Hormones & The Skin

One of the most well-known internal factors that impact the skin is hormones. These powerful chemical messengers regulate various bodily functions including growth, metabolism, reproduction and mood. In this online course, you will learn how hormones impact the skin and ways to manage the effects of hormonal changes to the skin.

§ Inflammation

How often have you had a rash, itching or blister on your skin? Most of us have experienced skin inflammation at some point in our lives. But did you know that it is a way for your skin to tell that your immune system is responding to a certain dysfunction, allergic reaction, or infection?

Skin inflammation usually occurs as a sign of the immune system’s fight against foreign attackers. Let’s look at all its causes, prevention techniques and treatments for skin inflammation.

§ Skin Care Technology

Skin care devices have been all the rage. Learn about what devices could be beneficial for your client’s home use and what skincare technology should be professional only. It can be confusing with both at home and professional devices offering microcurrents, LED, and radiofrequency technology. Is it strength of the device or application of the device that can make all the difference?

§ Pigmentation

Skin pigmentation issues can be caused by a number of factors, including sun exposure, genetics, hormones, and certain medications. Treatments for skin pigmentation issues depend on the type of issue and can include creams, chemical peels, laser therapy, and more. You will learn how to guide your client to the right treatment and right product ingredients to manage their type of irregular pigmentation.

§ Acne

Acne can be caused by a combination of factors, including hormones, bacteria, and inflammation. Learn how to identify the root cause of your client’s breakouts and how to coach them through treatments and product

regimens. You will also learn internal and external factors that contribute to their acne.