Milady Chapter 1 Flashcards
42 Questions
108 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is cosmetology?

  • The science of skin care
  • The art of hair styling, nail technology, and esthetics (correct)
  • The study of ancient beauty practices
  • None of the above
  • When were haircutting and hairstyling practiced in some form, according to archaeological studies?

    During the Ice Age

    ______ were made from berries, tree bark, minerals, insects, herbs, leaves, and other materials.

    Pigments

    The _________ were the first to cultivate beauty in extravagant fashion.

    <p>Egyptians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was henna used for?

    <p>To stain hair and nails a rich, warm red.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who stained her nails red by dipping them in henna?

    <p>Queen Nefertiti</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Queen Cleopatra build by the Dead Sea?

    <p>A personal cosmetics factory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Kohl makeup was originally made from a mixture of ground galena, sulfur, and _______.

    <p>Animal fat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the ______ Dynasty (1600 B.C.) Chinese aristocrats colored their nails using a tinted mixture.

    <p>Shang</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Throughout the _______ Dynasty (1100 B.C.) gold and silver were the royal colors.

    <p>Chou</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the golden age of ______, hairstyling became a highly developed art.

    <p>Greece</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is vermillion used for?

    <p>A brilliant red pigment used by Greek women on their cheeks and lips.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ______ women had facials made of milk and bread or fine wine.

    <p>Roman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Women in Rome used _____ to indicate their class in society.

    <p>Hair color</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Noblewomen in Rome tinted their hair:

    <p>Red</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Middle-class women in Rome tinted their hair:

    <p>Blond</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Poor women in Rome tinted their hair:

    <p>Black</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the ______ women wore towering hairdresses but not cosmetics on their eyes.

    <p>Middle Ages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was Avicenna?

    <p>A Persian physician that refined the process of steam distillation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The unusual practice of shaving the eyebrows and hairline occurred during the ______.

    <p>Renaissance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Fashions in dress and personal grooming were influenced by the social mores of _______ during the Victorian age.

    <p>Queen Victoria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the Victorian Age women used _____________ to preserve the health and beauty of their skin.

    <p>Masks and packs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Victorian women are said to have ______ their cheeks to induce a natural color.

    <p>Pinched</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What invention in the early twentieth century gave viewers a look at celebrities?

    <p>Motion pictures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who created and sold makeup to stars that wouldn't cake or crack under studio lights?

    <p>Max Factor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who invented a heavily wired machine that supplied electrical current for hair styling?

    <p>Charles Nessler</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What wrapping technique was introduced after World War 1?

    <p>Croquignole wrapping technique</p> Signup and view all the answers

    __________, also known as Madam C.J. Walker, suffered from a scalp condition that caused her to lose hair.

    <p>Sarah Breedlove</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who invented the first curling iron heated by a gas burner?

    <p>Marcel Grateau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the early 1920's women's magazines deemed cosmetics _______ and refused to print advertisements for them.

    <p>Improper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The pre-heat perm method was introduced in _______.

    <p>1931</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who pioneered a method alternative to the machine perm?

    <p>Ralph L. Evans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who marketed the first nail polish in 1932?

    <p>Charles Revson</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who introduced the first permanent hair color product in 1932?

    <p>Lawrence Gelb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Max Factor create in 1935 for actors?

    <p>Pancake makeup</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who invented the cold wave that used no machines or heat in 1938?

    <p>Arnold F. Willatt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In _____ scientists developed a way of permanent waving that used waving lotion.

    <p>1941</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who turned the hairstyling world on its ear in the 1960's?

    <p>Vidal Sassoon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the 1970's _______ hairdressers introduced the art of hair weaving using aluminum foil.

    <p>French</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the _______ makeup went full circle, from barely there to heavily made up.

    <p>1980's</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Creative Nail Design create in 1998?

    <p>The first spa pedicure system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who first coined the name 'day spas' in the late 1980's?

    <p>Noel Decaprio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Cosmetology Basics

    • Cosmetology encompasses hair styling, nail technology, and esthetics.

    Historical Perspectives

    • Hairstyling practices date back to the Ice Age.
    • Evidence shows the use of natural pigments from berries, minerals, and plants for beauty.
    • Egyptians pioneered extravagant beauty cultivation and used henna for staining hair and nails.
    • Queen Nefertiti is known for her red stained nails and lavish use of makeup.
    • Queen Cleopatra established a cosmetics factory near the Dead Sea.

    Makeup and Pigments

    • Kohl makeup was originally made from ground galena mixed with sulfur and animal fat.
    • In the Shang Dynasty, aristocrats used a colored mixture of gum, gelatin, and egg whites to tint nails.
    • The Chou Dynasty prohibited commoners from wearing royal nail colors, punishable by death.

    Ancient Greece and Rome

    • Greece's golden age saw hairstyling as an art, with perfumes used in religious rites.
    • Vermillion, a brilliant red pigment, was popular among Greek women for makeup.
    • Roman women used milky facials for skincare and colored hair to signify social class:
      • Noblewomen opted for red, middle-class women for blond, and poor women for black.

    The Middle Ages and Beyond

    • During the Middle Ages, women favored intricate hairstyles and focused on lips and cheeks for cosmetics.
    • Avicenna, a Persian physician, improved steam distillation around AD 1000.
    • The Renaissance era featured unique eyebrow shaving to enhance perceived intelligence.

    Victorian Influence

    • Queen Victoria's era saw a shift in dress and grooming influenced by social norms.
    • Masks made from natural ingredients were popular for skin care.
    • Victorian women used techniques like pinching cheeks for natural color.

    20th Century Innovations

    • Motion pictures showcased celebrities with impeccable beauty standards.
    • Max Factor created makeup suitable for filming, preventing caking under lights.
    • Charles Nessler invented a steam curling machine for hairstyling.
    • The introduction of croquignole wrapping followed World War 1.

    Notable Figures

    • Madame C.J. Walker gained fame for her hair care products aimed at various scalp conditions.
    • Marcel Grateau revolutionized curling irons with gas and electric versions.

    Advancements in Beauty Products

    • In the 1920s, societal views on cosmetics shifted; initially deemed improper, they became major advertising sources.
    • The first pre-heat perm method was introduced in 1931, enhancing curl longevity.
    • Ralph L. Evans and Everett G. McDonough developed a chemical heat method for curls in the same era.
    • Charles Revson marketed the first modern nail polish in 1932, influenced by automotive paints.

    Further Developments

    • Lawrence Gelb launched the first permanent hair color product in 1932 with his company Clairol.
    • Max Factor's pancake makeup in 1935 offered a natural look for color film.
    • Arnold F. Willatt created the cold wave in 1938, a precursor to modern perms.

    Major Milestones

    • In 1941, scientists invented a permanent wave using waving lotion.
    • Vidal Sassoon introduced geometric haircuts in the 1960s, transforming styling norms.
    • The 1970s saw French hairdressers popularize hair weaving techniques.
    • The 1980s marked a trend shift back to bold makeup styles, with heavy eye effects becoming popular.

    Contemporary Developments

    • Creative Nail Design launched the first spa pedicure system in 1998.
    • The term "day spa" was coined in the late 1980s by beauty legend Noel Decaprio, reflecting evolving salon trends.

    Studying That Suits You

    Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

    Quiz Team

    Description

    Test your knowledge on the foundational terms of cosmetology with these flashcards from Milady Chapter 1. This quiz covers essential vocabulary, including the history and art of hair styling, nail technology, and esthetics. Perfect for students beginning their journey in beauty school!

    More Like This

    Hair Curling Terminology Quiz
    3 questions
    Haircutting Chapter 9 Flashcards
    100 questions
    Cosmetology PSI Practice Test
    87 questions
    Hair Lightening Terminology Quiz
    16 questions
    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Browser