Skin & Nail ServicesQuestion 269 of 484
Which facial massage movement is generally light, stroking, and used to begin and end a massage?
a.Effleurage
b.Friction
c.Tapotement
d.Petrissage
Explanation
Effleurage is a light, gliding stroke used to begin and end a massage and to apply product. Petrissage is kneading; friction is deep rubbing; tapotement is tapping or percussive movement and is generally avoided on delicate facial skin.
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