Chapter Review Questions and Answers Chapter 1

CHAPTER REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS CHAPTER 1 1. What is the meaning of the Greek word kosmetikos? It means “skilled in the use of cosmetics.” 2. What Latin word is the term barber derived from? It is derived from barba, which means the beard or hair of the beard. 3. How did ancient Egyptian and Roman women temporarily wave their hair? They applied a mixture of soil and water to their hair, then wrapped the hair on crudely made wooden rollers to bake in the sun, creating a temporary wave. 4. Explain the significance of hairstyles in early cultures. Hairstyles reflected social status, class, and military position. Hair was dressed for ornamentation during battle. 5. What was the historical relationship of barbers to medicine? Barbers figured prominently in the development of surgery as a recognized branch of medical practice. Barbers were enlisted to assist monks and priests during surgery when Pope Alexander III forbade clergy to shed blood. Barbers regularly performed bloodletting and minor surgery, administered herbs, and later pulled teeth. 6. Describe the evolution of the barber pole. It has its roots in the medical procedure known as bloodletting. The pole represented the staff that the patient held tightly in order for the veins in the arm to stand out during the procedure. The bottom end-cap represents the basin used to catch the blood. The white bandages used to stop bleeding were hung on the staff to dry. The stained bandages would twist around the pole in the breeze, forming a red and white spi- ral pattern. Another interpretation is that the red represented the blood, blue the veins, and white the bandages. 7. Who was Madame C. J.Walker? A daughter of former slaves who was born in 1867, she developed a scalp condition in the 1890s that resulted in hair loss. She began working with commercial products as well as homemade remedies for her condition. She married C. J. Walker in 1906 and began to sell a scalp conditioning treatment door to door. In 1910 she moved her company to Indianapolis, where she built a factory, a salon, and a training school. She organized one of the first national meetings ever held for businesswomen in 1917, a convention for her Madame C. J. Walker Hair Culturists Union of America. A U. S. Postal Service commemorative stamp was issued in her name in 1998, the 21st in the Black Heritage Series. 8. When and where was the first hairdressing academy opened? In 1890 in Chicago, by Brisbois and Federmeyer. 1 2 CHAPTER REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 9. Describe the early development of permanent waving.Who developed the permanent wave machine? In 1901 Charles Nessler invented the permanent wave machine. In 1931 the preheat method was used in which clamps were preheated and placed on the wrapped hair. In 1932 a chemical mixture was developed that was applied to small flexible pads that, when moistened with water, would release a chemical heat that created long-lasting curls. In 1941 a waving lotion that did not use heat was introduced. Modern ver- sions of the cold wave, usually referred to as alkaline perms, are still popular today. The term texture services is used to describe the various permanent wave or relaxer services offered today. 10. Explain how salon services have expanded in the twentieth century. Advancements in technology and innovative techniques in haircutting, chemical services, esthetics, and nail extensions have broadened the industry. Haircoloring has evolved dramatically. Therapeutic skin care, makeup, and hair removal are all popular services today. Nail extensions and nail art are commonplace. Day spas that offer aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, massage treatments, nutritional counseling, and other salon services are found everywhere. The new services have transformed and expanded the role of cosmetologists, requiring them to know more than ever and making continuing education a necessity. 11. List career opportunities available to licensed cosmetologists in salons. Salon stylist, haircolor specialist, texture service specialist, wig or extension specialist, skin care specialist/esthetician, makeup artist, nail technician, day spa stylist or technician, salon manager or owner, retail specialist. 12. List career opportunities available to licensed cosmetologists outside of the salon. Makeup artist; product educator; cosmetic chemist; session hairstylist; stylist for TV, film, theater; styles director or artistic director; design team member; retail specialist, platform artist, competition champion, educator, writer, state board member, consultant, retail specialist. CHAPTER 2 1. How do you personally define success? (This is answered individually by each student.) 2. List and explain ten basic guidelines for personal and professional success. Build self-esteem; visualize success; build on your strengths; be kind to yourself; define success for yourself; practice new behaviors; keep personal life separate from work; keep energy up; respect others; stay productive 3. What are three common habits that can prevent people from being productive? Procrastination, perfectionism, lack of a game plan. 4. Explain the difference between motivation and self-management. Motivation is the ignition for success (it lights the fire); self-management is the fuel that keeps you going on your journey to success (the wood that keeps the fire burning). 5. What are the five basic human needs? Physical, emotional, social, mental, spiritual. CHAPTER REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 3 6. List at least three steps you can take to enhance your creativity. Stop criticizing yourself; stop asking other what to do; change your vocabulary; do not try to go it alone. 7. In three to five sentences, write a mission statement for yourself. (This is answered individually by each student - and was completed within the lesson plan.) 8. List three short-term and three long-term goals you have set for yourself. (This is answered individually by each student and is one of the learning reinforcement ideas/activities.) 9. Why is it so important to learn how to manage your time? By managing your time efficiently, you will maintain the steady energy level necessary to reach your success goals. 10. Name and describe the different learning styles. • Interactive Learners: Also known as imaginative learners.They learn by watching, listening, and sharing ideas; are highly imaginative; caring listeners; committed to making the world a better place.They like discussions and study well with groups.They ask,“Why?” • Reader/listener Learners: Also known as analytical learners. They learn by reading and hearing new ideas and then mulling over the information. They reflect on their experiences, analyze them and then think about them. They are organized, at home with details and data; great planners; concerned about structure; committed to making the world more understandable. They ask, “What?” • Systematic Learners: Also known as common sense learners. They learn by connecting information they are studying to real-life situations; they study best alone; they are good problem-solvers; highly productive; at home with tasks and deadlines; believers in their ability to get the job done; concerned about productivity; committed to making the world work better. They ask, “How?” • Intuitive Learners: Also known as dynamic learners. They want to try out what they are reading about. They embrace their experiences and act to extend and enrich them. They are outstanding entrepreneurs; highly energetic; at home with ambiguity and change; they believe in their ability to influence what happens; great risk-takers; concerned about growth and renewal; committed to challenging bound- aries. They ask, “If or What if?” 11. List the qualities and characteristics of professional ethics. Self-care, integrity, discretion, communication. 12. Explain the difference between personality and attitude. Your personality defines who you are. Your attitude is your outlook on life and stems from what we believe. 13. Explain the best way to deal with an unhappy client. By being respectful; practicing active listening skills and being attentive (agreeing with the client and then asking what you can do to make the service more to their liking); responding instead of reacting; and by believing in yourself. CHAPTER 3 1. Define image. List the elements of professional image. The impression you project; your conduct in the workplace; your appearance, attitude, abilities, and energy level; your speech and voice; your facial expressions; how you feel about people; your level of optimism. 4 CHAPTER REVIEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2. How does balance relate to good health? Balance means making the right choices for ourselves; it means properly balancing work, play, exercise, relaxation, nutrition, and so forth. 3. List and describe three basic habits of personal hygiene. • Daily bathing or showering as well as freshening up throughout the day as necessary. • Washing hands throughout the day as required, before and after each service, and after going to the bathroom. • Using underarm deodorant or antiperspirant. • Brushing and flossing teeth; using mouthwash or breath minds as needed. 4. List the general guidelines of dressing for success. • Clothing should be clean and fresh. • Clothing should be functional as well as aesthetically pleasing. • Undergarments should be clean and not visible. • Accessories should be simple. • Shoes should be clean and comfortable and give good support. • Shoes should be alternated from day to day; foot powder may be used also. 5. What are some methods the cosmetologist can use to reduce stress? Meditation, prayer, yoga, walks in nature, positive affirmations, deep breathing, establishing a daily rou- tine, rest and relaxation. 6. Explain the basic guidelines for a sound nutritional program. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, beans, and whole grains; eat a wide variety of foods to optimize nutritional intake, avoid salt, sugars, and fat; maintain a healthy weight; and stay hydrated. 7. Why are adequate rest and sleep important for good health? During sleep, your tissues and organs are being rebuilt and renewed.

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