Learn: Milady's Standard Nail Technology - Chapter 1 - History and Opportunity | Quizlet

What does the term cosmotology mean?

The art of improving skin, hair and nails

What does Nail Technology mean?

the art and science of beautifying and improving the nails and skin of the hands and feet

Personal beauty was practiced in some form as early as...

The Ice Age

What was animal sinew used for in the ice age?

Tying back hair

Who were the first people to use cosmetics as part of their religious ceremonies

The Egyptians

What did queen Nefertiti do for beauty rituals?

Hena on her nails, lavish make up and blended essential oils as signature scents

Who erected a cosmetic factory next to the dead sea?

Queen Cleopatra

What did Egyptians use to create make-up?

Minerals, Insects, and Berrie

What colour did the aristrocrats during the Shang Dynasty tint their nails?

Crimson or Ebony

During the Chou Dynasty who were the only people allowed to have gold or silver nails?

The royal family members

What was a status symbol for the ancient Chinese elite?

Long nails

Who were the first people to develop hairstyling?

The Greeks

What did the Greek women use for make up?

White lead powder, Kohl and ground cinnabar

During the Roman era, red hair was reserved for who?

Nobelwomen

During the Roman era, blonde hair was reserved for who?

Middle Class

During the Roman era, black hair was reserved for who?

Poor

What did the Romans use to add colour to their nails?

Sheep Blood

What did women during Renaissance wear that was different from other cultures?

Fragrance other than on just special events

What were some of the manicure tools made during the Renaissance period?

Bone or Metal

When was the Victorian Age

A.D 1837-1901

What did people use to preserve the health and beauty of the skin during the Victorian age?

Masks made of honey, eggs, milk, oatmeal, fruits, veggies, other natural ingredients

How did the women in the victorian age add color to their lips and cheeks?

Bit them

What did the Victorian women used to tint their nails?

Red Oil

What invention changed the standards of beauty in the 20th century?

Motion Pictures

What happened in 1910?

First emery board was introduced and is very similar to todays model

What was the name of the polishing paste used in 1917

Grafs Hyglo Nail Polish Paste

How much cosmetic advertising money was spent in 1915?

25 million

How much were the cosmetic sales in 1920?

33.5 Million

Which industry inspired nail polishes?

Automobile

What did women in the 1940's put on their lips?

Petrolium Jelly

When was mascara introduced?

1950's

What was the nail polish trends in the 1950's?

Hot Oil Manicure, Full Coverage, Frosted and Pastel Colours

What were juliette paper wraps used for?

adding strength or repairing a natural nail

What was model airplane glue used for?

Attaching false nail bits and even human nail clippings for added length

What were human nail clippings used for in the 1960's?

Attaching to natural nail for added length

Who invented the french manicure?

Jeff Pink

What was the popular nail shape during the 1970's?

Square

What was used for nail art during the 1980's that made it so popular?

Decals, jewls, metalic strips, hand drawn images

What decade was the day spa born in?

1990's

What did Creative Nail Design (CND) invent in 1998?

The first spa pedicure system

What were some other notable events from the 1990's?

Nail polish became longer lasting. UV gel systems grew in popularity, colour UV gel and polymer powders, nail enhancements swept the industry, demand for pedicure service was at an all time high

Why did UV gel enhancements become popular in the 2000's

Adhesion capability, thinness of application, permanent shine properties, no odor formulations

What are some nail strengthening services that could be done to natural nails?

MLPP, Silk Wraps, UV Gel Treatment

When talking about medical esthetics, what is a foot spa?

Safe mani/pedi for at risk clients. Where a nail technician works under a physician

What are some responsibilities of salon management?

Managing products, managing people, product stock, special events, inventory

What are some career paths you can follow as a nail technian?

Product marketing, public relations, product development, beauty school instructor, free lance editorial nail technician for photo shoots/events, distributor, sales representative, product educator for a manufacturer or distributor