What should you wash your hands with before touching clean supplies?
soap & water
What should you do with single-use items as you prepare for a treatment?
set them on a clean towel in the order they will be used
What should you do to accommodate the fact that some clients have never received facial or waxing treatments before?
explain to the client where to put belongings and how to put on the wrap
What do paper towels, tissues for blotting the face, and vinyl gloves have in common?
They are single-use items.
What piece of salon furniture is also known as an operator's stool?
esthetician's chair
What is a sharps container?
biohazard container for disposable needles and anything sharp
What is a dispensary?
room or area used for mixing products and storing supplies
What are implements?
tools used by technicians
What is facilitated by planning and preparing a well-stocked and organized treatment room?
function efficiently and provide good service
Why is it important for estheticians/students to maintain clean treatment rooms?
client safety and compliance with laws
What is the function of a magnifying lamp or light?
analyzing the skin
What can you do to accommodate walk-ins or unexpected requests?
keep wax heaters on all day
What is not a salon area in which supplies are regularly kept?
reception desk
What should you use to disperse products from jars?
spatulas
What should you have among your facial supplies in order to provide neck support for the client?
pillow or rolled hand towel
How long, approximately, is required for pre-heating of towel warmers and steamers?
15 minutes
When should you check the water level on the steamer?
Before preheating the steamer, check the steamer water level.
What is true about well-groomed hair?
Healthy hair is linked to healthy skin.
When working in a salon or spa, is it acceptable to wear nail polish?
Yes, if it is light in color
How can you convey a positive attitude?
good posture
Which structural feature is described in square feet?
size
Which structural feature must follow guidelines provided by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)?
proper ventilation
What can you do if you do not have running water in the treatment room?
bring in two bowls of water and a hot towel cabinet
The proper spa experience should engage how many of the senses?
five
What piece of equipment sterilizes the other equipment?
autoclave
In between clients it is a good idea to _____.
stretch and take 12 deep breaths
What is a bolster used for?
back support
Which treatment cannot be done in a facial station?
intensive peels
What is true about facial stations?
The client does not need to disrobe for these treatments.
How long does it take to set up for a service?
10 minutes
How long does it take to clean up after a service?
10 to 15 minutes
What is the correct order of products for an application procedure?
cleanser, massage cream or lotion, mask, toner, moisturizer, and other products as determined by the client's skin analysis
When setting up the dressing area, what is one thing you should never do?
touch a client's jewelry or assist them with removal of the jewelry
To avoid cross-contamination, how do you roll used linens?
roll them inward, so the dirty side is inside the laundry bundle
contaminated single-use items must be disposed of properly in a _____ waste receptacle
covered
_____, or an outline of the steps for setup and clean-up of the treatment room that will serve as a quick and easy reference for the estheticians at her salon.
checklist
There should be large enough to ensure proper movement
Size
These must be functioning and calibrated for two or more people.
Proper ventilation
Treatment rooms should have a minimum of four of these.
electrical outlets
This is ideal for a full-service skin care salon.
running water
These should be able to be increased or decreased during skin analysis and product removal.
Proper lighting
These should be tile or stone, reengineered wood, bamboo or vinyl, while these should be made of nonabsorbent washable synthetic materials.
Washable flooring and workstation surfaces
What piece of furniture is meant for the client's use?
facial chair
Whose comfort should you consider when choosing equipment for your station?
both your own and clients'
What is not a component of creating a relaxing, professional atmosphere in the treatment area?
stimulating scents
The treatment area should include relaxing music, calming scents, and a comfortable temperature.
The technician's stool should not _____.
have a set height
What type of equipment is used to analyze the skin and to perform detail work such as tweezing?
magnifying lamp
What is an electric warming device usually kept activated during the day for walk-ins or unexpected requests?
wax heater
Ergonomics
the study of adapting work conditions to suit the worker
What should you do first when preparing the treatment table?
place clean linens neatly on the table