Beauty Therapy Level 3 Practice Exam 2026 – Complete Study Resource

After high-frequency treatment the skin is temporarily more sensitive and the surface can be slightly irritated. Putting makeup on too soon can clog pores, trap bacteria, and irritate the skin while its barrier is still recovering. Waiting up to eight hours gives the skin time to calm, reduces the risk of breakouts or a reaction, and allows any temporary redness to subside before cosmetics are applied. If the skin looks and feels calm sooner, makeup might be possible, but the standard guidance for this treatment is to avoid makeup for up to eight hours.