BABTAC / ABT
The re:lax Gua Sha, Facial Cupping and Acupressure course is a BABTAC and ABT accredited course where we teach you how to safely and effectively use the re:lax gua sha, facial cups, mushrooms, rollers and an acupressure tool.
This one of a kind course has been designed by Katie, Senior Facialist and Founder of relax Skin School, combining her years of experience working with tools, knowledge of cosmetic acupressure and desire to achieve high performance results for her clients. We are so excited to share this unique modality that we know your clients will love!
If you have no experience working with tools or you are looking to build on existing skills in gua sha, facial cupping or acupressure, this course is perfect for you.
Gua Sha, facial cupping and beauty tools
Details
Length: 3 hours online and 3 days in person
Cost: £600
Prerequisites:
For BABTAC: Level 2 Facials
For ABT certificate*: Facials, reflexology, aromatherapy, acupuncture, massage, reiki, nursing, dentistry, other relevant qualifications.
*Please check with your insurer before joining the ABT course
Qualification: BABTAC accredited
Time: 10am-5pm
Location: Unit 34, Containerville, 1 Emma Street, London, E29FN
Dates
Q2 2025
28th - 30th April
Q3 2025
21st - 23rd July
Q4 2025
10th - 12th November
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This is an accredited course and will teach you how to build on your existing skills, perform our of our most popular facials.
You will learn how to safely and effectively use the re:lax gua sha, facial cups, mushrooms, roller and acupressure tools which are available to purchase wholesale and retail to your clients.
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Theory: Online (2-3 hours)
This must be completed prior to the start of the course and it covers the following:
The history
Anatomy and physiology
Contraindications
Health and safety
Preparing your treatment space
Consultation, communication and client Care
Underpinning knowledge and best practice quiz
Practical: 3 days in person using a combination of gua sha, facial cupping, warm and cold mushrooms, rollers and the acupressure tool
Preparing your clients skin
Skin analysis
Lymphatic stimulation and warm up
Muscular release
Lifting and promoting collagen production
Toning, tightening and promoting elastin production
Focused work on cystic acne, scarring, pigmentation, rosacea, lines, TMJ and tension headaches
Acupressure to support the body as a whole
Lymphatic drainage and detoxification
Client care and feedback
At home support and retail
Self promotion and growing your client base
With this course, you also receive videos of every element of the practical treatment as well as videos on self promotion and growing your client base.
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