What is Dermatology? Dermatology is a branch of medicine that deals with the skin and diseases of the skin. Dermatology involves the study, research, diagnosis, and management of any health conditions that may affect the skin, fat hair, nails, and membranes. A dermatologist is a doctor who specializes in conditions involving the skin, hair, and nails. A dermatologist […]
What is Aesthetic Therapy? Aesthetic, or cosmetic, treatments are non-surgical procedures designed to combat signs of ageing, rejuvenate and refresh skin. They can be used on almost any part of the body but the most common areas are the face and neck. Aesthetics generally refers to outward appearance and beauty. Specialists in the field are usually […]
What is Laser and Light Treatments? Laser/light therapy is a non-invasive procedure that uses light energy to repair and regenerate damaged skin. Laser therapies are medical treatments that use focused light. Unlike most light sources, light from a laser is tuned to specific wavelengths. This allows it to be focused into powerful beams. In medicine, lasers […]
What is Ear & Nose Piercing? Body piercing is the use of special needles and equipment to puncture a client’s skin or body part and create an opening where an implement or a piece of jewellery can be placed. A body piercer is an artist who is professionally trained to work with clients who want […]
What is Eyelash Extension? Eyelash extensions are semi-permanent fibers that are attached to your natural eyelashes to make your lash fringe look longer, fuller, and darker. A Lash Artist or Lash stylist will apply individual lash extensions to each of the individual natural eyelashes one extension per natural eyelash using semi-permanent glue. The material varies […]
What are Ear Candles and Thermal Auricular Therapy? Thermo-Auricular therapy or ear candling is a non-invasive therapy designed to stimulate healing and well-being on a spiritual level. Traditionally ear candles were suggested to be used for earache, excess earwax, blocked sinuses, headaches, ear noise such as tinnitus, and everyday stresses and nervousness. One end of […]
What is Waxing? Waxing is the process of hair removal from the root by using a covering of a sticky substance, such as wax, to adhere to body hair, and then removing this covering and pulling out the hair from the follicle. What 3rd level courses are available? Universities and colleges in Ireland are offering […]
What is Massage? Massage is the practice of rubbing and kneading the body using the hands. During a massage, a massage therapist will apply gentle or strong pressure to the muscles and joints of the body to ease pain and tension. A massage therapist is a person trained in giving massages. What 3rd level courses […]
What is a Beauty Technician? A Beauty Technician is a professional who can perform a range of facial and body treatments to help their clients to look and feel better. They offer treatments such as makeup application, eyelash and brow shaping, manicures, pedicures, body massage, hair removal, and non-surgical facial therapies. There can be some […]
What is Cosmetology? Cosmetology is the study and application of beauty treatments, including hairstyling, skincare, cosmetics, manicures/pedicures, and permanent or non-permanent hair removal. A cosmetologist is an expert in applying these cosmetic procedures, therapies, and treatments to beautify one’s outer appearance and implementing cosmetic treatments to people’s hair, skin, and nails. Beauty professionals employed in […]
What is Barbering? Barbering is the craft of cutting, styling, and coloring short hair, as well as shaving or grooming facial hair. The barbering industry typically caters to men’s haircuts and beard or mustache maintenance, but women can be a part of the industry as well, whether as a professional or a client. A barber […]
What is Make-Up Artistry? Make-Up Artistry is the art of applying make-up or prosthetics to a human body for entertainment or to otherwise enhance a person’s appearance. Make-Up artists work in all aspects of the entertainment and events industries from theatre to television and film, fashion, and special events. What courses are available? Universities and […]
What is Beauty Therapy? Beauty Therapy is the provision and application of a wide range of treatments and cosmetic techniques by trained Beauty Therapists or Beauticians. The concept of Beauty Therapy has been around forever, with humans grooming themselves in one form or another as far back as the history books go. Some common Beauty […]
