Skin & Nail ServicesQuestion 257 of 484
Which is the correct general order in a basic facial?
a.Cleanse → exfoliate → massage → mask → tone → moisturize → SPF
b.Cleanse → moisturize → exfoliate → mask → tone → SPF
c.Mask → cleanse → moisturize → exfoliate → SPF
d.Exfoliate → cleanse → tone → mask → SPF
Explanation
A standard facial starts by cleansing the skin, then removes dead cells with exfoliation, optionally extracts where appropriate, moves into massage, applies a treatment mask, tones, moisturizes, and finishes with SPF for daytime sun protection.
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