Smita Ahluwalia launches Habia-endorsed Facial Reflexology & Acupressure course

Smita Ahluwalia launches Habia-endorsed Facial Reflexology & Acupressure course

Published 08th Sep 2025

Smita Ahluwalia’s new Habia-endorsed Facial Reflexology & Acupressure course provides skin therapists with training in face-lifting techniques, stress relief and holistic wellness

Facialist and skin health expert Smita Ahluwalia has launched a new Habia-endorsed Facial Reflexology & Acupressure course, offering skin therapists and wellness professionals the opportunity to expand their treatment menus with non-invasive face-lifting and wellbeing techniques.

With a background spanning clinical practice, education and industry mentoring, Ahluwalia has designed the course to bridge holistic wellness and skin health, equipping professionals with tools to deliver both visible results and deeper relaxation benefits.

What is the Facial Reflexology & Acupressure course?

The new professional training programme provides step-by-step instruction in techniques that can be used as standalone treatments or integrated into existing services.

According to Habia’s endorsement, the course meets national occupational standards and is suitable for therapists at different stages of their career.

Students will learn how to:

  • Deliver natural face-lifting techniques to tone and rejuvenate skin
  • Boost circulation and lymphatic drainage to support skin health
  • Relieve client stress and tension while promoting emotional balance
  • Provide a non-invasive alternative to injectables and surgery
  • Address overall wellbeing
Close-up of a client’s face during a facial reflexology and acupressure treatment with therapist’s hands applying pressure points

What the course includes

The training package combines theory with practical resources to support ongoing learning:

  • Video tutorials demonstrating facial reflexology and acupressure routines
  • Reflexology charts and acupressure point maps for professional reference
  • Guidance on combining facial reflexology with other treatments
  • Lifetime access to all course materials

The course is delivered online and is priced at £350. Professionals can register via this link.

Who is Smita Ahluwalia?

Smita Ahluwalia is the founder of boutique London skin health clinic Smita London, known for results-driven treatments rooted in science and education.

With a BSc in Chemistry & Business and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education, she has also taught beauty therapy and advanced facial techniques, and previously led the Hair and Beauty Department at Harrow College.

Alongside her work as a clinic owner and educator, Ahluwalia is a Professional Beauty Awards judge and frequently speaks at Professional Beauty events.

Ahluwalia will be speaking at PB North on a panel about innovative retail strategies, where industry experts will share techniques to help salons and clinics build top-performing retail teams – register for PB North free here.

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Ellen Cummings

Ellen Cummings

Published 08th Sep 2025

Ellen Cummings is a journalist and features editor at Professional Beauty, the UK’s leading B2B publication for the professional beauty and spa industry. She is also a contributing reporter for Aesthetic Medicine, covering key developments in the aesthetics sector. Ellen specialises in expert-led features on skincare, advanced treatments, spa and salon business, and wellness. She regularly speaks to leading skin therapists, aesthetic practitioners and brand educators to create features that combine real industry insight with expert commentary. With a strong background in beauty and aesthetics journalism, Ellen is dedicated to creating high-quality content that informs and supports professionals working in salons, clinics and spas. Contact her at ellen.c@thepbgroup.com

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