Skin Tags, Milia and Thread Veins: What Training Do You Need for Skin Blemish Removal?
SKIN · CAREER GUIDE
Skin tags, milia, thread veins and small red spots are some of the most common things clients ask about. They are harmless, but many people want them gone. Skin blemish removal lets you help, often in one short appointment.
AT A GLANCE |
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Level councils look for | Level 4 (advanced electrolysis) |
Usual entry point | Level 3 beauty qualification |
London | Special treatment licence from your council |
How you study | Theory online, practical in Billericay |
01 / THE TREATMENT
What is skin blemish removal?
Skin blemish removal uses a very fine probe and a small electrical current to treat minor skin blemishes. It is sometimes called advanced electrolysis. Common treatments include:
Skin tags
Milia (small white spots)
Thread veins on the face
Campbell de Morgan spots (small red spots)
Some types of warts and age spots
Every client needs a proper consultation first. Some marks must be checked by a GP before you treat them, and a good course teaches you how to tell the difference.
Every client needs a proper consultation first. Knowing what not to treat is part of the skill.
02 / THE QUALIFICATION
What level of training do you need?
Skin blemish removal goes further than standard electrolysis for hair removal, so it is trained at a higher level. One London council that licenses these treatments asks for training equivalent to Level 4 for advanced electrolysis.
Rules vary across England. In London you will need a special treatment licence from your council. Outside London, check with your local council. Your insurer will also want to see a recognised qualification.
03 / THE COURSE
What will you learn?
How the skin is built, and how each blemish forms
Which blemishes you can treat, and which need a GP first
Consultation, consent and contraindications
Safe use of the equipment and correct settings
Aftercare, healing and what to do if there is a reaction
04 / WHO IT IS FOR
Who is it for?
This course suits beauty therapists and aesthetic practitioners who want to add a quick, in-demand treatment to their menu. Most learners already hold a Level 3 beauty qualification. Not sure? Send us a message.
05 / HOW YOU TRAIN
Study the theory online
Start the theory now on the YOU. Academy Hub. Learn at your own pace, with a personal tutor and a weekly live Q&A, then complete your practical training with us in Billericay, Essex.
QUESTIONS WE GET ASKED
FAQs
Is skin blemish removal the same as electrolysis?
It uses similar equipment, but it is a more advanced skill, which is why it is trained at Level 4.
How many treatments does a client need?
Many blemishes clear in one short appointment. Some need a follow-up. You learn how to plan this on the course.
Can I treat moles?
No. Moles and any mark that has changed must be checked by a GP. The course teaches you when to refer.
YOUR NEXT STEP START YOUR LEVEL 4 THEORY Online theory with a personal tutor, then practical training with us in Billericay. |
Always check with your local council and insurer before you start offering treatments.
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