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When the subject is cosmetology education, one name echoes around the globe, Milady's Standard Textbook of Cosmetology-used in 48 countries and developed in 5 languages, Milady's Standard is recognized as the undisputed industry leader and primary source of the most current and comprehensive information available for cosmetology students. This revised edition is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to pass state licensing exams and to provide professional cosmetology services. Drawing on the experience of many industry leaders, educators, and artists, Milady's Standard gives students a thorough understanding of both the theory and practice of all pertinent cosmetology subjects.
Table of Contents
PREFACE. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. INTRODUCTION. The World of Cosmetology. YOUR PROFESSIONAL IMAGE. Introduction. Your Personal and Professional Health. Physical Presentation. Personality. Effective Communication. Human Relations and Your Professional Attitude. To Be Successful. Professional Ethics. BACTERIOLOGY. Introduction. Bacteriology. DECONTAMINATION AND CONTROL. Introduction. Prevention and Control. Types of Disinfectants. Universal Sanitation. PROPERTIES OF THE SCALP AND HAIR. Introduction. Hair. Hair Analysis. Disorders of the Hair. Scalp CAre. DRAPING. Introduction. SHAMPOOING, RINSING, AND CONDITIONING. Introduction. HAIRCUTTING. Introduction. FINGER WAVING. Introduction. Horizontal Finger Waving. Alternate Method of Finger Waving. Vertical Finger Waving. Shadow Wave. Reminders and Hints on Finger Waving. WET HAIRSTYLING. Introduction. Hairstyling Basics. Artistry in Hairstyling. THERMAL HAIRSTYLING. Introduction to Thermal Waving and Curling. Blow-Dry Styling. Reminders and Hints on Blow-Dry Styling. Air Waving. PERMANENT WAVING. Introduction. History of Permanent Waving. Modern Perm Chemistry. Hair Structure and Perming. Perming Techniques. Special Perming Techniques. HAIRCOLORING. Introduction. Haircolor Consultation. Color Theory. Classifications of Haircolor. Permanent Haircolor. Special Problems in Haircolor/Corrective Coloring. CHEMICAL HAIR RELAXING AND SOFT CURL PERMANENT. Introduction. Chemical Hair Relaxing Products. Steps in Chemical Hair Relaxing. Analysis of Client s Hair. Chemical Hair Relaxing Process (With Sodium Hydroxide). Chemical Hair Relaxing Process (With Ammonium Thioglycolate). Chemical Blowout. Review of Safety Procedures. Soft Curl Permanent. Review of Safety Precautions. THERMAL HAIR STRAIGHTENING (HAIR PRESSING). Introduction. Analysis of Hair and Scalp. Special Problems. THE ARTISTRY OF ARTIFICIAL HAIR. Introduction. Why People Wear Wigs. Types of Wigs. Taking Wig Measurements. Ordering the Wig. Blocking the Wig. Fitting the Wig. Cleaning Wigs. Shaping Wigs. Setting and Styling Wigs. Putting On and Taking Off a Wig. Wig Coloring. Hairpieces. Safety Precautions. MANICURING AND PEDICURING. Introduction. Shape of Nails. Equipment, Implements, Cosmetics, and Materials. Preparation of the Manicuring Table. Plain Manicure. Safety Rules in Manicuring. Individual Nail Styling. Hand Massage. Hand and Arm Massage. Other Types of Manicures. Advanced Nail Techniques. Other Advanced Techniques. Pedicure. Foot Massage. THE NAIL AND ITS DISORDERS. Introduction. The Nail. Structures Surrounding the Nail. Nail Growth. Fungus and Mold. Nail Diseases. THEORY OF MASSAGE. Introduction. Basic Manipulations Used in Massage. Physiological Effects of Massage. FACIALS. Introduction. Facial Treatments. Facial Massage. Facial Manipulations. Special Problems. Packs and Masks. Reasons a Client Might Find Fault with a Facial Treatment. FACIAL MAKEUP. Introduction. Preparation for Makeup Application. Cosmetics for Facial Makeup. Makeup Techniques for the Black Woman. Facial Features. Lash and Brow Tint. Artificial Eyelashes. Safety Precautions. THE SKIN AND ITS DISORDERS. Introduction. Histology of the Skin. Disorders of the Skin. REMOVING UNWANTED HAIR. Introduction. Permanent Methods of Hair Removal. Temporary Methods of Hair Removal. CELLS, ANATOMY, AND PHYSIOLOGY. Introduction. Cells. Tissues. Organs. Systems. Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology. The Skeletal System. The Muscular System. The Nervous System. The Circulatory System. The Endocrine System. The Excretory System. The Respiratory System. The Digestive System. ELECTRICITY AND LIGHT THERAPY. Introduction. Using Electricity. Electrotherapy. Other Electrical Equipment. Light Therapy. CHEMISTRY. Introduction. The Science of Chemistry. Matter. Chemistry of Water. Chemistry of Shampoos. Permanents Waving. Chemical Hair Relaxing (Straightening). The Chemistry of Haircoloring. Cosmetic Chemistry. THE SALON BUSINESS. Introduction. What You Should Know About Opening a Salon. Operating a Salon. Selling in the Salon. Advertising. ANSWERS TO REVIEW QUESTIONS. GLOSSARY/INDEX.