Esthetician (South Korea National Technical Qualifications in Barbering and Beauty) study guide
Esthetician · Work through your exam, one topic at a time.
An esthetician license is the credential a state issues to a practitioner who performs skin care services for the public-facials, cleansing and exfoliation, extractions, hair removal by waxing or depilation, makeup application, lash and brow services, and, where scope of practice allows, chemical peels and use of esthetic equipment. The licensing examination is one part of that state process; it confirms you know sanitation and infection control, skin science and anatomy, client consultation and contraindications, treatment protocols, and the business and ethics rules that apply in a salon or spa. The Esthetician study guide has 12 sections and about 3,106 words.
01Safety, Sanitation and Infection Control
This domain tests whether you can prevent pathogen transmission in a salon and respond correctly to exposure incidents. Expect questions on cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, hand hygiene, PPE, and OSHA/EPA requirements.
301 words, about 2 min02Skin Science
This domain tests the structure and function of skin, including the barrier, cell turnover, pigmentation, and the dermis. Questions often link product penetration and treatment choice to skin biology.
282 words, about 1 min03Anatomy and Physiology
This domain tests facial bones, muscles of expression and mastication, sensory and motor nerves, blood supply, and lymph drainage as they relate to safe esthetic services. Key facial bones include the frontal, zygomatic, maxilla, mandible, nasal, and lacrimal bones.
296 words, about 1 min04Skin Analysis and Client Consultation
This domain tests intake, visual and tactile assessment, contraindication screening, Fitzpatrick typing, lesion recognition, consent, and documentation. The exam favors safe referral over diagnosis.
275 words, about 1 min05Facial Treatments and Massage
This domain tests treatment sequencing, sanitation, massage movements, extraction limits, and contraindication management during facials. Sequence generally includes consultation, cleansing, exfoliation, extractions if appropriate, massage, mask, moisturizer, and SPF.
243 words, about 1 min06Hair Removal (Waxing and Depilation)
This domain tests wax chemistry, hair growth cycles, skin prep, patch testing, contraindications, and post-care for safe depilation. Hair grows in anagen, catagen, and telogen phases; waxing is most effective in anagen when hair is attached to the follicle.
280 words, about 1 min07Makeup
This domain tests color theory, foundation matching, sanitation, corrective techniques, and client safety during makeup application. Undertone can be warm, cool, or neutral; match foundation at the jawline in natural light, not on the hand.
215 words, about 1 min08Lash and Brow Services
This domain tests lash extension application, lash and brow tinting, lash lifts, patch testing, eye safety, and sanitation. Patch test lash adhesive and tint 24-48 hours before service, even if the client reports prior use.
233 words, about 1 min09Advanced Treatments: Exfoliation and Chemical Peels
This domain tests exfoliation methods, peel chemistry, pH and free-acid concepts, neutralization, contraindications, and complication management. AHAs such as glycolic and lactic acid are water-soluble; BHAs such as salicylic acid are lipid-soluble and more follicular.
261 words, about 1 min10Equipment, Implements and Modalities
This domain tests electrical safety, device selection, contraindications, sanitation, and correct application of esthetic modalities. Inspect cords, plugs, and grounding before use.
256 words, about 1 min11Professional Practices
This domain tests scope of practice, informed consent, confidentiality, documentation, referrals, boundaries, and professional conduct. Practice only within your license and training.
225 words, about 1 min12Business and Ethics
This domain tests pricing, inventory, retail, marketing, insurance, record retention, and ethical decision-making in an esthetics business. Price services from labor, product cost, overhead, and target profit, not only competitor prices.
239 words, about 1 min