Para Region Estheticians: How to Care for Chemical Burns

As estheticians in the Peel region, particularly in Mississauga and Brampton, you are no stranger to the challenges and rewards of your work. Your skill and expertise in esthetics make a significant difference in your client's lives, but sometimes unexpected situations like chemical burns can occur. Today, we will explore how to handle these emergencies effectively and efficiently.

Understanding Chemical Burns

Chemical burns are injuries that can happen when the skin comes into contact with strong acids or bases. In the world of esthetics, these can occur due to mishaps with chemical peels or other treatments. Quick and correct response minimizes damage and ensures the client's well-being.

Immediate Actions

As an esthetician, if you encounter a chemical burn, your first step should be to remove the source of the burn. This means carefully washing off the chemical from the skin using cool running water.

Next, cover the burn lightly with a clean, non-stick bandage or cloth. Avoid using adhesive bandages directly on the burn. Remember, it's important not to break any blisters that form - nature's way of protecting the wound from infection.

When Estheticians Should Seek Professional Help

While minor chemical burns can often be managed in your salon, more severe burns require immediate medical attention. Signs that a burn is serious include:

1. The burn penetrates all layers of the skin
2. The skin is leathery or charred looking, with white, brown, or black patches
3. The hands, feet, face, or genitals are burned
4. The person is in shock (this means the person may be pale, have a rapid pulse or low blood pressure, feel faint or dizzy, be confused or have a glassy stare, become agitated, or have a slow, lethargic response)

If you're unsure about the severity of the burn, it's always best to err on the side of caution and seek professional help.

Importance of First Aid & CPR Training for Estheticians

Knowing how to respond to emergencies like chemical burns is crucial to being a responsible esthetician. That's where first aid and CPR training comes in. Para CPR & First Aid offers top-notch, paramedic-led training that equips you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to take control in critical situations.

Our Blended Learning Model

Our most popular course is our Blended Course, a perfect mix of self-paced online learning and engaging in-person training. Guided by real paramedics, this course empowers you to act confidently and correctly in case of an emergency, illness, or injury.