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The Ice Age refers to a period during which archeological studies reveal that haircutting and hairstyling were practiced in some form as early as:

  • 10,000 years ago
  • 5,000 years ago
  • 50,000 years ago (correct)
  • 1,000 years ago
  • Who were the first to cultivate beauty with extravagant fashions and use cosmetics as part of their personal beautification habits?

  • Egyptians (correct)
  • Romans
  • Persians
  • Greeks
  • Which group refined the process of steam distillation?

    Persians

    In Ancient Rome, women used hair color to indicate their _____ in society.

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

    During the Renaissance period, the unusual practice of shaving eyebrows was done to give women a greater look of _____

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

    A hardworking cosmetologist who approaches her career with a strong sense of _____ has endless career possibilities.

    <p>personal integrity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An unhealthy compulsion to always do things perfectly is known as _____

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

    The inner desire that instinctively propels you to do something is known as _____

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

    A talent and unlimited inner resource of ideas and solutions refers to _____

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

    The combination of exercise and recreation stimulates _____

    <p>clear thinking and planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The principles that include good character, proper conduct, moral judgment, and human relations are called _____

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

    Daily maintenance and cleanliness through personal sanitary practices is known as _____

    <p>personal hygiene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A confident and positive physical presentation is projected by _____

    <p>good posture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When servicing a client for the first time, a visual tool to showcase your technical skills is a _____

    <p>portfolio of your work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    As an employee, the correct time to discuss your performance, desires, and progress is during the _____

    <p>employee evaluation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A fiber protein that is the principal component of hair skin and nails is called _____

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

    The dermis layer is made up of _____ layers.

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

    The fatty layer found below the dermis is known as _____

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

    The tiny granules of coloring matter deposited in cells that provide skin with its color are called _____

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

    Oil glands that are connected to hair follicles are also called _____

    <p>sebaceous glands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Water is the number one nutrient of the body and composes what percentage of the body's weight?

    <p>50-70%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The most visible and functional part of the nail module is the _____

    <p>nail plate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The nail that grows the slowest is the _____

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

    Normal healthy nails grow in a variety of shapes, depending on the shape of the _____

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

    The part of human hair that projects above the skin is called the _____

    <p>hair shaft</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The fibrous protein core that projects above the skin is known as the _____

    <p>cortex layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The medulla, the innermost layer of the hair, is composed of cells that are _____

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

    When peptide bonds hold together very long chains of amino acids, they form a _____

    <p>polypeptide chain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The three different types of cross-links that form bonds between the polypeptide chains in the cortex are _____

    <p>hydrogen, salt, and disulfide bonds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The five major elements found in the skin, hair, and nails are known as _____ elements.

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

    Permanent waving and hair relaxers change the shape of hair by chemically altering _____

    <p>disulfide bonds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All natural hair color is the result of a pigment located in the cortex called _____

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

    Hair that has the largest diameter and usually requires more processing time is referred to as _____ hair texture.

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

    The measurement that describes the number of individual hair strands on one square inch of the scalp is called _____

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

    The ability of the hair to absorb oil or water is known as _____

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

    Chemical services performed on hair with low porosity require a solution that is _____

    <p>more alkaline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Oily hair and scalp are caused by improper washing or overactive _____ glands.

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

    The short fine and downy hair that helps the efficient evaporation of perspiration is known as _____ hair.

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

    The three growth cycles of human hair are _____, catagen, and telogen.

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

    A condition that is characterized by brittleness and the formation of nodular swellings along the hair shaft is called _____

    <p>trichorrexis nodosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Current research confirms that dandruff is the result of a fungus called _____

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

    Tinea is characterized by itching scales and sometimes painful circular lesions and is caused by _____ organisms.

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

    The type of fungal infection that is characterized by red papules or spots at the opening of the hair follicle is known as _____ capitis.

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

    The element of hair design that defines form and space is _____

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

    Contrasting lines are horizontal and vertical lines that create a hard edge and form a _____

    <p>90 degree angle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The part of the overall design that the client will respond to first is the _____

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

    The area surrounding the form is known as _____

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

    The element used to define texture and line and tie design elements together is _____

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

    Colors that recede or move in toward the head, creating the illusion of less volume are known as _____ colors.

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

    The styling choice for a client with a round facial type is _____ on top and closeness or no volume on sides.

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

    Shampoo that can leave hair dry and brittle and can cause fading in color treated hair is termed _____ shampoo.

    <p>high-pH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Water is the most important and abundant element on the earth and is classified as a _____ solvent.

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

    The treatment that passes water through a porous substance, such as charcoal or a filter to be purified is known as _____

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

    The water purification process used in the manufacture of cosmetics where water is heated to a vapor then collected as a liquid is called _____

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

    The lipophilic tail of a surfactant molecule is known as _____ attracting.

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

    Substances that absorb moisture and promote the retention of moisture are known as _____

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

    You should not massage or manipulate a client's scalp if there is a presence of _____

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

    To prevent fatigue, muscle aches, and physical problems when performing a shampoo, maintain correct _____

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

    During the shampoo procedure, the water should be monitored for _____ and temperature.

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

    A stylist should recommend a hair or scalp treatment only after having performed a _____ examination.

    <p>hair and scalp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    You should not use a high frequency current on hair that has been treated with tonics or lotions that contain _____

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

    The area that begins at the apex and ends at the front corners and is located by placing a comb on top of the head so that the middle of the comb is balanced is known as the _____ area.

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

    A line is a continuous mark that is used as a _____

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

    Lines that are up and down and are perpendicular to the floor are known as _____ lines.

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

    The straight lines that are used to remove weight and create graduated or layered haircuts are _____

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

    An important element in creating a strong foundation and consistency in hair cutting and creating shapes is _____

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

    The line dividing hair at the scalp, separating one section from another creating subsections is called _____

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

    The guideline where a small slice of a previous subsection is moved to the next position and becomes the new guideline is a _____ guide.

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

    In a layered haircut, if you want the hair to be longer in the front, overdirect the sections to a stationary guide at the _____ of the ears.

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

    The thickness or diameter of each hair strand refers to its _____

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

    The amount of movement in the hair is referred to as the _____

    <p>wave pattern</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The amount of pressure applied when combing or holding a subsection during a haircut is called _____

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

    The degree of tension used on hairlines with strong growth patterns or around the ears is referred to as _____

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

    When cutting with a vertical or diagonal cutting line, the best way to maintain control of the subsection is _____ to palm.

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

    The hand position that is used most often when cutting uniform or increased layers is _____

    <p>over fingers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After a haircut and before blow-drying a client, sanitation and disinfection guidelines require the practitioner to _____ and dispose of hair.

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

    Haircuts that generally have less weight than graduated haircuts are known as _____ haircuts.

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

    A basic haircut where the hair is cut at a 180-degree angle is known as _____ layered haircuts.

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

    In general, a razor should not be used on curly hair as it weakens the _____

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

    The cutting technique used to layer very long hair and keep weight at the perimeter is called _____ cutting.

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

    Thinning hair using a sliding movement with the blades of the shear partially opened to reduce volume and create movement is known as _____

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

    When using the slicing technique to remove bulk, the shears should never be completely _____

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

    The movement or amount of mobility in a curl is determined by the _____

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

    A section of hair molded in circular motions in preparation for a pin curl is known as _____

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

    Pin curls sliced from a shaping and formed without lifting the hair from the head are referred to as _____ curls.

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

    Two rows of ridge curls on the side of a head are called _____ waves.

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

    Ridge curls are pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a _____

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

    To avoid indentation when anchoring pin curls, do not pin across the _____

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

    Large diameter pin curls that are similar to a roller but do not have the same amount of tension are called _____ curls.

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

    A styling technique used to keep curling hair smooth and straight while retaining shape is called _____

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

    Combs that are used for thermal curling should be made of _____ rubber.

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

    Pressing combs with more space between the teeth produce a _____ press.

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

    The press performed when the hair becomes curly again due to dampness or perspiration is called a _____ up.

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

    A true classic hairdo created out of a simple ponytail that can be a simple style or dressed up is called a _____

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

    When executing an updo, inspect the shape from every angle to ensure that it is _____ and proportioned.

    <p>well balanced</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To avoid client misunderstanding and ensure a happy ending to every natural hairstyling service, perform a quality _____

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

    Updo braiding styles that add length or frame with waves or full curls are recommended for _____ face shapes.

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

    Most braided styles are appropriate for _____ face shapes.

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

    Hair that is referred to as virgin or natural hair has no previous coloring, chemicals, lightening treatments, or _____

    <p>physical abuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Extension material that may cut or break the hair and melt with application of excessive heat is called _____

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

    Study Notes

    Historical Context

    • Haircutting and hairstyling have their roots in The Ice Age as confirmed by archaeological studies.
    • Egyptians were the pioneers in cultivating beauty, using extravagant fashions and cosmetics in personal care practices.
    • Persians advanced the technique of steam distillation during ancient times.

    Social Indicators

    • In Ancient Rome, women's hair color reflected their class status in society.
    • During the Renaissance, women shaved their eyebrows to enhance perceived intelligence.

    Traits for Success

    • A strong sense of personal integrity is essential for a successful cosmetology career.
    • Perfectionism can be an unhealthy compulsion; striving for balance is crucial.

    Key Personal Attributes

    • Motivation drives individuals to take action, stemming from intrinsic desires.
    • Creativity is a vital resource for generating innovative ideas and solutions.

    Professional Development

    • Clear thinking and planning improve effective decision-making.
    • Ethics involve good character, proper conduct, and the ability to make moral judgments.

    Personal Care

    • Personal hygiene refers to daily cleanliness and maintenance practices.
    • Good posture can influence a confident physical presentation.

    Tools and Techniques

    • A portfolio showcases a cosmetologist's technical skills to clients.
    • Employee evaluations provide a platform for discussing performance and aspirations.

    Hair and Skin Composition

    • Keratin is the primary fiber protein found in hair, skin, and nails.
    • The dermis comprises two layers: papillary and reticular.
    • The subcutaneous layer is a fatty layer beneath the dermis.

    Color and Texture in Hair

    • Melanin is the pigment responsible for skin and hair color.
    • Sebaceous glands are oil glands associated with hair follicles.
    • Hair comprises water, constituting 50-70% of body weight; it is the body's primary nutrient.

    Nail Structure

    • The nail plate is the most visible and functional part of the nail module.
    • The thumb is the slowest-growing nail on the hand.
    • Nails grow based on the shape of the matrix.

    Hair Structure and Properties

    • The hair shaft is the portion of hair that extends beyond the skin.
    • The cortex layer is the fibrous core providing strength to the hair.
    • The medulla is the innermost layer composed of round cells.

    Hair Chemical Properties

    • Polypeptide chains consist of long sequences of amino acids linked by peptide bonds.
    • Hair quality is influenced by hydrogen, salt, and disulfide bonds among polypeptide chains.

    Hair Growth and Conditions

    • Types of hair growth cycles include anagen (growth), catagen (transition), and telogen (resting).
    • Trichorrexis nodosa is a condition marked by brittleness and nodular formations on hair.

    Fungal Infections

    • Dandruff results from a fungus called malassezia.
    • Tinea, a fungal condition, consists of itching and scales.

    Hair Design Elements

    • Lines in hair design define form and space, with contrasting lines creating distinct edges.
    • The silhouette is the aspect of the design first noted by clients.
    • Colors are instrumental in defining texture and tying elements together.

    Hair Treatments and Techniques

    • High-pH shampoos can leave hair dry and emphasize fading in color-treated hair.
    • Water, a universal solvent, plays a crucial role in the cosmetic industry.
    • Distillation is a water purification method frequently employed in cosmetic manufacturing.

    Scalp and Hair Care Practices

    • Humectants are substances that promote moisture retention in hair.
    • Avoid massaging a client's scalp if there are visible abrasions.

    Haircutting Techniques

    • Correct posture during shampooing is vital for preventing fatigue.
    • The bang area begins at the apex of the head and extends to the front corners.
    • A traveling guide involves moving a small slice of hair to establish a new guideline during a haircut.

    Hair Texture and Volume

    • Texture refers to the diameter of hair strands, affecting the styling approach.
    • Tension in hair cutting is critical for applying pressure during techniques.
    • Proper sanitation requires sweeping and disposing of hair post-haircut before blow-drying.

    Updos and Consultation

    • Updo styles must be well-balanced and proportioned from all angles.
    • A quality consultation is necessary to prevent misunderstandings and ensure client satisfaction.

    Face Shape Considerations

    • Different face shapes dictate appropriate styles; round shapes benefit from styles that add length while oval shapes suit most braided looks.

    Hair Integrity

    • Virgin hair is characterized by the absence of coloring or chemical treatments.
    • Nylon hair extension materials can damage natural hair and melt under excessive heat treatment.

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