Introduction to Integrative Esthetics

Welcome to LearnSkin's Integrative Esthetician Certificate Program

You are now part of a select group of estheticians in one of the fastest growing areas of skincare: integrative esthetics. Increasingly clients are seeking estheticians with knowledge of integrative approaches, which is why we developed this program.

If you have any questions along the way, please feel free to reach out to us! There's a discussion board for our group in this course. Please be sure to list the name of a course or faculty member you'd like to direct a question to, so we can be most helpful in our response.

We look forward to seeing you at the monthly calls! 

A calendar invite has been shared with the Zoom link(s) and will also be provided by email closer to the event dates.

For any logistical or administrative questions, the LearnSkin team is available to help at [email protected].

We look forward to embarking on this educational journey with you!

Aliesh, Apple, Peter, and Raja

IECP Curriculum Overview

IECP Welcome Guide 

Introduction to Integrative Esthetics and the IECP

Integrative esthetics takes account of the whole person and uses all available therapeutic modalities using an evidence-based approach. In this course you will learn about what integrative esthetics encompasses and what to expect from the subsequent five modules of the IECP program.

After completing this activity, participants will be able to:

1. Define integrative esthetics
2. Distinguish the differences between conventional and integrative esthetics
3. Review the IECP course and resources to follow along

What Is an Integrative Esthetician?

This lesson introduces students to the concept of integrative esthetics. It is meant to inspire students to develop an inside-out and outside-in approach to skincare.

After completing this activity, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the importance of treating the whole person
2. Learn about complementary and alternative medicine (CAM)
3. Understand how these various approaches can work together

Practical Approaches to Integrative Esthetics

This lesson provides guidelines to understand what it means to take an integrative approach. A practical way to adapt eastern and western approaches will be discussed. 

After completing this activity, participants will be able to:

1. Recall the core philosophy of integrative approaches
2. Summarize the various approaches to skin analysis
3. Develop an integrative philosophy

The Client Consultation Process

Conducting a proper consultation is the key to determining the best protocol for each client. An integrative consultation goes beyond questions about nutrition, medications, and skincare products, to include questions that point to well-being. Without diagnosing, the goal is to educate the client on lifestyle changes that may improve their skin as well as their overall health.

After completing this activity, participants will be able to:

1. Restate which questions to ask during an integrative consultation
2. Assess clients using various wellness modalities
3. Identify client’s skin health goals
4. Categorize when to refer to a dermatologist, TCM, or Ayurvedic practitioner