| Beauty Articles :: Program Descriptions & Career Overviews :: Chemical Peel Studies • Chemical Peel Programs |
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| Chemical Peel Studies • Chemical Peel Programs |
| by Robyn Tellefsen |
Chemical Peels are a technique used to improve the appearance of the skin on the face, neck, or hands. A chemical solution is applied to the skin, which causes it to blister and eventually peel off. The new, regenerated skin is usually smoother and less wrinkled than the old skin, though it is also temporarily more sensitive to the sun.
What You'll Learn
Chemical peel courses include skin analysis, skin conditions and contraindications, product ingredients, treatment procedures, treatment of reactions, rules and regulations, and professional business practices and insurance. As part of the hands-on, practical training, students give chemical peels on real clients using state-of-the-art chemical exfoliation products.
Degree Types
Chemical peel courses are designed for those who intend to perform chemical peels in an esthetic or medical setting. Chemical peel courses lead to a certificate or continuing education units.
Career Paths
Chemical peels may be performed by licensed estheticians in a variety of medical settings, such as dermatology offices, hospitals, laser centers, medical clinics, medical spas, and surgical centers. Medical estheticians provide support to physicians and nurses by performing chemical peels as well as other therapeutic and esthetic treatments.
Job Outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of estheticians is expected to grow 34 percent between 2006 and 2016 as more facial procedures to improve the complexion become available and more popular in spas and medical settings. In May 2007, median annual earnings of estheticians were $27,190.
Licensing and Accreditation Information
All states require those who perform chemical peels to be licensed. Requirements for licensure vary from state to state, but generally students must first graduate from a state-licensed esthetician school and pass a state licensing exam. Find your state licensing board's curriculum and examination requirements here: http://www.naccas.org/StateBoard/index.htm
Esthetician schools may be accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of cosmetology Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), which is recognized by the US. Department of Education.
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