Oregon Esthetician State Board

What does the term “modalities” refer to in aesthetics?

1. Products used in treatments

2. Treatment techniques or methods

3. Types of skin types

4. Types of cosmetic ingredients

The correct answer is: Treatment techniques or methods

The term "modalities" in aesthetics refers to the various treatment techniques or methods used to provide skincare services. This encompasses a wide range of applications, including advanced technologies like microdermabrasion, chemical peels, and laser treatments, as well as various manual techniques like facials and massage. Understanding the different modalities allows estheticians to tailor their services to meet the specific needs and conditions of their clients' skin, enhancing the effectiveness of treatments and ultimately providing better results. Products and types of ingredients, while related to aesthetics, do not capture the broader scope of practices and methods that the term “modalities” signifies. Similarly, skin types are important in treatment planning but are not synonymous with the concept of modalities.