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Regents/Prentice Hall Textbook of Cosmetology, 3/E
Mary Healy, Bronx, NY

ISBN-10: 0136900097
ISBN-13: 9780136900092

Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 1993
Format: Cloth; 648 pp
Published: 02/23/1993

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Every fundamental skill needed to prepare for the state licensing exam is included in this third edition of our leading cosmetology book. Presented with an emphasis on competency-based instruction, the text covers all basic services in cosmetology and stresses the effects of cosmetic processes on hair and skin. Practical procedures are illustrated in step-by-step detail; theory chapters give the “why” students need to know. colorful design and glamorous “after shots” excite reader interest.

  • meets all content requirements for state license examinations across the country and Canada.
  • Elements and Principles of Design demystifies design and instructs budding cosmetologists in how they can creatively enhance their work.
  • incorporates successful career advice throughout.



 1. The Look You Like.


 2. Skin, Hair, and Nails.


 3. Anatomy and Physiology.


 4. Bacteriology and Infection Control.


 5. Shampoos and Rinses.


 6. Hair Damage and Treatments.


 7. Elements and Principles of Design.


 8. Hair Shaping.


 9. Precision Haircutting.


10. Wet Hairstyling.


11. Thermal Hairstyling.


12. Wigs and Hairpieces.


13. Chemistry for Cosmetologists.


14. Hair Coloring.


15. Hair Lightening.


16. Chemical Waving.


17. Chemical Relaxing.


18. Skin Care.


19. Makeup.


20. Removing Unwanted Hair.


21. Nail and Hand Care.


22. Electricity.


23. Heat and Light.


24. Building Your Salon Success.


Appendix A.


Appendix B.


Glossary.


Index.

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