
Classify acne as mild, moderate, or severe by monthly pimples and lesion morphology, then apply regimens from plant-based over-the-counter creams to isotretinoin for cystic cases, with LED and cosmeceuticals.
Discover the causes of acne, including genetics, puberty-driven oil production, Propionibacterium bacteria, and inflammation that drives micro comedones to the surface.
Explore how cryotherapy reduces inflammation after chemical peels and lasers, enhances actives absorption, and Ice Age pore minimizer with metallic nanoparticles delivers zero degrees Celsius for pore reduction.
Explore how to translate clinic chemical peels into safe home use with water-based papain enzyme peels delivered by the universal beauty bar and hydradermabrasion, emphasizing safety and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Harness ultrasonic sonic cleansing to reduce surface bacteria and micro particles, mitigating oxidative skin aging from pollutants and supporting a healthy skin microbiome.
Discover a fda-approved collagen app that uses radio frequency to lift and tighten skin, boost absorption with serums, and combine red and blue led therapy for metabolism and acne care.
Explore how vitamin C serums support the skin microbiome, reduce acne-causing bacteria like p acnes with 5% sodium ascorbate phosphate, and boost antioxidant defense against UV-induced damage.
Examine licorice root extract's anti-inflammatory and anti-melanogenic effects that reduce redness and hyperpigmentation in rosacea, melasma, and UV-induced damage, with evidence from clinical studies.
Module 3 of Skincare Masters Program Certificate Course
Holistic Acne Treatment Module of Professional Skincare Master’s Program
Master holistic acne treatment with internationally renowned skincare expert and board-certified dermatologist Dr Teo Wan Lin. Dr TWL is founder and chief scientific officer of beauty empire Dr.TWL Dermaceuticals, Asia’s leading clinical skincare and cosmeceutical line. She is also the host of podcast Dermatologist Talks: Science of Beauty, the top grossing skincare podcast which has collaborated with brands like Amore-Pacific, L’Oréal Paris, Eucerin, Skinceuticals amongst others. She is regarded as an international expert in cosmeceutical skincare, the skin microbiome and her research has been published in top dermatology journals such as the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology and the International Journal of Dermatology. She has collaborated with Dior Science for their Capture Totale Serum launch in 2020, and was featured in their inaugural Digital Skincare Talks alongside Gisele Bundchen and Philip Picardi.
This course on functional acne treatment offers a unique dermatologist-backed approach. Created by prominent dermatologist Dr Teo Wan Lin, author of multiple research papers in the acne microbiome in top journals such as the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology and the International Journal of Dermatology, learn about how acne can be treated with non-oral options such as botanicals, LED blue light therapy, healthy diet.
What you’ll learn
SECTION A: HOLISTIC ACNE APPROACH
(Microbiome, Stress, Diet, Microclimate)
Fundamentals of Acne
What is a blind pimple?
What are those little tracts to the surface of the skin?
What causes blind pimples?
Role of genetics How does puberty, hormones and oil production affect acne? What causes inflammation? Propionibacterium acnes, the causative bacteria Is it a whitehead or an acne cyst?
Acne Scarring
What causes deep scarring like dermal, ice pick, boxcar type of scars?
Why does secondary bacterial infection occur? How do I prevent it?
Scientific Approach: Acne Microbiome
Latest Scientific Approach to Skin: Microclimate, Microbiome and Skin Barrier
A-Z of Acne
Acne 101: Causes
Essential Skincare Regimen
Acne Severity and Classification
Acne Face Mapping
Prescription and Non-Oral Treatment Options for Acne, Use of Herbals
Acne Journey with Dr.TWL
Puberty and Its Influence on Teenage Skin & Hair
The Different Types of Acne & How They Form?
Whiteheads, blackheads, papules, pustules, cysts. How Do I Get Rid of Blackheads?
How Do You Get Rid of Acne Papules?
How To Manage Blind Pimples
SECTION B: Non-Oral Methods of Treating Acne
Facials, Skincare Regimens and Cosmetology
Targeted/Spot Treatment of Skin Concerns (over-the counter, cosmeceuticals, herbal formulas)
Pigmentation
Acne
Acne Scars
Sensitive Skin/Eczema
Skin Aging (Photoaging)
When to refer to a dermatologist
What works and what doesn’t
How to Formulate the Express Facial Regimen for Clients
How to Get Instant Results
Cost/Time-Efficiency
Customer Retention
Relationship Building
Tips on Choosing the Ideal Facial Devices for your Salon
How to Avoid/Minimise Adverse Reactions
What you get
5 hours of on-demand video workshops
42-Lecture Series
Including Intermediate-Advanced Skincare Fundamentals Crash Course
Certificate from Dr.TWL Skin Master Academy (International)
ADDITIONAL BEAUTY SCHOOL ANIMATED VIDEOS/EDUCATION
Who this course is for:
Hormonal acne sufferers
Parents of teens who prefer a holistic approach to acne treatment
Salon owners, beauticians, aestheticians: Master skincare expertise and basic dermatology conditions, Offer facials that work; avoid those that don’t
The Holistic Acne Treatment—Botanicals, Advanced Cosmetology Course fees are fully redeemable for cosmeceutical products, please contact us with your proof of purchase for more details.