Milady CH 1: History, Career Opportunities, and Foundations

Historical milestones and essential life skills for the beauty and wellness industry, based on the Milady Foundations curriculum.

History

The evolution of products, tools, and techniques within the beauty industry.

Ancient Babylonia

Internal period of ancient history where both gold and silver nails first appeared.

1920s

The decade during which the lunula, or half-moon manicure, became popular.

1930s

The decade when the first modern nail polish using pigments was developed.

1970s

The decade during which acrylic nails and the French manicure first became popular.

Beauty school instructor

A career path dedicated to teaching new professionals the tricks of the trade.

Creativity enhancers

Behaviors such as being positive, seeking inspiration, and improving your vocabulary to bolster creative output.

Mission statement

A statement that establishes the purpose and values of an institution and often becomes its cultural pulse.

Short-term goals

Smaller, manageable pieces used to break up long-term goals so they do not seem overwhelming.

Integrity

A core quality one must embody to be considered an ethical person.

Discretion

An essential part of ethics that involves keeping client information confidential.

Diplomacy

Also known as tact; the ability to deliver messages in a kind and effective way.

Personality

The sum of an individual's characteristics, attitudes, and behavioral traits.

Professional image

The impression an individual projects through their appearance and conduct in the workplace.

$7/11$ rule

A professional guideline regarding the first impressions established when presenting a professional image.

Personal hygiene

The daily maintenance of cleanliness through the practice of good healthful habits.

Reflective listening

The practice of listening to a client and then repeating, in your own words, what you think the client is telling you.

Service record card

A permanent progress record of services received, updated with each client visit and completed by the beauty professional.

Client intake form

A document that should be started the moment a new client calls to make an appointment.

$$15\,minutes$$

The standard maximum amount of time a client reflects as being late before they are generally asked to reschedule.

Portfolio

A collection of work used to display talents and professionalism so potential clients can evaluate skills.