Having good life skill builds _________, which helps you achieve your goals.
High self-esteem
Self-esteem is based on inner strength and begins with trusting your ability to ________.
Reach your goals
________ or negative thoughts can work against your ability to succeed.
Self-critical
To achieve success it is important to make a point of relating to others with a conscious feeling of __________
Respect
Three bad habits that can keep you from maintaining peak performance included lack of a game plan, seeking perfectionism, and _____
Procrastination
One recommended way to keep your energy up is to ______
Have hobbies and enjoy recreational activities
One guideline for success suggests that you practice doing whatever helps you maintain _________
a positive self-image
Procrastination may be a symptom of ________
taking on too much
Perfectionism is _______
an unhealthy compulsion to do things perfectly
Having a game plan is the conscious act of ______
planning your life
__________ involves knowing what you want to achieve and keeping yourself on track so that you do eventually achieve your goal.
Self-management
Which of the following blocks the creative mind from exploring ideas and discovering solution to challenges?
Criticism
One of the recommended ways to manage your own success is to _________.
Tap into your own creativity
To succeed in life, you need a well- though-out sense of purpose and a __________.
Reason for being
How long should your personal mission statement be?
One or two sentences
For reinforcement, keep a copy of your mission statement ___________
where you can see and read it daily
What is the primary purpose of goal setting?
To help you decide what you want to achieve in life
Which of the following is not a key question you should ask to determine if your goal-setting plan is a good one?
Is goal-setting a practical way to spend my time at this point in my career?
What are the two basic type of goals?
Long-term and short-term
Which of the following is an example of a long-term goal?
I will work my way up to salon manager within 3 to 5 years
The important thing to remember about goal setting is to ___________.
Have a plan and reexamine it often
Time management experts agree that all of us have_______
an inner organizer
When asked to take on more work than you can handle, it is recommended that you__________.
say “no” firmly but kindly and mean it
Time management experts recommend that you give yourself some downtime whenever you are frustrated, worried, feeling guilty about something, or_________
Overwhelmed
When you practice deep breathing, how many breaths does it typically take to restore your balance?
5-10
Which of these is not a practice recommended by time management experts?
Fill every slot in your schedule with some kind of task no matter how small.
If your mind tends to wander in class, you should ________.
Write down key words and phrases
Before you begin studying, you should find a comfortable, quiet spot with sufficient lighting and ________
All the tools you need such as books, pens, paper and computer.
When studying, it is recommended that you study one chapter section at a time, noting key words and phases, and ______.
test yourself on each section to ensure comprehension
Which term refers to the moral principles by which we live and work?
Ethics
When you make sure that your behavior and actions match your values, you maintain your ___________
Integrity
By not sharing your personal problems with clients and never breaching confidentiality you demonstrate that you are _________.
Discreet
Practicing ethics in the salon every day is manifested by being _______, courteous, and sincere.
Honest
The ingredients of a healthy, well developed attitude include all BUT which of the following?
Striving for perfection
To be truly helpful to others, you must remember to take time every single day to_________.
take care of yourself
In order to help people understand your position, it can be a good thing to be ____________.
assertive
Diplomacy involves being __________, which is the ability to deliver truthful, even sometimes critical or difficult messages in a kind way.
tactful
Having ________ helps you deliver your words more pleasantly.
a positive attitude
A person’s personality includes inborn characteristics, attitudes, and _________.
behavioral traits
Learning how to handle a confrontation and being able to share how you feel without going overboard are indicators of __________.
Maturity
Sensitivity is a combination of understanding, empathy, and __________
Acceptance
Values and goals are _________
Acquired as a person moves through life
To be receptive means to be interested in other people and ____________
Be responsive to their opinions, feelings, and ideas
When your appearance and the way that you conduct yourself are in harmony with the beauty business, your chances of being successful increase _________.
Dramatically
One weak moment of _________ right before performing a service because you did not plan ahead could spell disaster.
Drinking coffee
Most clients will _________ if you smell offensive, and they will not likely return for another service.
say nothing
Working as a ________ means you must be extremely meticulous about your hygiene.
nail technician
Which of these items should be kept in your hygiene pack?
Toothbrush
Good personal hygiene habits include washing your hands throughout the day as required, including _______.
before each service
Which of these item is not typically part of a hygiene pack?
Shampoo
The professional nail technician should brush and floss his or her teeth and use ________ throughout the day as needed.
mouthwash
If you must smoke cigarettes, do not smoke _______
during work hours
If you smoke during lunch break, brush your teeth, use mouthwash, and wash your hands afterward to avoid _______
an offensive lingering smell
As a beauty professional, it is recommended that you change your style: ________
frequently
Many salon owners and mangers view appearance and poise as being _______ technical knowledge and skills
Just as important as
In additional to being free of dirt, it is important that your clothes be __________
stain free
You should always put _______ first in every aspect of your work.
Your health
To help protect your clothes from dirt and stains, you should invest in ________ to wear at work.
an apron or smock
It is recommended that you only wear perfume _________
after work
Your professional image is the impression you project through both your _________.
outward appearance and professional conduct
The best way to ensure that you are dressed for success is to “tune in” to _________.
the salon’s culture and clientele
When shopping for work clothes, you should primarily think about ________.
how you would look in them while performing client services
To a large degree, your clothing should ________
reflect the fashion of the season
It is generally a good idea to make sure that your clothing is clean, _______ , and stylish.
Functional
Which of these jewelry item is least appropriate for the typical salon?
A loose, jingly bracelet
Your shoes should have a low heel and ________.
offer good support
When should female technicians wear makeup at work?
Always
Good physical posture, an even gait, and careful movements are very important parts of your ________
physical presentation
__________ can put a great deal of stress on your neck, shoulders, back, and legs.
sitting improperly
Stress on the body can cause strain and/ or _________
injury
As you work, your neck should be___________
elongated and balanced above the shoulders
As you work, you should keep your chest _________
out and up
You should keep your back ________ as you work.
straight
Your ________ should be pulled in so that it is flat while you work.
abdomen
As a professional nail technician, an extremely important element of _______ is having well- groomed hair, skin, and nails.
your image
Busy nail technicians are susceptible to problems of the hands, wrists, and ________.
shoulders
An understanding of ______ can help prevent stress on the body as you work.
ergonomics
one goal of ergonomics is to make workplace tool more safe and ______
efficient
In general, ergonomics attempts to _______
fit the job to the person
An awareness of your body posture and __________, coupled with better work habits and proper tools and equipment, will enhance your health and comfort.
Movements
As you work, your wrists should be ______ as much a possible.
rested in a straight or neutral position
As you work, you should hold your elbow at no more than a ______ - degree angle away from your body for extended period of time.
60
You should have the client reach across the table to you during a manicure because this position is ergonomically correct for __________.
both you and the client
As you work, you should __________.
use ergonomically designed implements
One measure that can be taken to prevent injury on the job is to break up the repetitiveness of motions used by including __________.
regular stretching exercises
Stressful, repetitive motions have a cumulative effect on the muscles and _________.
joints
___________ allows you to get through the day feeling strong and doing your best work.
Good posture
The term __________ refers to the daily maintenance if cleanliness achieved through healthful habit.
personal hygiene
