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Overview
Professional facial and skincare practice grounded in skin science: analysis, treatment planning, product chemistry and client education. Includes advanced treatment techniques and retail consultation.
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Aims of the Course
- Analyse skin and design appropriate treatment plans
- Deliver professional facial treatments
- Understand cosmetic ingredient function
- Advise clients honestly within scope
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Course Structure
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Skin Science
- Skin structure and barrier function
- Skin types and conditions
- Ageing, pigmentation and acne
- Hormonal and lifestyle influences
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Consultation and Analysis
- Client consultation and consent
- Skin analysis techniques
- Contraindications and medical referral
- Treatment planning
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Core Facial Treatments
- Cleansing, exfoliation and extraction
- Massage sequences
- Mask selection and application
- Treatment room standards
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Ingredients and Products
- Active ingredients and their actions
- Preservatives, fragrance and irritants
- Cosmetic claims and regulation
- Building a retail range
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Advanced Techniques
- Chemical exfoliation awareness
- Microneedling and device safety
- LED and electrical treatments
- Scope of practice limits
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Client Care and Practice
- Aftercare and home routines
- Managing expectations and complaints
- Hygiene and sterilisation
- Case portfolio and pricing
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Learning Outcomes
- 01Analyse skin and identify referral conditions
- 02Perform a full professional facial treatment
- 03Explain active ingredients and their limits
- 04Design a home care routine with rationale
- 05Maintain clinical hygiene standards
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Assessment
- Observed facial treatment
- Skin analysis case portfolio
- Ingredients and regulation examination
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Entry Requirements
- Open access
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Progression and Careers
- Beauty therapist
- Skincare specialist
- Spa practitioner