Chapter 1 Career Opportunities and History of Esthetics Flashcards
What is the largest organ of the human body?
Skin
What does a manufacturer’s representative do?
Train others on product knowledge and how to sell products.
What was a bare eyebrow thought to signify during the Renaissance?
Greater intelligence.
Who purchases the products that are sold within a retail setting?
Cosmetic buyer
A social media presence is typically a requirement for this position.
Beauty editor
What type of magnificent public buildings were the ancient Romans famous for constructing?
Baths
During the Age of Extravagance. what did people color their lips and cheeks with?
Geranium petals
Which establishment is most appealing to those appreciate working with a constantly changing clientele?
Resort spa
What culture frequently bathed in olive oil?
Ancient Greeks
This culture used turmeric as a main ingredient in their facial masks to prevent wrinkles and skin discoloration.
Ancient Asians
When was pale skin a sign of wealth and status?
Middle Ages.
In which time period did women pinch their cheeks and bite their lips to induce natural color rather than use cosmetics such as lipstick?
Victorian age
Antioxidants and vitamins are part of which component of the esthetics industry?
Ingredients
