Apply temporary hair attachments to enhance a style

URN: SKAHDBR14
Business Sectors (Suites): Hairdressing and Barbering
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 about a hair professional applying temporary hair attachments to enhance a style by increasing volume and add colour. The ability to blend added hair into the existing style is required. 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.

The main outcomes are:

  1. Apply temporary hair attachments to enhance a style
  2. Remove temporary hair attachments

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 and desired outcomes to inform the temporary hair attachment service plan, to include:
    3.1 treatment history
    3.2 daily hair styling
    3.3 lifestyle
    3.4 alternative treatment options
  4. carry out a hair and skin analysis to determine the service plan, to include:
    4.1 hair curl classification 4.2 hair characteristics 4.3 state of hair
    4.4 scalp condition
  5. carry out tests to determine suitability for the temporary hair attachment service, to include:
    5.1 record the outcome and store in accordance with data legislation
  6. discuss and agree the type of temporary hair attachments suitable for the individual, to include:
    6.1 type
    6.2 texture
    6.3 colour match
    6.4 length
    6.5 width
    6.6 hair style
  7. confirm and agree with the individual, they have understood the proposed temporary attach hair service, to include:
    7.1 contra-actions
    7.2 adverse reactions
  8. obtain the individual's informed consent for the temporary hair attachment service
  9. prepare the individual and cleanse the hair and scalp with a shampoo in accordance with the temporary hair attachment service protocol
  10. comb and blow dry the hair in accordance with the temporary hair
    attachment service protocol
  11. section the hair in accordance with the temporary hair attachment service protocol, to include:
    11.1 choose a temporary hair attachment or attachments to fit the individual's treatment area accurately
  12. comb, smooth and apply the temporary hair attachment, and secure close to the hair roots
  13. conclude the service in accordance with the temporary hair attachment service protocol, to include:
    13.1 personalise the temporary hair attachments by styling the hair according to the temporary hair attachment service protocol
    Removal service
  14. detangle the hair using a suitable tool for the hair curl classification and condition
  15. remove the temporary hair attachments following manufacturer instructions
  16. confirm with the individual they are satisfied with the final result
  17. monitor the individual's health and wellbeing throughout the temporary hair attachment or removal service
  18. implement the correct course of action in the event of an adverse reaction
  19. complete the individual's service records and store in accordance with data legislation
  20. use reflective practice to evaluate the temporary hair attachment service and take appropriate action
  21. provide instructions and advice to the individual, pre and post the service
  22. record the outcome and evaluation of the temporary hair attachment or removal procedure

Knowledge and Understanding

You need to know and understand:

1.     your role and responsibilities in providing temporary hair attachment  services 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 hair service, to include:

5.1 the legislative and insurance requirements for obtaining medical diagnosis and referral 

6.     the importance of recognising suspicious skin irregularities and scalp lesions, and referring to a relevant healthcare professional 

7.     the types and limitations of temporary hair attachments, to include adaptations required, in relation to:

7.1 hair curl classification

7.2 hair condition 

7.3 state of hair

7.4 scalp condition 

7.5 treatment history/chemical build up

7.6 daily hair styling /lifestyle

8.     the importance of carrying out a hair and scalp analysis and how it effects the choice of temporary hair  attachments and application techniques used

9.     the importance of carrying out tests and how the test outcomes can affect the temporary hair attachment service

10.   how to recognise over processed hair, the associated risks and action to take 

11.   how to recognise trichorrhexis nodosa, the associated risks and action to take

12.   how to adapt temporary hair attachment techniques for each hair curl classification 

13.   the reasons why hair colouring services should be carried out prior to a temporary hair attachment service 

14.   the importance of shampooing the hair and scalp prior to the temporary hair attachment service 

15.   the reason why conditioners are avoided prior to a temporary hair attachment service

16.   the risk of damage to hair associated with temporary hair attachment services

17.   how to safely apply temporary hair attachments to the hair in accordance with the manufacturer instructions

18.   the importance of following manufacturer instructions for the application of temporary hair attachments, to include:

18.1 safety precautions

18.2 maintenance

19.   how to carry out temporary hair attachment services

20.   the service times in accordance with your organisational policies and procedures

21.   the importance of consulting with the individual throughout the temporary hair attachment process 

22.   the adverse reactions associated with a temporary hair attachment service and how to respond

23.   the health and safety responsibilities in line with legislation before, during and after the service

24.   the legal requirements for providing hair services to minors and vulnerable adults

25.   why it is important to discuss and establish the individual's objectives, concerns, expectations, desired outcomes and agree the temporary hair attachment service plan

26.   the fee structures and treatment options

27.   the legislative and indemnity requirements of gaining signed, informed consent for the service

28.   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

29.   how to remove temporary hair attachments, to include adaptations for:

29.1 human hair

29.2 synthetic hair

30.   the importance of minimising damage to the individual’s natural hair during the removal process 

31.   the importance of ensuring the individual's comfort and providing reassurance throughout the removal process

32.   how to personalise and shape the temporary hair attachments to blend with the natural hair, in accordance with the temporary hair attachment service protocol 

33.   the importance of adhering to the temporary hair attachment service protocol

34.   the importance of monitoring the health and wellbeing of the individual during and post the service

35.   the expected outcomes of temporary hair attachment services 

36.   the purpose of reflective practice and evaluation and how it informs future services

37.   the instructions and advice, pre and post the temporary hair attachment service


Scope/range

Hair curl classification

  1. straight
  2. wavy
  3. curly
  4. tight curls
  5. combination

Hair characteristics

  1. hair density
  2. hair texture
  3. hair elasticity
  4. hair porosity
  5. hair growth patterns

State of hair

  1. non - chemically treated hair
  2. partially chemically treated hair
  3. chemically treated hair

Tests

  1. elasticity
  2. porosity

Temporary hair attachments

  1. fringe
  2. pony tail
  3. scrunchie/scruffy bun
  4. hair weft
  5. hair bands
  6. full head
  7. partial head
  8. long
  9. short
  10. synthetic hair
  11. human hair
  12. creative colours and classification
  13. hair strands
  14. hair toppers
  15. hair pieces for volume

Temporary hair attachment service protocol

  1. working environment
  2. health and safety
  3. infection prevention and control
  4. service 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

Instructions

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

Anatomy and physiology

  1. the structure and function of the hair and the hair growth cycle
  2. the structure and function of the skin
  3. basic anatomical structure of the head, neck and shoulders
  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.

Hair curl classification

Hair curl classification can be referred to as Type 1 – 4.

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, SKAHDBR1, SKAHD1, SKAHD2

SKAHDBR2,  SKAHDBR3, SKAHDBR4, SKAHDBR5,

SKAHDBR6, SKAHDBR7, SKAHDBR8, SKAHDBR9, SKAHDBR10,

SKAHDBR11, SKAHDBR12, SKAHDBR13, SKAHDBR15,

SKAHDB16, SKAHDB19, SKAHDB20, SKAHDB21, SKABR5



External Links


Version Number

3

Indicative Review Date

31 Mar 2024

Validity

Current

Status

Original

Originating Organisation

SkillsActive

Original URN

SKACH7

Relevant Occupations

Hairdressers and Related Occupations, Hairdressing and Barbering

SOC Code

6221

Keywords

temporary hair attachments ​fringe, pony tail, scrunchie/scruffy bun, hair weft, synthetic hair, human hair, creative colours, hair strands, hair toppers