Provide specialised facial treatments

Unit of competency Outline

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23/07/2026 1:43 PM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
SHBBFAS006

State Code
ODR44

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

Description

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide specialised facial treatments incorporating the use of ultrasonic, galvanic and direct current devices.It requires the ability to establish priorities with clients and apply knowledge of electrical machines and cosmetic products, and to design and provide treatments to address specific skin types and conditions. Not all equipment is used in each specialised facial treatment. Specialised facials can be a single treatment or form part of a series of treatments.This unit applies to beauty therapists who work in beauty therapy salons. In this environment they work in 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. Check if a client treatment plan is available and, if so access and review.
1.2. Discuss facial requirements, changes in skin over lifetime, current skin care regimen, lifestyle and nutrition influences to establish their 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 skin diseases and 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 specialised facials.

2.1. Design proposed facial for treatments to achieve client objectives.
2.2. Discuss benefits of selected formulations and devices 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 specialised facial treatment.

3.1. Check readiness of treatment area and availability of equipment.
3.2. Present self, according to organisational policy.
3.3. Select facial treatment products and equipment.
3.4. Prepare client, ensuring metallic jewellery, contact lens and hearing aids have been removed.
3.5. Comply with health and hygiene regulations and requirements.
3.6. Maintain client comfort and modesty throughout treatment.
3.7. Position self and client to minimise fatigue and risk of injury.
3.8. Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.

4. Cleanse skin using ultrasonic or direct current.

4.1. Remove make-up and cleanse skin according to treatment plan.
4.2. Apply cleansing medium and select ultrasonic parameters.
4.3. Apply ultrasonic device according to predetermined pattern, at correct angle ensuring that skin remains moist as required.
4.4. Provide desincrustation treatment using direct current as required.
4.5. Remove cleansing medium according to manufacturer instructions.

5. Remove minor skin blemishes and infuse serums.

5.1. Steam and exfoliate as required.
5.2. Extract milia and comedones as required.
5.3. Use direct current to infuse serums according to skin type and conditions.
5.4. Remove excess product as required.

6. Apply basic peels.

6.1. Select peel formula according to client skin type and treatment plan.
6.2. Apply formula for the recommended time in accordance with the manufacturer instructions and safety data sheet.
6.3. Remove formula and cleanse skin.
6.4. Apply soothing post-treatment product, and provide post-treatment advice.

7. Complete treatment.

7.1. Apply and remove mask as required.
7.2. Apply post treatment skin care products according to treatment plan.
7.3. Allow post treatment recovery time in relaxation area.

8. Review treatment and provide post treatment advice.

8.1. Evaluate specialised facial with client.
8.2. Review current skin care regimen and recommend products that support client skin priorities and maintain skin between treatments.
8.3. Design and recommend future treatments to support client priorities.
8.4. Manage client expectations of potential outcomes.
8.5. Update treatment plan and rebook client as required.

9. Clean treatment area.

9.1. Remove used linen and clean surfaces and equipment and attachments 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
AVG64	SHBBFAS003	Provide specialised facial treatments	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
BHK0	SHB50121	Diploma of Beauty Therapy	Qualification
BHK1	SHB40121	Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy	Qualification