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The London School of Massage offers professional massage training and complementary therapy courses.
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The Facial Cupping Massage course at London School of Massage provides practical training for qualified massage therapists, facial massage therapists and eligible beauty or wellbeing practitioners.
Facial cupping uses small, soft silicone cups to create gentle moving suction across the face, jawline, neck and décolletage. The treatment can support facial relaxation, encourage a refreshed appearance and complement an existing facial massage service.
Students learn safe cup handling, skin preparation, treatment direction, consultation, contraindications and complete facial cupping routines. Training includes a full treatment and shorter 15–20-minute add-on protocols that can be incorporated into suitable facial services.
The course is delivered through tutor demonstrations, supervised partner practice and ongoing practical assessment.
| Course name | Facial Cupping Massage Course |
| Course type | Accredited Continuing Professional Development course |
| Suitable for | Qualified massage therapists, facial massage therapists and eligible beauty or wellbeing practitioners |
| Entry qualification | Recognised Level 3 RQF qualification in Massage or accepted equivalent |
| Training format | Face-to-face practical classroom training |
| Practical training | Silicone cup handling, dynamic facial cupping and complete and add-on routines |
| Treatment areas | Face, jawline, neck and décolletage |
| Course materials | Electronic coursebook and certificate |
| Assessment | Ongoing practical assessment and tutor feedback |
| Formal examination | No separate formal examination |
| Accreditation | CMA, IGCT and BCMA |
| CPD points | 7 CPD points |
| Professional use | Standalone treatments or integration into an existing facial massage service |
| Progression | Natural Face Lift Massage and Intraoral Buccal Massage |
| Booking | Enrol through the Facial Cupping Massage course page |
Facial Cupping Massage uses light moving suction rather than the stronger stationary techniques commonly associated with body cupping.
Students train in:
The course is suitable for qualified:
Students without an eligible Level 3 Massage qualification should first train through the VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Massage.
Qualified practitioners can also explore the full range of massage courses for qualified therapists.
Facial cupping can be offered as:
This gives qualified therapists a flexible treatment that can be adapted to different appointment lengths and client preferences.
The course develops the practical skills required to deliver safe, gentle and effective facial cupping treatments.
Students learn:
Training includes:
Practical training covers:
Students learn how to perform:
Training covers:
Students should hold a recognised Level 3 RQF qualification in:
The qualification should include Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology.
Applicants must also:
Students without an eligible qualification may attend with prior approval but may receive a certificate of attendance rather than the accredited practitioner certificate.
Anyone unsure about eligibility should contact London School of Massage before booking.
Students work as both therapist and model during the course.
They should attend with the face, neck and décolletage accessible for practical training and avoid heavy make-up where possible.
Students with an active skin infection, open wound, severe skin reaction, recent facial procedure or another concern affecting participation should contact the school before attending.
There is no separate formal examination.
Assessment takes place throughout the course through:
Students receive real-time correction and feedback to build confidence and practical competence.
Successful students receive a London School of Massage Facial Cupping Massage CPD certificate.
The course is accredited by CMA, IGCT and BCMA and carries 7 CPD points. Further information is available on the Accreditations and Approvals page.
This is a specialist CPD course for practitioners who already hold an eligible professional qualification.
Students should obtain suitable professional therapist insurance before offering Facial Cupping Massage commercially.
Qualified therapists may add Facial Cupping Massage to an existing insured facial, massage, beauty or wellbeing practice.
The treatment may complement work in:
Facial cupping is particularly versatile because it may be offered as a standalone treatment or a shorter enhancement to an existing facial massage.
Facial Cupping Massage may support:
Results vary according to the client, treatment frequency and individual skin and tissue response.
Suitable progression options include:
Students can also combine Facial Cupping Massage with the Natural Face Lift Massage course to expand their facial treatment skills.
This course is designed for qualified massage therapists, facial massage therapists, spa therapists, beauty therapists with suitable massage training and eligible holistic or wellbeing practitioners.
Students should hold a recognised Level 3 RQF qualification in Massage or an accepted equivalent that includes Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology.
If you are unsure whether your qualification is suitable, you are very welcome to send London School of Massage a copy before booking.
The course is mainly designed for qualified practitioners because it builds on existing consultation, hygiene, facial massage and client-care skills.
Students without an eligible qualification may attend only with prior approval and may receive a Certificate of Attendance rather than the accredited practitioner certificate.
Students who are new to professional massage should first consider the VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Massage.
Facial Cupping Massage is a gentle facial treatment using small, soft silicone cups to create light, controlled suction across the skin.
The cups are normally moved continuously over the face, jawline, neck and décolletage using a suitable glide product.
Facial cupping uses much lighter suction than body cupping and is intended to provide a relaxing, non-invasive facial treatment.
You will learn how to prepare and provide safe, professional Facial Cupping Massage treatments.
Training includes:
You will also learn how to adapt the suction, pace and treatment direction to suit the individual client.
There is no separate written examination or external practical examination.
You will be assessed continuously throughout the training day through supervised partner practice, tutor observation and individual feedback.
To complete the course successfully, students must demonstrate safe cup handling, appropriate suction, smooth movement, professional hygiene, suitable client positioning, awareness of contraindications and confident delivery of the treatment routine.
No. Students normally work in pairs and take turns practising and receiving Facial Cupping Massage, so you do not need to bring a separate model.
Qualified practitioners who successfully complete the course may offer Facial Cupping Massage as a standalone treatment or integrate it into an existing facial, massage, beauty, spa or wellbeing service where this falls within their qualifications and professional scope.
Before offering the treatment commercially, students should confirm that Facial Cupping Massage is covered by their insurer. Further information is available on the Therapists Insurance page.
Therapists wishing to develop related facial massage skills may also consider the Natural Face Lift Massage Course or the Intraoral Buccal Sculpting Massage Course.
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