HEALTH IMPLICATIONS ON THE CONTINUOUS INDULGENCE IN THE USE OF COSMETOLOGY PRODUCTS

HEALTH IMPLICATIONS ON THE CONTINUOUS INDULGENCE IN THE USE OF COSMETOLOGY PRODUCTS

ABSTRACT
Cosmetology is derived from Greek word; κοσμητικός, kosmētikos, meaning “beautifying” (Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary, 2006) and -λογία, -logia) is the study and application of beauty treatment. A branch of specialty includes hairstyling, skincare, cosmetic, manicures/pedicures, and electrology. A cosmetologist is someone who is an expert in the care of makeup as well as skincare and beauty products. He or she can also offer other services such as coloring, extensions, and straightening. Cosmetologists’ help their clients improve on or acquire a certain look with the right hairstyle. Hair stylists often style hair for weddings, proms, and other special events in addition to routine hair styling. Some well-known schools for cosmetologists in the world today includes but are not limited to the Marissa Montoya Academy, Regency, Marinello Schools of Beauty, and also Empire beauty school. At these beauty schools students learn to cut and style hair, execute manicures and pedicures, and apply cosmetics. There are numerous techniques required to successfully achieve each desired look of the customer. Typical cosmetology school lasts around a year or a little less. Full-time salon professionals earn average salaries of approximately $48,000 with the potential of even greater earnings (Schmaling & Susanne, 2011).

HEALTH IMPLICATIONS ON THE CONTINUOUS INDULGENCE IN THE USE OF COSMETOLOGY PRODUCTS