Beauty Therapy study plan

Define the chain of infection and list at least six points in a salon treatment where transmission can occur

Differentiate disinfection from sterilisation and state which level of control applies to implements, linens, surfaces, and hands

Explain the role of pH, surfactants, humectants, emollients, and preservatives in a cosmetic formulation, giving one product example for each

Write a one-page salon opening and closing hygiene routine that covers handwashing, implement immersion, waste disposal, and surface wiping

Match ten common cosmetic ingredient classes to their function and to a client skin type they suit

Label a hand-drawn diagram of the epidermis with all five layers and one key function of each

Describe the structure and growth cycle of the hair follicle, including the three growth phases and what happens to the follicle after shedding

Explain how sebum, natural moisturising factor, and dermal blood supply each affect skin condition and treatment choice

Relate the anatomy of the sweat glands and hair follicle to contraindications for heat, waxing, and electrical treatments

Summarise the functions of the skeleton, muscles, and circulation in the areas most relevant to facial and body treatments

Perform a structured client consultation covering medical history, medications, allergies, lifestyle, and previous treatments, and record findings on a model form

Conduct a skin analysis under magnifying lamp using palpation and visual assessment, then justify a treatment plan from the findings

Sequence a full facial correctly, naming each stage, its purpose, and the approximate time allocation

Select and justify massage movements for a given skin type and explain the direction and pressure used

Identify five contraindications to facial treatments and state whether each is absolute or relative and why

Compare hot wax, warm wax, sugaring, and threading on technique, suitable hair and skin types, and aftercare

Describe hair growth stages and explain why waxing timing must respect the anagen phase

List absolute and relative contraindications for waxing and lash and brow treatments, including medications that thin the skin

Outline a patch test procedure and the client consent record it requires

Map the lash growth cycle and brow architecture to a safe, proportionate lash and brow design

Describe nail plate structure, cuticle, lunula, and matrix, and link each to a common nail disorder

Sequence a manicure and a pedicure correctly, including tool preparation, filing direction, cuticle care, and massage

Explain the legal duties of a practitioner regarding consent, confidentiality, record keeping, and scope of practice

Recognise ten nail and skin conditions that require referral rather than treatment and state the referral wording used

Apply an ethical decision framework to two scenarios involving a client request outside your competence

Name the main body massage movements, their direction, pressure, and physiological effect

Plan a 45-minute body treatment for relaxation versus circulation, justifying product and movement choices

Identify body treatment contraindications including circulatory, lymphatic, and skin-integrity conditions

Explain colour theory fundamentals, including the colour wheel, undertone correction, and warm versus cool palettes

Select a makeup look for three different skin tones and undertones, justifying each product choice

Integrate advanced facial techniques such as exfoliation, masks, and electrotherapy into a full treatment plan with clear indications

Audit a full salon treatment room against health and safety requirements, listing every gap found

Explain how to read a safety data sheet and how to store and dilute professional products safely

Describe waste segregation, sharps handling, and spill response for a salon setting

Rehearse explaining a product's active ingredients and expected results to a client in plain language

Consolidate every domain into a one-page summary sheet of key terms, numbers, and contraindications

Complete two full timed mock exams and log every wrong answer by domain

Re-study the two weakest domains using targeted drills until accuracy exceeds 85%

Practise explaining three treatments to a mock client in under two minutes each, covering benefits, risks, and aftercare

Confirm record-keeping, consent, and insurance requirements are understood for each service covered