Name a common contra-indication that would prevent a facial from being performed without medical clearance.

• A. Mild eczema on the hands.
• B. Active contagious skin infection (e.g., impetigo) or uncontrolled skin disease.
• C. Recent sunburn that has faded.
• D. Occasional facial redness after exercise.

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is safety and infection control: only perform a facial if there isn’t a condition that could be spread to others or worsened by treatment, or unless medical clearance is obtained. An active contagious skin infection (like impetigo) or an uncontrolled skin disease is the clear contra-indication because it poses a risk of spreading the infection to staff and other clients and could be aggravated by facial treatments. In that scenario, you would pause and refer the client for medical evaluation before any facial work is considered.

Mild eczema on the hands isn’t on the treated area and isn’t contagious, so it doesn’t automatically prevent a facial. A recent sunburn that has faded isn’t currently active and isn’t a barrier by itself, though fresh sunburn would be a different case. Occasional facial redness after exercise is a natural response and not a contraindication unless there are other concerns.