Facial Treatments and Basic Makeup
What the exam tests
This domain tests a safe facial sequence, hygiene during treatment, basic makeup preparation, foundation matching, sanitizing products and correct removal.
Core rules and concepts
- Facial sequence: consultation and skin analysis, cleanse, exfoliate, steam, extraction only if trained, massage, mask, moisturize and sunscreen.
- Keep steam at a safe distance and time; test temperature. Do not extract inflamed acne, moles or broken skin.
- Makeup preparation: cleanse, moisturize, prime if used, colour-match foundation, conceal, set, then add colour to eyes, cheeks and lips.
- Match foundation along the jawline in natural light. Check undertone and allow for oxidization.
- Sanitize palettes, sharpen pencils, use disposable wands and sponges, and never share mascara. Remove makeup gently at the end.
Worked example
A client wants a natural bridal look but her foundation looks grey. Reasoning: the shade is too cool or too light for her undertone. Test three shades on the jawline in daylight, choose the closest match, apply thinly, and check in natural light. The correction is shade and undertone, not a thicker layer of the same product.
Traps that cost marks
Do not steam too close to the face or over sensitive skin. Do not extract on active acne. Do not share mascara or unwashed sponges. Do not leave makeup on overnight. Do not promise a facial will cure acne.