Beauty Care (Skin) NC II study guide
Beauty Care (Skin) NC II · Work through your exam, one topic at a time.
Beauty Care (Skin) NC II is a Philippine TVET qualification under the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) framework, awarded to individuals assessed as competent in performing skin care services in a salon or spa setting. It suits entry-level skin care therapists, facial attendants, and salon staff who want formal recognition of their skills, as well as experienced workers who learned on the job and now need certification. The Beauty Care (Skin) NC II study guide has 9 sections and about 2,413 words.
01Workplace Communication and Customer Service
Client-facing work in a skin care salon depends on clear, courteous, two-way communication. Know the difference between verbal , non-verbal (gesture, posture, facial expression), and written communication (intake forms, consent forms, appointment records).
278 words, about 1 min02Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental Protection
You must know hazard identification , risk assessment (likelihood × severity), and the hierarchy of control : eliminate, substitute, engineer, administer, then PPE as the last line. Understand routes of exposure - inhalation, skin contact, eye splash, ingestion.
298 words, about 1 min03Hygiene, Sanitation and Infection Control
Distinguish cleaning (removing soil), sanitation/disinfection (reducing or destroying pathogens on surfaces), and sterilisation (destroying all microorganisms including spores). Know the chain of infection : infectious agent, reservoir, portal of exit, mode of transmission, portal of entry, susceptible host - and that breaking any link prevents transmission.
260 words, about 1 min04Client Consultation, Skin Analysis and Treatment Planning
Consultation begins with a client record and consent , followed by a structured skin analysis . Know the Fitzpatrick scale for skin phototype and its relevance to sun sensitivity and treatment caution.
264 words, about 1 min05Facial Care and Skin Treatment Procedures
Know the facial sequence : preparation (sanitise hands, set up, cleanse), skin analysis, exfoliation, extraction where appropriate, massage, mask, and finishing with moisturiser and sun protection. Understand the purpose and safe use of cleansing, exfoliation (mechanical vs chemical), extraction, massage movements, masks (setting, non-setting, thermal), and hydration .
267 words, about 1 min06Skin Care Product and Equipment Knowledge and Preparation
Know product categories - cleansers, toners, exfoliants, serums, moisturisers, masks, sunscreens - and their functions. Understand key ingredients and actives such as humectants, emollients, occlusives, alpha-hydroxy acids, retinoids, vitamin C, niacinamide, and antioxidants, plus their typical cautions.
273 words, about 1 min07Body and Additional Skin Care Services
Beyond facial care, know the scope of body treatments : body cleansing and exfoliation, body wraps and masks, massage, and hair removal methods (waxing, sugaring, threading, depilatory creams) where within scope. Understand draping and client modesty as core professional requirements.
266 words, about 1 min08Professional Ethics, Personal Grooming and Salon Operations
Ethics in skin care includes honesty, informed consent, confidentiality, scope of practice, non-discrimination, and avoiding false claims . Estheticians must not diagnose or treat medical conditions, must not make guarantees, and must respect client autonomy and privacy.
245 words, about 1 min09Records Management and Quality Assurance
Accurate records support safe, consistent care and legal protection. Know the components of a client record : personal details, consent, consultation and skin analysis findings, contraindications, products used, treatment performed, reactions, aftercare advice, and follow-up.
262 words, about 1 min