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CHAPTER 1 (ESTY)

History and Career Opportunities in Esthetics

QuestionAnswer
Who used cosmetics for personal beautification, for religious ceremonies, and to prepare the deceased for burial? Egyptians
Why did ancient Hebrews practice grooming rituals? They believed that their bodies were gifts to be cared for.
What exemplified the ideal of beauty in ancient Japan? geisha
When did women have high hairstyles that incorporated wire cages with springs to adjust the height, and sometimes contained gardens and live animals? Age of Extravagance
Where were makeup and showy clothing encouraged during the Victorian Age? theaters
What was a major cause of changes in style, skin care, and innovation of the beauty culture during the twentieth century? industrialization
What term refers to a person devoted to, or professionally occupied with, skin health and beauty? esthetician
Which career requires a knowledge of cosmetic chemistry, makeup and camouflage techniques, and business skills? esthetics writer
Who do commercial photographers often employ to work with models? makeup artists
Where are you likely to find licensed massage therapists working today? airports
One reason it is important to study the history of esthetics is that understanding how materials used in early beauty preparations can help in determining how materials are used today. TRUE
In early times, grooming and skin care were practiced primarily for attractiveness. FALSE
The ancient Romans are known for blending the edges of their natural scenery into their looks. FALSE
Since ancient times, Africans have created remedies and grooming aids from the materials found in their natural environment. TRUE
The practice of beauty culture disappeared during the Middle Ages and returned during the Renaissance. FALSE
It was a common practice during the Renaissance for women to apply highly colored preparations to their lips, cheeks, and eyes. FALSE
The growth of the Internet has made consumers less knowledgeable about cosmetic products and procedures. FALSE
The popularity of cosmetic surgical procedures has steadily increased since the late 1990s. TRUE
Private labeling and branding allow estheticians to create lines of products as simple or complex as they desire. TRUE
Any esthetician can prescribe and administer preparations from a compounding pharmacy. FALSE
The director of a school works closely with teachers, counsels students about licensing and placement, and maintains relationships with trade organizations and industry experts. TRUE
Estheticians interested in a career in product development should take classes in cosmetic chemistry. TRUE
Consumers are remaining in the workforce longer than previous generations, which has led to an increased demand for esthetics products and services. TRUE
Modern consumers view personal skin care products and services as a luxury more than as a routine. FALSE
As the population ages, it is expected that estheticians will find opportunities in new settings, such as lifestyle and retirement centers. TRUE
In ancient Japan, married women and courtesans made a paste of sake, tea, and this substance to black out their teeth iron scraps
Ancient Hebrews used this substance to prepare an ointment for cleansing hyssop
Ancient Greeks bathed in this and then dusted their bodies in fine sand to protect themselves from the sun olive oil
Ancient Hebrews used this to create balms to keep in body heat cinnamon
Ancient Hebrews used this substance in tincture form for oral hygiene Ancient Hebrews used this substance in tincture form for oral hygiene
Performs facials and facial massage, waxing,and body treatments, applied both manually and with the aid of machines day spa esthetician
May work in a mortuary, preparing the deceased for viewing makeup artist
Frequently travels to markets, trade shows, and manufacturers’ showrooms, and estimates the amount of stock the operation will need over a particular period cosmetics buyer
Calls on spas, salons, drugstores, department stores, and specialty businesses to help build clientele and increase product sales manufacturer’s representative
Performs services for pre- and postoperative patients medical aesthetician
Created by: mztina216
 

 



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