SHBBSKS003 Design and provide cosmetic tattooing

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SHBBSKS003 Design and provide cosmetic tattooing

Modification History

Not applicable.

Application

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to penetrate the skin to apply pigments in order to provide cosmetic tattoos on the face or body.

It requires the ability to consult with clients, design the tattoo, select pigments and equipment to tattoo lips, eyebrows, eyelids, face and breast areola. This is a remedial or cosmetic tattoo treatment and can be an individual service, or form part of a series of services.

This unit applies to beauty therapists who work in beauty salons. In this environment they exercise judgment in selecting tattoo designs; demonstrate maturity and confidentiality in their client interactions; and apply knowledge of skin biology and skin penetration infection control procedures.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Pre-requisite Unit

SHBBINF001 Maintain infection control standards

Competency Field

Skin Services

Unit Sector

Beauty

Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENTS	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes.	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
1. Establish client requirements.	1.1 Access and review client treatment plan if available. 1.2 Discuss with client cosmetic tattooing requirements and lifestyle factors to identify their priorities. 1.3 Consult with referral sources to clarify and confirm client request for tattoo service if required. 1.4 Assess skin in area to be tattooed to determine suitability of cosmetic tattooing to meet client requirements. 1.5 Identify contraindications to cosmetic tattooing and refer client to appropriate professional as required. 1.6 Identify skin disorders and diseases and possible adverse reactions and discuss with client. 1.7 Review client medical history, medications and obtain medical approval prior to treatment as required.
2. Design and recommend cosmetic tattooing.	2.1 Design tattoo, providing client with visual representation of expected outcomes. 2.2 Explain to client treatment sequence, duration, frequency and cost. 2.3 Modify treatment plan, record updates and obtain signed client consent. 2.4 Obtain informed and signed parent or guardian consent if client is a minor.
3. Set up and provide safe cosmetic tattooing.	3.1 Check readiness of treatment area and availability of equipment. 3.2 Prepare client and select pigments and equipment based on agreed treatment plan. 3.3 Position self throughout treatment to minimise fatigue and risk of injury. 3.4 Ensure client comfort and modesty throughout treatment. 3.5 Use energy, water and other resources efficiently during preparation and subsequent treatment process.
4. Perform patch test.	4.1 Cleanse and disinfect patch test on area to be tattooed. 4.2 Select sterile needle pack and open in front of client. 4.3 Conduct patch test on an area adjacent to the area to be tattooed. 4.4 Identify skin reaction and advise client of suitability for cosmetic tattooing treatment. 4.5 Record details of patch test. 4.6 Rebook client to assess outcomes of patch test and for further treatments.
5. Provide cosmetic tattooing.	5.1 Map out shape and colour of cosmetic tattoo. 5.2 Photograph area to be tattooed prior to and immediately after treatment. 5.3 Cleanse and anaesthetise skin in treatment area. 5.4 Open sterile needle packs in front of client. 5.5 Select, prepare and record needles and pigments to be used. 5.6 Provide cosmetic tattooing treatment. 5.7 Apply aftercare products.
6. Review treatment and provide post treatment advice.	6.1 Apply knowledge of skin biology, wound healing, cosmetic chemistry and treatment outcomes and client feedback to evaluate treatment. 6.2 Record treatment parameters and outcomes of treatment on client treatment plan. 6.3 Provide aftercare advice and recommend products and future treatments. 6.4 Manage client expectations of potential outcomes. 6.5 Rebook client as required. 6.6 Advise referral source on treatment progress as required.
7. Clean treatment area.	7.1 Remove used linen and clean treatment surfaces and equipment according to organisational policies and procedures. 7.2 Dispose of probes or needles in sharps container. 7.3 Sterilise any instrument that has come into contact with body fluids. 7.4 Restock equipment and products in preparation for next treatment. 7.5 Dispose of general and any hazardous waste to minimise negative environmental impacts and according to organisational policies and procedures.

Foundation Skills

Foundation skills essential to performance in this unit, but not explicit in the performance criteria are listed here, along with a brief context statement.
Skill	Description
Reading skills to:	interpret, and follow manufacturer instructions and safety data sheets for safe use of cleaning and treatment products, pigments, needles and equipment source and interpret credible information on skin structure and biology.
Oral communication skills to:	use effective questioning and active listening techniques to consult client, confirm requirements and monitor treatment outcomes.
Numeracy skills to:	calculate treatment timing, pigment quantities and needle size and pricing.
Problem-solving skills to:	identify issues and modify technique or products to minimize skin damage and client discomfort.
Planning and organising skills to:	sequence series of treatments to maximise outcomes for client.
Technology skills to:	safely use and maintain cosmetic tattoo machine and tools use client software to update client notes, record stock data and product purchases.

Unit Mapping Information

SIBBSKS504A Design and perform cosmetic tattooing

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=255d312b-db07-48f2-b6d6-1b0b06c42898