When is the use of gloves and other PPE required?

• A. Only when the client requests.
• B. Never.
• C. Always for all procedures.
• D. As required by the service, product safety guidelines, and board infection-control rules.

Answer: (D)

PPE use is determined by the exposure risk of the service and the rules that govern infection control. In esthetics practice, you wear gloves, masks, eye protection, or gowns as required by what the service entails, what product safety guidelines require, and what the board’s infection-control rules mandate. This means PPE isn’t left to the client’s preferences, and it isn’t automatically required for every single task (some steps may have lower risk), but it must follow the specific service protocol and regulatory guidelines. By aligning PPE with the actual risk and the official rules, you protect both client and practitioner and stay compliant with professional standards.