Gerson, a technical consultant to skin care manufacturers, reviews general concepts of sanitation, anatomy and physiology, and cosmetic chemistry, then covers skin disorders, product selection, and principles of esthetic procedures, as well as business aspects and career planning. This newly titled

Table of Contents

PART I: Getting Started/Orientation, Skin Care: History and Opportunities, Your Professional Image. PART II: General Sciences, Sanitation and Disinfections, Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry and Analysis, Cosmetic Chemistry, Basics of Electricity. PART III: Skin Sciences, History of the Skin, Skin Types and Conditions, Skin Disorders and Diseases. PART IV: The Principles of Basic Esthetics, The Treatment Rooms, Massage, Basic Facials and Treatments, Intermediate Skin Treatments, Machines, Basic Hair Removal Techniques, Advanced Skin Treatments; an Overview, The World of Makeup. PART V: The Business of Skin Care, The Salon/Spa Business, Selling Products and Services, Career Planning.