Professional Skincare Coach Diploma Program

Become a Certified Skincare Coach with dermatologist-led training in advanced skin science, protocols & client strategy

What you'll learn

Dermatologist-Led Coaching: Master skincare coaching with a dermatologist's functional approach, gaining in-depth knowledge for effective client guidance.

Advanced Skin Protocols: Learn exclusive protocols for complex issues like acne-prone sensitive skin, oily-dehydrated skin, and post-acne hyperpigmentation.

Evidence-Based Assessment: Ethically assess client skin, recognize medical red flags, and differentiate skin types/concerns like acne, aging, & sensitivity.

Skincare Routine Mastery: Understand skincare steps from minimalist to maximalist, grasping how they address skin physiology from a derma-perspective.

Consultation & Upselling Art: Master consultation timelines, routine upgrades, & client engagement (including device hacks) for fast, real results.

Dermocosmetics Deep Dive: Become proficient in cosmeceuticals, retinoids (application, cycling, alternatives), skin cycling, and anti-aging serum formulation.

Holistic Formulation: Learn to create personalized skincare with holistic ingredients, manage acne/sensitive skin, repair barriers & boost ingredient delivery.

Targeted Skincare Cocktails: Develop skills to create synergistic skincare cocktails for troubled skin using innovative delivery systems and smart pairings.

Acne Coaching Expertise: Implement detailed acne coaching: targeted/maintenance treatments, key ingredients, weekly care, and blue-light LED therapy.

Custom Formulation Strategies: Leverage personalized skincare & compounding to upsell services and boost client retention with targeted therapy guidance.

Ingredient Mastery: Expertly learn 50 top dermocosmetic ingredients using neuroscience-backed aids like flashcards & concept maps for better retention.

Business & Brand Building: Understand ethics, business models, niche ID, & personal branding to launch or grow your skincare coaching practice successfully.

Persuasive Communication: Get ready-to-memorize client spiels & pitches to effectively communicate your expertise and skincare coaching value.

Requirements

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Description

PROFESSIONAL SKINCARE COACH DIPLOMA PROGRAM2025/2026 Syllabus Skin Masters Academy New Release—Dermatologist-led Skincare ExcellenceAn actionable skincare coaching blueprint delivered as 12 hours of on-demand lectures with 540 infographic-style, bullet-point note slides worth of course material. Holistic skincare coaching syllabus designed by a dermatologist targeting specific skin concerns based on functional dermatology.Enrol in the only professional skincare coaching diploma program worldwide created by a board-certified dermatologist. Get ahead of the competition with ready-to-memorise persuasive client spiels and pitches. Learn the specific skincare protocols for managing highly complex, troubled skin you won’t get anywhere else i.e. acne-prone sensitive skin, oily-dehydrated skin, hyperpigmentation in acne-prone skin. Complete with brand-neutral, behind the scenes advice on formulating skincare cocktails and skincare delivery systems.Additional Materials:Printable Lecture Handouts with Note-Taking LinesSkincare Ingredient Mastery Learning Tools PDF GuideComplete PDF Course WorkbookSECTION ACOURSE INTRODUCTION & DETAILED OVERVIEWWhat you’ll learn in this course, and more.SECTION BEVIDENCE-BASED SKINCARE COACHING CERTIFICATION: A DERMATOLOGIST’S APPROACHYour journey to become a Certified Skincare Coach (CSC) begins here, a comprehensive 60-slide module on everything you must know: ethical and professional boundary setting, recognizing red flags for medical referral, business models, niche and personal brand building.Assessing client skin concerns as a skin coachUnderstanding basic skin typesDifferent types of skin concerns you can handle: hyperpigmentation, acne, sensitive skin, oily skin, agingSkincare through the ages: targeting your demographicPractical guide for skincare coaching: techniques for consultation, client retention and satisfactionSECTION CSKINCARE ROUTINE BUILDER: FOUNDATIONAL MATERIALEssential to advanced knowledge of skincare steps, from minimalist to maximalist. Not just note-memorization: you’ll learn how skincare steps address skin physiology from a dermatologist’s perspective.SECTION DTHE ART OF ADVANCED SKINCARE CONSULTS: UPGRADE, UPSELL FOR FAST, REAL RESULTSThe exact process of consultation timelines for skincare coaches. Industry best practices: when and how to upgrade skincare routines for maximum client satisfaction. Stand out from the rest with device hacks and proven client engagement techniques.SECTION EDERMOCOSMETICS CRASH COURSE: RETINOIDS, SKIN CYCLING & FLOODINGCosmeceutical definitions: what qualifies as a cosmeceutical? Kligman’s criteriaRetinoid 101: Think like a dermatologist, an in-depth approach with memory aidesRetinoid face, advanced techniques for retinoid application & cyclingFAQ & self-test: beginner to advancedThe Korean skincare approach to retinoidsRetinoid alternatives for sensitive skinAdvanced skincare techniques for coachesSkin cycling vs skin floodingRetinoids & skin barrier damageRecognizing damaged skin barrierEmergency protocol for damaged skin barrierChoosing a barrier-repair moisturizerSkin flooding as a barrier-focused alternativeExpert’s guide to formulating a gold-standard anti-aging serumBotanical adaptogensResveratrol & The French ParadoxSECTION FSKIN COACH’S PRACTICAL GUIDE TO SKIN SCIENCE: HOLISTIC THERAPYFormulating your personalized skincare approach: step-by-stepBest practices for managing acne, sensitive skin and damaged skin barrier with holistic dermocosmetic ingredientsTechniques for enhancing ingredient deliveryVitamin C, hyaluronic acid, polyglutamic acid, green tea extract and niacinamideAntioxidants for skin yellowingOligopeptidesSECTION GSKINCARE COACHING BLUEPRINT: A PARADIGM SHIFT POWERED BY FUNCTIONAL DERMATOLOGYStep-by-step guide to formulating skincare cocktails for troubled skin: acne-prone sensitive skin, oily-dehydrated skinInnovative skincare delivery systemsSynergistic cosmeceutical combinations and pairingsHolistic protocol for rebalancing microbiome and barrier approach to skin coachingDetailed acne coaching protocol: targeted and maintenance treatment for crystal-clear skinKey ingredients in cleansers, toners, moisturisers, serums, sunscreen for oily/acne-prone skinWeekly treatments: exfoliation and masking, biofunctional textilesBlue-light LED therapy protocol for acneAdvanced ingredients for barrier repairHow to evaluate anti-aging serums and eye creamsSensorial approach to cosmeceutical skincare: are fragrances bad?SECTION HMINI-COURSE ON CUSTOM FORMULATION & COMPOUNDINGHow to leverage on personalized skincare trend and custom compounding techniques to upsell your skincare coaching small business. Proven approach for client retention and high satisfaction rates with specific guidance on targeted and maintenance therapy.SECTION ISKINCARE INGREDIENT MASTERY: NEUROSCIENCE-BACKED LEARNING AIDES FOR SKINCARE COACHESMaster my top 50 dermocosmetic ingredients. Complete with a detailed tutorial on how to use flashcards and concept maps for effective learning and to enhance memory retention.

Overview

Section 1: Course Introduction & Detailed Overview

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Additional Resources

Section 2: Evidence-based Skincare Coaching Certification: A Dermatologist’s Approach

Lecture 3 Evidence-based Skincare Coaching Certification: A Dermatologist’s Approach

Section 3: Skincare Routine Builder: Foundational Material

Lecture 4 Skincare Routine Builder: Foundational Material

Section 4: The Art of Advanced Skincare Consults: Upgrade, Upsell for Fast, Real Results

Lecture 5 The Art of Advanced Skincare Consults: Upgrade, Upsell for Fast, Real Results

Section 5: Dermocosmetics Crash Course: Retinoids, Skin Cycling & Flooding

Lecture 6 Dermocosmetics Crash Course: Retinoids, Skin Cycling & Flooding

Section 6: Skin Coach’s Practical Guide to Skin Science: Holistic Therapy

Lecture 7 Skin Coach’s Practical Guide to Skin Science: Holistic Therapy

Section 7: Skincare Coaching Blueprint: A Paradigm Shift Powered by Functional Dermatology

Lecture 8 Skincare Coaching Blueprint: A Paradigm Shift Powered by Functional Dermatology

Section 8: Mini-Course on Custom Formulation & Compounding

Lecture 9 Mini-Course on Custom Formulation & Compounding

Section 9: Skincare Ingredient Mastery: Neuroscience-backed Learning Aides for Coaches

Lecture 10 Skincare Ingredient Mastery: Neuroscience-backed Learning Aides for Coaches

Lecture 11 To receive Course Certificate, please message instructor on course completion.

Aspiring Skincare Coaches: Individuals looking to start a professional career in skincare coaching and gain a globally recognized diploma.,Existing Beauty Professionals: Estheticians, beauticians, spa therapists, and other beauty industry professionals seeking to upgrade their knowledge with dermatologist-led, evidence-based skincare expertise.,Skincare Enthusiasts (Beginner to Advanced): Individuals passionate about skincare who want to deepen their understanding of skin science, ingredient efficacy, and advanced skincare techniques for personal knowledge or to help others.,Entrepreneurs in the Beauty Space: Individuals aiming to build or enhance their skincare-related business by offering high-value coaching services and personalized solutions.,Health and Wellness Coaches: Professionals looking to expand their service offerings to include specialized skincare coaching based on a holistic and functional approach.,Individuals Seeking a Competitive Edge: Anyone wanting to stand out in the skincare industry by learning advanced protocols and business strategies directly from a board-certified dermatologist.,Those Interested in Dermocosmetics: Individuals keen to gain a thorough understanding of active skincare ingredients, their mechanisms, and how to formulate effective routines.,Students Requiring Credentialing & Business Start-Up Support: Learners who would benefit from free industry advice on credentialing, branding, and sourcing dermocosmetic supplies upon course completion.