{"id":40616,"date":"2020-03-12T09:51:39","date_gmt":"2020-03-12T13:51:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/?p=40616"},"modified":"2020-03-12T09:51:39","modified_gmt":"2020-03-12T13:51:39","slug":"how-to-keep-yourself-and-your-clients-safe-during-the-coronavirus-outbreak","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/how-to-keep-yourself-and-your-clients-safe-during-the-coronavirus-outbreak","title":{"rendered":"How to Keep Yourself and Your Clients Safe During the Coronavirus Outbreak"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]It seems like everywhere we turn these days, there\u2019s talk of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/emergencies\/diseases\/novel-coronavirus-2019\/advice-for-public\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">novel coronavirus COVID-19<\/a>. While, of course, it is a very serious matter, there <em>are <\/em>some positives as of late. For starters, it\u2019s been confirmed that over half of those diagnosed globally <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2020\/03\/04\/more-than-half-of-coronavirus-patients-globally-have-recovered\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">have since recovered<\/a>. This is great news!\n\nMoreover, while the coronavirus is still running rampant, it <em>doesn\u2019t <\/em>have to be the end of service industry professions, such as that of a <a href=\"\/your-makeup-career\/job-description-of-a-makeup-artist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">makeup artist<\/a>. \u201cBut wait,\u201d you might be thinking, \u201cdoesn\u2019t my whole job involve having to touch someone else\u2019s face? In a time where people are being warned not to even touch their <em>own <\/em>faces, how can that NOT hurt my business?\u201d\n\nYes, there\u2019s a heightened risk factor that comes with your particular career. A big part of your job is to touch your client\u2019s face. That can\u2019t exactly be avoided. Nor is it realistic for her to wear a face mask while you\u2019re trying to do your job.\n\nBut you still CAN do your job! The important thing to understand is that there are still lots of safety precautions that can be taken. These precautions will not only allow you to keep doing your job, but also help keep both yourself and your clients safe from catching any unwanted germs!\n<h3>So what are these safety measures? Let\u2019s take a look!<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;accent-color&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;75&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;40628&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/how-to-keep-yourself-and-your-clients-safe-during-the-coronavirus-outbreak\/#1_Wash_your_hands\" >1. Wash your hands.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/how-to-keep-yourself-and-your-clients-safe-during-the-coronavirus-outbreak\/#2_Always_keep_your_makeup_products_clean\" >2. Always keep your makeup products clean.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/how-to-keep-yourself-and-your-clients-safe-during-the-coronavirus-outbreak\/#3_Reschedule_if_youre_sick\" >3. Reschedule if you\u2019re sick.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/how-to-keep-yourself-and-your-clients-safe-during-the-coronavirus-outbreak\/#4_Encourage_your_clients_to_reschedule_if_theyre_sick\" >4. Encourage your clients to reschedule if they\u2019re sick.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/how-to-keep-yourself-and-your-clients-safe-during-the-coronavirus-outbreak\/#What_else_can_you_do_if_business_slows_down\" >What else can you do if business slows down?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Wash_your_hands\"><\/span>1. Wash your hands.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;15&#8243;][vc_column_text]As a professional MUA (and even just a regular, clean person), we hope this is something you\u2019ve <em>already <\/em>been doing up until this point! But in the midst of the coronavirus outbreak, it\u2019s more important than ever. In general, you should make a point to wash your hands at any of the following times:\n<ul>\n \t<li>Before and after you eat, or simply handle food<\/li>\n \t<li>After using the bathroom<\/li>\n \t<li>After handling an animal<\/li>\n \t<li>After holding or shaking someone\u2019s hand<\/li>\n \t<li>After touching any heavily used surface like doorknobs, railings, elevator buttons, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThere are plenty more instances where you should ensure to wash your hands, and a more complete list can be found <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/handwashing\/when-how-handwashing.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a>. But you\u2019re a makeup artist, so there are also specific times when washing your hands is also critical. Some examples would be:\n<ul>\n \t<li>Before and after setting up your equipment at a given job (especially if you\u2019re working on location)<\/li>\n \t<li>Before and after handling makeup products<\/li>\n \t<li>Before and after working with a client and touching her face<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nWhen washing your hands, ensure to use soap and warm water. If you\u2019re unsure how long you should be washing your hands, an easy trick is to hum (or sing, if you\u2019d prefer) the <em>Happy Birthday <\/em>song from start to finish, twice. If you want some catchier tunes to help time you, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.latimes.com\/entertainment-arts\/music\/story\/2020-03-03\/coronavirus-hand-washing-20-seconds-happy-birthday-10-songs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here are some other suggestions<\/a>!\n\nIf you\u2019re in a place that doesn\u2019t have easy access to soap and water, try to always keep some hand sanitizer on you. That can at least help sterilize things until you <em>are <\/em>able to wash them properly.\n\nLastly, but just as importantly: make sure that as much as possible, you don\u2019t touch your <em>own<\/em> face![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;40629&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Always_keep_your_makeup_products_clean\"><\/span>2. Always keep your makeup products clean.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;15&#8243;][vc_column_text]This is a big one, and again, something you should already make a habit of doing. Dirty makeup products are a big carrier of germs and other unwanted bacteria. Using contaminated products on a client would make it only too easy for them to catch some nasty bug and wind up sick.\n\nIf you want to know the horrifying truth about how easily makeup products can be bathing in bacteria, check out <a href=\"\/2020\/01\/are-your-makeup-products-bathing-in-bacteria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">this previous article<\/a> on the topic. (Just be warned: while informative, it\u2019s also a bit graphic.)\n\nPlus, you\u2019re the professional! Your clients are counting on you to always use sanitized products on their skin. You always need to ensure that you properly and regularly <a href=\"\/2016\/06\/cleaning-makeup-tools-wrong\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">clean your products<\/a>. Never let anyone else use your makeup products, and when working on a client, <em>never <\/em>double dip any disposable applicators.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Reschedule_if_youre_sick\"><\/span>3. Reschedule if you\u2019re sick.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;15&#8243;][vc_column_text]Even if you just have a small cough or slightly runny nose, contact your client and ask to postpone <a href=\"\/2016\/10\/5-things-tell-makeup-client-appointment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">the appointment<\/a> to another date. It\u2019s not worth the risk! While it very well may be nothing, you also can\u2019t guarantee that. The coronavirus is extremely contagious even if you have very mild symptoms.\n\nThe last thing you want to do is show up anyways, put your hands all over your client\u2019s face, and then pass along a potentially serious disease. From a business perspective, that\u2019s a bad move. From a <em>human <\/em>perspective, that\u2019s just inconsiderate.\n\nChances are, your clients will be more than understanding, given the circumstances. Yes, there may be cases where rescheduling isn\u2019t possible, and the only option may be the cancel altogether. We know you and your client don\u2019t want that. But at the end of the day, your health and the safety of your client comes first![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;40630&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Encourage_your_clients_to_reschedule_if_theyre_sick\"><\/span>4. Encourage your clients to reschedule if <em>they\u2019re <\/em>sick.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;15&#8243;][vc_column_text]Granted, they\u2019re not the ones touching <em>your <\/em>face or makeup products. But you can catch a lot of nasty bugs just by being within 6 feet of infected individuals. If you catch something from a client, you could then become potentially contagious yourself before you even show symptoms, and wind up getting <a href=\"\/2017\/08\/find-makeup-artistry-clients\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">other clients<\/a> sick. Not to mention that your own health would be at risk!\n\nCheck your availability and offer sick clients a couple slots where you\u2019d be free to reschedule. Chances are, she\u2019ll be willing to do so.\n\nThat being said, some clients may not be able to reschedule. They may push to keep the appointment. Know that you do have the right to refuse service. You\u2019re not obligated to work with a sick client. But should you choose to keep the appointment, make sure you take the proper precautions for your OWN health.\n\nFor starters, wear a face mask. While it can\u2019t completely protect you from catching someone else\u2019s germs, it could at least help your chances. Also, like we discussed above, wash your hands frequently. If the client came to you, make sure to disinfect the studio once she\u2019s left.\n\nWant to read a working MUA&#8217;s experience with how the coronavirus has affected her business? <a href=\"https:\/\/slate.com\/human-interest\/2020\/03\/coronavirus-diaries-makeup-artist-virus-transmission.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check that out here<\/a>![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_else_can_you_do_if_business_slows_down\"><\/span>What else can you do if business slows down?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;15&#8243;][vc_column_text]Realistically, there is a chance that while the coronavirus is a hot topic, many people may not want to book makeup appointments for the time being. So what other things can you do with your business, or even just the down time, to keep yourself afloat?\n\nThere are a lot more options than you may realize! If you offer other types of beauty services as part of your business, you can use this time to focus more on those.\n\nConsulting services, such as for <a href=\"\/online-makeup-courses\/skincare-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">skincare<\/a>, <a href=\"\/online-makeup-courses\/fashion-styling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">fashion<\/a>, and even <a href=\"\/online-makeup-courses\/hair-styling-essentials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">hair styling<\/a>, won\u2019t necessarily require you to touch your client\u2019s face. 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Many MUAs also run their own beauty blogs (or vlogs), to get their name out to a wider, global audience. 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