COSMETOLOGY Summer Langford

WHY DID I CHOOSE COSMETOLOGY?  I have always experimented on my own hair.  I like to help people.  Allows me to express creativity  I have always wondered if this is the career path for me.

OUTLINE o Thesis and Topics o History of Hair o Technology o Business o Product (video) o Mentor o Successes and Challenges

THESIS AND TOPICS Thesis: Through the years American women's appearance has changed dramatically due to social and political issues that, in turn, made women change and rebel. The profession and technology of cosmetology made it possible for women to fully alter their appearance in just a few hours. As the profession evolved, dying and styling hair became more popular. Today cosmetology is a very successful multi-billion dollar industry, and the future of this profession is looking very bright. History of Hairstyles Technology Business Aspect/ Future

HISTORY 1920’S  19 th Amendment was passed and women began to feel liberated  Their hairstyles reflected this by becoming shorter and bolder (finger wave, bob)  They started wearing makeup

1960’S  The “Hippie” Era  The Vietnam War began and many people opposed it.  They rebelled against the war and the social norm  Began wearing their hair extremely long  Afros and the beehive were also popular

TODAY  There are a countless number of acceptable hairstyles  Hair product commercials now emphasize individuality  Natural  Longer  Hairstyles that reflect self confidence Kelly Osborne Katy Perry

TECHNOLOGY  As far back as 3500 BC people were trying to cover up grey hair  First synthetic hair dye invented in 1907 by Eugene Schueller- L’Oreal  First hair dryers introduced in 1920’s  1951 Hair weave invented by Christina Jenkins  1968 Hair dye was refined by Lawrence Gelb, first permanent dye- Clairol  Marcel Grataeu invented first curling iron, straightening iron, perm

BECOMING A COSMETOLOGIST  State Licensed Cosmetology School  9 months or 1800 hours  8 hours of extended education annually Skills needed:  Creativity  Endurance  People Skills

BUSINESS  “Recession proof” job  Americans alone spend 3.2 billion annually  600,000 new independent beauty businesses launched every year  Highly competitive  Creativity, people skills, and customer service are essential  Demand will grow 20% in the next ten years

INTERESTING FACTS  The first cosmetologist were considered to be ancient hunters who masked their human scent with animal urine. They also covered their faces with mud to protect themselves from the elements.  Maybelline is named after the founder’s sister, Maybel, and the brand name Vaseline. Petroleum jelly was an active ingredient in their first mascara.  Ancient Greeks used Leech feces to dye their hair black.

PRODUCT

MENTOR Madeline Hirsh was my mentor. She taught me how to correctly curl hair, taught me a few braiding techniques, and has helped me with my product. She attends AB Tech and she is also my co-worker. I have really enjoyed working with her through out my project.

WHAT I’VE LEARNED Waterfall Braid French Twist Fishtail Braid

Crown Braid (French Twist) Teasing How to work with fine hair

SUCCESSES & CHALLENGES Successes:  I have decided that I want to persue Cosmetology as a career  Learned a lot of new ways to style hair  History of hairstyles really interest me Challenges:  Styling hair is time consuming  My hands shake  Finding people that will let me do their hair

THANK YOU JUDGES! Any Questions?