Fully updated in line with the latest National Occupational Standards, this 5th Edition of the bestselling textbook, Professional Beauty Therapy: Level 3 by Lorraine Nordmann, has been restructured and updated to reflect the changing needs of the beauty industry and students working towards their Level 3 qualification. Written in Nordmann's trademark engaging and professional style this trusted and respected book is the only Level 3 textbook endorsed by Habia and VTCT, and is a must-have for any advanced beauty therapy student. It is suitable for those studying for the Level 3 qualification with all awarding associations. New to this Edition New 'Business of Beauty Therapy' chapter includes coverage of employment opportunities, the skills, values and behaviours that underpin the delivery of beauty therapy treatments; plus the all-important legal side of the business, promotion, stock control, sustainability and ethics. Extended 'Science of Beauty Therapy' chapter with in-depth coverage of anatomy and physiology, electrical and cosmetic science knowledge that you will need for your Level 3 qualification.

Give yourself the edge you deserve with Milady Cosmetology, 14th edition, our best edition yet. This edition delivers a holistic cosmetology education that's inclusive of all clients and their unique needs. Develop the skills required to ace your state licensing exam and to launch a rewarding and successful career. An even bigger emphasis on diversity and inclusion With keen insights on all hair textures, skin types and genders, this new-and-improved content will better prepare beauty professionals to successfully serve all clients. A modern approach to learning Competency- based learning objectives are clear, defined and focus on what a student must demonstrate or perfect. Interactive content, including plenty of videos, will engage and educate in equal measure. New step-by-step procedures for current trends and popular styles Enjoy 21 procedures with revised steps and new imagery (making them more visual and intuitive). QR codes scattered throughout offer bonus content to help you learn even more. A whole new look + layout worthy of the leader in beauty education Gorgeous imagery and compelling videos thoroughly demonstrate techniques, build confidence, and will help you excel every step of the way.

The Student Workbook package includes two workbooks that complement the Cosmetology, 14th edition and Standard Foundations texts. For the Cosmetology workbook, we've combined theory and practical concepts into one complete workbook that aligns to each chapter in the Cosmetology text. Each workbook contains detailed interactive exercises, like fill-in-the-blank and illustration labeling, all designed to reinforce learning and increase comprehension.

Milady Standard Nail Technology, 7th Edition is packed with new and updated information on several important topics including infection control, manicuring, pedicuring, chemistry, UV gels, and the salon business. Brand new procedural photography enhances step-by-step instructions for the student. Also included, is a new "Why Study?" section at the beginning of each chapter, outlining the importance of understanding the concepts presented. Chapter objectives have also been revised to provide students and instructors with measureable, outcomes-based goals that can later be assessed using the end-of-chapter review questions. This latest edition of Milady Standard Nail Technology gives the aspiring nail technician the tools they need to launch themselves into a rewarding and successful career.

Fully updated with the latest industry standards, this 7th Edition of the bestselling textbook, Beauty Therapy:The Foundations, Level 2 by Lorraine Nordmann, has been restructured and written to reflect the changing needs of the beauty industry and students working towards their Level 2 qualification. This well-trusted and respected book will appeal to beauty therapists who want to develop excellence in the beauty industry. Revised in line with the latest National Occupational Standards (2015), this book is delivered in Nordmann's trademark engaging and professional style. It is the only Level 2 textbook endorsed by Habia and VTCT, and is a must have for any beauty therapy student. This book is suitable for those studying for the Level 2 qualification with all awarding associations.

Fully updated with the latest industry standards, this 4th Edition of The Complete Nail Technician by Marian Newman, is a must-have for every nail technician. From the first time student studying towards their Level 2 or 3 qualification to the practising professional seeking to refresh their skills, this respected book will appeal to those who want to develop excellence in their chosen profession. Written in Newman's accessible and professional style, this text provides readers with the benefit of her extensive experience by passing on top tips and advice. It is the only nails textbook endorsed by Habia and VTCT, and is an essential reference manual for all nail technicians and manicurists.

This revised 7th edition of Martin Green and Leo Palladino's bestselling textbook, Hairdressing and Barbering: The Official Guide to Level 2, contains everything today's student needs to succeed in their Level 2 qualification. From understanding salon basics, achieving an effective colour and cut, to developing a career portfolio; this book has been updated with the latest knowledge to bring it bang up to date with current hairdressing and barbering industry requirements. Written in an engaging style, this updated edition combines the latest industry expertise with practical advice and information that will continue to inform and inspire the hairdressers and barbers of tomorrow.

Completely revised to map to the recently-updated Hairdressing and Barbering Level 1 National Occupational Standards, this new edition of Martin Green's bestselling textbook is the only book needed to succeed in a Hairdressing or Barbering Level 1 VRQ or NVQ qualification. This is the only Level 1 guide to be endorsed by VTCT and is trusted by students and trainers. This book is suitable for those studying for NVQ and VRQ Level 1 qualifications with all awarding associations, including VTCT, City & Guilds, ITEC and other providers. It has been developed to equip learners with everything they need to gain their qualification and provide a handy reference throughout their career.

Completely revised to map to the recently-updated Professional Hairdressing and Barbering Level 3 National Occupational Standards, this new edition of Martin Green's bestselling textbook is the only book needed to successfully complete a Hairdressing or Barbering Level 3 NVQ qualification. This is the only Level 3 guide to be endorsed by VTCT and is trusted by students and trainers. This book is suitable for those studying for NVQ Level 3 qualifications with all awarding associations, including VTCT, City & Guilds, ITEC and other providers. It has been developed to equip learners with everything they need to gain their qualification and provide a handy reference throughout their career.

The Pocket Guide to Key Terms for Hairdressing is fully endorsed by Habia and is THE essential reference tool to all the key terms learners will need to know for their Hairdressing and Barbering studies. This easy-to-use revision tool provides quick and simple definitions for all key topics at Level 1, 2 and 3 to help learners prepare for assessments and the exciting world of work. The Pocket Guide works alongside our leading series of Hairdressing textbooks by Leo Palladino and Martin Green.

This new edition of the highly successful and much loved Hairdressing for African and Curly Hair Types from a Cross-Cultural Perspective is now fully revised and updated to cover everything students need to know for NVQ and VRQ Level 2 and Level 3 African Type Hairdressing and Combined Hair Types courses. This book is endorsed by Habia and is full of inspirational looks and new professional, step-by-step images covering key techniques and processes. This book is suitable for those studying for vocational qualifications with all awarding associations, including VTCT, City & Guilds, ITEC and other providers. It has been developed to equip learners with everything they need to gain their qualification and provide a handy reference throughout their career.

Lorraine Nordmann's leading textbook, Beauty Basics: The Official Guide to Level 1 has been fully revised to provide everything today's beginner Beauty Therapist requires to pass their Level 1 qualification. Written in Nordmann's trademark engaging and down-to-earth style, this well-trusted book will appeal to a whole new generation of beauty students by equipping learners with everything they need to gain their qualification and provide a handy reference throughout their career. Endorsed by VTCT, this is a must for any Beauty Therapy student. This book is suitable for all beginners studying Beauty Therapy at Level 1 with all awarding association, including VTCT, City & Guilds, ITEC and other providers. This new edition is also available with CourseMate online teaching and learning resource, which offers engaging and interactive resources such as an integrated eBook, videos, step-by-step, images, activities and games, all aligned to the content of the textbook for a fully integrated learning experience.

The Pocket Guide to Key Terms for Beauty Therapy is fully endorsed by Habia and is THE essential reference tool to all the key terms learners will need to know for their Beauty Therapy studies. This easy-to-use revision tool provides quick and simple definitions for all key topics at Level 1, 2 and 3 to help learners prepare for assessments and the exciting world of work. The Pocket Guide works alongside our leading series of Beauty Therapy textbooks by Lorraine Nordmann and our successful Nail textbook, The Complete Nail Technician 3rd edition, by Marian Newman.

The Official Guide to Foundation Learning in Hair and Beauty has been written by two of the most respected authors in the Hair and Beauty industry, Jane Goldsbro and Elaine White. Their clear and engaging writing style will appeal to the Foundation Learner and the nine easy to read chapters, which cover the core elements of the course, will help learners with progression to employment. The text boasts a strong pedagogy designed for the Foundation Learner which includes 'Top Tips' and 'It's a Fact' boxes, web links to useful information and a host of activities and self assessments so the learner can test their learning as they progress though the course. Functional skills are mapped throughout along with icons outlining where personal and social skill development can occur. Learners can check their answers to all of the Assessment Activity questions and find loads of printable crosswords and wordsearches by visiting the free online companion!

Milady Master Educator, Fourth Edition provides the backbone of instructor theory for the beauty and wellness educator. The content presents educators with the teaching skills and educational judgments necessary to become an effective, engaging, and successful instructor. Master Educator is designed for flexibility, being used in programs ranging from a basic overview of instructor training to programs that require more advanced teaching techniques. Presented in a conversational, easy-to-understand style, it uses many pedagogical features to emphasize important information and powerful teaching techniques. Master Educator serves the future instructor as a valuable, fundamental learning tool, and the seasoned instructor with the strategies needed to adapt to the changing landscape of the learning environment.

Written specially for the new Technical Certificate in Beauty Therapy, this book will provide your learners with everything they need to know to succeed in their studies. Complementing quality teaching, this textbook covers all the knowledge required for each unit, as well as illustrating practical skills with industry quality photographic illustrations. - Carefully matched to the requirements of the new qualification, this comprehensive textbook will provide you and your learners with all the guidance you need through this period of transition, in clear and accessible language. - Ensures learners can visualise all the necessary practical skills with over 1000 industry quality photographs. - Provides invaluable guidance on preparing for the new written exams and practical synoptic end test.

Written by Habia, the Hair and Beauty Industry Authority, this write-in workbook is an invaluable resource to help learners improve their Maths and English skills and prepare for Level 1 and Level 2 Functional Skills exams. The workbook format enables learners to practice and improve their maths and English skills and the real-life questions, exercises and scenarios are all written with a beauty therapy context to help students find essential Maths and English theory understandable, engaging and achievable. This workbook is an invaluable resource to support Maths and English learning in the classroom, at work and for personal study at home.

In Dressing Long Hair Book 2, Patrick Cameron introduces 15 new long-hair styles. Following on from his worldwide bestseller, Dressing Long Hair, Patrick Cameron builds on his successful step-by-step formula to offer professionals and students new styles which will give them that extra edge in the fashion stakes of dressing long hair, from fun and funky styles to timeless elegance. This instructional step-by-step guide is presented in an innovative new format. Fold out pages on a wire binding enable the reader to follow the progression of each style via a series of at-a-glance sequential photographs, without having to turn the page. As the text uses hundreds of sequential photographs to illustrate the new styles, it is suitable for use in any language. However, the minimal text is also translated into French, German, Spanish, Italian, Chinese and Japanese. As this book is hardback, it will prove extremely durable and an excellent salon reference or practical college text.

Now in it's third edition, Maurice Lister's Men's Hairdressing is essential reading for existing practitioners as well as those studying towards barbering and men's hairdressing qualifications with all awarding organisations, including City & Guilds, VTCT and ITEC. This book has been developed to equip you with everything that you need in order to plan a career in barbering, gain qualifications as well as continue as a comprehensive guide throughout your career.

The Student Workbook package includes two workbooks that complement the Cosmetology, 14th edition and Standard Foundations spanish-translated texts. For the Cosmetology workbook, we've combined theory and practical concepts into one complete workbook that aligns to each chapter in the Cosmetology text. Each workbook contains detailed interactive exercises, like fill-in-the-blank and illustration labeling, all designed to reinforce learning and increase comprehension.

Milady Standard Barbering, 6th edition, continues to be the leading resource in barbering education, providing the foundational principles and techniques needed to be successful while in school, pass the licensing exam, and launch yourself into a thriving career. Incorporating new photography, artwork and overall layout, the look and feel of this edition has been transformed, resulting in a sleek and clean design. Content has been updated within each chapter with a major focus on the procedures, infection control, life skills and business chapters, just to name a few. In addition, classic techniques have been paired with contemporary looks to ensure success both while in school and beyond to employment. As the only textbook that provides an integrated set of resources to enhance the learning process, this new edition continues its long history of setting the standard in barbering education.

Written by Habia, the Hair and Beauty Industry Authority, this write-in workbook is an invaluable resource to help learners improve their Maths and English skills and prepare for Level 1 and Level 2 Functional Skills exams. The workbook format enables learners to practice and improve their maths and English skills and the real-life questions, exercises and scenarios are all written with a Hairdressing context to help students find essential Maths and English theory understandable, engaging and achievable. This workbook is an invaluable resource to support Maths and English learning in the classroom, at work and for personal study at home.

Milady's Master Educator, Third Edition provides the backbone of the instructor theory for the beauty and wellness educator. The text presents educators with the teaching skills and educational judgments necessary to become an effective and successful instructor. The content in Master Educator is designed for flexibility, being used in programs ranging from a basic overview of instructor training to programs that require more advanced teaching techniques. Presented in a conversational, easy-to-understand style, it uses many pedagogical features to emphasize important information and powerful teaching techniques. Master Educator serves the future instructor as a valuable, fundamental learning tool, and the seasoned instructor with the strategies needed to adapt to the changing landscape of classroom learning.

The Workbook for Milady Standard Esthetics: Fundamentals, 12th edition contains detailed interactive exercises and exam review questions designed to reinforce learning and increase student comprehension but also to prepare students taking their state licensing examinations. The workbook has been updated to match the contents of Milady Standard Esthetics: Fundamentals, 12th edition.

Mo Rosser's unique, bestselling text has been fully updated to reflect the latest standards in Beauty Therapy, with new photographs and a wealth of learning features to reinforce study and place the theory in the context of the salon. In order to provide the most effective treatments for their clients, students and practitioners of beauty therapy need to fully comprehend the science that underpins each treatment. This book enables you to understand the scientific aspects of both body and facial therapy, explaining the theory in an accessible yet comprehensive manner. Therapies covered include: mechanical massage, vacuum suction, galvanic treatment, electro-muscle stimulation, micro-current treatments, micro-dermabrasion, infra-red and ultraviolet, and heat therapy treatments.