National Examination Esthetics Particle Microdermabrasion Additional Section CIB
Effective Date: September 01, 2025
Revision Date:
March 01, 2026
CANDIDATE INFORMATION BULLETIN (CIB)
PARTICLE MICRODERMABRASION ON THE FOREHEAD (10 minutes)
Domain Details
The following outlines the scope of content covered by the NIC National Examination Esthetics Particle Microdermabrasion Additional Section CIB.
1. PARTICLE MICRODERMABRASION ON THE FOREHEAD (10 minutes)
+ADDITIONAL SECTION+ Proctor - Verbal Instructions: Read to all candidates:
“You have 2 minutes to set up the supplies for the Particle Microdermabrasion section of this examination.
Please do not begin any procedures until the verbal instructions are given and you are instructed to begin.
Step back to indicate you have finished.
(1) The instructions will be repeated.
(2) You may begin.”
Proctor Verbal Instructions: Read if all candidates have stepped back to indicate they have completed the section before the timing has elapsed:
“All candidates have indicated they have completed this section of the examination, we will now proceed.”
Proctor Verbal Instructions: Read if the timer goes off before all candidates have stepped back:
“Please stop working.”
Proctor Verbal Instructions: Read to all candidates:
“You will perform particle microdermabrasion.
You will demonstrate horizontal strokes across the entire forehead.
You will then demonstrate vertical strokes across the entire forehead and conclude the service.
You will be expected to follow all client protection, safety and infection control procedures.
You will have 10 minutes to complete this section.
You will be informed when you have 5 minutes remaining.
Step back to indicate that you have finished.
(1) The instructions will be repeated.
(2) You may begin.”
Candidates will be evaluated on the following tasks:
7.1 Particle microdermabrasion products are labeled in English
7.2 Implements and supplies are visibly clean
7.3 Prepares client and candidate for particle microdermabrasion procedure
7.4 Performs particle microdermabrasion procedure
7.5 Concludes particle microdermabrasion procedure
7.6 Maintains drape throughout section
7.7 Items to be disinfected, soiled linens, and trash are disposed of in correct containers throughout section
Proctor Verbal Instructions: Read if all candidates have stepped back to indicate they have completed the section before the timing has elapsed:
“All candidates have indicated they have completed this section of the examination, we will now proceed.”
Proctor Verbal Instructions: Read if the timer goes off before all candidates have stepped back:
“Please stop working.”
(IF NO ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE ADMINISTERED) CANDIDATE CLEANUP AND FINAL SUMMARY Proctor - Verbal Instructions: Read to all candidates at the conclusion of the examination:
“All examiners have indicated they have completed their assessment.
Make sure that all kit supplies and disposable materials are taken with you.
This concludes the National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology, National Esthetics Practical Examination.
Thank you for your participation.”
SUGGESTED EXAMINATION SUPPLIES
Suggested supply list:
- This is a list of suggested supplies for the practical examination.
- Candidates are responsible for bringing all needed materials, even if not included on this list.
- Tools must be in good working order.
Information related to labeling of supplies:
- ALL supplies must be labeled in English
- No other languages can be present unless an original manufacturer’s label is present in English
- All other created labels must be only English
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