Basic Fundamentals of Cosmetology - Why Cosmetology Needs Chemistry

Basic Fundamentals of Cosmetology - Why Cosmetology Needs ChemistryOne of the most basic concepts in the world of Cosmetology is Chemistry. As a Cosmetologist, I am always asked the question of how much Chemistry I study. At first, I did not believe that Chemistry was an essential part of being a Cosmetologist but, lately, my students tell me that it is. So, is it?I don't think I should spend so much time talking about this basic fundamental part of the profession. I am sure you have heard of basic fundamentals such as the kitchen sink and back to the basics of Learning Theory (i.e. Basic Sequence). But what about Chemistry?My point is that basic fundamentals can get by without studying Chemistry because we do a lot of practical applications. In fact, if we were to do just as much research and study on Chemistry as we do on Home Improvement or carpentry, we would never finish our studies. A second career choice would be to go and be a mechanical engineer. But, chemistry is one of the most fundamental of all; so, does it need to be studied at all?Personally, I would like to find out what my own personal tastes are and then stick with that. While I appreciate the study of any subject matter, I do not necessarily need to study it if I don't want to. One thing I am grateful for is that I know that learning about Chemistry will lead to Chemistry application. I learned that through all my life long experiences in being a home beautician.Even though I learned so much from my years as a Cosmetology Student and Practitioner, I really never thought that I needed to learn it. I never even knew that it was considered 'Basic Fundamentals' when I graduated from Cosmetology school. Then, I worked for many years in the Industry and was constantly amazed by how different the world we are in has become.The ways in which people dress now are very different from the ways in which people used to dress. Where was it that people in the past would wear clothes made of materials that w ould give them the appearance of being healthy, or attractive? Now, in today's world, we have the ability to make clothes that have not only colors but also materials that are healthy for us.That is why I feel that we should be studying Chemistry as part of Cosmetology training and curriculum. Since the world has changed so much, it is important that Cosmetology teachers be updated on the new ways that our clients think and feel. And, I don't mean 'new' in the sense of fashionable or trendy. I am referring to the way that our client's dress and feel.So, if you are a Cosmetologist and need to know how to make hair more beautiful, or how to make your clients' eyes appear more attractive, then you need to know how to think, feel, and act in order to be a good problem solver. For example, we can utilize both the new way of how people dress and the fact that we can produce Fashionable and Healthy clothes. Cosmetology teachers have a responsibility to share what they have learned from yea rs of learning and practice. I for one, want to know how to use and apply my 'Basics of Chemistry' knowledge!