The Skincare Ingredient Dictionary: A Millennial Edit

Discover State-Of-The-Art Functional Dermatology

The must-have skincare ingredients handbook with the latest in bacterial ferment filtrates, aquaporin regulators and granactive retinoids. Created for skin experts, this book is jam-packed with core and specialised cosmetic formulation secrets by the chief scientific officer of leading Asian clinical skincare brand Dr.TWL Dermaceuticals. Includes resources for creating a custom skincare line catered for small business owners or DIY beauty enthusiasts.

Ditch outdated textbook or dictionary-style rote learning, this is a course created for true content mastery—a skincare dictionary essential for millennial beauty experts

Become a skin expert under the Dr.TWL Skin Masters Program

Optimised interactive learning program with workbook
Systematic foundation building course created for true mastery
Takes you from beginner/intermediate to advanced without difficulty
Outstanding visuals for attention retention
Content blueprints, speed guides for quick recap & reference
Bullet-style lecture notes
Flash cards(cut-out), mind-map method worksheets
Module-specific video workshops & community access

Divided into 10 modules, the Skin Masters Program introduces must-know skincare actives in the context of skin physiology & functions, taught by a board-certified dermatologist.

What you'll learn

A-Z all-you-need-to-know comprehensive guide to state-of-the-art cosmeceuticals
Shortform notes for quick recap & mastery
Emphasis on knowledge application focused on skin concerns
How to create custom formulated skincare safely & effectively, sourcing raw materials (small business, DIY beauty)
Synthetic cosmeceuticals vs botanicals (function, subtypes, skin penetration, clinical studies)
Master the gold standard* retinoid family of actives for all skin types without harming the skin barrier
Core syllabus with detailed notes and course workbook (worksheets)
- Hyaluronic acid
- Polyglutamic acid
- Vitamin C
- Niacinamide
- Ceramides
- Retinoid alternatives
- Resveratrol
- Peptides
- Hydroquinone & alternatives: kojic acid, arbutin
Novel ingredients based on latest dermatological research
Specialised syllabus organised according to skin function
- Sensitive skin & barrier repair: amino acids, aquaporin mediators
- Acne & rosacea: microbiome friendly botanicals
- Pigmentation: bacterial ferment filtrates
- Natural Moisturising Factors (NMF), Coenzyme Q10, Vitamin U
Ethnobotanical dictionary (principles of Eastern, Ayurvedic ethnopharmacology & application to modern cosmetic formulation)

Additional Topics Covered

How to choose skincare ingredients for your skin type
Dermatologist's guide to ingredient mixing & pairing
Customising the ideal skincare regimen on a rotational basis for maximum efficacy
Navigating ingredient safety in pregnancy & breastfeeding
Formulation secrets to success
Starting a skincare line (partner selection, social media marketing, templates & brand-building)
Becoming a beauty influencer (personal branding, social media post content creation, building a loyal audience)

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