Virginia Wax Technician State Board questions
and answers with solutions
Esthetician - ANSWER A specialist in the cleansing, beautification, and preservation of the
health of skin on the entire body, including the face and neck.
Esthetics - ANSWER Also known as aesthetics; from the Greek word aesthetikos (meaning
"perceptible to the senses"); a branch of anatomical science that deals with the overall health
and well-being of the skin, the largest organ of the human body.
Salon or Day Spa Esthetician - ANSWER They perform facials & facial massage, waxing & body
treatments applied both manually & with the aid of machines; can work in salons, day spas;
with experience. You may open your own salon or franchise
Clinical Esthetician - ANSWER Previously known as medical esthetics, involves the integration of
surgical procedures and esthetic treatments; may work in medical spas, dermatology clinics, etc
Wax Specialist/Brow Specialist - ANSWER Remove hair from the face and/or body mainly by
using hard or soft wax but also by threading, sugaring, and tweezing; can work in salons or day
spas
Manufacturer's Representative - ANSWER Responsible for selling products and training
estheticians and other staff members on how to properly use those products as well as how to
retail and merchandise; may be hired by product company's to represent them
Cosmetics buyer - ANSWER Frequently travels to markets, trade shows, and manufacturers'
showrooms, and estimates the amount of stock the operation will need over a particular period;
may work in department stores, salons, and specialty businesses
, Esthetics Writer or Beauty Editor - ANSWER Writes intriguing articles/posts that are of interest
and value to the esthetics community; freelance contributors or can work for a newspaper or
magazine
Travel Industry Professional - ANSWER Perform esthetic services within the travel industry;
cruise ships, airports, etc
Educator - ANSWER Teach the theory and technical application of esthetics; vocational schools
and some high schools
Cosmetic chemist and product developer - ANSWER create new products and develop new
technologies; be involved in the phases of development; got o trade shows to learn about new
ingredients; work for skin care companies
State licensing inspector or examiner - ANSWER Conducts regular salon and spa inspections to
ensure that managers and employees are following state rules and regulations and meeting
ethical standards
State Board Member - ANSWER conduct examinations, grant licenses, and inspect schools to
see that certain physical standards, such as those for space and equipment, are maintained.
Oncology-trained esthetician - ANSWER Knows how and when to modify spa services for the
safety of the client before, during, and after cancer treatments; can help enhance the clients
quality of life; work for hospitals, wellness centers, oncologists, etc.
Ancient Egypt (cosmetics) - ANSWER Used cosmetics for personal beauty, religious ceremonies,
and preparing for burial; henna was used as hair dye and temp tattoos as well as body art and
on the nails
and answers with solutions
Esthetician - ANSWER A specialist in the cleansing, beautification, and preservation of the
health of skin on the entire body, including the face and neck.
Esthetics - ANSWER Also known as aesthetics; from the Greek word aesthetikos (meaning
"perceptible to the senses"); a branch of anatomical science that deals with the overall health
and well-being of the skin, the largest organ of the human body.
Salon or Day Spa Esthetician - ANSWER They perform facials & facial massage, waxing & body
treatments applied both manually & with the aid of machines; can work in salons, day spas;
with experience. You may open your own salon or franchise
Clinical Esthetician - ANSWER Previously known as medical esthetics, involves the integration of
surgical procedures and esthetic treatments; may work in medical spas, dermatology clinics, etc
Wax Specialist/Brow Specialist - ANSWER Remove hair from the face and/or body mainly by
using hard or soft wax but also by threading, sugaring, and tweezing; can work in salons or day
spas
Manufacturer's Representative - ANSWER Responsible for selling products and training
estheticians and other staff members on how to properly use those products as well as how to
retail and merchandise; may be hired by product company's to represent them
Cosmetics buyer - ANSWER Frequently travels to markets, trade shows, and manufacturers'
showrooms, and estimates the amount of stock the operation will need over a particular period;
may work in department stores, salons, and specialty businesses
, Esthetics Writer or Beauty Editor - ANSWER Writes intriguing articles/posts that are of interest
and value to the esthetics community; freelance contributors or can work for a newspaper or
magazine
Travel Industry Professional - ANSWER Perform esthetic services within the travel industry;
cruise ships, airports, etc
Educator - ANSWER Teach the theory and technical application of esthetics; vocational schools
and some high schools
Cosmetic chemist and product developer - ANSWER create new products and develop new
technologies; be involved in the phases of development; got o trade shows to learn about new
ingredients; work for skin care companies
State licensing inspector or examiner - ANSWER Conducts regular salon and spa inspections to
ensure that managers and employees are following state rules and regulations and meeting
ethical standards
State Board Member - ANSWER conduct examinations, grant licenses, and inspect schools to
see that certain physical standards, such as those for space and equipment, are maintained.
Oncology-trained esthetician - ANSWER Knows how and when to modify spa services for the
safety of the client before, during, and after cancer treatments; can help enhance the clients
quality of life; work for hospitals, wellness centers, oncologists, etc.
Ancient Egypt (cosmetics) - ANSWER Used cosmetics for personal beauty, religious ceremonies,
and preparing for burial; henna was used as hair dye and temp tattoos as well as body art and
on the nails
