Beauty Care (Skin) NC II key terms

A structured conversation with a client before service to gather health history, preferences, lifestyle details, and expectations, and to agree on the treatment to be performed and any limitations or contraindications.

The systematic examination of a client's skin using observation and touch to identify skin type, condition, concerns, and areas needing special care before selecting products and treatment steps.

The inherited, relatively stable classification of skin based on oil production and moisture balance, commonly described as normal, dry, oily, or combination, and used to guide product selection.

A temporary or treatable state of the skin such as dehydration, sensitivity, acne, or pigmentation that is not the client's basic skin type and may change with season, health, or habits.

Any condition, medication, allergy, or circumstance that makes a treatment unsafe or inadvisable for a client, requiring the service to be modified, postponed, or referred to a medical professional.

A client's clear agreement to a treatment after being told what it involves, its expected benefits, possible risks, alternatives, and cost, given freely without pressure.

A small controlled application of a product on a discreet area of skin, such as behind the ear or inner forearm, to check for an allergic reaction before a full treatment.

Any substance, such as a fragrance, preservative, essential oil, or latex, that can trigger an immune reaction in a sensitive person and must be identified before use.

A tendency of the skin to react with redness, stinging, itching, or tightness to products, friction, heat, or environmental factors, requiring gentle products and reduced treatment intensity.

The first step of facial care that removes makeup, sebum, dirt, and surface impurities using a product suited to the client's skin, preparing the skin for further treatment.

The removal of dead surface skin cells by mechanical scrubbing or chemical agents to smooth texture and brighten the skin, performed with care to avoid irritation or over-processing.

The controlled removal of comedones or trapped sebum from pores during facial treatment using correct technique, hygiene, and pressure limits to avoid tissue damage or infection.

A plug of sebum and dead cells blocking a hair follicle, appearing as a blackhead when open to air or a whitehead when closed, often a target of facial extraction.

A skin disorder involving inflamed or non-inflamed blocked follicles, commonly on the face and back, which may limit or contraindicate certain treatments and products.

The oily substance produced by sebaceous glands that lubricates and protects the skin; excess production contributes to oiliness and blocked pores.

A liquid applied after cleansing to refresh the skin, restore a comfortable pH balance, and remove residue, chosen to suit the client's skin type and condition.

A product that helps hold water in the skin and supports the skin barrier, selected by skin type and applied as the final step of most facial routines.

The use of sunscreen products and physical measures to shield skin from ultraviolet radiation, reducing risk of burning, premature aging, and pigmentation changes.

A sequence of controlled strokes and pressures applied to the face, neck, and shoulders during treatment to relax muscles, support circulation, and improve comfort.

The routine washing of hands with soap and water or use of an alcohol-based rub at defined moments to prevent transferring microorganisms to clients, tools, or surfaces.

Reducing the number of microorganisms on surfaces and tools to a safe level through cleaning and chemical treatment, suitable for items that do not break the skin.

A stronger chemical process that destroys most harmful microorganisms on tools and surfaces, used for items that contact intact skin and for contaminated work areas.

The complete destruction of all microorganisms, including spores, on tools and equipment, required for items that may contact broken skin or blood.

The transfer of harmful microorganisms from one person, tool, or surface to another, prevented by proper cleaning, tool separation, and hand hygiene between clients.

Items such as gloves, aprons, and eye protection worn to protect the worker and client from contact with body fluids, chemicals, and microorganisms during service.

A document supplied with a chemical product that lists its hazards, safe handling, storage, first-aid measures, and disposal requirements, kept accessible in the workplace.

Any source of potential harm in the workplace, such as slippery floors, electrical equipment, hot wax, sharp tools, or chemicals, that must be identified and controlled.

The process of identifying hazards, judging how likely and severe harm could be, and deciding what controls are needed to make a task safe.

A documented set of steps and responsibilities for responding to incidents such as fire, injury, chemical spill, or medical event, including evacuation and first aid.

Sorting waste into correct streams, such as general, recyclable, chemical, and contaminated sharps, so each is disposed of safely and lawfully.

Items with sharp points or edges, such as needles, blades, and broken glass, that can cause injury and require safe handling and disposal in designated containers.

A written record of an accident, injury, near miss, or unsafe event in the salon, completed promptly to support the client or worker and prevent recurrence.

The accurate and secure maintenance of client treatment cards, consent forms, product records, and workplace documents in line with privacy and legal requirements.

The duty to keep client information, such as health details and contact data, private and to share it only with those who need it for the client's care or as required by law.

The standards of honest, respectful, and responsible conduct expected of a beauty professional, including staying within one's training and putting client safety and welfare first.

The range of services and tasks a beauty care worker is trained and legally permitted to perform, beyond which the client must be referred to a qualified professional.

The standards of cleanliness and professional appearance of a beauty worker, including clean uniform, tidy hair, short nails, and minimal strong fragrance, to protect clients and build trust.

Giving full attention to a client by hearing their words, observing their body language, and confirming understanding through questions and summaries during consultation and service.

The steps taken to respond to a client complaint or dissatisfaction, including listening, apologizing, correcting the problem, and following up to restore trust.

The planned checks and standards used in a salon to ensure services, hygiene, and records consistently meet required and expected levels of safety and client satisfaction.