Author: Mo Rosser

Number of Pages: 315

ISBN: 0340926058

Cover: Paperback

This new edition of Mo Rosser's classic textbook, Body Therapy and Facial Work, has been fully revised and updated in line with the specifications of all major awarding bodies including City & Guilds, Edexcel, VTCT, CIBTAC & BABTAC.
In order to provide the most effective treatments for their clients, it is important for students and practitioners of beauty therapy to fully comprehend the science that underpins each electrical treatment. This book explains scientific theory in an accesible yet comprehensive manner and includes detailed insturction on precautions, procedures, feedback and aftercare.

Topics covered include high frequency treatment, mechanical massage, vacuum suction, galvanic treatment, muscle stimulation and micro current treatment, Infra-red and ultraviolet treatments and heat therapy.

This new edition also has three new chapters covering the legal requirements and responsibilities of the therapist, health and safety, and client care and consultation and great emphasis is placed on the maintenance of high standards in order to protect both colleagues and clients.

New colour photographs, features and case studies have been added to facilitate learning. In addition, questions test the knowledge required for practical assessments. Guidance on assessment and answers are also provided.

Body Therapy and Facial Work is an invaluable resource for all students and practitioners of beauty therapy, providing the knowledge necessary to uphold the higest professional standards and give safe and effective treatments.