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Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations

Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations

Unit of competency
National Code
SHBBFAS005
State Code
ODR15
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/12/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/04/2022
Field of Education
110301 - Beauty Therapy
Original Release Date
12/04/2022
Nominal Hours
90
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide facial treatments to meet client needs.It requires the ability to establish priorities with clients, synthesise knowledge of cosmetic chemistry and nutrition, and to design and provide facial routines and advice on products and protection of facial skin. Facials can be a single treatment or form part of a series of treatments.The unit applies to beauty therapists who work in beauty salons and spas. In this environment they are part of a team but make independent treatment decisions. The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
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. Develop or 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. Present self, according to organisational policy.
  • 3.3. Prepare facial treatment products and equipment.
  • 3.4. Comply with health and hygiene regulations and requirements.
  • 3.5. 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. Vary rhythm and repetition of movements to suit client needs.
  • 5.4. 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 records, and rebook client as required.
8. Provide post treatment skin care recommendations.
  • 8.1. Assess effectiveness of 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.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVG67 SHBBFAS002 Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHK0 SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy Qualification
BHK1 SHB40121 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy Qualification