Principles of Skin Care/Facials and Related

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CSME 1547

In-depth coverage of the theory and practice of skin care, facials, and cosmetics.  Use of skin care machines, massage, hair removal and corrective make-up.  Functions of human cells, various types of tissue, structure and functions of human body.

Course Learning Objectives

Define and explain the importance of anatomy, physiology, and histology to the cosmetology profession.  Recognize common skin lesions.  Understand contraindications and the use of a health screening form to safely perform facial treatments.  Describe the elements of a client consultation for hair removal.  Describe the various types of cosmetics and their uses.

  1. Discuss purposes and layers of the skin.
  2. Analyze different skin types before a facial
  3. Recognize the common disorders and diseases of the skin.
  4. List the various types of machines used for light therapy and identify the purposes.
  5. Discuss the development for a skin care program.
  6. Complete a facial massage.
  7. Perform a facial massage.
  8. Remove facial hair using wax following safety and sanitary rules.
  9. Arch eyebrows according to facial structure.
  10. Apply a depilatory following all safety and sanitary rules.
  11. Understand the functions of human cells.
  12. Describe various types of tissues found in the human body.
  13. Demonstrate and understand the organs and systems of human body and how they function.
Required Textbooks

Standard Textbook of Cosmetology, 2016 ed., Milady Publishing Company.

EQUIPMENT/SUPPLIES:  Make-up, skin care products, textbooks, over-head project, styling chair, towels.

Evaluation Standards

The student will be evaluated using individual practical sheets with the criterion for each task identified.  Chapter test, final written and practical exams will also be included.

Course Progression
  1. Discuss the purposes and layers of the skin.
    1. Discuss the structure of the skin including the factors that affect the skin.
    2. List and define the layers of the skin.
    3. Explain the functions of the skin.
    4. Discuss the glands of the skin and their functions.
  2. Analyze different skin types before a facial.
    1. Discuss the categories of facials.
    2. Demonstrate the procedure for a normal skin facial.
    3. Demonstrate facial procedure for dry skin.
    4. Demonstrate facial procedure for oily skin.
    5. Demonstrate facial procedure for comedones.
    6. Discuss the treatment for whiteheads.
    7. Demonstrate the application of a clay pack on oily skin.
    8. Demonstrate the application of a hot oil mask on dry skin.
  3. Recognize the common disorders and diseases of the skin.
    1. Discuss the disorders of the sudoriferous glands.
    2. Explain the disorders of the pigmentation of skin.
    3. Describe common growths on the skin.
    4. Name the common growths on the skin.
    5. Discuss parasitic infections.
    6. Discuss bacterial infections and lesions of the skin.
  4. List the various types of machines used for light therapy and identify the purposes.
    1. Explain the terms associated with light therapy.
    2. Discuss high-frequency, sinusoidal, galvanic and faradic currents.
    3. Explain the usage and methods of application of high-frequency, sinusoidal, galvanic and faradic currents.
  5. Discuss the development for a skin care program.
    1. Practice all safety and sanitary precautions.
    2. Relate the facial standards in relation to the face.
    3. Discuss the structure of the skin including the factors that affect the skin.
    4. Identify the method of skin analysis.
    5. Discuss the products used for skin care treatment.
    6. List the electric machines used for skin care treatments.
    7. Discuss the methods dealing with electrology.
  6. Complete a make-up application.
    1. Discuss the cosmetics used in facial makeup.
    2. Demonstrate the application of facial makeup.
    3. Explain the illusions created when using makeup.
    4. Discuss corrective face and eye makeup.
    5. Explain the standards used by professionals to shape the eyebrows.
  7. Perform a facial massage.
    1. Describe and demonstrate the five facial massage manipulations.
    2. Discuss the effects of massage on nerves and muscles.
    3. Name other forms of muscle and nerve stimulation.
  8. Remove facial hair following safety and sanitary rules.
    1. Discuss the temporary means of removing hair.
    2. Demonstrate the procedure for removal of hair using was.
    3. Discuss the types of electrolysis.
    4. Discuss the precautions for permanent hair removal.
  9. Arch eyebrows according to facial standards.
    1. Explain the standards used by professionals to shape the eyebrows.
    2. Demonstrate the procedure for arching using wax or honey preparation.
    3. Demonstrate how tweezers are used to arch.
  10.  Apply a depilatory following all safety and sanitary rules.
    1. Describe the elements of a client consultation for hair removal.
    2. Name the conditions that contraindicate hair removal in the salon.
    3. Identify and describe three methods of permanent hair removal.
    4. Demonstrate the techniques of temporary hair removal.
  11. Understand the functions of human cells.
    1. Recognize common skin lesions.
    2. Describe the disorders of the sebaceous glands.
    3. Name and describe the changes in skin pigmentation.
    4. Identify the forms of skin cancer.
    5. List the factors that contribute to the aging of the skin.
    6. Explain the effects of over exposure of sun on the skin.
    7. Understand what contact dermatitis is and how it can be prevented.
  12. Describe various types of tissues found in the human body.
    1. Define tissue and identify the types of tissue found in the body.
    2. Define and explain the importance of Anatomy and Physiology to the Cosmetology Profession.
Instructional Methods

This course will be taught in a lab/lecture setting.  Demonstrations relating to various facial procedures will be shown.  Audio-visual aids, lectures and transparencies will be used in conjunction with student practical sheets.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Cosmetology Program the student will be able to:

  • Project a positive attitude and a sense of personal integrity and self-confidence.
  • Practice effective communication skills, visual poise, and proper grooming.
  • Respect the need to deliver worthy service for value received in an employer-employee relationship.
  • State the benefits of prioritizing time efficiently.
  • Use proven strategies to build a clientele.
  • List safety and sanitation procedures for use of equipment, implements, and treatments.
  • Perform basic manipulative skills in the areas of hairstyling, hair shaping, hair coloring, texture services, scalp and hair conditioning, skin and makeup, manicure and pedicures.
  • Perform the basic analytical skills to determine proper makeup, hairstyle, and color application for the client’s overall image.
  • Apply learned theory, technical information and related matter to assure sound judgments, decisions, and procedures.
  • Apply learned theory, manipulative skills and analytical skills to obtain licensure and competency in entry-level positions in cosmetology or a related career field.
Disabilities

ADA Statement:

Any student with a documented disability (e.g. learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc.) may contact the Office on the Weatherford College Weatherford Campus to request reasonable accommodations. Phone: 817-598-6350 Office Location: Office Number 118 in the Student Services Building, upper floor. Physical Address: Weatherford College 225 College Park Drive Weatherford, TX.

Academic Integrity
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Hope Statement
Any student who faces challenges securing basic resources such as food, clothing, or housing and believes this may affect their performance in their course of study is urged to contact the Director of Student Resources, Dr. Deborah Cregger, for support at (817) 598-6444. Her office is on the first floor of Student Services. If the student prefers, they may contact their instructor, who can reach out on their behalf. Weatherford College also provides the Coyote Pantry. The Pantry maintains boxed and canned foods for students in need. The location of the Coyote Pantry is two blocks west of the Weatherford campus at the Baptist Student Ministry (118 E. Park Ave., Weatherford). Pantry hours are Mon-Thurs. 8:30 am-4:30 pm and Fri. 8.30 am-12:00 pm (817-599-6586).
SCANS

The Secretary’s Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS) identified competencies in the area of Resources, Interpersonal, Information, Systems, and Technology; and foundation skills in the areas of Basic Skills and Personal Qualities.  A SCANS matrix which includes this course is available for your review.

https://www.wcinstruction.net/syllabi/file.php/231/Cosmetologoy_SCANS_Matrix_2011.pdf