Level 4 Award in Skin Peeling
his is an advanced therapy qualification aimed at level 3 qualified practitioners aged 18 and over, who wish to add this therapy to their repertoire of treatment offerings.
This qualification is informed by employers and national occupational standards for beauty therapy and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a fully commercial skin peeling practitioner.
The aim of this qualification is to develop the learner’s knowledge, understanding and practical skills when using superficial skin peel products and techniques to rejuvenate the condition of the skin. Learners will acquire skills involved in providing a thorough consultation, skin health checks to establish the client’s suitability for treatment and to formulate a specific treatment plan tailored to suit individual client needs. Learners will prepare and apply a range of skin peels as well as providing the relevant pre and post care. Learners must achieve the following mandatory unit: • Provide skin peeling treatments
The Level 4 Award in Skin Peeling typically takes 2 days to 8 weeks to complete, depending on the provider and study mode. Intensive courses may finish in just a couple of days, while part-time or blended programs with theory and practical sessions can last several weeks.
It is an advanced aesthetic qualification that trains professionals in chemical skin peel treatments to improve skin texture, tone, and appearance.
It is designed for qualified beauty therapists or aesthetic practitioners, usually holding Level 3 Beauty Therapy or Aesthetic qualifications, who want to specialize in skin peeling.
Learners study:
Types of chemical peels and their effects
Skin anatomy and physiology
Client consultation and aftercare
Health, safety, and hygiene standards
Managing contraindications and patch testing
Most providers require a Level 3 Beauty Therapy or Aesthetic qualification and basic knowledge of skin care.