Beauty Care (Skin) NC II flashcards

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Service greeting time standard

The client is acknowledged within 30 seconds of entry, offered seating, and asked to confirm appointment details before the consultation begins.

Restating a complaint

The staff member repeats the complaint in the client's own words to confirm understanding before offering a solution or escalating to a supervisor.

Confidential client information

Client details are shared only with staff directly delivering the service or with the client's written consent, and never discussed in open areas.

What SDS stands for

Safety Data Sheet: a 16-section document describing a chemical's hazards, safe handling, first aid, firefighting measures, and disposal requirements.

Eye splash first aid

Flush the affected eye with clean running water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if present, then seek medical attention.

PASS extinguisher rule

Pull the pin, Aim at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep side to side until the fire is out.

Waste segregation categories

General, recyclable, and hazardous waste are kept in separate labeled containers; chemical and blood-contaminated items go to hazardous waste.

Cleaning versus disinfection

Cleaning removes visible soil and organic matter; disinfection reduces pathogens on surfaces; only sterilization destroys all microorganisms including spores.

Disinfectant contact time

The labeled wet time a surface must remain visibly wet for the disinfectant to work; wiping it dry early means the surface was not disinfected.

Single-use item rule

Items such as razors, cotton, spatulas, and lancets are used once and discarded; they are never cleaned and reused on another client.

Fitzpatrick scale purpose

A six-level classification of skin response to sun exposure used to estimate treatment intensity and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation risk.

Patch test timing

A small amount of product is applied to the inner forearm or behind the ear 24 to 48 hours before the service and the site checked for reaction.

Skin type versus condition

Skin type is the inherited oil and moisture balance (normal, dry, oily, combination, sensitive); a condition such as acne or dehydration is temporary and treatable.

Lesion referral criteria

A lesion that is asymmetrical, has irregular borders, varied color, or is changing in size is referred to a physician without salon diagnosis.

Standard facial sequence

Consultation, cleansing, skin analysis, exfoliation, extraction if indicated, massage, mask, toner, moisturizer, and sun protection in that order.

Extraction limitation rule

Only comedo-type lesions on softened, prepared skin are extracted; inflamed, cystic, or broken lesions are left alone and referred if persistent.

Mask selection by skin

Clay masks suit oily and congested skin, hydrating gel suits dehydrated skin, and cream masks suit dry or mature skin.

Facial massage direction

Movements follow lymph flow toward the lymph nodes using effleurage, petrissage, and tapotement, with light pressure around the eye area.

Humectant versus emollient

Humectants attract and bind water to the skin, emollients soften and smooth the surface, and occlusives form a barrier that reduces water loss.

Salicylic versus glycolic acid

Salicylic acid is lipid-soluble and suits oily, congested skin; glycolic acid is water-soluble and exfoliates at the skin surface.

Ingredient list ordering

Ingredients appear in descending order of concentration, except those below one percent, which may be listed in any order.

Steamer safe distance

The steamer is held roughly 15 to 20 inches from the face with vapor directed away from the eyes and mouth to avoid burns.

Waxing hair length needed

Hair should be about 6 millimeters, or a quarter inch, long for wax to grip it effectively; shorter hair may not be removed.

Wax application direction

Wax is applied in the direction of hair growth and removed against it while the skin is held taut to reduce breakage and discomfort.

Post-wax client advice

Avoid heat, friction, tight clothing, and sun exposure for 24 hours, and apply a soothing lotion to reduce irritation.

Body scrub stroke direction

Exfoliating strokes move upward toward the heart with pressure adjusted to client tolerance, avoiding broken or inflamed skin.

Scope of practice limit

Salon staff perform cosmetic skin care only; they do not diagnose conditions, prescribe medication, or promise medical results.

Hand jewelry rule

Rings, bracelets, and watches are removed before service because they harbor microorganisms, interfere with hand hygiene, and can scratch the client.

Appointment book entries

Each entry records client name, service, assigned staff, start and end time, and the price quoted to prevent scheduling and billing errors.

Record correction method

Errors are corrected with a single line through the entry, plus initials and date; correction fluid and erasure are not permitted.

Adverse reaction documentation

Record the product name and batch, time of onset, observed signs, action taken, and follow-up, then retain the record for review.

Quality assurance audit

Scheduled checks of disinfection logs, equipment function, and record completeness that identify gaps and trigger corrective training or process changes.