Cosme-terminology Quiz: Alopecia

What does the term Alopecia mean?

A. Abnormal hair growth
B. Brittle nails
C. Chronic split ends
D. Gray hair
E. Abnormal hair loss

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Cosme-terminology Quiz: Hair Porosity

What does the term "hair porosity" mean?

A. The amount of hair streams, whorls, and cowlicks
B. The average number of hairs on a head
C. The number of breathable pores in each strand of hair
D. The ability of the hair to absorb moisture
E. The percent to which hair can be stretched

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Name That Celebrity

People love Tori Amos for her music. The sexy singer is probably visually associated most often with her vibrant red hair. Wait until you see this star's Kevyn Aucoin transformation.

Would you recognize her as a glowing Native American woman?

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Cosme-terminology Quiz: The Cuticle of the Hair

How could you describe the cuticle of the hair?

A. The tough outer layer of the hair

B. The middle layer of the hair

C. Course, medium, or fine

D. Acidic or Alkaline

E. Both B and C

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Name That Celebrity

This is an amazing celebrity transformation with makeup and hair.

Can you guess who this famous daughter is?

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Name That Celebrity

It's amazing what makeup can do for a person.

This look was done by the late Kevyn Aucoin, such a gifted makeup artist.  Can you guess the name of this celebrity? I bet the answer will shock you.

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Cosme-terminology Quiz: Names for Teasing the Hair

Which of these is not another word for hair teasing?

A. Ratting

B. Scruffing

C. French lacing

D. Matting

E. Back-combing

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Beauty Trivia

Can you guess who the original Breck shampoo girl was?

Hint: She went on to enjoy a successful career as a model and actress.

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