Louisiana Cosmetology Board Practice Exam 2025 – 400 Free Practice Questions to Pass the Exam

A contraindication for performing a facial is a condition that can make the treatment unsafe or cause harm to the client. Severe acne or open wounds fall into this category because they indicate active skin issues that could be exacerbated by the facial treatment. Facials often involve the application of products, manipulation of the skin, and potentially the use of extractions, all of which can irritate open acne lesions or wounds, leading to increased inflammation, risk of infection, and potential scarring.

In contrast, while mild sunburn, dry skin, and aging skin may present certain challenges during treatment, they do not pose the same level of risk as severe acne or open wounds. Mild sunburn may require caution, but it does not immediately contraindicate performing a facial. Dry skin can often be treated during a facial, and aging skin typically benefits from such treatments rather than being contraindicated.