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Evidence Guide: SHBBFAS002 - Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations

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SHBBFAS002 - Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Establish client priorities.

  1. Access and review client treatment plan if available.
  2. Discuss facial requirements, changes in skin over lifetime, current skin care regimen, lifestyle and nutrition influences with client to establish treatment objectives.
  3. Conduct skin analysis, assessing areas of normal facial skin, levels of lipids and skin hydration, degree of photo aging and pigmentation and scar tissue as required.
  4. Classify client skin and discuss outcomes with client.
  5. Identify contraindications to facial treatment, and refer client to appropriate professional as required.
  6. Identify common disorders that can be treated within scope of practice, as required.
  7. Establish medical history, medication, and obtain medical approval prior to treatment, as required.
Access and review client treatment plan if available.

Completed
Date:

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Discuss facial requirements, changes in skin over lifetime, current skin care regimen, lifestyle and nutrition influences with client to establish treatment objectives.

Completed
Date:

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Conduct skin analysis, assessing areas of normal facial skin, levels of lipids and skin hydration, degree of photo aging and pigmentation and scar tissue as required.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Classify client skin and discuss outcomes with client.

Completed
Date:

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Identify contraindications to facial treatment, and refer client to appropriate professional as required.

Completed
Date:

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Identify common disorders that can be treated within scope of practice, as required.

Completed
Date:

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Establish medical history, medication, and obtain medical approval prior to treatment, as required.

Completed
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Design and recommend facials.

  1. Design proposed facial to achieve client objectives.
  2. Discuss benefits and potential adverse effects with client.
  3. Explain recommendations for duration, frequency and cost of facial to client.
  4. Modify treatment plan, record updates and obtain client consent.
Design proposed facial to achieve client objectives.

Completed
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Discuss benefits and potential adverse effects with client.

Completed
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Explain recommendations for duration, frequency and cost of facial to client.

Completed
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Modify treatment plan, record updates and obtain client consent.

Completed
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Prepare for facial treatment.

  1. Check readiness of treatment area and availability of equipment.
  2. Prepare facial treatment products and equipment.
  3. Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.
Check readiness of treatment area and availability of equipment.

Completed
Date:

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Prepare facial treatment products and equipment.

Completed
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Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.

Completed
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Cleanse skin.

  1. Remove make-up and cleanse skin according to treatment plan.
  2. Steam and exfoliate according to treatment plan.
  3. Extract milia and comedones and apply antiseptic products as required.
Remove make-up and cleanse skin according to treatment plan.

Completed
Date:

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Steam and exfoliate according to treatment plan.

Completed
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Extract milia and comedones and apply antiseptic products as required.

Completed
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Provide facial massage.

  1. Apply massage medium to face, neck, décolletage and shoulders.
  2. Apply massage movements and adapt massage length and movements to suit elasticity of the skin, subcutaneous fat, and client needs.
  3. Monitor client reactions and adjust massage techniques if required.
Apply massage medium to face, neck, décolletage and shoulders.

Completed
Date:

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Apply massage movements and adapt massage length and movements to suit elasticity of the skin, subcutaneous fat, and client needs.

Completed
Date:

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Monitor client reactions and adjust massage techniques if required.

Completed
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Apply specialised products.

  1. Apply and remove mask according to treatment plan and manufacturer recommendations.
  2. Apply post treatment skin care products according to treatment plan and manufacturer recommendations.
  3. Allow post treatment recovery time in a relaxing environment.
Apply and remove mask according to treatment plan and manufacturer recommendations.

Completed
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Apply post treatment skin care products according to treatment plan and manufacturer recommendations.

Completed
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Allow post treatment recovery time in a relaxing environment.

Completed
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Review facial.

  1. Evaluate facial treatment with client.
  2. Record outcomes of treatment on client treatment plan.
  3. Manage client expectations of potential outcomes.
  4. Update treatment plan and rebook client as required.
Evaluate facial treatment with client.

Completed
Date:

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Record outcomes of treatment on client treatment plan.

Completed
Date:

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Manage client expectations of potential outcomes.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Update treatment plan and rebook client as required.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Provide post treatment skin care recommendations.

  1. Assess effectiveness current skin care regimen and products of client.
  2. Discuss effects of sun and environment on skin and recommend strategies and products to minimise damage.
  3. Promote healthy nutrition options and discuss effect of adequate nutrition on skin.
  4. Select, recommend and sell to client a skin care regimen and products based on client requirements.
  5. Identify contraindicated ingredients for clients as required.
Assess effectiveness current skin care regimen and products of client.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Discuss effects of sun and environment on skin and recommend strategies and products to minimise damage.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Promote healthy nutrition options and discuss effect of adequate nutrition on skin.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Select, recommend and sell to client a skin care regimen and products based on client requirements.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Identify contraindicated ingredients for clients as required.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clean treatment area.

  1. Remove used linen and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.
  2. Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment.
  3. Dispose of general waste to minimise negative environmental impacts according to organisational policies and procedures.
Remove used linen and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dispose of general waste to minimise negative environmental impacts according to organisational policies and procedures.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Establish client priorities.

  1. Access and review client treatment plan if available.
  2. Discuss facial requirements, changes in skin over lifetime, current skin care regimen, lifestyle and nutrition influences with client to establish treatment objectives.
  3. Conduct skin analysis, assessing areas of normal facial skin, levels of lipids and skin hydration, degree of photo aging and pigmentation and scar tissue as required.
  4. Classify client skin and discuss outcomes with client.
  5. Identify contraindications to facial treatment, and refer client to appropriate professional as required.
  6. Identify common disorders that can be treated within scope of practice, as required.
  7. Establish medical history, medication, and obtain medical approval prior to treatment, as required.
Access and review client treatment plan if available.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Discuss facial requirements, changes in skin over lifetime, current skin care regimen, lifestyle and nutrition influences with client to establish treatment objectives.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Conduct skin analysis, assessing areas of normal facial skin, levels of lipids and skin hydration, degree of photo aging and pigmentation and scar tissue as required.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Classify client skin and discuss outcomes with client.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Identify contraindications to facial treatment, and refer client to appropriate professional as required.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Identify common disorders that can be treated within scope of practice, as required.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Establish medical history, medication, and obtain medical approval prior to treatment, as required.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Design and recommend facials.

  1. Design proposed facial to achieve client objectives.
  2. Discuss benefits and potential adverse effects with client.
  3. Explain recommendations for duration, frequency and cost of facial to client.
  4. Modify treatment plan, record updates and obtain client consent.
Design proposed facial to achieve client objectives.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Discuss benefits and potential adverse effects with client.

Completed
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Explain recommendations for duration, frequency and cost of facial to client.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Modify treatment plan, record updates and obtain client consent.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Prepare for facial treatment.

  1. Check readiness of treatment area and availability of equipment.
  2. Prepare facial treatment products and equipment.
  3. Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.
Check readiness of treatment area and availability of equipment.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Prepare facial treatment products and equipment.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cleanse skin.

  1. Remove make-up and cleanse skin according to treatment plan.
  2. Steam and exfoliate according to treatment plan.
  3. Extract milia and comedones and apply antiseptic products as required.
Remove make-up and cleanse skin according to treatment plan.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Steam and exfoliate according to treatment plan.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Extract milia and comedones and apply antiseptic products as required.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Provide facial massage.

  1. Apply massage medium to face, neck, décolletage and shoulders.
  2. Apply massage movements and adapt massage length and movements to suit elasticity of the skin, subcutaneous fat, and client needs.
  3. Monitor client reactions and adjust massage techniques if required.
Apply massage medium to face, neck, décolletage and shoulders.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Apply massage movements and adapt massage length and movements to suit elasticity of the skin, subcutaneous fat, and client needs.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monitor client reactions and adjust massage techniques if required.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Apply specialised products.

  1. Apply and remove mask according to treatment plan and manufacturer recommendations.
  2. Apply post treatment skin care products according to treatment plan and manufacturer recommendations.
  3. Allow post treatment recovery time in a relaxing environment.
Apply and remove mask according to treatment plan and manufacturer recommendations.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Apply post treatment skin care products according to treatment plan and manufacturer recommendations.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Allow post treatment recovery time in a relaxing environment.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Review facial.

  1. Evaluate facial treatment with client.
  2. Record outcomes of treatment on client treatment plan.
  3. Manage client expectations of potential outcomes.
  4. Update treatment plan and rebook client as required.
Evaluate facial treatment with client.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Record outcomes of treatment on client treatment plan.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Manage client expectations of potential outcomes.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Update treatment plan and rebook client as required.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Provide post treatment skin care recommendations.

  1. Assess effectiveness current skin care regimen and products of client.
  2. Discuss effects of sun and environment on skin and recommend strategies and products to minimise damage.
  3. Promote healthy nutrition options and discuss effect of adequate nutrition on skin.
  4. Select, recommend and sell to client a skin care regimen and products based on client requirements.
  5. Identify contraindicated ingredients for clients as required.
Assess effectiveness current skin care regimen and products of client.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Discuss effects of sun and environment on skin and recommend strategies and products to minimise damage.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Promote healthy nutrition options and discuss effect of adequate nutrition on skin.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Select, recommend and sell to client a skin care regimen and products based on client requirements.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Identify contraindicated ingredients for clients as required.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clean treatment area.

  1. Remove used linen and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.
  2. Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment.
  3. Dispose of general waste to minimise negative environmental impacts according to organisational policies and procedures.
Remove used linen and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dispose of general waste to minimise negative environmental impacts according to organisational policies and procedures.

Completed
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Assessed

Teacher: ___________________________________ Date: _________

Signature: ________________________________________________

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Establish client priorities.

1.1 Access and review client treatment plan if available.

1.2 Discuss facial requirements, changes in skin over lifetime, current skin care regimen, lifestyle and nutrition influences with client to establish treatment objectives.

1.3 Conduct skin analysis, assessing areas of normal facial skin, levels of lipids and skin hydration, degree of photo aging and pigmentation and scar tissue as required.

1.4 Classify client skin and discuss outcomes with client.

1.5 Identify contraindications to facial treatment, and refer client to appropriate professional as required.

1.6 Identify common disorders that can be treated within scope of practice, as required.

1.7 Establish medical history, medication, and obtain medical approval prior to treatment, as required.

2. Design and recommend facials.

2.1 Design proposed facial to achieve client objectives.

2.2 Discuss benefits and potential adverse effects with client.

2.3 Explain recommendations for duration, frequency and cost of facial to client.

2.4 Modify treatment plan, record updates and obtain client consent.

3. Prepare for facial treatment.

3.1 Check readiness of treatment area and availability of equipment.

3.2 Prepare facial treatment products and equipment.

3.3 Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.

4. Cleanse skin.

4.1 Remove make-up and cleanse skin according to treatment plan.

4.2 Steam and exfoliate according to treatment plan.

4.3 Extract milia and comedones and apply antiseptic products as required.

5. Provide facial massage.

5.1 Apply massage medium to face, neck, décolletage and shoulders.

5.2 Apply massage movements and adapt massage length and movements to suit elasticity of the skin, subcutaneous fat, and client needs.

5.3 Monitor client reactions and adjust massage techniques if required.

6. Apply specialised products.

6.1 Apply and remove mask according to treatment plan and manufacturer recommendations.

6.2 Apply post treatment skin care products according to treatment plan and manufacturer recommendations.

6.3 Allow post treatment recovery time in a relaxing environment.

7. Review facial.

7.1 Evaluate facial treatment with client.

7.2 Record outcomes of treatment on client treatment plan.

7.3 Manage client expectations of potential outcomes.

7.4 Update treatment plan and rebook client as required.

8. Provide post treatment skin care recommendations.

8.1 Assess effectiveness current skin care regimen and products of client.

8.2 Discuss effects of sun and environment on skin and recommend strategies and products to minimise damage.

8.3 Promote healthy nutrition options and discuss effect of adequate nutrition on skin.

8.4 Select, recommend and sell to client a skin care regimen and products based on client requirements.

8.5 Identify contraindicated ingredients for clients as required.

9. Clean treatment area.

9.1 Remove used linen and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.

9.2 Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment.

9.3 Dispose of general waste to minimise negative environmental impacts according to organisational policies and procedures.

Required Skills and Knowledge

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Establish client priorities.

1.1 Access and review client treatment plan if available.

1.2 Discuss facial requirements, changes in skin over lifetime, current skin care regimen, lifestyle and nutrition influences with client to establish treatment objectives.

1.3 Conduct skin analysis, assessing areas of normal facial skin, levels of lipids and skin hydration, degree of photo aging and pigmentation and scar tissue as required.

1.4 Classify client skin and discuss outcomes with client.

1.5 Identify contraindications to facial treatment, and refer client to appropriate professional as required.

1.6 Identify common disorders that can be treated within scope of practice, as required.

1.7 Establish medical history, medication, and obtain medical approval prior to treatment, as required.

2. Design and recommend facials.

2.1 Design proposed facial to achieve client objectives.

2.2 Discuss benefits and potential adverse effects with client.

2.3 Explain recommendations for duration, frequency and cost of facial to client.

2.4 Modify treatment plan, record updates and obtain client consent.

3. Prepare for facial treatment.

3.1 Check readiness of treatment area and availability of equipment.

3.2 Prepare facial treatment products and equipment.

3.3 Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.

4. Cleanse skin.

4.1 Remove make-up and cleanse skin according to treatment plan.

4.2 Steam and exfoliate according to treatment plan.

4.3 Extract milia and comedones and apply antiseptic products as required.

5. Provide facial massage.

5.1 Apply massage medium to face, neck, décolletage and shoulders.

5.2 Apply massage movements and adapt massage length and movements to suit elasticity of the skin, subcutaneous fat, and client needs.

5.3 Monitor client reactions and adjust massage techniques if required.

6. Apply specialised products.

6.1 Apply and remove mask according to treatment plan and manufacturer recommendations.

6.2 Apply post treatment skin care products according to treatment plan and manufacturer recommendations.

6.3 Allow post treatment recovery time in a relaxing environment.

7. Review facial.

7.1 Evaluate facial treatment with client.

7.2 Record outcomes of treatment on client treatment plan.

7.3 Manage client expectations of potential outcomes.

7.4 Update treatment plan and rebook client as required.

8. Provide post treatment skin care recommendations.

8.1 Assess effectiveness current skin care regimen and products of client.

8.2 Discuss effects of sun and environment on skin and recommend strategies and products to minimise damage.

8.3 Promote healthy nutrition options and discuss effect of adequate nutrition on skin.

8.4 Select, recommend and sell to client a skin care regimen and products based on client requirements.

8.5 Identify contraindicated ingredients for clients as required.

9. Clean treatment area.

9.1 Remove used linen and clean surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures.

9.2 Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment.

9.3 Dispose of general waste to minimise negative environmental impacts according to organisational policies and procedures.

Evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit in the context of the job role, and:

communicate, follow and adjust treatment plans to provide six safe and appropriate facial treatments to clients with the following skin types and conditions:

dry/alipid/lipid

oily/lipid

diffused red

mature skin

mild acne

erythema

design a series of four treatments and product recommendations for three of these clients to address client priorities

recognise contraindications, skin diseases and disorders relevant to facials and products as listed in the Knowledge Evidence

explain to each client as appropriate the development of skin conditions and the benefits and limitations of facial treatments available for:

acne

rosacea

comedones, open and closed

pigmented skin

photoaged skin

scars

provide facial treatments to each of the following areas as appropriate to the above clients:

back of neck

face

décolletage

neck

shoulders

design and provide facial treatments that demonstrate the following treatment steps and techniques:

client skin analysis

skin cleansing

skin steaming:

towel

steamer

exfoliation:

manual or brush machine

product

facial massage movements:

effleurage

petrissage

tapotement

vibration

application and removal of facial mask

application of facial finishing products

vary repetition, rhythm and variation of massage movements to adapt to client needs

remove minor skin blemishes:

milia

comedones

design, record and maintain treatment plans and records for each client specifying the following details:

client feedback

contraindications and conditions

facial treatment provided and products used

outcomes of previous and current treatment

post treatment lifestyle and product advice

recommended future treatments

relevant medical history and medications

treatment duration, areas treated and not treated

treatment objectives

present self, according to organisational policy

comply with health and hygiene regulations and requirements

clean, prepare and maintain treatment area according to organisational policy.

Demonstrated knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit:

federal, state or territory and local health, hygiene and skin penetration regulations and requirements relevant to facial treatments

organisational policies and procedures relevant to facial treatments:

client record management

equipment use and maintenance

incident reporting

linen use and laundry procedures

personal hygiene and presentation

presentation of treatment area

waste and disposal

work health and safety

legal and insurance liabilities and responsibilities regarding treatments

scope of practice:

when to refer clients to other practitioners

importance of not stating a diagnosis of a contraindication or conditions

limitations of facial treatments

role of complementary therapist and medical practitioner

factors likely to affect suitability of treatment for client:

budgetary and time constraints

outcomes of previous treatment

client skin biology

client willingness to follow home care advice

effects and benefits of two comprehensive and professional skin care ranges:

role in each step of a facial treatment

benefits to skin

effect of ingredients on skin

effects and benefits of each stage of facial on the physical structure of the skin:

cleansing

exfoliation

extractions

mask

massage

steaming

position and action of superficial muscles in the face, throat and chest

interdependence of body systems and their relationship to a healthy body and skin:

skeletal, muscular and nervous systems and relationship to the face and neck

nervous system and its relationship to skin sensations

lymphatic, digestive, respiratory, and circulatory systems and their relationship to skin functions, thermoregulation and homeostasis

endocrine and reproductive systems in relationship to hormonal influences on skin:

age related changes

effect of hormones on skin

hair growth and loss

menstrual cycle skin changes

pigmentation

sebaceous and sweat gland secretion

basic nutrition guidelines and relationship between nutrition and healthy skin

foods which may have an effect on the skin or are contraindicated when using specific products

skin anatomy:

gross and microscopic

epidermis, dermis and subcutaneous

differences depending on location

function and role of skin:

as the integumentary system

epidermal cells

epidermal appendages and dermal structures

homeostasis

protection

role in skin of tissues:

connective

nervous

vascular

sensation

thermoregulation

vitamin D production

structure and distribution of skin glands

production, composition, functions and control of skin gland secretions:

sebum

eccrine and apocrine sweat fluids

appearance and characteristics of skin types:

dry/alipid/lipid dry

oily/lipid

diffused red

normal body flora

electromagnetic spectrum and effect of light on skin

physiological basis of skin colour:

factors that contribute to skin colour

structure and location of melanocytes and keratinocytes and responses to ultraviolet radiation

relationship between skin type, minimal erythemal dose, skin protection factor and sunscreen use

Fitzpatrick skin types

skin as a sense organ:

process of nerve conduction

stimuli and skin receptors

systems and pathways of sensory and motor neuronal conduction

types of receptors

variations in sensory perception and their significance to facials

function, formation and behaviour of major skin chemicals:

complex fatty acids

complex lipids:

phospholipids

sphingolipids

glycosaminoglycans

lipids:

saponifiable

non-saponifiable

proteins:

soluble

insoluble

collagen

elastin

keratin

growth, development, ageing and healing of human skin:

cell division and differentiation

growth of epidermis

normal ageing and photoageing

stages in wound healing

theories about ageing

wound healing:

hypertrophic

keloid

origin and evolution of scars

normal skin responses to irritation and trauma

skin conditions:

acne

eczema and atopic dermatitis

hair disorders

pigmentation disorders

vascular disorders

seborrheic dermatitis

trans-epidermal water loss

differences between therapeutic, cosmetic and ‘cosmeceutical’ products

concepts of cosmetic chemistry

formulation, function and action of cosmetic emulsions and ingredients:

anti-oxidants

emollients

humectants

moisturisers

occuldents

formulation, function and action cosmetic ingredients:

liposome types, structures and uses

oils

surfactants

thickeners

waxes

chemical formulations of facial products:

exfoliants

face masks

peels

contraindications to specific cosmetic formulations and ingredients identified in product information

contraindications which prevent facial treatment or require clearance from a medical professional to proceed and their relationship to facials:

bacterial, fungal, parasitic and viral infections

cancer

clients with symptoms of infectious disease

pigmented lesions

recent cosmetic treatments such as injectables, intense pulsed light, laser, dermabrasion

undiagnosed lumps

contraindications which restrict treatment and appropriate modifications to treatment:

allergies

areas exhibiting loss of tactile sensation

dysfunction of the nervous system

inflammations and swellings

medications that cause thinning or inflammation of the skin

skin trauma

recent scar tissue

appearance, possible medical treatments and limitations of facial treatments on skin conditions, diseases and disorders:

acne

closed comedones/milia

couperose

dehydration/trans epidermal water loss

dermatitis and eczema

erythema

icthyosis

lupus erythematosus

mature

photoaged

pigmentation disorders

open comedones

scleroderma

seborrhoea

sensitive/diffused red skin

skin tumours

uticaria

physiology of adverse reactions to facial treatments and products and appropriate remedial action:

allergic reactions

erythema/skin inflammation

normal skin responses to irritation and trauma

skin blemishes

skin inflammation

lifestyle factors and benefits of lifestyle changes on skin:

alcohol consumption

climate

exercise routine

hobbies

nutrition

sleeping patterns

tobacco consumption

type of employment

sustainable operating procedures for the conservation of product, water and power

aftercare advice, products and future treatments to maintain client treatment objectives.