UK Level 2 Make-Up Practice Questions - UK Level 2 Certificate in Make-Up (VTCT City & Guilds, UK) Exam - UK Level 2 Make-Up Practice Questions - UK Level 2 Certificate in Make-Up (VTCT City & Guilds, UK) Exam

Question 1

Under the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations in the UK, what must a salon do when introducing a new make-up solvent or aerosol?

Perform a risk assessment, obtain the Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and record it in the COSHH register. Test the chemical properties of the solvent in an independent laboratory before usage. Send the product package to the local fire department for safe storage certification. Ensure that the client signs a waiver taking full legal responsibility for any chemical burns.

Correct Answer:

Perform a risk assessment, obtain the Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and record it in the COSHH register.

Question 2

What is the primary difference between sanitisation (sanitization) and disinfection in a professional make-up environment?

Sanitisation removes visible dirt and reduces microbes to safe levels, while disinfection kills most pathogens on non-porous tools. Sanitisation completely sterilises tools using high steam pressure, while disinfection only washes away surface dust. Sanitisation is used exclusively for metal surgical tools, while disinfection is used exclusively for cream makeup. Sanitisation destroys all bacterial spores, whereas disinfection only removes visible makeup residue.

Correct Answer:

Sanitisation removes visible dirt and reduces microbes to safe levels, while disinfection kills most pathogens on non-porous tools.

Question 3

Which of the following practices is critical for preventing cross-infection when using mascara on multiple clients?

Use a fresh, disposable mascara wand for each application and never dip a used wand back into the product. Dip the mascara wand in warm soapy water for five seconds before putting it back in the tube. Wipe the mascara wand with a dry cotton pad between applications on different clients. Ensure the client keeps their eyes tightly closed to prevent tear fluid from contacting the wand.

Correct Answer:

Use a fresh, disposable mascara wand for each application and never dip a used wand back into the product.

Question 4

How should a make-up artist handle powder cosmetics (like eyeshadows and blushes) to maintain hygienic standards between clients?

Scrape the surface product onto a clean palette or spray the powder surface lightly with a 70% isopropyl alcohol sanitising spray. Wash the powder pans with warm soapy water and let them air dry overnight. Wipe the surface of the powder product with a damp baby wipe after each client. Place the powder products in a UV cabinet for 24 hours between clients.

Correct Answer:

Scrape the surface product onto a clean palette or spray the powder surface lightly with a 70% isopropyl alcohol sanitising spray.

Question 5

What is the legal responsibility of an employee (make-up artist) under the UK Health and Safety at Work Act 1974?

To take reasonable care of their own health and safety, and that of others who may be affected by their actions. To pay for their own personal protective equipment (PPE) and salon insurance coverage. To carry out annual Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) on all electrical salon equipment. To register the salon with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) on a monthly basis.

Correct Answer:

To take reasonable care of their own health and safety, and that of others who may be affected by their actions.

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