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aka microscopic anatomy
what is histology
ability to deliver truthful difficult messages in a kind way
what is tact
the science of designing the workplace as well as its equipment and tools to make specific body movements more comfortable, efficient and safe
what is ergonomics
a test for identifying a possible allergy in a client
what is a patch test
dye precursors that combine with hydrogen peroxide to form larger permanent dye molecules are called
what are aniline derivatives
colonies of microorganisms that adhere to environmental surfaces as well as the body
what are biofilms
erected a personal cosmetics factory by the dead sea
who is Cleopatra
colorless gas with a pungent odor that is composed of hydrogen and nitrogen
what is ammonia
grooming brushes that add polish and shine to the hair and have a bristle mixture consisting of
what is boar and nylon
grit used to quickly reduce thickness of any nail surface. used for boards and buffers
what is lower grit abrasives or 180 grit
what hair removal process removes hair from the bottom of the follicle
what is epilation
bacteria capable of producing a protective coating that allows them to withstand very harsh environment
what are bacterial spores
causing disease
what is pathogenic
aka as arch. area of the nail with most strength. located in the center of the nail
what is the apex
most complex of the cranial nerves responsible for biting and chewing
what is the fifth cranial nerve
tiny pits of severe roughness on the surface of the nail plate
what is nail psoriasis
large bone above the knee
what is the femur
aka traditional nails, cannot be removed with solvent
what are hard UV or LED nails
muscles that are attached to bones and are voluntary or consciously controlled
what are striated muscles
single celled organisms that do not have a nucleus
what is bacteria
disease causing microorganisms carried in the body by blood or body fluids
what are bloodborne pathogens
polish immigrant who invented makeup for Hollywood who wouldnt crack or cake
who is max factor
curved line where the pink and the white meet on a french manicure
what is the smile line
most common bacteria. short rod like bacteria that cause diseases such as tetnus etc
what is bacilli
aka as soakable. includes gel polishes , are removed from soaking in acetone 5 to 15 mins
what are soft UV and LED gel nails
bone that joins all of the bones of the cranium together
what is the sphenoid bone
all acid waves have 3 components consisting of the permanent waving lotion, neutralizer and
what is activator
not harmful
what is nonpathogenic
used to add crosslinks to natural nail plate. does not harm skin
what is dimethyl urea hardeners
once in the cortex the waving solution breaks the disulfide bonds through what chemical reaction
what is reduction
a type of infectious bacteria that is highly resistant to conventional treatments such as antibiotics
what is MRSA
chemical name for household bleach
what is sodium hypochlorite
deeper layer of the dermis, supplies skin with oxygen and nutrients
what is the reticular layer
one of the best ways for a business owner to protect personal assets
what is incorporating
a pioneer in the modern african american hair care and cosmetics industry
who is sarah breedlove aka madame c.j. walker
aka barbers itch. a superficial fungal infection that commonly affects the skin
what is tinea barbae
the grit used to smooth and refine surfaces. to shorten natural nails
what is medium grit abrasives or 150-180
chemical products that destroy all bacteria, fungi,and viruses(but not spores) on surfaces
what are disinfectants
metal implement with a grooved edge used for filing and smoothing the edges of the nail plate
what is nail rasp
hairstyling that does not alter the natural curl or coil patterns of hair
what is natural hairstyling
pus forming bacteria that grow in clusters like a bunch of grapes, cause abscesses
what is staphylocci
fatty tissue found below the dermis
what is the subcutaneous tissue
the process that completely destroys all microbial life, including spores
what is sterilization
what are the most common reducing agents used in permanent waving
what is thioglycolic acids
a chemical process for reducing the number of disease causing germs on cleaned surfaces to a safe
what is sanitation
another name for a law
what is regulation
the method of attaching extensions to a clients own hair with a bonding material and heat from a special tool
what is fusion bonding
the division of bacteria cells into 2 new cells called daughter cells
what is binary fission
listening and then repeating back in your own words what you think the client is telling you
what is reflective listening
effectiveness with which a disinfecting solution kills germs used according to the label
what is efficacy
the scientific study of the functions and activities performed by the boys structures
what is physiology
chemical germicides formulated for use on the skin
what are antiseptics
extensor muscles that turn the hand inward so the palm faces downward
what are pronators
grit used to buff, polish or remove fine scratches
what is fine grit abrasives or 240 grit or higher
the act of successfully sharing information between people
what is effective communication
initiator added to polymer powder used to start the chain reaction
what is benzoyl peroxide or BPO
organic acid that originally derives from the bark of willow trees. breaks down fats and lipids
what is salicylic acid
plastic nail tips are made of this
what is acrylonitrile butadiene styrene or ABS
powerful tuberculocidal disinfectants. not for use on skin
what are phenolics
organic compound that has super hydrating effect on skin cells. used in callus softeners to over moisturize and hydrate
what is urea