Beauty Salon Staff, Services & English Vocabulary for Students

Posted on Feb 16, 2026 in Administration and Management

Listening: Conversation and Questions

LISTENING: Listen and read the web page again. What kind of students does Lynn teach at the beauty college? Lynn teaches students who are studying to become beauticians in the future and who are showing signs of being successful.

1. What is the conversation mainly about? A: How many staff are employed.

2. What job will the receptionist probably have in the future? C: Masseur.

Receptionist Dialogue

Receptionist: Welcome to Bella Salon. I’m Michelle, the 1) receptionist.

Client: Good 2) morning. I’m Patty Moore.

Receptionist: Is this your 3) first time here?

Client: Err… Yes, it is.

Receptionist: Well, let me tell you something about us. We’re a small 4) salon with friendly, professional staff.

Client: Is there a 5) hairdresser here?

Receptionist: Yes, our team includes two hairdressers. There’s also a nail technician and a 6) makeup artist.

Client: There’s no masseur on the 7) staff.

Receptionist: Not yet. But in March I plan to join the team as a masseur when I’ve finished my training.

Writing: Team Members (as from 2/16/2012)

As from 2/16/2012, there are 3 full-time team members:

  • Lynn: Nail technician – Manicures, repairs and extends nails using acrylic extensions. An expert at nail art techniques and decoration.
  • Frederico: Makeup artist / hairdresser – Trained in applying makeup for special events: weddings, celebrations, etc. Won an Academy Award for special-effects makeup in theatrical, television, movie and fashion magazines. Celebrity hair stylist, renowned for his work as a showbiz and TV hairdresser.
  • Michelle: Receptionist / assistant – Receives and greets clients, sets appointments and answers inquiries. Keeps clients’ records up to date. Handles secretarial and administrative tasks. Studying massage therapy. Will join the team as a masseuse in March.

Vocabulary: Salon and Spa Terms

1. Collin’s colorist thinks that the woman should change her hair from black to dark brown.

2. Janet is a very good makeup artist and knows how to make your face look young and fresh.

3. Brad wants an appointment with his masseur to relieve his tense neck muscles.

4. The young hairdresser made a mistake and cut her client’s hair too short.

Multiple Choice

Choose the sentence that uses the underlined part correctly.

  1. A) A receptionist answers the phone and makes appointments at the salon.
  2. B) Sadie is studying to be a beautician at a local college.
  3. A) Mrs. Baca’s assistant helps her prepare the treatments.

Spanish-English Spa Glossary

  • Facial treatment — Tratamiento facial
  • Exfoliation — Exfoliación
  • Moisturizer — Hidratante
  • Cleansing — Limpieza
  • Massage — Masaje
  • Aromatherapy — Aromaterapia
  • Essential oils — Aceites esenciales
  • Wellness — Bienestar
  • Spa — Spa / Balneario
  • Steam — Vapor
  • Skin type — Tipo de piel
  • Hydration — Hidratación
  • Anti-aging — Antienvejecimiento
  • Serum — Suero facial
  • Mask — Mascarilla
  • Scrub — Exfoliante
  • Pore — Poros
  • Relaxation — Relajación
  • Therapist — Terapeuta
  • Body wrap — Envoltura corporal
  • Hot stones — Piedras calientes
  • Treatment room — Sala de tratamientos
  • Towel — Toalla
  • Skin care — Cuidado de la piel
  • Circulation — Circulación

Activity 1: Fill in the Gaps

Word Bank: exfoliation, moisturizer, serum, massage, pores, facial treatment, skin type, steam, spa, relaxation

Complete the sentences with the correct word from the box.

  1. The client received a deep exfoliation to remove dead skin cells.
  2. It’s important to know your skin type before choosing cosmetics.
  3. A massage helps to reduce tension and improve circulation.
  4. Apply a moisturizer after cleansing to hydrate the skin.
  5. The steam opens the pores and prepares the skin for treatment.
  6. Many people visit the spa to experience total relaxation.

Activity 2: Dialogue Completion

Word Bank: facial, exfoliation, moisturizer, therapist, skin type, mask

Fill in the missing words in the dialogue.

Therapist: Good afternoon! What kind of facial would you like today?

Client: I’d like a therapist to clean my pores.

Therapist: Perfect. I’ll start with a gentle exfoliation and then apply a hydrating mask.

Client: That sounds great! My skin type has been quite dry lately.

Therapist: No problem, I’ll choose the right products for your skin, including a nourishing moisturizer.

Activity 3: Definition Matching

Match the vocabulary word to the correct definition.

  1. a) A treatment used to remove dead skin cells. — Exfoliation
  2. b) A product used to hydrate and soften the skin. — Moisturizer
  3. c) The process of applying pressure to muscles for relaxation. — Massage
  4. d) Oils extracted from plants, used in aromatherapy. — Essential oils
  5. e) Treatment that uses warm rocks to relax the body. — Hot stone therapy

Fechas en Inglés Británico y Americano

British English:

  • Written: 7th April — day + month.
  • Spoken: The seventh of April — the + ordinal number + of + month.
  • Number: 7/4/2023 — day + month + year.

American English:

  • Written: April 7th — month + day.
  • Spoken: April seventh — month + ordinal number.
  • Number: 4/7/2023 — month + day + year.

Teaching and Learning Rules

  1. (Can I…) Open/Close the door/window, please? — ¿Puedo abrir/cerrar la puerta/ventana, por favor?
  2. Turn/Switch on/off the lights/projector/screen, please. — Enciende/apaga las luces/el proyector/la pantalla, por favor.
  3. Rub out/Erase the (white/green/black)board, please. — Borra la pizarra (blanca/verde/negra), por favor.
  4. Raise your hand(s) when asking a question/for permission/advice. — Levantad la mano cuando queráis hacer una pregunta / pedir permiso / pedir un consejo. Derivación: Rising ups and falling downs = altibajos.
  5. Please, go (out) smoothly/slowly — go to your seats. — Por favor, salid despacio/suavemente — id a vuestros asientos.
  6. Could you repeat, please? — ¿Podrías/puede repetir, por favor?
  7. Please, throw your paper(s) into the rubbish/bin. — Por favor, tirad vuestro(s) papel(es) a la basura/papelera.
  8. Stand up / Sit down, please / thank you! — ¡Levantaos / Sentaos, por favor / gracias! Kneel down = arrodillarse.
  9. Please, roll up/down the blinds/awning. — Por favor, subid/bajad las persianas/el toldo.
  10. Please, put your jacket/coat on. / Please, take your jacket/coat off. — Por favor, poneos la chaqueta/el abrigo. / Por favor, quitáos la chaqueta/el abrigo. Please, hang up/off your jackets/coats on the hanger. — Por favor, colgad vuestras chaquetas/abrigos en el perchero.
  11. What do we say when we call the list? — ¿Qué decimos cuando pasamos lista? — “It’s me.” “Here.” “Present.” / “Not here.” “Absent.” “He/She is sick.” — “No está.” “Ausente.” “Él/Ella está enfermo(a).”
  12. No mobile phones/cellulars/digital devices/chewing gum, please. — Por favor, nada de teléfonos móviles/celulares/dispositivos digitales/chicle. Swallow = tragar. Chew = mascar. Bubble gum = chicle para hacer pompas.
  13. Wait teacher, please. — Espere, profe/profesor(a), por favor.
  14. One moment, please. — Un momento, por favor.
  15. Keep quiet / Calm down / Relax / Open your ears while the teacher is explaining. — Guarda silencio / Calmaos / Relajaos / Abrid las orejas mientras el profesor está explicando. Derivación: Play by ear = ver sobre la marcha.
  16. May/Might/Could/Can I go to the toilet/restroom, please? — ¿Puedo ir al baño/servicio, por favor?
  17. Sorry, I’m late / I’m not on time. — Perdón, llego tarde / No llego a tiempo. “Sorry, I missed the bus/metro.” — Perdón, perdí el autobús/metro. “Can I come in / go in / get inside / enter / go on?” — ¿Puedo entrar/pasar/continuar?
  18. (Can/Could you…) Read/Write/Listen/Speak, please? — ¿Puedes/podéis/podrías… leer/escribir/escuchar/hablar, por favor?
  19. Please, go to the black/white/green board. — Por favor, id a la pizarra negra/blanca/verde. Please, move front-back. — Por favor, moved hacia delante/hacia atrás. Move towards someone/something else. — Moveos hacia alguien/otra cosa.
  20. Listen to the music/dialogue/song, please. — Escuchad la música / el diálogo / la canción, por favor. “Hear” es diferente de “listen”.

Titles: Mr, Mrs, Miss and Ms

  • MR: single or married man / hombre soltero o casado — “Mr. Smith is my teacher.” “This is Mr. Brown.” “Mr. Jones lives next door.”
  • MRS: married woman / mujer casada — “Mrs. Johnson is very kind.” “Mrs. Parker teaches English.” “I spoke to Mrs. Miller today.”
  • MS: single or married woman / mujer soltera o casada — “Ms. Taylor is the new manager.” “This is Ms. Robinson.” “Ms. Clark will help you.”
  • MISS: single woman / mujer soltera — “Miss Lopez is my teacher.” “Miss Carter is very friendly.” “I like Miss Baker’s class.”

Difference Between Attend and Assist

ATTEND (ASISTIR, PRESENTARSE):

  • Examples: 1. I attend the test. 2. S/he attends the meeting. 3. We attend the trip.
  • Spanish: Asistir (asistencia), presentarse — Ejemplos: 1. Asisto, me presento al examen. 2. Ella / Él asiste/se presenta en la reunión. 3. Nosotr@s nos presentamos en / asistimos a la excursión.

ASSIST (ATENDER O AYUDAR):

  • Examples: 1. I assist my grandmother. 2. We assist each other. 3. S/he assists with his homework.
  • Spanish: Ayudar / Atender — Ejemplos: 1. Ayudo / Atiendo a mi abuela. 2. Nos ayudamos / atendemos mutuamente. 3. Ella/Él ayuda/atiende en sus deberes.

Present Simple and Present Continuous Questions

YES/NO AND INFORMATION QUESTIONS IN THE PRESENT SIMPLE:

Uses: daily / weekly / monthly / yearly routines. Usos: rutinas diarias / semanales / mensuales / anuales.

  1. Affirmative: s + v — I play.
  2. Negative: s + v (not) — I don’t play.
  3. Interrogative:
    • a) Yes-No: those whose answer is obligatorily yes or no: aux + subject + verb — Do you go to school? Yes, I do. / No, I don’t.
    • b) Information (Wh): those whose answer needs information: Wh element (why, when, where, how often, how much, what) + aux + subject + verb — Why do you go to school? I go to school because I like it.

YES/NO AND INFORMATION QUESTIONS IN THE PRESENT CONTINUOUS:

Uses: actions taking place at the present moment of speaking / acciones que están ocurriendo en el momento presente de hablar.

  1. Affirmative: s + v (to be present + -ing) — I am working.
  2. Negative: s + v (not to be present + -ing) — You aren’t working.
  3. Interrogative:
    • a) Yes-No: aux + subject + verb — Are you working? Yes, I am. / No, I’m not.
    • b) Information (Wh): Wh element + aux + subject + verb — Why are you working at the moment? I am working at the moment because I need it / at my office.

Present Simple: Third Person Singular Rules

When the verb ends in -ch, -sh, -s, -ss, -x, or -z, add “-es”: teach: teaches. wash: washes. kiss: kisses. mix: mixes.

When the verb ends in consonant + “y” or vowel + “y”: study: studies (consonant + y -> change y to i + es). try: tries. fly: flies.

Reading: Salon Jobs and Skills

1. What different jobs do you find at a beauty salon? Many beauty salons today offer a number of different services and jobs. They include hairdressers, makeup artists, nail technicians / manicurists, pedicurists, masseurs, aestheticians and, of course, assistants, the receptionist and the owner of the salon.

2. What skills should beauty salon employees have? People who work in beauty salons need to be creative and have experience. Beauty therapists should also be friendly.

1. What is the main topic of the text? C: Introducing the staff.

2. According to the web page, … is also an instructor. D: Lynn.

3. Team member, Frederico … B: applies makeup and does hair.