Provide eyelash and eyebrow treatments

URN: SKAB1
Business Sectors (Suites): Beauty therapy
Developed by: SkillsActive
Approved on: 30 Mar 2021

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:

  1. Shape the brows
  2. Colour the eyelashes and brows using eyelash and brow tint
  3. 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

  1. skin test(s) for the product(s) to be used
  2. sensitivity test

  3. allergy alert test

Adverse reactions

  1. hyperaemia
  2. urticaria
  3. abrasions
  4. damage to the eye
  5. eye irritation
  6. oedema
  7. eyelash loss  
  8. blindness  
  9. allergy     

Eyelash and brow treatment protocol

  1. working environment
  2. health and safety
  3. infection prevention and control
  4. treatment plan
  5. informed consent
  6. data management
  7. test outcomes
  8. manufacturer instructions
  9. audit and accountability
  10. instructions and advice
  11. sustainability
  12. waste management
  13. evidence-based practice
  14. reflective practice

Hair classification

  1. straight
  2. curly
  3. very curly

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Hair colour

  1. fair
  2. red
  3. dark
  4. white

Hair type

  1. terminal
  2. vellus

Hair growth pattern

  1. direction of growth
  2. hair loss

Instructions

  1. the individual and practitioner's legal rights and responsibilities
  2. pre and post treatment instructions and care
  3. restrictions and associated risks
  4. future treatments

Anatomy and physiology

  1. the structure and function of the hair and the hair growth cycle
  2. the structure and functions of the skin
  3. the anatomy and physiology of the human body
  4. 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


External Links


Version Number

3

Indicative Review Date

31 Mar 2024

Validity

Current

Status

Original

Originating Organisation

SkillsActive

Original URN

STABT5 and SKABT6

Relevant Occupations

Beauty Therapist, Lash Technician

SOC Code

6222

Keywords

Eyelash tint, eyebrow tint, cluster lashes