History

Question 1

Which term refers to the art and science of beautifying and improving the nails and skin of the hands and feet?

Answer 1

Nail Technology

Question 2

In what year was the first successful nail lacquer brand marketed?

Answer 2

1932

Question 3

What did ancient Egyptians use to stain their nails and hair a rich, warm red?

Answer 3

Henna Paste

Question 4

In which ancient cultures did the military commanders stain their nails and lips in matching colors before important battles?

Answer 4

Egyptian and Roman

Question 5

Which practice was closely tied to social status during Chou Dynasty?

Answer 5

Nail Tinting

Question 6

In which ancient culture could commoners be put to death for wearing the royal colors?

Answer 6

Chinese

Question 7

In ancient Rome, it was common for both men and women to add color to their nails using a mixture of sheep’s blood and what?

Answer 7

Fat

Question 8

Archaeological digs have uncovered cosmetic tools from the Renaissance period, including nail cleaners, doubling as what?

Answer 8

Ear scoops

Question 9

In 1910, Flowery Manicure Products introduced the first mondern style what?

Answer 9

Emery board

Question 10

Who introduced the first mass marketed nail lacquers?

Answer 10

Charles Revson

Question 11

Who helped glamorize the hip new nail lacquer trend in the 1930s by wearing matching colors on the fingers and toes?

Answer 11

Jean Harlow and Gloria Swanson

Question 12

The 1950s saw the introduction of tube mascara, improved hair care and nail products, and the boom of what?

Answer 12

Weekly manicure appointments

Question 13

When did hot oil manicures first become the ultimate luxury in nail and hand care?

Answer 13

1950s

Question 14

Who is credited with biweekly nail maintenance appointment?

Answer 14

Juliette Wraps

Question 15

When were the first monomer liquid and polymer powder nail services offered by nail technicians?

Answer 15

1970s