Provide make-up services

URN: SKABT10
Business Sectors (Suites): Beauty Aesthetics
Developed by: SkillsActive
Approved on: 2015

Overview

This standard is about providing make-up services for a variety of make-up styles, including natural, evening and special occasions. You will need to show you can work with a variety of skin types and conditions. The standard covers the application of a wide range of make-up products to different skin tones and age groups.

To carry out this standard you will need to maintain effective health, safety and hygiene throughout your work. You will also need to maintain your personal appearance and demonstrate effective communication and consultation skills.

The main outcomes of this standard are:


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  1. maintain safe and effective methods of working when providing make-up services

  2. consult, plan and prepare for make-up services

  3. apply make-up products


Performance criteria

You must be able to:

**Maintain safe and effective methods of working when providing make-up services

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1.  maintain your responsibilities for health and safety throughout the service

2.  prepare your client and yourself to meet legal and organisational requirements

3.  position your client to meet the needs of the service

4.  ensure your own posture and working methods minimise fatigue and the risk of injury to yourself and others

5.  ensure environmental conditions are suitable for the client and the service

  1.  keep your work area clean and tidy throughout the service

  2.  use working methods that minimise the risk of cross-infection

  3.  ensure the use of clean tools and equipment

  4.  promote environmental and sustainable working practices

  5. follow workplace and suppliers' or manufacturers' instructions for the safe use of tools, materials and products

  6. dispose of waste materials to meet legal requirements

  7. complete the service within a commercially viable time


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Consult, plan and prepare for make-up services


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  1. use consultation techniques to determine the client's service plan

  2. ensure that informed and signed parental or guardian consent is obtained for minors prior to any service

  3. ensure that a parent or guardian is present throughout the service for minors under the age of 16

  4. recognise any contra-indications and take the necessary action

  5. identify and agree with the client the service plan that meets their needs

  6. obtain signed, informed consent from the client prior to carrying out the service

  7. ensure the skin is clean, toned and moisturised prior to the application of make-up

  8. identify and record the client's skin type, skin condition, and underlying skin tone

  9. select make-up products to suit the client's age group, skin type, skin condition, the make-up style and the client's preferences

Apply make-up products

  1. blend foundation to create an even skin tone

  2. apply corrective products to disguise skin blemishes

  3. use a powder to achieve the desired finish, when required

  4. use eyebrow products to define and shape the eyebrows

  5. blend eye products to suit the texture, tone and colour required for the client

  6. apply eyeliner to enhance the eye shape

  7. evenly coat lashes with mascara

  8. apply cheek products to suit the texture, tone and colour required for the client

  9. use lip products to enhance the client's lips

  10. ensure all elements of the make-up combine to complement each other and meet the required make-up style

  11. ensure the finished result is to the client's satisfaction

  12. give your client advice and recommendations on the service provided

  13. ensure the client's records are completed and signed by you and the client


Knowledge and Understanding

You need to know and understand:

Maintain safe and effective methods of working when providing make-up services


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1.  your responsibilities for health and safety as defined by any specific legislation covering your job role

  1.  the legal and organisational requirements for client preparation

  2.  the legal and organisational requirements for your own personal hygiene, protection and appearance

  3.  safe positioning techniques for yourself and your client to prevent discomfort

5.  the necessary environmental conditions for services, such as heating and ventilation and why these are important

6.  why it is important to keep your work area clean and tidy

7.  methods of cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation

8.  methods of working safely and hygienically and which minimise the risk of cross-infection

9.  the different types of working methods that promote environmental and sustainable working practices

  1. the hazards and risks which exist in your workplace and the safe working practices which you must follow

  2. suppliers' and manufacturers' instructions for the safe use of tools, materials and products which you must follow

  3. the legal requirements for waste disposal                                

  4. the reasons for completing the service in a commercially viable time


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Consult, plan and prepare for make-up services


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  1. why it is important to communicate with clients in a professional manner

  2. how to complete a consultation taking into account the client's diverse needs

  3. the legal requirements for providing treatment to minors under 16 years of age

  4. the age at which an individual is classed as a minor and how this differs nationally

  5. the importance of agreeing the service that meets the client's needs

  6. the legal significance of gaining signed, informed client consent to carry out the service

  7. the legislative requirements for storing and protecting client data

  8. how to recognise contra-actions and contra-indications that would prevent or restrict the service

  9. the contra-indications requiring medical referral and why

  10. the necessary action to take in relation to specific contra-indications when referring clients

  11. the reasons for not naming specific contra-indications when referring clients

  12. how to recognise different skin types, characteristics and conditions

  13. the different types of cleansing, toning and moisturising products

  14. the methods used for cleansing, toning and moisturising the skin

  15. the criteria for selecting make-up products to suit different client age groups and make-up styles

  16. how to match make-up products to different skin types, skin tones and skin conditions


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Apply make-up products

  1. the different types of make-up products available for the eyes, lips and the face; application techniques and the guidelines for using them

  2. how to adapt the make-up for clients who wear contact lenses or glasses

  3. how to use corrective colours and concealers to balance skin tone

  4. how to select and use make-up products to enhance face shapes

  5. why certain make-up products should be applied in a particular sequence

  6. the results of incorrect make-up selection and application

  7. the structure and functions of the skin

  8. how environmental and lifestyle factors affect the condition of the skin

  9. how lighting affects the perception of colour and its influence on the effect of make-up

  10. the reasons for matching lighting with the occasion for which the make-up will be worn

  11. possible contra-actions which may occur, how to deal with them and what advice to give to clients

41. the advice and recommendations **on products and services


Scope/range


Scope Performance

Consultation techniques


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  1. questioning

  2. listening

  3. visual

  4. manual

  5. written

Necessary action


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  1. encouraging the client to seek medical advice

  2. explaining why the service cannot be carried out

  3. modification of the service

**Skin type

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  1. oily

  2. dry

  3. combination

**Skin condition

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  1. mature

  2. dehydrated

  3. sensitive


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Make-up products

  1. primers

  2. tinted moisturisers

  3. foundations

  4. powders

  5. facial bronzing products

  6. concealers

  7. corrective products

  8. eyebrow products

  9. eye products

  10. eyeliners

  11. mascara

  12. cheek products

  13. lip products

  14. pencils


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Make-up style


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  1. natural

  2. evening

  3. special occasion

Advice and recommendations


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  1. suitable aftercare products and their uses

  2. avoidance of activities which may cause contra-actions

  3. present and future products and services

  4. suitable make-up removal techniques


Scope Knowledge

**Health and safety

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  1. Health and Safety at Work Act

  2. The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations (RIDDOR)

  3. The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations

  4. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order

  5. The Manual Handling Operations Regulations

  6. The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH)

  7. The Electricity at Work Regulations

  8. The Environmental Protection Act

  9. The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations

  10. The Health and Safety (Information for Employees) Regulations

Environmental and sustainable working practices

  1. reducing waste and managing waste (recycle, reuse, safe disposal)

  2. reducing energy usage (energy efficient equipment, low energy lighting, utilising solar panels)

  3. reducing water usage and other resources

  4. preventing pollution

  5. using disposable items

  6. using recycled, eco-friendly furniture

  7. using low chemical paint

  8. using organic and allergy free products

  9. using environmentally friendly product packaging

  10. choosing responsible domestic products (Fairtrade tea and coffee)

  11. encouraging carbon reducing journeys to work


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Tools


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  1. make-up brushes

  2. containers

  3. disposables

  4. eyelash curlers

  5. tweezers


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Diverse needs


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  1. cultural

  2. religious

  3. age

  4. disability

  5. gender


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Contra-actions

  1. excessive perspiration

  2. adverse skin reactions

  3. watery eyes

  4. excessive erythema

Contra-indications that would prevent or restrict


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  1. viral – herpes simplex

  2. conjunctivitis

  3. open cuts and abrasions

  4. swelling

  5. skin irritation

  6. recent scar tissue

  7. eczema

  8. hyperkeratosis

  9. skin allergies

  10. bruising

  11. watery eyes

  12. healed eczema and psoriasis

  13. redness

  14. bruising

Contra-indications requiring medical referral


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  1. bacterial – impetigo

  2. fungal – tinea

  3. conjunctivitis

  4. severe skin conditions and eye infections

  5. acne

  6. boils

  7. herpes zoster and warts

  8. parasitic infections such as pediculosis and scabies


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Skin conditions

  1. sensitive

  2. dehydrated

  3. broken capillaries

  4. pustules

  5. papules

  6. open pores

  7. dark circles

  8. hyperpigmentation

  9. hypopigmentation

  10. sun damage

  11. scarring

  12. erythema

  13. mature

Make-up products

  1. primers

  2. tinted moisturisers

  3. foundations

  4. powders

  5. facial bronzing products

  6. concealers

  7. corrective products

  8. eyebrow products

  9. eye products

  10. eyeliners

  11. mascara

  12. cheek products

  13. lip products

  14. pencils

  15. setting sprays


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Structure and functions of the skin

**Structure:

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  1. layers of epidermis

  2. dermis

  3. subcutaneous layer

  4. hair follicle

  5. hair shaft

  6. sebaceous gland

  7. arrector pili gland

  8. sweat gland

  9. blood and lymph vessels

  10. sensory nerve endings

**Functions:

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  1. sensitivity

  2. heat regulation

  3. absorption

  4. protection

  5. excretion

  6. secretion

  7. vitamin D production


Values

The following key values underpin the delivery of services in the beauty, nails and spa sectors

  1. a willingness to learn

  2. a flexible working attitude

  3. a team worker

  4. a positive attitude

  5. personal and professional ethics


Behaviours

The following behaviours underpin the delivery of services in the beauty, nails and spa sectors. These behaviours ensure that clients receive a positive impression of both the organisation and the individual

  1. meeting the organisation's standards of behaviour

  2. greeting the client respectfully and in a friendly manner

  3. communicating with the client in a way that makes them feel valued and respected

  4. treating the client courteously and helpfully at all times

  5. adapting behaviour to respond effectively to different client behaviour

  6. checking with the client that you have fully understood their expectations

  7. responding promptly and positively to the client's questions and comments 

  8. recognising information that the client might find complicated and checking whether they fully understood

  9. meeting both organisational and industry standards of appearance.


Skills

The following key skills underpin the delivery of services in the beauty, nails and spa sectors

  1. the ability to self-manage

  2. excellent verbal and non-verbal communication

  3. using the most appropriate ways of communicating with a client

  4. responding promptly to a client seeking assistance

  5. quickly locating information that will help the client

  6. providing the client with information they need about services and products offered by the organisation


Glossary

Natural make-up

A natural style make-up would be classed as a light application of make-up.

Primers

Can be used as a make-up base to give longevity of the make-up.

Special occasion

This could include make-up for parties, proms, weddings.


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Version Number

2

Indicative Review Date

2020

Validity

Current

Status

Original

Originating Organisation

SkillsActive

Original URN

SKAB10

Relevant Occupations

Beauty Therapy, Make-up Artists

SOC Code


Keywords

make-up; services