Elements and Performance Criteria
- Consult, plan and prepare for treatments with clients.
- Use consultation techniques to determine and then record client requirements and describe the process in a manner that can be understood by the client.
- Use questioning and observation to recognise and then clearly explain any contraindications to the client and take necessary action.
- Carry out a skin test to determine sensitivity to product and confirm colour preference where necessary.
- Obtain informed and signed parent or guardian consent and ensure that a parent or guardian is present throughout cosmetic tanning process for minors.
- Recommend alternative tanning treatments which are suitable for client's skin type and needs, when necessary.
- Ensure that client's skin is clean and prepared to suit type of tanning product to be used.
- Clean and disinfect tools, equipment and own hands to meet workplace standards and relevant health regulations.
- Select suitable equipment and products and set up the treatment area according to workplace practice and manufacturer instructions.
- Maintain safe and effective methods of working when providing cosmetic treatments.
- Wear suitable personal protective equipment according to workplace practice.
- Prepare client and provide suitable protective covering according to workplace practice.
- Ensure client modesty and privacy at all times and check client's wellbeing at regular intervals during treatments.
- Minimise wastage of tanning product during application.
- Safely dispose of treatment waste to minimise negative environmental impacts.
- Ensure that treatment is completed within the workplace service time frame.
- Complete treatment plan so that it is a current and accurate record, easy to read, and signed by the client and the practitioner.
- Leave the work area and equipment in a clean and hygienic condition suitable for further cosmetic tanning treatments.
- Apply cosmetic tan products.
- Ensure exfoliation is carried out prior to tan application according to manufacturer instructions, and that the skin is left smooth and free from dry, flaky skin.
- Apply moisturisers and barrier creams following manufacturer instructions to prevent overdevelopment of tanning products.
- Test the pressure and operation of the spray gun prior to use, according to manufacturer instructions.
- Use spray tanning techniques in a controlled way and at a correct distance from the body, applying product evenly, in the correct sequence to achieve desired effect.
- Use techniques that minimise the risk of products being spread outside the treatment area and surrounding environment.
- Identify and effectively correct any application problems that occur during the process.
- Check for contra-actions during application and discontinue cosmetic tanning where necessary.
- Ensure that finished tan application is an even coverage, completed in a commercial time frame to the client's satisfaction, and record service outcomes on client record.
- Provide post-treatment advice.