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Health and Beauty Therapy Jennifer Cartwright

Health and Beauty Therapy By Jennifer Cartwright

Health and Beauty Therapy by Jennifer Cartwright

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Summary

"Health and Beauty Therapy" is suitable for all major Level 3 Beauty Therapy courses and is written by two experienced practitioners who remain actively involved in all aspects of the industry. This new edition brings the text right up-to-date with new material and a new design to further enhance its user-friendly format.

Health and Beauty Therapy Summary

Health and Beauty Therapy: A Practical Approach for NVQ Level 3 by Jennifer Cartwright

Specifically, this new edition includes:Updated material to match the current NVQ/SVQ Beauty Therapy Level 3 specifications. New chapters on aromatherapy massage and artificial nail techniques. All the latest advances in this rapidly changing area. Key features retained from the previous edition include:Complete and comprehensive coverage of all relevant modules. Activities, progress check questions and key terms to aid learning and retention of knowledge. Clear and precise illustrations. Contraindications highlighted throughout. An emphasis on safe and professional practice.

About Jennifer Cartwright

Dawn Mernagh-Ward is Acting Dean of Faculty of Creative Education at Warwickshire College. She is also an international consultant and has regular features in Health and Beauty Salon magazine. Jennifer Cartwright is Team Leader for NVQ 3 Beauty Therapy and Course Manager for HNC Science (Fitness and Holistic Therapies) at Warwickshire College.

Table of Contents

Part 1 Anatomy and physiology: cells and tissues; the skin; the skeletal system; the muscular system; the circulatory system; the neurological system; the endocrine system; the digestive system; the urinary system; anatomy of the female breast. Part 2 Advice on dietary control and exercise: basic nutrition; diets; figure and postural analysis; corrective exercise as home care advice; physical fitness. Part 3 Health, safety, reception, stock control and consultation: hygiene; emergency first aid; reception; the receptionist; telephone enquiries; recording appointments; maintaining stock and the retail area; risk assessment; consultation. Part 4 Body massage: classification of massage movements and their effects on the body; preparation for massage; creating a welcoming environment; massage consultation and assessment; massage treatment; adaptation of massage to suit the individual's requirements; types of massage. Part 5 Elementary science: forms of matter; electricity. Part 5 Electrical equipment for face and body treatments: electrical equipment; mechanical massagers; vacuum suction massage; electrotherapy treatments; high frequency; neuro-muscular electrical stimulation (NMES); galvanic treatments; vapourizers; brush cleansing. Part 7 Specialized salon treatments for figure and skin improvement: manual treatments; body wraps; toning tables; electrical treatments. Part 8 Spa treatments: hydrotherapy; heat treatments; sauna; vibratory sauna; steam treatments; flotation treatments; foam baths; aerated baths; hydrotherapy baths; whirlpools; hydro-oxygen baths; thalassotherapy; contrast baths. Part 9 Light therapy treatments: the electromagnetic spectrum; infra-red radiation; ultra-violet radiation. Part 10 Remedial camouflage: role of the cosmetic camouflage therapist; client consultation; remedial camouflage conditions; equipment required for camouflage make-up; blending techniques; matching skin colour; prosthetics. Part 11 Aromatherapy: skin absorption; essential oils; carrier oils; mixing the oils for aromatherapy massage; consultation; aromatherapy massage; acupressure; routine for an aromatherapy treatment; after care and home advice; further uses of essential oils; massage and aromatherapy in a medical setting. Part 12 Artifical nails: artificial nail systems; acrylic nails; gel nails; fabric overlays and nail extensions; semi-permanent nails (nail tips); temporary nails (pre-formed); removing artificial nail structures; general home care advice; contra-actions. Part 13 Salon administration and related legislation: forms of business arrangements; choice and type of premises; basic business legislation; treatment and consumer legislation; insurance; staff and recruitment; marketing and promotion; taxation; basic business terminology.

Additional information

GOR001958155
9780748760787
0748760784
Health and Beauty Therapy: A Practical Approach for NVQ Level 3 by Jennifer Cartwright
Jennifer Cartwright
Used - Good
Paperback
Oxford University Press
2001-06-20
392
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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