Applicants submit a short self-assessment form and a small set of outcome images showing how their work looks on the day and how it wears over time.
Qelvea Refined Finish Index™ (RFI)
Proof under the RFI is evidence-based, outcome-focused, and proportionate.
Applicants are required to demonstrate consistent alignment, not isolated best results.
1️⃣ Core Principle of Proof
Applicants must provide verifiable evidence that supports their self-assessment scores across multiple outcomes.
Evidence must be:
- recent
- representative
- consistent
- anonymised
No single image or example is sufficient on its own.
2️⃣ Accepted Evidence Types
A. Outcome Case Sets (Primary Evidence)
Applicants submit case sets, each representing a complete treatment outcome.
Each case set should include:
- before images
- immediate post-treatment images
- in-wear images (7–14 days post-treatment, where applicable)
Minimum requirement:
- 3–5 case sets per service type
Why this matters:
- shows structural planning
- demonstrates wearability
- proves longevity readiness
B. Process Documentation (Supporting Evidence)
Applicants explain how outcomes are achieved, not just how they look.
This may include:
- treatment mapping or planning notes
- decision-making rationale
- product and processing considerations
- aftercare strategy
This demonstrates professional reasoning, not just execution.
C. Consistency Evidence
Applicants must demonstrate that outcomes are repeatable, not exceptional.
Accepted formats:
- multiple client outcomes with similar refinement levels
- time-staggered case sets
- outcome summaries across different clients
Consistency is weighted more heavily than intensity.
D. Written Self-Reflection
Applicants provide short written responses explaining:
- how they apply refinement principles
- how they manage asymmetry
- how they plan for wearability and longevity
This supports assessment of intent and judgement.
3️⃣ Evidence by Criterion (What Assessors Look For)
| RFI Criterion | Evidence Focus |
|---|---|
| Structural Harmony | Mapping logic, growth alignment, anatomical respect |
| Symmetry & Balance | Management of natural asymmetry across cases |
| Softness & Flexibility | In-wear imagery, comfort indicators |
| Wearability | Makeup-free, real-life images |
| Longevity Readiness | Even fade, growth, structural stability |
4️⃣ What Is NOT Accepted as Proof
The following do not qualify as sufficient evidence on their own:
- single “best” images
- heavily edited or filtered images
- images without timestamps or context
- testimonials without visual support
- training certificates unrelated to outcomes
5️⃣ Verification Measures
To protect integrity, Qelvea Standards may:
- request raw or unedited images
- request additional case sets
- verify timestamps or sequencing
- require clarification or resubmission
Refusal to provide verification may result in deferral.
6️⃣ Evidence Submission Standards
All evidence must:
- be anonymised
- respect client privacy
- be submitted in required formats
- accurately represent the applicant’s work
Misrepresentation may result in refusal or withdrawal of recognition.
7️⃣ Professional Accountability
Applicants confirm that:
- evidence is their own work
- outcomes represent typical practice
- no third-party work is presented
False declaration may result in immediate rejection or revocation.
8️⃣ Why This Proof Model Works
✔ Demonstrates real-world performance
✔ Prevents cherry-picking
✔ Measures wearability and longevity
✔ Protects the standard’s credibility
✔ Scales as the framework grows
The Qelvea Refined Finish Index™
Proof through outcomes, not claims.