Become a beauty professional with "Les Professions Médico Esthétiques"

The training offered by Les Professions Médico-Esthétiques is designed to support candidates preparing for the theoretical examination of the Belgian Central Jury in Aesthetics.
The program includes two full days of in-person theoretical training, held in a professional treatment cabin. During the course, participants work on:

* structured review of the required theory,
* detailed analysis of sample questionnaires,
* understanding of the key concepts assessed during the exam.
The training also includes one year of free follow-up, with guaranteed support for questions or additional review. Price: 2 × 350 € excl. VAT

In French-speaking Belgium and Brussels, the beauty sector is strictly regulated to ensure client safety and high-quality services. Most aesthetic treatments require official access to the profession of beautician. Completing a single course — such as lash extensions — does not grant the legal right to perform the treatment. Below is an overview of the treatments that require this professional access, as well as those that can be offered without it.

Why is professional access required?
This certification confirms that the practitioner has received recognized training, understands hygiene and safety standards, and can perform treatments responsibly. It can be obtained through the Belgian central examination board for aesthetics.

 

Treatments requiring professional access
1. Advanced lash and brow services
Extensions, lash lifts, browlifts, tinting and perming involve chemical products near the eyes and must be performed by trained professionals.

2. Professional facial treatments
Deep cleansing, extractions, anti-aging, hydrating or purifying treatments require knowledge of skin anatomy and product use.

 

3. Hair removal (all methods)
Waxing on any body area requires proper technique to avoid burns or irritation.

4. Permanent hair removal (electrolysis, thermolysis, laser, IPL)
These methods destroy the hair follicle and require specialized training.

5. Aesthetic manicure and pedicure
Nail shaping, cuticle care and full hand/foot treatments must be performed with proper hygiene and technique.

6. Body treatments
Scrubs, wraps, slimming and anti-cellulite treatments require understanding of physiology and product effects.

7. Permanent and semi-permanent makeup, dermopigmentation
Pigment implantation and microblading are invasive techniques requiring strict training.

8. Anti-aging or slimming devices
Radiofrequency, ultrasound, microdermabrasion, laser and IPL must be handled safely.

9. UV tanning booths
Professionals must understand UV exposure limits and risks.

10. Aesthetic massages
Lymphatic drainage, toning or anti-cellulite massages require anatomical knowledge.

11. Superficial chemical peels
Chemical exfoliation must be performed by trained practitioners to avoid burns.

12. Skin analysis and personalized advice
Creating tailored skincare routines requires professional expertise.

Treatments that do NOT require professional access
1. Nail decoration and non-invasive nail work
Regular polish, semi-permanent polish and nail art without altering the natural nail.

2. Basic makeup and artistic makeup
Event makeup, photoshoots and face painting.

3. Piercing and tattooing
These practices follow their own hygiene regulations.

4. Non-therapeutic wellness massages
Relaxation massages without aesthetic objectives.

5. Hairdressing services
Cutting, colouring and styling fall under the hairdressing profession.

6. Cosmetic teeth whitening
May require specific training but not the beautician qualification.

7. Simple foot care
Filing and polish without treating foot conditions.

The importance of training
Even when no legal qualification is required, proper training ensures safety, professionalism and client confidence.

 

Conclusion
Understanding which treatments are regulated in Belgium is essential for working legally and safely. Anyone wishing to build a career in aesthetics should invest in proper training and comply with the applicable regulations.