Beauty Therapist - Somatologist

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Somatologist studies the science of dealing with the body in all its physical aspects. Somatology is a multi-faceted profession in which the Somatologist treats a variety of skin and body problems in a holistic and health related manner.

Make Your Own Essential Oils and Skin-Care Products

There are many books available on using essential oils - now there is one on how to make your own. This book accompanies a residential weekend course, and a distillation kit to carry out the procedures outlined in the book. Making your own essential oils can be a fascinating hobby, or for the professional aromatherapist, a way of ensuring that your products are fresh, unadulterated and organic. The book also describes how to make creams, lotions, balms, gels, tinctures and other skin-care products from the essential oils and distillate waters you have produced. 

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Beauty Basics: The Official Guide to Level 1  

Lorraine Nordmann's "Beauty Basics" remains the most comprehensive introduction available to therapists at the start of their beauty therapy careers. Carefully mapped to the national occupational standards for beauty therapy at level 1, each chapter relates clearly to the unit it covers, so you can be confident that "Beauty Basics" will tell you everything you need to know. As a beauty therapist and lecturer with many years experience, Lorraine Nordmann understands the demands of beauty therapy training at the start of your career, and provides easy-to-follow instructions and guidance.;Packed full of full-colour, step-by-step photograph sequences to illustrate key techniques, "Beauty Basics" will really help you get to grips with the essentials and act as a good point of reference in the salon. From the up-to-the-minute stylish design to the friendly and accessible writing style, this book really does have it all. Endorsed by both the Hair and Beauty Industry Authority (Habia) and City & Guilds, "Beauty Basics" will give you the head-start you need to go on to become a successful beauty therapist.

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Beauty Therapy: The Foundations: The Official Guide to NVQ/SVQ Level 2

The only official guide for beauty therapists studying at level 2, Lorraine Nordmann's best-selling "Beauty Therapy: The Foundations" has been revised and restyled to ensure it remains the textbook of choice for all trainee therapists, whether studying at college, in work-based training or learning from home. This much loved textbook provides a complete guide to beauty therapy at level two and is packed full of practical and professional advice on how to handle clients, maintain a pleasant and safe working environment and perform all of the treatments you will be learning about on your course.;Endorsed by both the Hair and Beauty Industry Authority (Habia) and City & Guilds, you can be confident that "Beauty Therapy: The Foundations" will not only match your qualification perfectly but will also give you the tools you need to give your learning that professional edge. "Beauty Therapy: The Foundations" is comprehensive and easy-to-use, and remains up-to-date with all the latest industry trends.

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Professional Beauty Therapy: The Official Guide to Level 3

This new and expanded edition of Lorraine Nordmann's best-selling "Professional Beauty Therapy" continues to offer the best coverage available for beauty therapists training at level 3 and is the only guide to cover all level 3 units of the current national occupational standards for beauty therapy. "Professional Beauty Therapy" tells you everything you need to know, whether you are studying at college, in work-based training or learning from home. Endorsed by both the Hair and Beauty Industry Authority (Habia) and City & Guilds, "Professional Beauty Therapy" is the only official guide to beauty therapy at level 3 and will provide you with the specialist skills and underpinning knowledge you need to give your that professional edge. Not only is "Professional Beauty Therapy" comprehensive and easy-to-use but remains up-to-date with all the latest industry trends.

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Facials and Skincare in Essence

Designed to inspire and to motivate, "Facials and Skincare in Essence" provides a beautifully illustrated, easy to follow introduction to this popular area of study. The book concentrates on practical application with step-by-step photographs of numerous skin care techniques and facial massage routines. The book enthuses students and encourages further study by including fascinating information on topics such as holistic facial rejuvenation and cosmetic procedures as well as detailed information on how to develop your interest. Written in accessible style with numerous FAQs, case studies and summaries, "Facials and Skincare in Essence" is the perfect introduction for students on short courses, professional therapists topping up their skills, NVQ Level 2 and 3 Beauty Therapy students and anyone interested in beauty therapy or cosmetology.

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A Practical Guide to Beauty Therapy

Suitable for the students taking Level 1 Beauty Therapy awards, including VTCT, ITEC, and City and Guilds.

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The Science of Beauty Therapy

The new edition of The Science of Beauty Therapy has been thoroughly updated to make it more suitable for today's students. The text covers all the underpinning scientific concepts behind a range of therapy applications (from anatomy and physiology to electrical theory) and how it applies to the relevant equipment. This new edition includes extra material on Diet and Nutrition, Artificial Nails, and Laser Treatment to bring the text up-to-date with the latest developments in beauty and holistic therapies. Ideal for NVQ Level 2/3 and BTEC students, the text includes a variety of questions and activities to further enhance learning.

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Anatomy and Physiology

The new edition of this best selling textbook has been fully revised in line with the latest specifications for all major awarding bodies. It provides students with the essential knowledge required to pass the anatomy and physiology component of complementary and beauty therapy courses from level 1-3 as well as specialist diplomas. It also provides an accessible introduction for students of complementary health. Now in full colour and accompanied by a teacher's CD-ROM (0 340 90809 2), "Anatomy and Physiology: Therapy Basics" brings anatomy to life with numerous illustrations, summaries, self-assessment questions and a guide to electronic resources. "Anatomy and Physiology: Therapy Basics" continues to be an indispensable guide and companion for all therapies students throughout their studies and into their professional life.

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