Makeup and Eyelash Services
What this domain tests
Makeup and eyelash questions cover sanitation, color theory, foundation matching, eye safety, adhesive patch testing, and contraindications. The exam expects you to protect the eye area and prevent cross-contamination.
Core rules
- Sanitize hands and tools; sharpen pencils; use disposable wands; never double-dip mascara or share eye products. Discard products contaminated by infection.
- Foundation matching: test on the jawline in natural light; match undertone (warm, cool, neutral) before depth. Color theory corrects with opposite hues: green neutralizes redness, peach or orange corrects blue or dark circles.
- For lashes, patch test adhesive according to manufacturer directions. Keep adhesive away from the eye and use proper ventilation.
- Contraindicate lash services with active eye infection, stye, blepharitis, recent eye surgery, or allergy to adhesive. Refer eye pain, swelling, or vision changes.
- Explain aftercare: avoid water, steam, oil-based products, and rubbing for the recommended period; use a clean mascara brush.
Worked example
A client arrives for lash extensions with a red, swollen eyelid and mattering. Reasoning: this suggests active infection or inflammation, not a cosmetic issue. Do not apply lashes or adhesive; reschedule and refer to an eye care provider. Document the finding and clean all tools and surfaces.
Traps
Double-dipping mascara; using the same adhesive bottle incorrectly; ignoring a stye; matching foundation on the hand; overcorrecting undertone; failing to patch test; promising lash longevity without aftercare.