Cosmetology; the Professional Practice or Skill of Beautifying the Skin, Hair, and Nails
Cosmetology is the study and application of beauty treatment. In the simplest form, it is the professional practice or skill of beautifying the skin, hair, and nails. Cosmetology is the science which focuses on physical appearance of an individual and makes people look good. It consists of various branches that include beauty therapy and treatments for face, hair, body, and overall health care. Cosmetology is a term that comes from the Greek word kosmetikos, which means ‘skilled in the use of cosmetics.’
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Specific
disciplines in cosmetology include esthetics (skin care), hairstyling
(haircutting and coloring), nail care (manicures & pedicures), makeup
application, and other beauty treatments. The key difference between
dermatologist and cosmetologist is that dermatologists provide a medical
treatment related to conditions effecting skin, hair and nails, whereas
cosmetologists are concerned with beauty treatment; provides care for skin,
hair and nails. Cosmetology is the study and application of beauty treatments.
Dermatology,
hairdressing, tanning, body-guarding, spa management, nail care, among others
are the different branches of specialty within cosmetology. Moreover, cosmetology
have many subspecialties such as nail fashion and accessory design, spa makeup
and salon design, color coordination, makeover planning, hairstyling and
artistry, nail technology, grooming, esthetics, swimwear, accessories, makeup
application, and special beauty occasions. Cosmetologist work in order to
enhance and maintain a natural look.
Cosmetologist
is someone who is trained in applying makeup and styling hair, as well as they
are also trained to analyze skin including the scalp. Cosmetologists usually
have the freedom to work in whichever industry they love. There are more than
one million women registered and licensed as cosmetologists in the United
States and roughly several million more work as hair stylists. The basic
requirement to practice cosmetology is medical degree from any reputed medical
college. However, a license in cosmetology is necessary to practice the
profession.
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