DE Esthetician flashcards

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Delaware DPR

The Delaware Division of Professional Regulation is the state agency that licenses and regulates estheticians through the Board of Cosmetology and Barbering, handling applications, exams, renewals, and complaints.

Esthetician scope of practice

In Delaware, estheticians perform skin care services such as facials, waxing, makeup application, and non-invasive treatments; they may not diagnose disease, prescribe, or perform medical/invasive procedures.

Shop license requirement

A Delaware salon or shop must hold a current establishment license issued by the DPR; the license is posted at the location and is separate from each practitioner's individual license.

Reciprocity by endorsement

Delaware may license an esthetician already licensed in another state if that state's requirements are substantially equivalent; the applicant submits verification, fees, and any required exam or CE documentation.

Continuing education renewal

Delaware esthetician licenses renew on a board-set cycle and require approved continuing education hours; licensees must keep certificates for audit and complete CE before the renewal deadline.

Hospital-grade disinfectant

An EPA-registered disinfectant labeled as hospital-grade is used in Delaware salons to disinfect non-porous implements after cleaning; it must be mixed and used per label contact time.

Single-use implements

Items that cannot be cleaned and disinfected, such as porous materials, wooden sticks, cotton, and some wax applicators, must be discarded after one client in Delaware salons.

Handwashing and gloving

Delaware sanitation rules require washing hands with soap and water before and after each client and before donning gloves; gloves are worn when contact with blood or body fluids is possible.

Client consent form

A signed record documenting the client's informed consent, health history, and any contraindications; Delaware licensees keep these records and update them at each service as needed.

Contraindication

A condition or circumstance that makes a skin care service unsafe or inadvisable, such as active infection, open lesions, or recent cosmetic procedures; estheticians must defer or refer to a physician.

Referral to physician

When an esthetician observes signs of skin disease, infection, or a condition outside esthetic scope, Delaware rules require referring the client to a licensed physician rather than treating.

License display

Delaware requires the individual esthetician license and the shop license to be visibly posted at the establishment so clients and inspectors can verify current licensure.

Sanitation log

A written record of cleaning and disinfection activities, including dates, times, products used, and staff initials; Delaware inspectors may review logs during routine inspections.

Blood exposure procedure

If blood is present, the esthetician stops the service, gloves, cleans the area with an EPA-registered disinfectant, disposes of contaminated materials in a biohazard bag, and documents the incident.

Waxing contraindications

Waxing is avoided on clients using isotretinoin, on recently exfoliated or irritated skin, over varicose veins, moles, or active infection; a patch test and consent are documented first.

Patch test

A small application of a product such as tint or wax on a discreet area to check for allergic reaction before full service; results and consent are recorded in the client file.

Facial treatment sequence

A standard facial follows cleansing, skin analysis, exfoliation, extraction (if appropriate), massage, mask, and moisturizer/sun protection, with sanitation between each step and client.

Skin analysis

Visual and tactile assessment of skin type, condition, and contraindications using magnification and consultation; findings guide product selection and determine whether referral is needed.

Extraction technique

Manual removal of comedones using sterile tools and gloved hands after softening the skin; estheticians avoid extracting inflamed lesions and stop if bleeding or tissue damage occurs.

Chemical exfoliant safety

Estheticians use only non-prescription-strength acids at permitted pH and concentration, perform patch tests, avoid broken skin, and follow neutralization and post-care instructions to prevent burns.

Makeup sanitation

Delaware rules require spatula removal of product from containers, cleaning of brushes and tools between clients, and avoiding double-dipping to prevent cross-contamination.

Lash and brow tinting

Tinting requires a patch test 24-48 hours before service, protective barriers, and adherence to manufacturer instructions; estheticians must avoid contact with eyes and refer adverse reactions.

Electrical equipment safety

Esthetic devices such as steamers and magnifying lamps must be inspected, grounded, and used per manufacturer instructions; damaged cords or plugs are removed from service.

Material Safety Data Sheet

An SDS provides hazard, handling, and first-aid information for salon chemicals; Delaware establishments keep SDS sheets accessible to staff and inspectors.

Universal precautions

An infection-control approach treating all blood and body fluids as potentially infectious; Delaware estheticians use gloves, barriers, and disinfection for every client regardless of known status.

Sterilization vs disinfection

Sterilization destroys all microorganisms and is not typically required for esthetic implements; disinfection reduces pathogens on non-porous tools using EPA-registered products per label directions.

Implements cleaning steps

Used tools are first cleaned of debris with soap and water, rinsed, then fully immersed in hospital-grade disinfectant for the label contact time, and dried before storage.

Waste disposal

Blood-contaminated items, single-use sharps, and used wax strips are placed in closed waste containers; biohazard waste is handled per Delaware and local health department rules.

Client confidentiality

Client health information and records are kept private; estheticians share information only with the client or as required by law, and store records securely.

Informed consent

The client's voluntary agreement to a service after being told its purpose, risks, alternatives, and aftercare; documented by signature before treatment begins.

Adverse reaction response

If a client shows signs of allergic or irritant reaction, the esthetician stops service, removes product, applies cool compresses if appropriate, documents the event, and advises medical follow-up.

License renewal cycle

Delaware esthetician licenses expire on a board-set schedule; renewal requires a fee, completed CE, and a completed application submitted before the expiration date to avoid late fees.