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Milady's Standard Esthetics Fundamentals, tenth edition is an introductory text for students who are enrolled in an esthetics training course up to 600 hours. The text is designed to deliver a complete overview of all of the information necessary to introduce a newcomer to the world of professional skin care, including human anatomy, chemistry, electricity, skin analysis, conditions and disorders. Learners are given a comprehensive tour of the most well-known, best-used treatment techniques and services requested by clients: facial massage, the use of facial machines, hair removal, advanced topicals and makeup. The material covers the history of and the opportunities in Esthetics, as well as how to create a competent and lasting professional image and effectively communicate for success in the skin care business. The text prepares the learner for management of the skin care business operations and successful retailing of products and services.

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PublisherDelamr Cengage Learning

ISBN-101428318925

ISBN-139781428318922

eBay Product ID (ePID)66023358

Product Key Features

Number of Pages672 Pages

Publication NameMilady's Standard Esthetics : Fundamentals

LanguageEnglish

SubjectBeauty & Grooming, General

Publication Year2008

TypeTextbook

AuthorJoel Gerson

Subject AreaHealth & Fitness

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height1.1 in

Item Weight62.5 Oz

Item Length11 in

Item Width8.8 in

Additional Product Features

Edition Number10

LCCN2008-926532

ReviewsThe text is truly the "Estheticians textbook". The past texts were adequate, but it is obvious that this text was written and sanctioned by true esthetic professionals who have actually worked in the field.

Dewey Edition22

Target AudienceCollege Audience

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal646.72

Lc Classification NumberTt957

Table of ContentPart 1: Orientation.1. History and Career Opportunities in Esthetics.2. Your Professional Image.3. Communicating for Success.Part 2: General Sciences.4. Infection Control: Principles and Practice.5. General Anatomy and Physiology.6. Basics of Chemistry.7. Basics of Electricity.8. Basics of Nutrition.Part 3: Skin Sciences.9. Physiology and Histology of the Skin.10. Disorders and Diseases of the Skin.11. Skin Analysis.12. Skin Care Products: Chemistry, Ingredients and Selection.Part 4: Esthetics.13: The Treatment Room.14: Basic Facials.15: Facial Massage.16: Facial Machines.17: Hair Removal.18. Advanced Topics and Treatments.19. The World of Makeup.Part 5: Business Skills.20. Career Planning.21. The Skin Care Business.22. Selling Products and Services.