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RCC Cosmetology Program

Finding Books at the RCC Library

Use the box above to search for books at the RCC Library.

Want to browse the library's shelves instead? Use these call numbers to locate books on the following cosmetology-related topics:

Personal beauty: GT 495 - 499
Human anatomy: QM 1 -695
Personal care and beauty: RA 773 - 778
Care and hygiene: RL 87 - 94
Diseases of the glands, hair, nails: RL 130 - 169
Hairdressing. Beauty culture. Barbers' work: TT 950 - 979

Select Cosmetology Books @ RCC

Cosmetology Exam Practice Questions by Cosmetology Exam Secrets Test Prep Staff (Editor)
Call Number: TT 958 .C67 2016
ISBN: 9781630940102
Publication Date: 2015-02-25
Cosmetology practice tests & review for the National Cosmetology Exam.
The World of Black Hair & Cosmetology Healthy Hair or Hair Abuse? a Guide to Shift Back to Real African American Hair Care by Tina Carter
Call Number: TT 972 .C373 2017
ISBN: 9781545607756
Publication Date: 2017-06-30
"Tina debunks common myths of hair care and dos and don'ts when it comes to weaves, braids, relaxers and more. She also instructs hairstylists on the importance of continuing hair education and client consultations. What Tina conveys most in her guide is that hair can empower women and their beliefs in beauty, as well as provide an opportunity for women to serve God"--Amazon.com.

Cosmetology Resources on the Web

Behind the Chair
Provides information related to all areas of the cosmetology field, including images, instructional videos, and news on the latest trends.
Cosmetology State Board Practice Exam
ProProfs Quiz Maker offers 100 practice quizzes and tests for students studying for their upcoming exam.
Hair Archives
A well-developed business plan provides your hair salon with a map for success and focus. Further, it can be used to obtain funding from banks or to recruit partners. A business plan outlines all aspects of your business, including your mission and goals, market, operations and financing.
Health Beauty | WebMD
This site provides tips to maintain healthy beauty. Topics covered include skin, hair, anti-aging, and cosmetic surgery.
How to Make a Business Plan for a Hair Salon
This site from USA Today provides information about writing a well-developed business plan. A business plan outlines all aspects of your business, including your mission and goals, market, operations, and financing.
Medline Plus Nail Diseases
The health of your nails can be a clue to your overall health. Healthy nails are usually smooth and consistent in color. Specific types of nail discoloration and changes in growth rate can be signs of lung, heart, kidney, and liver diseases, as well as diabetes and anemia.
Milady:
Provides quality educational and business training resources for programs in Cosmetology, Esthetics, Barbering, Nail Technology, Makeup, Massage Therapy, Salon & Spa Management and Business Training.
Occupational Handbook for Barbers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
Provides information about jobs, educational requirements, and salary expectations for specific occupations.
Skincareguide.com
Our objective is to provide skin care information that will help you identify and treat a wide range of skin conditions. Click on the links below to get more skin treatment information from our other skin care websites including: acne, herpes, skin cancer, psoriasis, eczema, fungal infection, rosacea, lupus, Lice, cuts and scrapes and more. You can also learn about anti-aging cosmetic procedures like botox and skin fillers.
Skin Site: Skin Diseases, Conditions, Treatment and Care
On the pages of this site you will find all of the information you'll ever need on skin problems ranging from the most minor allergic reactions to very serious diseases. Anything that manifests itself on the skin will be covered in full detail.