Aesthetics
Aesthetics
Explain different skin and hair types , conditions , diseases , disorders
Skin types-normal skin, dry skin, oily skin, combination skin, sensitive skin, mature skin, blemished skin, epidermis skin, dermis skin, hypodermis skin,
Diseases and disorders of the skin
Hair types - straight, wavy, curly, coily
Diseases and disorders of the hair- examples
Explain how to communicate and behave in a professional manner
positive body language , eye contact , clear answers , open questions, no barriers between client and therapist , enthusiasm, professionalism, knowledge, confidentiality, listening to your customer .
explain health and safety working practices
it’s important to comply with health and safety rules as not following them will lead you or your client to lose health and legal procedure against the therapist . That’s why during procedure safety glasses are required to protect your eyes with laser light contact, door has to be closed to prevent someone from outside to come to contact to this light , all hazard items should be removed , and hazard light sticker should be displayed , there should not be any reflective items in treatment room as well.
Explain the importance of using products, tools, equipment and techniques to suit client treatment needs, skin types and conditions
Every client will need different settings for treatment so to figure it out proper technique we need to follow some rules. Patch test is required by law and should be done before consultation with customers. Therapists before choosing equipment and tools like eye wear, apron , masks, spatula etc.need to ask the client to fill up necessary forms to identify if she / he can be treated at all. After all this therapist will choose the best products,tools and equipment to meet client needs and expectations.
Explain the principles of electrical currents and basic electricity
Measurement of electricity-volts,watts,amperes,ohms and ohms law and the relevance.
Correct fuses and electrical appliances:
3 amp fuses-700 watt appliances
5 amp- from 750 to 1000 watt
13 amp- between 1000 to 1300 watt
Explain the consequences of inaccurate identification of client skin type/ coloring according to Fitzpatrick scale
Mistakes will result with the customer being treated with the wrong treatment settings that might cause burns, blistering, hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation, scarring, not effective treatment, physiological damage
Describe how treatment can be adapted to suit client treatment needs and skin / hair conditions
The treatment plan needs to be adaptable according to client skin type in Fitzpatrick scale and his pain threshold, also individual hair growth cycle.
Explain the contra-actions that might occur during and following treatments
Explain the methods of evaluating the effectiveness of treatment
Visual-reduction that is visible to eye in the treatment area Practical-setting machine accordingly to ensure maximum effectiveness of treatment
summarize the aftercare advice
PRE CARE
Prior to arriving for Your treatment session, you will need to:
- smoothly shave (8 hours before) a patch of each different body area you would like to treat
- don’t apply makeup products to face for face skin treatments
- wear loose-fitting clothes on the day
- drink at least 1 l of water the day before and on the day of treatment this helps your body to regulate its temperature
- avoid alcohol and smoking the night before and on the day of session
- not exercise before procedure
- avoid applying any products on areas of treatment
- avoid UV light 30 days before treatment
- do not wax areas you want to treat
- avoid any self tanning products but in case wash them off 48 h before
- arrive no earlier than 10-15 min before your session please.
AFTER CARE
And here’s WHAT TO DO after your treatment and between sessions:
- apply an ice- pack if hot sensation or feeling warmth remains after treatment (great care should be taken not to apply them directly to the skin as this could cause an ,, ice burn” , instead wrapp it in a disposable thin covering like kitchen roll )
- apply 100% aloe vera gel or calming creams for at least 3 days after treatment
- keep treated area clean and tidy
- wear loose clothes for 48 h to avoid friction on the treated area
- drink plenty water
- use SPF50 sun creams with zinc for at least 2 weeks
- apply a vitamin E cream or oil if any pigmentation or discoloration occurs as this will help to soothe your skin.
- exfoliate skin with body scrub 4 days after the procedure to help shed hair.