Provide waxing treatments for the face and body
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 about providing waxing treatments on the face and body. You will also be required to do a post treatment 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.
* * The main outcomes are:
- remove unwanted hair from the face
- remove unwanted hair from the body
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, concerns, expectations and desired outcomes to inform the waxing treatment plan, to include:
3.1* treatment history*
3.2 skincare regime
3.3 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 waxing 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 waxing treatment, in accordance with organisational and insurance requirements
7. prepare the individual's treatment area in accordance with the waxing treatment protocol, **to include:
7.1 maintaining the individual's modesty and comfort
8. select and use effective hygiene preparation and pre-wax product to meet the individual's needs, in accordance with the waxing treatment protocol
9. carry out a hair and skin analysis, to include:
9.1 hair classification
9.2 hair growth patterns
9.3 skin classification
9.4 skin type
9.5 skin condition
10. select waxing products in accordance with the waxing treatment protocol
Strip wax
11. carry out safe and effective removal of hair using strip wax systems, to include:
11.1 conduct a thermal test patch immediately prior to the waxing treatment on the therapist's wrist and the individual's treatment area
11.2 establish the hair growth pattern and trim long hair prior to the application of the wax
11.3 transfer the wax from the waxing unit in accordance with legislative requirements to minimise the risk of cross-infection and contamination
11.4 apply the wax at the appropriate angle, in the direct of the hair growth and in accordance with the waxing treatment protocol
11.5 apply the wax strip evenly, applying pressure for adhesion to the wax
11.6 remove the wax strip swiftly against the hair growth, ensuring the skin is taut in accordance with the waxing treatment protocol
11.7 ensure the individual's treatment area is left free of wax and hair in accordance with the waxing treatment protocol
11,8 apply a soothing product on to the individual's treatment area in accordance with the waxing treatment protocol
11.9 ensure minimum wastage for sustainability
Non-strip wax
12. carry out safe and effective removal of hair using non-strip wax systems, to include:
12.1 conduct a thermal test patch immediately prior to the waxing treatment on the therapist's wrist and the individual's treatment area
12.2 establish the hair growth pattern and trim long hair, prior to the application of the wax
12.3 transfer the wax from the waxing unit in accordance with legislative requirements to minimise the risk of cross-infection and contamination
12.4 apply the wax at the appropriate angle in accordance with the waxing treatment protocol
12.5 remove the wax swiftly in accordance with the waxing treatment protocol
12.6 ensure the individual's treatment area is left free of wax and hair in accordance with the waxing treatment protocol
12.7 apply a soothing product on to the individuals treatment area in accordance with the waxing treatment protocol
12.8 ensure minimum wastage for sustainability
13. monitor the individual's health, wellbeing and skin reaction throughout the waxing treatment
14. implement the correct course of action in the event of an adverse reaction
15. conclude the treatment in accordance with the waxing treatment protocol, legislative requirements and organisational policies and procedures
16. complete the individual's treatment records and store in accordance with data legislation
17. use reflective practice to evaluate the waxing treatment and take appropriate action
18. provide instructions and advice to the individual, pre and post the waxing treatment
19. record the outcome and evaluation of the waxing treatment
Knowledge and Understanding
You need to know and understand:
1. your role and responsibilities in providing waxing 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 beauty treatments, 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 waxing treatments, in relation to:
7.1 past and current medical history
7.2 medication and medical conditions
7.3 individual's expectations
7.4 treatment history
8. the reasons for cutting stray and over long hairs, prior to commencing the waxing treatment
9. the anatomical facial structure and features to determine symmetry and balance from eyebrow waxing treatments
10. the adverse reactions associated with an waxing treatment and how to respond
11. the hair types and which are suitable for waxing treatments
12. why the therapist must support the skin to be taut throughout the waxing treatment
13. how the position of the therapist and individual effects the treatment outcomes
14. the health and safety responsibilities in line with legislation before, during and after the treatment, to include:
14.1 effective disposal of waxing contaminated waste in accordance with legislative requirements
15. why it is important to discuss and establish the individual's objectives, concerns, expectations, desired outcomes and agree the waxing treatment plan
16. the legal requirements for providing beauty treatments to minors and vulnerable adults
17. the fee structures and treatment options
18. the legislative and indemnity requirements of gaining signed, informed consent for the treatment
19. the importance of adhering to the waxing treatment protocol
20. the importance of carrying out a hair and skin analysis
21. how to maintain the individual’s modesty and comfort throughout the treatment
22. the types of hygiene products for the skin and the importance of following manufacturer instructions
23. the types of wax products and wax systems and how they differ, to include:
23.1 ingredients and composition
23.2 working temperatures
23.3 application and removal techniques
23.4 individual’s treatment area
24. the importance of adhering to manufacturer instructions to prevent product incompatibilities and risks to health
25. the benefits and limitations of products and equipment used in waxing treatments, to include:
25.1 how hair and skin classification and the individual’s pain tolerance can affect the selection of products and equipment used in a waxing treatment
26. the congenital, systemic and topical causes of unwanted hair growth
27. the adaptations required when removing hair around conditions which restrict the treatment
28. how to prepare and use products and equipment in accordance with the waxing treatment protocol
29. the importance of monitoring the health and wellbeing of the individual during and post treatment
30. 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
31. the legislative and regulatory requirements of completing and storing the individual's waxing treatment records
32. the expected outcomes of waxing treatments
33. the purpose of reflective practice and evaluation and how it informs future treatments
34. the importance to record the outcome and evaluation of the waxing treatment
35. the instructions and advice, pre and post the waxing treatment
Scope/range
Treatment history
- waxing
- tweezing
- threading
- trimming
- shaving
- depilatory creams
- electrical depilatory
- abrasive mitts
- intense pulsed light
- laser hair removal
- electrical epilation
- alkaline wash
- dermaplaning
Adverse reactions
- bruising
- excessive oedema
- burns
- abrasions
- broken hair
- urticaria
- hyperaemia
- excessive and diminished regrowth
- abrasions / skin graze
- allergy
Individual's treatment area
- face
- body
Waxing 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
dry
oily
combination
balanced
Waxing products
- strip wax
- non-strip wax
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 function 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.
Hair classification * *
Hair classification can be referred to as hair type.
Non-strip hot wax
Non-strip hot wax is a multi-directional wax that is applied to the hair, left to almost set and removed. Hot wax can have varying properties.
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.
S*trip warm wax*
Strip wax refers to application of a warm wax to the hair and using a fabric or paper like strip to remove. Crème, honey and sugar are categorised as warm wax and each have varying consistencies and properties.
Links To Other NOS
SKAHDBRBNST1, SKAHDBRBNS1, SKABBR2, SKABN1, SKABN2, SKABN3, SKAB1, 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