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COSM G072N: Esthetics - Level 2

Course Outline of Record
Item Value
Eff Term Fall 2026
Curriculum Committee Approval Date 11/05/2024
Top Code 300700 - Cosmetology and Barbering (CTE)
Units 0 Total Units (Lecture Units 0;  Lab/Other Units 0)
Hours 342 Total Hours (Lecture Hours 126; Lab Hours 216)
Total Outside of Class Hours 252
Total Student Learning Hours 594
Course Credit Status Noncredit (N)
Material Fee No
Basic Skills Not Basic Skills (N)
Repeatable Yes; Repeat Limit 99
Open Entry/Open Exit No
Grading Policy P/NP/SP Non-Credit (D)

Course Description

This noncredit course is the second session of two nine week courses comprising of 336 hours to be applied to a State Board Certification in esthetics. The course is designed to provide a more in-depth skills of esthetics including the scientific theory pertinent to skin (i.e. chemistry, nutrition). The students will learn skin care theory and receive more advanced laboratory training including the application of chemical peels, facial and body massage techniques, hair removal, eyelash extensions, eyelash and brow tinting, perm eyelash lamination, and proper use of electrical facial modalities. Students will learn the skills required to render most professional services. PREREQUISITE: COSM G071N. Not Transferable.

Course Level Student Learning Outcome(s)

  1. Formulate a skin care regimen based on skin type using advanced skills of products.
  2. Apply advanced skills in all facial treatments.
  3. Evaluate effects of electrical modalities for various skin types.
  4. Employ safe extracting techniques for clients with acne conditions.

Course Objectives

  • Formulate various products for each client's needs.
  • Perform the safe use of esthetic equipment during a facial.
  • Apply various techniques of an anti-aging facial.
  • Practice the application of galvanic procedures for acne healing facials.
  • Demonstrate the use of lymphatic drainage massage during a facial.
  • Differentiate how acid, alkaline, and pH affect the skin.
  • Explain how nutrition relates to healthy skin.

Lecture Content

  1. The Treatment Room
    1. Professional atmosphere
    2. Room preparation
    3. Clean up
  2. Variations of Facials
    1. Men's skin care
    2. Acne healing facials
    3. Anti-aging facials
  3. Facial Machines
    1. Woods lamp
    2. Vacuum suction
    3. Rotary brushes
    4. Advanced galvanic, sinusoidal, and ultra sound procedures
  4. Chemistry
    1. General chemistry principles
    2. Chemical reactions of basic elements and compounds
    3. Organic and inorganic chemistry
    4. The pH scale and its relation to cosmetic and facial products
  5. Skin Care Products
    1. Cosmetic chemistry
    2. Product ingredients
    3. Natural versus synthetic skin care products
    4. Aromatherapy
  6. Nutrition
    1. Nutrition for the health of skin
    2. Vitamins and minerals
    3. U.S.D.A. food guide pyramid
  7. Advanced Topics and Treatments
    1. Microdermabrasion, ultrasound, lasers
    2. Lymphatic drainage massage
    3. Advanced acupressure massage
    4. Medical facial reconstructive procedures
  8. Career Planning
    1. Employment
    2. Licensure
    3. Resumes
    4. Interviews
    5. Money management
  9. Skin Care Business
    1. Owning your own business
    2. Record keeping
    3. Public relations
  10. Selling Products
    1. Product line knowledge
    2. Client building and retention
    3. Sales
  11. Advanced Makeup theory
    1. Analysis of skin tones
    2. Advanced makeup application for special effects, television theatrical production
    3. Contour and shadowing of facial structures
    4. Corrective makeup techniques
    5. Advanced artificial eyelash extensions
    6. Eyelash and eyebrow tinting
    7. Eyelash perm/lamination

Lab Content

  1. Apply skills to present a pleasant, safe and professional atmosphere.
  2. Examine various clients skin types and their skin conditions while prescribing product for facial the treatment.
  3. Apply the use of proper Esthetic equipment during a facial.
  4. Apply proper products for each client.
  5. Analyze each client's skin and recognize possible nutritional benefits or deficiencies.
  6. Practice various techniques of a male facial.
  7. Apply various techniques of an anti-aging facial.
  8. Perform advanced methods of accelerated exfoliating peels.
  9. Perform advanced methods of double application of masks.
  10. Practice proper use of galvanic procedures for acne healing facials.
  11. Apply the use of lymphatic drainage massage during a facial.
  12. Perform corrective, stage or special event makeup.
  13. Apply advanced method of eyelash extensions.
  14. Practice proper microdermabrasion techniques according to the State Board Performance Criteria.
  15. Practice proper use of procedures for eyelash and eyebrow tinting.

Method(s) of Instruction

  • Lecture (02)
  • DE Live Online Lecture (02S)
  • DE Online Lecture (02X)
  • Lab (04)
  • DE Live Online Lab (04S)
  • DE Online Lab (04X)
  • Enhanced NC Lab (NC2)
  • Enhanced NC Lect (NC1)
  • Live Online Enhanced NC Lab (NCA)
  • Live Online Enhanced NC Lect (NC9)
  • Online Enhanced NC Lab (NC6)
  • Online Enhanced NC Lect (NC5)

Instructional Techniques

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Reading Assignments

Textbook Websites

Writing Assignments

Write an essay using researched material pertaining to the skin care industry.  Several sources must be used and critical thinking skills applied to the essay.  Students are required to write about the esthetic benefits of microdermabrasion, chemical peels, and lymphatic drainage massage.

Out-of-class Assignments

Examine industry journals and research different makeup techniques and looks.

Methods of Student Evaluation

  • Midterm Exam
  • Final Exam
  • Short Quizzes
  • Written Assignments
  • Essay Examinations
  • Objective Examinations
  • Report
  • Projects (Individual/Group)
  • Problem Solving Exercises
  • Skills Demonstration

Demonstration of Critical Thinking

Students will be able to identify intermediate and advanced skin analysis, determination of correct facial procedures for the individual client, and explain appropriate skin care products to use during the service in order to insure a healthy and positive result. Students will be observed on a regular basis in the Client Spa Lab.

Required Writing, Problem Solving, Skills Demonstration

Students are expected to write a typed essay using researched material pertaining to the skin care industry. Several sources must be used and critical thinking skills applied to the essay. Students are required to write about the esthetic benefits of microdermabrasion, chemical peels, and lymphatic drainage massage.

Resources Subscreen

  • Textbook: Gerson, Joel. Milady Standard Esthetics: Fundamental (classic)s (and workbook/test review manual) for Professional Estheticians, 12th ed. Clifton Park: Milady (2019).

Eligible Discipline(s)

  • Cosmetology: Any bachelor’s degree and two years of professional experience, or any associate degree and six years of professional experience.