Skin Series: How the Skin Works
Part 1 of Skin Series
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Theory
How the Skin Works is a view through the microscope of the different layers and structures that make up this incredible living organ and how each tiny element interacts to influence skin health. Learn how the latest ingredient technology and formulations affect the structure and function of skin. Discuss new discoveries such as dry skin genes and the latest research on the role of enzymes in desquamation. As a professional in the skincare industry, you must be knowledgeable on the structure and function of the skin so that you can understand how best to treat it’s changing condition, and select products that can really impact an improvement. If you want to be the expert in skin, this class is for you!
Join us for this fantastic voyage under the microscope where we will explore in depth:
The different layers of the epidermis - from stem cells to corneocytes.
The critical role that keratohyaline and lamellar granules play in skin conditions.
The structural changes associated with eczema, dry skin, psoriasis, icthyosis and winter skin.
The role of the barrier lipids and what factors influence them.
Key distinctions in the keratinocyte-melanocyte-langerhans complex The importance of the DEJ (dermal epidermal junction) in skin aging and much more!
Feel more confident with your understanding of the skin and how cosmeceuticals impact its structure and function. Your clients will have a new found appreciation for your knowledge and you will NEVER look at their skin in the same way again!
Serious about skin? Our Skin Series Classes are designed for you!
Absolutely jam-packed with the very latest science and research in skin from the team headed up by Dr Diana Howard PhD, our Vice President of Technical Development, they comprise a comprehensive mind of information, essential to maintaining your credibility as skin expert with your clients.
These classes can be attended in any order – so take another look at our schedule to team up with another topic to get the most of your day?