What aspect of a client's skincare routine should an esthetician inquire about during the consultation?

Inquiring about a client's skincare goals during the consultation is essential as it helps establish a personalized treatment plan. Understanding what the client hopes to achieve, whether it's addressing acne, anti-aging, hydration, or skin sensitivity, allows the esthetician to tailor products and procedures effectively to meet those specific needs. This approach ensures that the client feels heard and that their individual concerns are being prioritized, which can lead to enhanced satisfaction with the services provided.

While the opinions of the client's friends and family can provide some context, they do not directly relate to the client's unique skin concerns or desires. Knowing the client's profession might be relevant in some contexts, especially concerning exposure to environmental factors that could affect skin health, but it is not as directly connected to the goals of their skincare routine. Similarly, understanding a client's workout routine may be beneficial for providing recommendations on post-exercise skincare but does not encapsulate the overall objectives and needs of the client's skincare regimen as clearly as discussing their goals does.