Cosmetology · Facial Services

What is generally the first step in a basic facial after draping and analysis?

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Correct answer

Cleansing the skin

A Cutting hair
B Applying makeup
C Cleansing the skin
D Waxing

Why this is the answer

After draping and skin analysis, a basic facial generally begins with cleansing the skin to remove makeup, dirt, oil, and surface debris so that subsequent steps and products can work effectively on clean skin. Cleansing is followed by other steps such as exfoliation, extraction (if appropriate and within scope), massage, mask, and moisturizer/protection, depending on the service and skin needs. Knowing the logical order of a basic facial — starting with cleansing — is part of the facial-services content covered within the cosmetology exam.

Source: Skin & Nails — Facial Steps

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About this topic: Facial Services

Facial services questions cover cleansing, exfoliation, extraction, massage movements, masks and the equipment used — steamers, brushes, galvanic and high-frequency — with the contraindications for each. This is one of 11 Skin & Nails questions on facial services, each with a full explanation on a single study page.

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