Milady Chapter 1-4

Cosmetology is defined as the _____ of beautifying and improving the skin, nails, and hair.

• aesthetics

• art and science

• standards and codes

• technology

The term cosmetology comes from the _____ word kosmeticos, meaning skilled in the use of cosmetics.

• Egyptian

• East Indian

• Greek

• Russian

Studying the history of cosmetology can _____.

• help you to understand that ancient and modern techniques are unrelated

• expedite your educational path to becoming a professional

• narrow your chosen field of study to one or two options

• help you predict or understand current trends

Ancient Egyptians were the first civilization to infuse essential oils from _____ for use as perfumes and for purification purposes.

• rocks and minerals

• animal remains

• leaves and blossoms

• clay and sand

What were the royal colors of the Chou Dynasty (circa 1100 BC)?

• Gold and silver

• Blue and gold

• Red and gold

• Black and gold

What mineral, considered the chief source of mercury, was ground into a fine powder and used to make vermillion, a brilliant red pigment?

• Iron

• Cinnabar

• Silver

• Ruby

In ancient Rome, women used hair color to indicate their class in society. What color did poor women use to dye their hair?

• Black

• Red

• Brown

• Blond

What was the period in history during which Western civilization made the transition from medieval to modern history?

• The Middle Ages

• The Renaissance

• The Victorian Age

• The Industrial Age

Why did women pinch their cheeks and bite their lips during the Victorian Age?

• To punish themselves

• As a social custom

• To induce natural color

• As a nighttime ritual

Who were the biggest trendsetters in beauty applications in the early twentieth century?

• Motion picture producers

• Major business owners in the industry

• Inventors of new skin and hair products

• Celebrities and society figures