Lip color can be applied directly from the container. Which statement is true?

• A. Never
• B. Sometimes
• C. Always
• D. Only for sample sizes

Answer: (A)

Maintaining sanitation and preventing contamination is the guiding idea. Lip color should never be applied directly from the container because bacteria, saliva, and oils from the lips can transfer into the product with every use. This can compromise hygiene and potentially cause irritation or infections for clients. The safer approach is to use a clean, disposable applicator or a sanitary spatula to remove a small amount and apply it, keeping the container closed when not in use. If using samples, handle with disposable wands and discard after each client. For these safety reasons, the statement is never true.