Preface. PART I, ORIENTATION - Chapter 1: Introduction. Chapter 2: Life Skills. Chapter 3: Your Professional Image. Chapter 4: Communicating for Success. PART II, COSMETOLOGY SCIENCES- Chapter 5: Infection Control; Principles and Practice. Chapter 6: Anatomy and Physiology. Chapter 7: Basics of Chemistry and Electricity. PART III, HAIRCARE - Chapter 8: Properties of the Hair and Scalp. Chapter 9: Principles of Hair Design. Chapter 10: Shampooing, Rinsing and Conditioning. Chapter 11: Haircutting. Chapter 12: Hairstyling. Chapter 13: Braiding and Braid Extension. Chapter 14: Wigs and Hair Enhancements. Chapter 15: Chemical Texture Services. Chapter 16. Haircoloring. PART IV, SKIN CARE - Chapter 17: Histology of the Skin. Chapter 18: Hair Removal. Chapter 19: Facials. Chapter 20: Facial Makeup. PART V, NAIL CARE - Chapter 21: Nail Structure and Growth. Chapter 22: Manicuring and Pedicuring. Chapter 23: Advanced Nail Techniques. PART VI, THE BUSINESS OF COSMETOLOGY - Chapter 24: The Salon Business. Chapter 25: Seeking Employment. Chapter 26: On the Job. A nswer key. Index.