Which step is commonly included in a facial treatment after cleansing?

• A. Protection of the client’s eyes.
• B. Disinfecting tools.
• C. Applying a facial mask and treating with appropriate steps during the treatment.
• D. Performing a full body massage.

Answer: (C)

After cleansing, the skin is ready to receive active treatment, and the most typical next step is to apply a facial mask tailored to the client’s skin needs and continue with the appropriate treatment steps that follow. The mask helps address concerns like hydration, oil control, brightening, or soothing by delivering targeted ingredients and preparing the skin for subsequent products such as serums, toners, and any massage or extractions planned. Hygiene actions like disinfecting tools belong earlier in the service setup, not as a direct skin treatment step after cleansing, and protecting the eyes is a safety measure used during parts of the treatment rather than the main targeted step. A full body massage isn’t part of a facial routine.