Chapter 1: History

Question 1

What is cosmetology?

Answer 1

A term used to encompass a broad range of specialty areas, including hairstyling, nail technology, and esthetics. “The art and science of beautifying and improving the skin, nails, and hair, and the study of cosmetics and their application.

Question 2

Greek word that cosmetology originates from

Answer 2

Kosmetikos

Meaning skilled in the use of cosmetics

Question 3

The first to cultivate beauty in an extravagant fashion and to use cosmetics as part of their personal beautification habits, religious ceremonies and preparing the dead for burial

Answer 3

The Egyptians

Question 4

The first civilization to infuse essential oils from the leaves, bark and blossoms of plants for use as perfumes and for purification purposes.

Answer 4

The Egyptians

Question 5

Created by the ancient Egyptians from a mixture of ground galena, sulfur and animal fat

Answer 5

Kohl makeup