Synopses & Reviews
Beauty Therapy - The Foundations, is the official guide to level 2 beauty therapy, published by Thomson Learning in association with Habia. The third edition of this market-leading beauty therapy text has been fully revised to bring it up-to-date with the current level 2 national occupational standards. As such, it remains the essential 'must-have' text for all students working towards a professional beauty therapy qualification. Tackling each level 2 unit chapter by chapter to enable students to gain the knowledge and skills required to achieve competence. Beauty Therapy - The Foundations also shares practical professional experience with the reader and is invaluable for all level 2 students, whatever their mode of learning Â- college, work-based or self-study.
About the Author
Alex Zotos was born into the world of beauty. His mother; an internationally renowned model; opened her school Â"Elly LukasÂ", in 1954 when women were not given many opportunities to be outwardly confident. As Principal of Elly Lukas College, he has kept his finger on the industry pulse globally and contributed to the industry in a positive and entrepreneurial manner. Alex has been a member of the International Spa Association (USA) education committee, Vice Chairperson of CIDESCO Schools Australia and Member of the Curriculum Maintenance Managers Board.
Table of Contents
Foreword Introduction Acknowledgements CORE UNITS 1 (G1) Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety 2 (G2) Fulfil salon reception duties 3 (G4) Promote additional products or services to clients 4 (G8) Develop and maintain your effectiveness at work ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 5 Anatomy and physiology GENERAL BEAUTY THERAPY UNITS 6 (BT4) Improve and maintain facial skin condition 7 (BT11) Enhance the appearance of the eyebrows and lashes (BT5) Provide eyelash and eyebrow treatments 8 (BT6) Remove hair using waxing techniques 9 (BT7) Provide manicure treatment 10 (BT8) Provide pedicure treatment 11 (BT9) Provide make-up treatment (BT10) Plan and promote make-up activities 12 (BT12) Extend and maintain nails 13 (BT13) Provide nail art service 14 (BT14) Pierce ears 15 (BT 15) Assist with spa treatments Glossary of terms Index