Ch1 Vocab
A branch of anatomical science that deals with the overall health and well-being of the skin, the largest organ of the human body. From the Greek word aesthetikos (meaning “perceptible to the senses”)
What is esthetics?
This culture frequently bathed in olive oil.
What are the ancient Greeks?
A social media presence is typically a requirement for this position.
What is a beauty editor?
Tools used by technicians to perform services. These tools can be reusable or disposable.
What are implements?
A tool that is used to analyze the skin.
What is a magnifying lamp?
A specialist in the cleansing, beautification, and preservation of the health of skin on the entire body, including the face and neck.
What is an esthetician?
In this time period did women pinch their cheeks and bit their lips to induce natural color rather than use cosmetics such as lipstick and rouge?
What is the Victorian age?
A medical setting is where this person works.
What is a Clinical esthetician?
A room or area used for mixing products and storing supplies.
What is a dispensary?
The amount of time, approximately, that is required for pre-heating of towel warmers and steamers.
What is 10-15 minutes?
The Greek word meaning skilled in the use of cosmetics.
What is kosmetikos?
This time period is when a bare (shaved or tweezed) eyebrow thought to signify greater intelligence.
What is the Renaissance?
An esthetician whose job is to train others on product knowledge and how to sell products.
What is a manufacturer's representative?
Aa rolling card that holds tools, supplies, and products.
What is a trolley?
This piece of salon furniture is also known as an operator’s stool.
What is an esthetician's chair?
The study and treatment of cancer and tumors.
What is oncology?
These are magnificent public buildings the ancient Romans famous for constructing.
What are bath houses?
An establishment that is most appealing to those who appreciate working with a constantly changing clientele.
What is a resort spa?
A skin care treatment area within the reception or retail area of the facility, where clients can have express skin care treatments without having to change clothes.
What is a facial station or facial bar?
A good way to convey a positive attitude.
What is good posture?
A dye obtained from the powdered leaves and shoots of the mignonette tree; used as a reddish hair dye and in temporary design tattooing.
What is Henna?
This culture used turmeric as a main ingredient in their facial masks to prevent wrinkles and skin discoloration.
What were the ancient Chinese?
Someone in this career needs to be prepared to conduct examinations, grant licenses, and inspect schools to see that certain physical standards, such as those for space and equipment, are maintained.
What is a state board member?
A biohazard container for disposable needles and anything sharp.
What is a sharps container?
This piece of equipment sterilizes the other equipment.
What is an autoclave?