Online Class: Natural Skin Care 101
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12Lessons
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0.5CEUs
Course Description
Journey to Radiant Skin: Delving into Natural Skin Care
Welcome to our transformative course, "Understanding Natural Skin Care". Dive deep into the world of botanical beauty and discover the secrets to radiant, healthy skin using nature's most potent ingredients. Whether you're navigating the crowded skincare aisles or contemplating DIY beauty, this comprehensive guide is tailored to quench your thirst for knowledge, giving you a holistic perspective on natural beauty care.
Course Highlights:
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Deciphering Labels: The beauty industry is saturated with buzzwords like 'organic', 'natural', and 'eco-friendly'. Unveil the truth behind these claims and become a savvy consumer by learning to dissect product labels, ensuring you're making choices that align with your values.
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Nature's Pantry: Discover a cornucopia of natural ingredients that have been revered for ages. From the hydrating aloe vera to the healing chamomile, unravel the myriad benefits each ingredient brings to the table.
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Healing Naturally: Whether it's sunburns, eczema flare-ups, or stubborn stretch marks, nature has a remedy. Harness the power of plant-based ingredients to heal and nourish common skin ailments.
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Personalized Care: Not all skin is created equal. Dive deep into understanding different skin types, from the oiliest T-zone to the driest patches. Tailor a skincare routine perfectly suited to your unique complexion.
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The Ageless Elixir: Grasp the intricacies of the skin aging process and learn how natural ingredients can be the fountain of youth you've been seeking. Combat wrinkles, fine lines, and age spots with nature's finest.
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Toxin Alert: Your skin, a porous barrier, absorbs much of what's applied to it. Delve into the hidden dangers lurking in commercial products and understand the long-term implications of synthetic additives, especially on sensitive young skin.
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DIY Beauty Bootcamp: Embark on a rewarding journey of crafting bespoke skincare potions. From luscious face masks to invigorating body scrubs, experience the joy of creating spa-worthy treatments in the comfort of your home.
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Sharing Nature's Best: Transform your passion into purpose. Whether you're gifting handcrafted beauty balms or pondering the launch of a natural skincare line, we'll guide you in sharing your curated formulations with the world.
Why Enroll in "Understanding Natural Skin Care"?
This course is much more than a basic guide; it's an invitation to a holistic beauty transformation. In an era where 'greenwashing' is prevalent, and commercial skincare products are laden with potentially harmful chemicals, arm yourself with knowledge and become an advocate for your skin's health.
Join us, as we navigate the realm of natural beauty, debunk myths, and spotlight truths. Let's celebrate the power of nature and craft a skincare journey that nourishes, rejuvenates, and radiates from within. The path to natural beauty enlightenment awaits!
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs
Course Lessons
Lesson 1. Unveiling the Spectrum of Skin Care Classifications
Natural ingredients in skincare are trendy but often used minimally in products that claim 'infusion' for marketing leverage. Scrutinizing ingredient lists is crucial to validate these claims and understand the actual benefits.Lesson 2. The Role of Shea Nuts in Natural Skincare Formulations
Natural skincare ingredients benefit the environment and skin health, offering moisturization and healing without the risks of synthetic products. Oils like olive, almond, and avocado and butters like shea and cocoa deeply nourish and help with scars and stretch marks.Lesson 3. Harnessing Nature for Skin Healing
Synthetic skin-care products often fail to address root causes of skin conditions like eczema, leading to a reliance on chemicals. Natural approaches not only support healing but also avoid introducing harmful substances.Lesson 4. Journey into the World of Skin Types
Combination skin, featuring an oily T-zone and drier cheeks, demands careful treatment tailored to each area to balance moisture. Proper nutrition and care can lead to more even skin over time.Lesson 5. Skincare: The Art of Consistency
A well-structured skincare routine comprising cleansing, toning, moisturizing, and exfoliating not only supports the health of your skin but also focuses on long-term vibrancy and vitality. Each skin type requires specific adjustments and products to properly nourish and protect, promoting a balanced and radiant complexion.Lesson 6. Aging Skin Care Basics
Different skin pigmentation affects aging and the skin's response to sun exposure, with melanin playing a crucial role in protection. The lesson advises combining lifestyle changes with the use of natural moisturizers and regular exercise to preserve skin health.Lesson 7. Skin Care Insights for Cancer Patients
Cancer treatments like chemotherapy can leave the skin dry, cracked, and extremely sensitive, making everyday activities uncomfortable. Opting for natural skincare can alleviate these symptoms and reduce exposure to harmful synthetic chemicals.Lesson 8. Crafting Your Personalized Natural Skin Care Solutions
Venturing into DIY skin care offers a blend of creativity and practicality, focusing on necessary tools and superior ingredient sourcing. As you explore recipes, the shift from store-bought to self-made becomes an exciting personal journey.Lesson 9. The Art of Homemade Skin Care: Mixing and Preserving Natural Products
In this lesson, we learn to create natural skincare by organizing our workspace, using smart mixing techniques, and understanding preservative options to maintain freshness. Proper cleanup processes and experimenting with ingredients are essential for crafting high-quality products.Lesson 10. Offering Your Craft to the Market: A Beginner’s Guide to Skincare Ventures
This lesson explores the dual routes of giving skincare creations as gifts or venturing into their commercial sale, emphasizing the steps for establishing a successful business. Gift-giving is simplified with practical tips on presentation and safety, while commercial endeavors necessitate careful packaging, labeling, distribution strategies, and sound financial management for sustainable growth.Lesson 11. The Irony of Pinkwashing: Profits Over Purpose in Corporate America
Greenwashing and pinkwashing are deceptive marketing practices where companies falsely claim ethical and health-conscious commitments while their actions contradict these ideals. This misleads consumers into supporting brands that may contribute to environmental damage and health risks.Lesson 12. Guarding Your Skin: A Guide to Safe Personal Care
Skincare products often contain carcinogens and reproductive toxins that can affect multiple body systems, yet few people associate their health issues with their toiletries. Resources like the Skin Deep database empower consumers to make safer choices.
Learning Outcomes
- Define the characteristics of mainstream synthetic, natural, 'all natural,' organic, and certified organic skin care products based on their ingredient composition.
- Identify misleading labeling strategies used by skincare companies to represent small amounts of natural or organic ingredients in their products.
- Define and differentiate the moisturizing properties of various natural oils and butters based on their density and nutrient content.
- Identify and explain the skin benefits of common plants and fruits used in skincare, such as avocado and aloe vera.
- Identify and describe the layers of skin and their specific functions in skin health.
- Recognize and compare the effectiveness of natural versus synthetic ingredients in healing common skin issues.
- Identify personal skin type using observable characteristics and adjust skincare routines to meet specific needs.
- Recognize and categorize different skin types based on description of texture, oiliness, and sensitivity.
- Define and implement a personalized skin care routine based on individual skin type, ensuring consistent care to maintain skin health and vibrancy.
- Identify and differentiate the key components of a skin care routine—cleansing, toning, moisturizing, and exfoliation—and their effects on different skin types.
- Describe the physiological changes in skin as it ages, including reduced collagen and elastin production, by the end of the lesson.
- Identify and implement at least three natural methods to maintain skin health and reduce visible signs of aging, such as diet modifications and sun protection, by the conclusion of the lesson.
- Recognize the effects of chemotherapy and radiation treatment on skin health and identify symptoms like dryness, rashes, or increased sensitivity
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
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Student Testimonials
- "This course was very informative. When I first started this course I wanted to learn how to help my son with his rash. I learned so much more. If we aren't conscious about the products we use on our body we could be doing more harm than good." -- Sherrie B.
- "This was a great course! I learned so much about natural skincare and the effect that chemical toxins have on our daily lives. I am excited to you use what I learned to make my own products for my family and friends." -- Danielly M.
- "thank you for letting me learn more about my skin and for your sharing your knowledge with me. It was great experience and I will be back to learn more." -- Ana A.
- "I think that every woman need to take this course to know what toxins are using in everyday products and to know what companies are doing for profit." -- Sandra A.
- "Thank you...It's a great course with very useful information." -- Cindy R.
- "Great information. Materials organized in an excellent manner." -- Tracey T.
- "The instructor is amazing." -- Shauntaye F.
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