New Jersey Cosmetology State Board Practice Exam

Clients with epilepsy should avoid light therapy because certain forms of light therapy, such as those that use flashing or flickering lights, have the potential to trigger seizures in individuals with epilepsy. The stimuli from these types of lights can sometimes disrupt the normal electrical activity in the brain, leading to a seizure.

While some other services, like facial massage or hot stone therapy, may require caution and should be approached thoughtfully with the client's health and comfort in mind, light therapy poses a direct risk related to the neurological condition of epilepsy. Hair coloring is generally safe for clients with epilepsy, although any chemical treatment should always be discussed with a healthcare provider to ensure it's appropriate for the individual.

It’s essential for cosmetologists to be knowledgeable about these risks and to consider the health conditions of their clients when recommending or performing any services, particularly those that involve light stimulation.