Provide eyelash and eyebrow treatments
Overview
This standard coexists alongside, SKAHDBRBNST1 Implement and maintain safe, hygienic and effective working practices *and *SKAHDBRBNS1 Consult, assess, plan and prepare for Hair, Barbering, Beauty, Nails, Wellbeing and Holistic services. This standard is for a beauty professional providing eyelash and eyebrow treatments. You will also be required to do a post procedure evaluation and reflection for continuous improvement. Users of this standard will need to ensure that their practices reflect up-to-date information, policies, procedures and best practice guidance. It is advisable users of this standard are aware of, and comply with first aid requirements in accordance with legislation and organisational policies and procedures, to include, carry out emergency first aid response in the event of an adverse incident.
* * The main outcomes are:
- Shape the brows
- Colour the eyelashes and brows using eyelash and brow tint
- Apply and remove cluster lashes
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
1. carry out a concise and comprehensive consultation with the individual
2. maintain your responsibilities for health and safety in accordance with legislation, regulations, directives and guidelines
3. discuss and establish the individual's objectives, lash or brow concerns, expectations and desired outcomes to inform the eyelash and brow treatment plan, to include:
3.1 treatment history
3.2 alternative treatment options
4. carry out tests and record the outcome to establish suitability for the treatment as per manufacturer instructions
5. confirm and agree with the individual, they have understood the proposed eyelash and brow treatment, to include:
5.1 expected outcomes
5.2 contra-actions
5.3 adverse reactions
5.4 physical sensation
6. obtain and record the individual's informed consent for the eyelash and brow treatment in accordance with organisational and insurance requirements
7. prepare the individual's treatment area in accordance with the eyelash and brow treatment protocol
8. illuminate and magnify the individual's treatment area in accordance with the eyelash and brow treatment protocol
9. select an effective hygiene preparation product to meet the individual's needs in accordance with the eyelash and brow treatment protocol
10. carry out a hair and skin analysis, to include:
10.1 hair classification
10.2 hair colour
10.3 hair type
10.4* hair growth pattern*
10.5 hair condition
10.6 skin classification
10.7 skin condition
11. select and use the eyelash and brow products in accordance with the eyelash and brow treatment protocol
12. prepare the individual's treatment area in accordance with the eyelash and brow treatment protocol
Eye brow shaping
13. carry out safe and effective manual removal of brow hair using manual or automatic tweezers to enhance the eyebrow shape, in accordance with the eyelash and brow treatment protocol, to include:
13.1 supporting the skin to be taut during removal
13.2 tweezing the hairs in the same direction of the hair growth
Eye lash and brow tinting
14. carry out safe and effective tinting of the eyelashes and eye brows in accordance with the eyelash and brow treatment protocol, to include:
14.1 application of protective barrier products and consumables adjacent to the area to be tinted
14.2 select and mix the tint and peroxide
14.3 accurately timing the product development
14.4 safe removal of the product
Cluster lash application
15. carry out safe and effective semi-permanent application of cluster lashes to natural lashes in accordance with the eyelash and brow treatment protocol, to include:
15.1 ensure the individual is in a semi-reclined position
15.2 measure the cluster lash and trim prior to application
15.3 apply the adhesive to the bulb of the cluster lash, accurately stroke the natural lash and secure the cluster lash at the base of the natural lash
Removal
16. carry out safe and effective removal of cluster lashes to natural lashes, avoiding damage to the natural lash, in accordance with the eyelash and brow treatment protocol, to include:
16.1 the use of oil based remover or solvent in accordance with the manufacturer instructions
17. monitor the individual's health, wellbeing and skin reaction throughout the eyelash and brow treatment
18. implement the correct course of action in the event of an adverse reaction, to include:
18.1 first aid emergency response
19. conclude the treatment in accordance with the eyelash and brow treatment protocol, legislative requirements and organisational policies and procedures
20. complete the individual's eyelash and brow treatment record and store in accordance with data legislation
21. use reflective practice to evaluate the eyelash and brow treatment and take appropriate action
22. provide instructions and advice to the individual, pre and post the eyelash and brow treatment
23. record the outcome and evaluation of the eyelash and brow treatment
Knowledge and Understanding
You need to know and understand:
1. your role and responsibilities in providing eyelash and brow treatments, and the importance of working within your competence
2. why you must comply with ethical practice and work within the legislative requirements to include:
2.1 the responsibilities under local authority licensing regulations for yourself and your premises
3. the importance to engage in, and document continuous professional development to include, up-to-date information policies, procedures and best practice guidance
4. the anatomy and physiology relevant to this standard
5. the relative and absolute contraindications relevant to the beauty treatment, to include:
5.1 the legislative and insurance requirements for obtaining medical diagnosis and referral
6. the importance of recognising suspicious skin irregularities and lesions, and referring to a relevant healthcare professional
7. the purpose, use and limitations of eyelash and brow treatments, in relation to:
7.1 past and current medical history
7.2 relevant lifestyle factors
7.3 medication and medical conditions
7.4 individual's expectations
8. how to measure eyebrows and identify the anatomical facial structure and features, to include:
8.1 the types of eyebrow and eyelashes shapes and how they influence facial dimensions
8.2 how to achieve symmetry and balance
9. how hair growth patterns influence the treatment outcomes
10. the adverse reactions associated with an eyelash and brow treatments and how to respond
11. the health and safety responsibilities in line with legislation before, during and after the eyelash and brow treatment
12. why it is important to discuss and establish the individual's objectives, concerns, expectations, desired outcomes and agree the eyelash and brow treatment plan
13. the legal requirements for providing beauty treatments to minors and vulnerable adults
14. the fee structures and treatment options
15. the legislative and indemnity requirements of gaining signed, informed consent for the eyelash and brow treatment
16. the importance of adhering to the eyelash and brow treatment protocol
17. how magnifying and illuminating the individual's treatment area can support the brow shaping treatment
18. the types of hygiene products for the skin and the importance of following manufacturer instructions
19. the types, benefits and limitations of products and equipment used in eyelash and brow treatments, to include:
19.1 how oxidisation affects the shelf life of tint
19.2 how hair classification and characteristics can affect the colour choice and development time of the tint
20. the composition of henna used to colour eyebrow hair and the associated risks to health, to include:
20.1 why henna is unsuitable for eyelashes
21. the importance of adhering to manufacturer instructions to prevent product incompatibilities and risks to health
22. the purpose of tests and the reasons why you must carry out a test using the product(s) to be used
23. how to prepare and use products and equipment in line with the eyelash and brow treatment protocol
24. the importance of monitoring the health and wellbeing of the individual during and post the treatment
25. the reasons for taking consensual visual media of the individual's treatment area and storing in accordance with the service, legislative, insurance and organisational requirements
26. the legislative and regulatory requirements of completing and storing the individual's eyelash and brow treatment records
27. the expected outcomes of eyelash and brow treatments
28. the purpose of reflective practice and evaluation and how it informs future treatments
29. the importance to record the outcome and evaluation of eyelash and brow treatments
30. the instructions and advice, pre and post eyelash and brow treatments
Scope/range
Tests
- skin test(s) for the product(s) to be used
sensitivity test
allergy alert test
Adverse reactions
- hyperaemia
- urticaria
- abrasions
- damage to the eye
- eye irritation
- oedema
- eyelash loss
- blindness
- allergy
Eyelash and brow treatment protocol
- working environment
- health and safety
- infection prevention and control
- treatment plan
- informed consent
- data management
- test outcomes
- manufacturer instructions
- audit and accountability
- instructions and advice
- sustainability
- waste management
- evidence-based practice
- reflective practice
Hair classification
- straight
- curly
- very curly
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Hair colour
- fair
- red
- dark
- white
Hair type
- terminal
- vellus
Hair growth pattern
- direction of growth
- hair loss
Instructions
- the individual and practitioner's legal rights and responsibilities
- pre and post treatment instructions and care
- restrictions and associated risks
- future treatments
Anatomy and physiology
- the structure and function of the hair and the hair growth cycle
- the structure and functions of the skin
- the anatomy and physiology of the human body
- relative and absolute contraindications and related pathologies
Scope Performance
Scope Knowledge
Values
Behaviours
Skills
Glossary
Absolute contraindication
An absolute contraindication is a condition that prevents the service from being carried out and may require referral.
Adverse reaction
An adverse reaction is an 'unexpected' reaction or outcome following a service, i.e. fainting
Contra action
A contra-action is an 'expected' reaction or outcome following a service, i.e. erythema
Evidence-based practice
Evidence-based practice is based on the best available, current, valid and relevant evidence.
First aid
First aid can refer to first aid at work qualifications or equivalent and first aid mental health awareness.
Protocol
A protocol is a standard procedure to ensure best practice and compliance when providing services, i.e. follow manufacturer instructions.
* *Relative contraindication
A relative contraindication is a condition that requires an assessment of suitability for the service and/or if adaptions are required.
Links To Other NOS
SKAHDBRBNST1, SKAHDBRBNS1, SKABBR1, SKABBR2, SKABN1, SKABN2, SKABN3, SKAB2, SKAB3, SKAB4, SKAB5, SKAB6, SKAB7, SKAB8, SKAB9, SKAB10, SKAB11, SKAB12, SKABS1, SKABS2, SKABS2, SKABS3, SKABS4, SKABS5, SKABS6, SKABS7, SKAHDBMN1, SKAHDBRBNS2, SKAHDBRBNS3, SKAHDBRBNST2, SKAHDBRBNST3, SKAHDBRBNT1