2022 IECP Intensives and Class Discussions

Expanding on Inclusivity

This discussion expands on Dr. Lio's lesson in module 2 on "Starting with Inclusivity". It is important to have a solid understanding of the skin of ethnic and blended heritage clients. This discussion engages students to share their experiences with clients on the topic of inclusivity.

After completing this activity, participants will be able to:

• Review the importance of inclusivity
• Discuss how to be inclusive when providing services to clients

TCM Tongue Analysis

TCM tongue analysis can help provide deeper information into what may going on with a client's skin. This discussion expands on Dr. Fuller's lesson in module 4 on "Face Mapping" and will touch on the theory of TCM tongue analysis. A review of 9 TCM pathologies and how they may show up on the tongue is discussed.

After completing this activity, participants will be able to:

• Recall different TCM pathologies and conditions
• Identify patterns on the tongue that indicate different TCM pathologies
• Describe how TCM tongue analysis can help provide deeper information into what may going on with a client's skin

Evidence-Based Approach to Layering Products

This lecture will review the skin anatomy and the science behind layering and ingredient pairing.

After completing this activity, participants will be able to:

• Diagram the skin’s anatomy and how it shifts with aging
• Learn how layering may improve or worsen skin care approaches
• Identify ingredient pairs that may not work well

Essential Ingredients in a Skin Care Regimen

In this discussion, Dr. Behl will review ingredients used in common skin care products and their functions. Dr. Behl has more than 30 years of experience with herbal phytochemical specialties as a scientist and facilitator consultant for translation interface within international and U.S. based wellness industry.

After completing this activity, participants will be able to:

• Define the ‘Functional’ and ‘Active’ ingredients in a skin care regimen
• Review how ‘Essential’ ingredients repair, replenish, and reconstruct the skin
• Choose ingredients depending on the function, skin type
• Review traditional synthetic ingredients that can be substituted or supplemented with nature-identical or phyto-actives
• Evaluate non-essential, harmful, & unsustainable ingredients that may damage the skin

Energy Healing Modalities for the Treatment Room

Join Linda Bertaut as she shares 20+ years of experience performing Energy Healing Treatments on clients. In this presentation, you’ll learn about Leaky Aura, one of the most common conditions. Stress, anxiety, feeling lost and negativity are just a few of the symptoms. Linda will discuss various modalities used to balance the energy of Chakras and heal Leaky Aura for yourself and your clients. 

• What is energy?
• Do you or your clients have Leaky Aura?
• Conscious breath
• Meditation
• Reiki
• Gemstones

After completing this activity, participants will be able to:

• Recall what energy is and identify if your clients have leaky aura
• Describe conscious breath, meditation, reiki, and gemstone therapy

Integrative Approach to Sunscreens/UV Protection and Skin Cancer Risk

Sun protection is a vital part of keeping the skin youthful and for preventing skin cancers. This lecture will review the science of sunscreens as well as review the evidence for the use of integrative approaches toward sun protection. The role of clothing, plant derived oils and the science of oral supplements will be reviewed.

After completing this activity, participants will be able to:

• Diagram how sunscreen efficacy may be altered by application practices
• Identify how protection differs between UVB, UVA, and blue light
• Evaluate integrative approaches to sun protection such as clothing and the role of oral supplements
• Identify novel ingredients that have antioxidant effects beyond vitamin C and E

Marketing Your Integrative Practice

In this discussion, Jewellee Williams, LE will review tips on how to market your esthetics business. Jewellee Williams is a Licensed Esthetician from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania specializing in advanced modalities and corrective skincare. During this session, she shares her personal experiences and tips on how to utilize social media and community outreach to market your practice.

After completing this activity, participants will be able to:

• Understand how to market locally
• Discuss how to utilize your professional network for marketing opportunities
• Review social media marketing made easy
• Discuss the power of word of mouth

A Journey to "Reading" Skin

In this discussion, IECP board member, Pamela Springer, LE will review the approaches to skin analysis and the steps to consider when formulating a treatment plan.

After completing this activity, participants will be able to:

• Outline the journey
• Determine the skin’s immediate needs
• Recognize intrinsic vs. extrinsic causes

IECP Case Study Review & Student Check In

Join IECP program director Aliesh Pierce, LE in this monthly call session where we will discuss the case study assignment and connect with other IECP students. 

After completing this activity, participants will be able to:

• Review the IECP case study assignment
• Engage in course feedback and discussions

A Seasonal Approach to Topical Oils

As the temperature and humidity change with the seasons, so do the skin's needs for nourishment and emollient protection. Plant-based carrier oils are excellent sources of nutrients and provide emollient protection, but it's important to change them seasonally. In this talk, Rachael Pontillo will cover what to consider for choosing seasonal oils, and share some of her favorite oils for each season.  

Learning objectives:

• Relate the benefits of a seasonal approach to topical skincare
• Review why certain carrier oils are better for cooler seasons, and others are better for warmer seasons
• Discuss how to tell if an oil is the right oil for a person's skin
• Discuss how to get the best therapeutic benefits from your facial oils

The Ayurvedic Approach of Working with All Six Senses to Maximize Treatment Effectiveness

Everything we see, hear, smell, touch, taste and pick up through our finer senses impact on the client's treatment experience and future outcomes including repeat business. Let's use this Ayurvedic principle to help us reach our goal of making every treatment perfectly customized, memorable, and deeply effective.

After completing this activity, participants will be able to:

• Review all elements that impact a client's experience through all six senses during a skincare visit.
• Recall which senses are more impactful for each client's body type, disposition, and situation.
• Identify the importance of how these sensory experiences vary with the rotation of the season, weather, and environment in general.
• Review definable details we experience through our senses to help every client feel more completely and personally served.

Normalizing Men's Skin Health

This session will cover a brief explanation of the molecular structure of men's skin and how it responds to the environment and aging process. Skin conditions and concerns relevant to men will be reviewed. Suggested ingredients, skin treatments, and modalities that will help address skin issues relative to men will also be discussed.  

After completing this activity, participants will be able to:

• Discuss the difference between men's and women's skin.
• Review the most common skin conditions that men face.
• Describe treatments and ingredients that are best for men's skin.

Business Building Tips: 6 Ways to Grow Your Integrative Esthetics Practice

Join us to learn from our first Integrative Esthetician Certificate Program (IECP) graduate Crystal Ochemba-Powell on how she implemented what she has learned into her business practice. You will leave this presentation with actionable steps to take to market your integrative esthetics practice.

Learning Objectives   After completing this activity, participants will be able to:

1. Discuss how the Integrative Esthetician Certificate Program (IECP) can help boost revenue in your business
2. Review tips and tools you can use to market your new and improved esthetics practice
3. Discuss ways to integrate lessons learned in the program to attract more clients