Contraindications for Beauty Therapy: Understanding Limitations

Contraindications for Beauty Therapy: Understanding Limitations

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you should be able to describe and understand contraindications that prevent treatments for Beauty Therapy Diploma Level 2.

Introduce the learning objective to the students and explain what they will be able to do by the end of the lesson.

What do you already know about contraindications in beauty therapy?

What are Contraindications?

Contraindications are factors or conditions that prevent the use of certain treatments or procedures.

Define contraindications and provide a basic understanding of what they are.

Types of Contraindications

There are several types of contraindications, including fungal infection, bacterial infection, viral infection, infestations, severe eczema, severe psoriasis, severe skin conditions, eye infections, during chemotherapy, during radiotherapy, deep vein thrombosis, tissue damage resulting in blood loss.

List the different types of contraindications that will be discussed in the lesson.

Fungal Infection

Fungal infections, such as athlete's foot or ringworm, can spread easily and should not be treated until the infection is resolved.

Explain what fungal infections are and why they are a contraindication for beauty therapy treatments.

Bacterial Infection

Bacterial infections, like impetigo or cellulitis, can be highly contagious and require medical treatment before beauty therapy can be performed.

Describe bacterial infections and their impact on beauty therapy treatments.

Viral Infection

Viral infections, such as cold sores or warts, can be easily spread and should not be treated until the infection is resolved.

Discuss viral infections and why they are contraindications for beauty therapy treatments.

Infestations

Infestations like head lice or scabies require specific treatment and should be resolved before beauty therapy can be performed.

Explain what infestations are and why they are contraindications for beauty therapy treatments.

Severe Eczema

Severe eczema can cause open wounds or intense inflammation, making it unsuitable for most beauty therapy treatments.

Describe severe eczema and why it is a contraindication for beauty therapy treatments.

Severe Psoriasis

Severe psoriasis can cause thick, scaly patches on the skin, which may be aggravated by beauty therapy treatments.

Discuss severe psoriasis and why it is a contraindication for beauty therapy treatments.

Severe Skin Conditions

Severe skin conditions, such as severe acne or dermatitis, require specialized treatment and should be addressed before beauty therapy treatments can be performed.

Explain what severe skin conditions are and why they are contraindications for beauty therapy treatments.

Eye Infections

Eye infections, such as conjunctivitis or styes, can be easily spread and should not be treated until the infection is resolved.

Discuss eye infections and why they are contraindications for beauty therapy treatments.

During Chemotherapy

During chemotherapy, the body is more vulnerable to infections and treatments may interfere with the healing process. Beauty therapy treatments should be avoided during this period.

Explain why beauty therapy treatments should be avoided during chemotherapy and the impact it can have on the body.

During Radiotherapy

During radiotherapy, the skin can become sensitive and fragile. Beauty therapy treatments should be avoided in the treated areas.

Discuss why beauty therapy treatments should be avoided during radiotherapy and the potential risks involved.

Deep Vein Thrombosis

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot in a deep vein, can be life-threatening. Beauty therapy treatments should not be performed if a client has DVT.

Explain what deep vein thrombosis is and the risks associated with performing beauty therapy treatments on individuals with DVT.

Tissue Damage Resulting in Blood Loss

If a client has tissue damage resulting in blood loss, beauty therapy treatments should be postponed until the area has healed.

Discuss the importance of avoiding beauty therapy treatments on areas with tissue damage and the potential risks involved.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.