Beauty & Nails Onboard — xplor School

Independent study. xplor is not an accredited training provider and awards no certificate. This course does NOT qualify you to treat anyone: beauty and nail treatments require an accredited vocational qualification, practical assessment and insurance.

Free

BEAUTY-1 · The Role and the Setting

2 lessons

BEAUTY-1.1 The Onboard Beauty Role Practice in examiner →

BEAUTY-1.1.1

The Onboard Beauty Role and the Realistic Treatment Menu

Introduces the beauty side of the spa-stew role: what guests really ask for, a realistic yacht treatment menu, and where the role sits in the interior team. States plainly that this course is preparatory study only and that treating guests requires an accredited qualification and insurance.

BEAUTY-1.2 The Treatment Space and Logistics Practice in examiner →

BEAUTY-1.2.1

Setting Up the Treatment Space, Scheduling and Provisioning

How to set up a treatment space on a yacht without damaging the interior, ventilate it properly, schedule treatments around guest plans, and provision and stow beauty products safely at sea.

BEAUTY-2 · Skin and Nails: The Science

3 lessons

BEAUTY-2.1 The Skin Practice in examiner →

BEAUTY-2.1.1

Skin Structure, Function and Skin Types

The structure and functions of skin, the acid-mantle barrier, and the professional distinction between skin type (genetic, stable) and skin condition (temporary, changeable) — including why dry and dehydrated skin need different treatment.

BEAUTY-2.1.2

Sun Damage, Ageing, Sensitivity, Acne and Pigmentation

Sun damage and photoageing in the tropical yachting environment, the difference between sensitive and sensitised skin, how to handle acne and pigmentation cosmetically — and the medical red lines, including changing moles, that must be referred to a doctor.

BEAUTY-2.2 The Nail Unit Practice in examiner →

BEAUTY-2.2.1

Nail Anatomy, Growth and Nail Conditions: Treat or Refer

The anatomy of the nail unit, how nails grow, and how to tell a healthy nail from an unhealthy one — with a clear treat-or-refer table separating cosmetic nail conditions from medical ones that must go to a doctor.

BEAUTY-3 · Treatments

4 lessons

BEAUTY-3.1 Nail Treatments Practice in examiner →

BEAUTY-3.1.1

Manicure and Pedicure, Step by Step

A step-by-step professional manicure and pedicure: preparation, filing, correct cuticle work and why aggressive cutting is wrong, buffing, massage and polish application — plus the special care required for diabetic guests and for working in a seaway.

BEAUTY-3.1.2

Gel, Shellac, Enhancements and Correct Removal

Gel and shellac application and curing, why under-cured gel and skin contact cause allergic sensitisation, the correct soak-off removal method and the damage caused by picking or over-filing, an outline of enhancement systems, and why MMA and onboard acrylics should be avoided.

BEAUTY-3.2 Face, Hair Removal and Finish Practice in examiner →

BEAUTY-3.2.1

Facials, Product Layering and Active Ingredients

The step-by-step structure of a professional facial, the thin-to-thick layering principle, and a working table of active ingredients — AHAs, BHA, retinoids, vitamin C, niacinamide — with the cautions that matter for sun-exposed guests in the tropics.

BEAUTY-3.2.2

Waxing, Brows, Lashes and Evening Makeup

Waxing technique, temperature and contraindications; brow shaping, tinting and lash extensions; and evening makeup for yacht events — built around the non-negotiable patch test for tints and lash adhesive, which has caused serious harm when skipped.

BEAUTY-4 · Safety, Hygiene and Boundaries

4 lessons

BEAUTY-4.1 Hygiene and Chemical Safety Practice in examiner →

BEAUTY-4.1.1

Infection Control and Sterilisation Onboard

Infection control for beauty work at sea: the single-use, sterilisation, disinfection and sanitising hierarchy; the risk of cross-infection and blood-borne viruses; and the exact procedure to follow if you draw blood during a treatment.

BEAUTY-4.1.2

Chemical Safety, Ventilation and COSHH

Chemical safety for onboard beauty work: the hazards of acetone, monomer, nail dust, adhesives and aerosols; why recirculating yacht air conditioning makes vapour a crew health issue; fire risk; COSHH and safety data sheets; and stowing products for sea.

BEAUTY-4.2 Consent, Records and Boundaries Practice in examiner →

BEAUTY-4.2.1

Consultation, Contraindications, Consent and Records

How to run a consultation, identify absolute and restrictive contraindications, refuse a treatment professionally and escalate to the chief stew, take informed consent, and keep record cards that protect both the guest and you.

BEAUTY-4.2.2

Professional Boundaries, Confidentiality, Waste and MARPOL

Professional boundaries and what to do when a guest crosses the line, guest confidentiality, knowing when a seaway makes a treatment unsafe, and correct disposal of chemical and clinical waste under MARPOL — closing with a restatement that this course is preparatory study only.

Aligned to the IAMI GUEST Program framework. Preparatory study only — assessment and certification are carried out by an approved GUEST Training Provider. Official source (GUEST Program).

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