Description
Title: Introduction to Naturopathic Aesthetics: The Merging of Naturopathy with Skincare & Beauty
Speaker: Dr. Rob Ayoup ND
This course seeks to provide a detailed overview of how Naturopathic therapies can be used in Aesthetics Medicine. Topical, dietary, and lifestyle-based approaches in the maintenance of healthy skin; prevention & reduction of skin photoaging; and in the management of various dermatological and aesthetics concerns will be reviewed. Within the review of topicals, we will explore in detail some of the popular & well-established cosmeceutical ingredients and products used for photoaging, oily & dry skin, pigmentation concerns, facial redness, periorbital skincare, and cellulite, among others. Other topics reviewed will include examples of Naturopathic approaches to complement popular Medical Spa services; scar and wound management; and common ingredient formulations to consider in selecting moisturizers, cleansers, and sunscreens. This course will benefit a variety of Naturopathic practitioners: those currently utilizing aesthetics therapies such as cosmetic acupuncture or mesotherapy; those working in, or seeking work in, a medical-spa or fitness facility; those managing a high degree of dermatological conditions; and finally, those simply looking to add an aesthetics element to their clinical practice.
Learning objectives:
- Explore the various applications of Naturopathic Aesthetics to one’s clinical practice
- Appreciate the integral role of the skin barrier, and its components, in maintaining skin health and in the treatment of various dermatological & aesthetics concerns
- Review the role, benefit, and clinical/aesthetic applications for various topical cosmeceutical products and/or ingredients
- Identify key ingredients used in the formulation of topical moisturizers and skin cleansers, including those used to fortify the skin barrier
- Identify key topical cosmeceutical ingredients, diet and lifestyle approaches in the management of oily skin, dry skin, facial redness/blotching, hyperpigmentation, skin photoaging, cellulite, scar & wound management, among others
- Identify how Naturopathic Medicine can complement the use, and enhance effectiveness of, various Medical-Spa/Dermatological services and devices
- Understand the protocol used for treating melasma with acupuncture
- Identify the two key types of sunscreen ingredients; which type to use under certain dermatological conditions; and provide patients with easy-to-use guidance regarding appropriate sunscreen use
- Understand and apply key dietary approaches to support healthy skin and reduce effects of photoaging
