Week 6 - Skin Care 1 - History of Esthetics - A Journey through Time: Then and Now
an ingredient derived from african tree nut is glycerin tf
false
chinese say that cause of disease was imbalance tf
true
acupuncture is a thin needle placed under smin at specual nerve centres tf
true
allopathic medicine focuses more on symptoms than causes and does not accept treatments whose benefits cannnot be scientifically proven tf
true
Yang is Positive, bright, and masculine while Yin is Negative, dark, and feminine tf
true
Distillation is the main method for extracting essential oils. TF
true
What ingredient used as household remedy for gunshot wounds, sunburns, and other lesions
witch hazel
What was introduced to the professional skin-care industry by Dr. Howard Murad
AHAs
In the past, the beauty industry was dominated by hair care rather than skin care.tf
true
Western medicine is known as:
allopathic
Vapor caves, steam baths, and cold-water bathing were characteristic practices of whom the Victorians. tf
false
Hippocrates call blood, phlegm, yellow bile and black bile the components of a balanced qi or chi. tf
false
The word esthetics comes from the Greek word Aesthetikos which means perceptible to the senses. tf
true
Moxibustion is a Native American treatment that burns a dried herb known as a moxa at the site of an acupuncture point. tf
false
Ayurveda, the science of longevity or science of life, was developed in ancient India. tf
true
Ancient peoples used vermillion from the mignonette tree to dye wigs, hair and fabric. tf
false
Who developed concept of offering free gift with purchase
estee lauder
What was used by soldiers to reduce sun glare
lampblack
Traditional African medicine is believed to be about 2,000 year old. tf
false
The early Egyptians, Romans, and Greeks were obsessive about cleanliness and bathing. tf
true
Margurite Maury established the first aromatherapy clinics in Paris, Britain, and Switzerland. tf
true
What gets rubbed on the body as a perfume?
almond oil
The red pigment known as henna was originally obtained by grinding cinnabar. tf
false
Hippocrates used essential oils to help treat psychiatric disorders. tf
false
Modern esthetics integrates beauty, health, and wellness; using more of a medical approach tf
false
The holistic approach to wellness may be said to have begun with the Greek physician Socrates. tf
false
The ancient practice of Ayurveda, revived in modern spas today, is based on:
treating the whole person to heal the mind, body, and spirit
The Chinese believe that good health is based on the free circulation of vital life force called the four humours or qi which can be balanced using Acupuncture or Acupressure in conjunction with meditation and the use of herbs. tf
false
Herbal remedies were contained in authoritative books called pharmacies. tf
false
Who founded cosmetic and skin-care line using natural ingredients?
Aida Grey
The principles of Chinese medicine were based on a book written by FuXi. tf
true
Anti- aging body and facial treatments are aimed at the Generation Y population. tf
false
What is found floating in tropical seas?
Ambergris
Ocean water therapies are known as:
thalasotherapy
Who founded the Revlon Company?
charles and martic revson
Early practitioners believe that health could be achieved through meditation, exercise, proper diet and a balanced blood flow. tf
false
Shea butter is derived from an African tree nut and is still used today. tf
true
Renee Maurice Gattefosses was a French chemist who experimented with essential oils, andbelieved they were more effective than their synthetic counterparts. tf
true
according to the Chinese, the cause of disease was imbalance tf
true
The body's natural 24-hour cycle that among other things determine the times we sleep and awaken is know as are circle rhythms. tf
f
The Romans were best known for their elaborate baths, steam therapy, body scrubs and massage. tf
t
What is used for bathing, refining, and softening the skin
sour milk
The Romans are best known for their use of acupuncture. tf
f
The crushed plants and essential oils used in Hebrew health practices contain had antibacterial properties. tf
t
What wrinkle cream developed by Ortho Pharmaceuticals
Renova
Who opened the first esthetics school in the United States
christine valmy
Derived from material related to arsenic and tin
kohl
Early Ayurvedic, Greek, Roman and Chinese practitioners believed that harmony and balance was necessary for the survival and health of the body, mind, and emotional energy systems. tf
t
Who was the first to introduce professional skin care to department stores
adrian arpel
Who developed Flexible Greasepaint?
max factor
The first cold cream was created by Claudius Galenus an ancient Greek physician but it was not until 1951 when it was discovered that water could penetrate the stratum corneum that moisturizer came about. tf
t
The study of the physiological and therapeutic properties of mineral waters on the body is known as:
hidriatics
Before the end of the 17th century essential oils had a medicinal and preventive role; however, by the middle of the 20th century essential oils were frequently used in perfumes, cosmetics, and food. tf
t
Allopathic medicine focuses more on the symptoms than on causes and does not accept treatments whose benefits cannot be proven scientifically. tf
t