SkinSmart™ Level 2: Advanced Skin & Spray Tan Science Guild Accredited Professional Certification CIBTAC & BABTAC accreditation in progress

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is SkinSmart Level 2?

  SkinSmart Level 2 is an advanced online professional development programme focused on skin science, barrier health, skin conditions, ingredient knowledge, and professional client care for spray tan artists.

  It is designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to work safely, adapt your approach for different skin types and conditions, and deliver consistently higher-quality results.

  This is not a basic tanning course – it is professional skin education for tanning specialists.

• Who is this programme for?

  SkinSmart Level 2 is for:
  • Qualified spray tan artists
  • Beauty professionals who offer tanning
  • Mobile and salon-based technicians
  • Artists who feel underconfident with skin knowledge
  • Professionals who want to elevate their standard of practice

  If you already know how to spray tan but want to understand skin properly, this programme is for you.

• Do I need to have trained with Black Magic to take this course?

  No.
  SkinSmart Level 2 is brand-neutral and open to professionals trained with any system.

  It is designed to complement and elevate your existing training, not replace it.

• Is this suitable for beginners?

  This is not a beginner course.

  SkinSmart Level 2 assumes you already have basic spray tan training and experience.
  If you are new to tanning, we recommend completing a professional beginner course before enrolling.

• What will I actually learn?

  You will gain a deep understanding of:

  • The acid mantle and barrier function
  • Skin renewal and cell turnover
  • Hydration vs dehydration
  • Fitzpatrick types and undertones
  • Common skin conditions (eczema, psoriasis, acne, rosacea, etc.)
  • Medications and how they affect skin and tanning results
  • Ingredient awareness and formulation differences
  • How skin health affects tan development and longevity
  • When to proceed, adapt, or decline treatment
  • Professional consultation and risk management
  • How to improve results through skin preparation and aftercare

  This is the knowledge most technicians were never taught in basic training.

• How is the course delivered?

  SkinSmart Level 2 is delivered online via our professional learning platform.

  You will have access to:
  • Structured modules
  • Written content
  • Visual resources
  • Downloadable materials
  • Assessments

  You can study at your own pace.

• How long does it take to complete?

  This varies depending on the individual, but most learners complete the programme over 1–3 weeks.

  You can take longer if needed – there is no pressure.

• Is there an assessment?

  Yes.
  SkinSmart Level 2 includes knowledge checks and assessment to ensure understanding and professional competency.

  This is a certification programme, not just information.

• Is SkinSmart Level 2 accredited?

  Yes. SkinSmart Level 2 is accredited with The Guild of Beauty Therapists.

  This means the programme has been reviewed and approved to meet professional education standards and provides recognised, insurable certification.

  Learners can use this qualification as part of their professional development and demonstrate advanced training to clients, salons, and employers.

• What does Guild accreditation mean?

  Guild accreditation confirms that:

  • The course meets professional training standards
  • The content is structured, relevant, and appropriate
  • The qualification is recognised within the beauty industry
  • Learners can gain insurance support through the Guild
  • The training is considered legitimate professional education

  This is not informal training – it is recognised, insurable professional development.

• Will I receive a certificate?

  Yes.

  On successful completion of SkinSmart Level 2, you will receive a Guild Accredited SkinSmart Level 2 Professional Certificate, confirming advanced training in skin science and professional practice for spray tan artists.

• Can I use this qualification professionally?

  Yes.

  This qualification can be used to:
  • support insurance
  • demonstrate advanced training
  • strengthen salon applications
  • justify higher pricing
  • enhance professional credibility
  • position yourself as a specialist

  It is designed to elevate you within the industry.

• Is SkinSmart Level 2 accredited?

  Yes. SkinSmart Level 2 is accredited with The Guild of Beauty Therapists.

  This means the programme meets recognised professional training standards and provides insurable certification within the UK.

  In addition, SkinSmart is currently in the process of securing further professional accreditation with CIBTAC and BABTAC to align the programme with the highest international beauty education standards.

• Is SkinSmart recognised internationally?

  SkinSmart Level 2 has been written to professional standards that are applicable internationally.

  While Guild accreditation is UK-based, the programme content, structure, and professional framework are designed to meet international industry expectations.

  Further international accreditation through CIBTAC and BABTAC is currently in progress.

• Why we will also have CIBTAC and BABTAC accreditation

  SkinSmart has been created to raise standards within the tanning industry and align professional spray tan education with the wider beauty, aesthetics, and skincare sectors.

  CIBTAC and BABTAC accreditation will:
  • further strengthen professional recognition
  • support international credibility
  • align SkinSmart with established beauty education frameworks
  • and position the programme at a higher professional level

  This reflects SkinSmart’s commitment to proper education, not shortcuts.