Elevate your facial massage practice with our hands-on Facial Cupping Massage Course. This gentle, non-invasive method uses small, soft silicone cups to create light suction that stimulates circulation, promotes lymphatic drainage, and encourages a brighter, healthier complexion - without the bruising or marks typically linked to body cupping. Ideal as a standalone service or as an add-on within professional massage training and aesthetics.
Silicone cups will be used for this course.
Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll be fully equipped to integrate Facial Cupping massage techniques into your existing massage practice.
To enrol on this Facial Cupping Massage course, learners must hold an OFQUAL-accredited Level 3 Diploma in Massage (or equivalent) that includes Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology.
If you are unsure about your eligibility, please email us a copy of your qualifications for advice.
Facial Cupping Therapy is a gentle, non-invasive treatment that uses small suction cups to lift the skin and underlying tissues. This course introduces students to the theory, benefits and practical application of facial cupping, with a focus on improving circulation, supporting lymphatic drainage, reducing puffiness and enhancing the overall appearance of the skin.
There are no formal exams for this course.
In-Class Assessment and Instructor Feedback - ongoing evaluation of practical skills with real-time feedback to support learning and development. CPD Certificate will be given if the instructor believes these goals have been met.
Following completion of this Facial Cupping Massage course, students have been able to:
Open their own private practice, treating clients from home
Work in health clubs, hotels, or ski resorts abroad
Offer mobile massage treatments
Treat clients using Facial Cupping Massage Techniques
Progress to further advanced massage training, such as:
Pursue degree-level studies in Osteopathy, Physiotherapy or Acupuncture
Supplement their full-time income with part-time massage work
Develop their Continuing Professional Development (CPD) portfolio
Join professional massage associations, increasing credibility and access to further resources.
Facial Cupping Massage is a gentle facial massage technique using small soft silicone cups to create light suction on the skin. It is used to support circulation, facial relaxation, lymphatic flow and a temporarily refreshed appearance.
This course is suitable for qualified massage therapists, facial massage therapists, beauty therapists and bodywork practitioners who want to add facial cupping to their existing treatments.
No. To receive the accredited certificate, learners must hold an Ofqual-accredited Level 3 Diploma in Massage or equivalent, including anatomy, physiology and pathology. Students without this qualification may attend but will only receive a certificate of attendance.
This is an in-person, hands-on practical course, taught at LSM training venues, with theory plus supervised practice on the day.
Learners must hold an Ofqual-accredited Level 3 Massage qualification or equivalent that includes anatomy, physiology and pathology. Students who are unsure about eligibility should send their qualification details to London School of Massage before booking.
You will learn facial cupping principles, benefits, contraindications, facial anatomy, skin structure, lymphatic flow, safe cup handling, hygiene, client consultation, consent, aftercare and how to perform a complete facial cupping massage routine.
The course teaches light-suction facial cupping techniques for the face, jawline, neck and decolletage, using soft silicone cups and suitable glide mediums.
Yes. Qualified therapists may use facial cupping as a standalone treatment or integrate it into facial massage, natural face lift massage or other suitable facial treatments, provided they work within their training, insurance and professional scope.
No. There are no formal exams. Students are assessed through in-class observation, supervised practical work and tutor feedback. A CPD certificate is issued when the required practical standards have been met.
Yes. The page states that this course is accredited by CMA, IGCT and BCMA and provides 7 CPD points.
Yes. Therapists should hold appropriate professional insurance before offering facial cupping to paying clients. Existing therapists should check that facial cupping is covered by their policy.
London School of Massage has been delivering professional massage and complementary therapy training since 1994 and has trained over 30,000 students. This course is taught by experienced lecturers with professional knowledge of facial massage, anatomy, contraindications, safe hands-on practice and client care.
FHT, CMA, BCMA, IGCT & IICT Accredited Course
CMA, BCMA, IGCT & IICT Accredited Course
CMA, BCMA, IGCT & IICT Accredited Course
BCMA, IGCT & IICT Accredited Course