Credits:
4
Corequisites:
This course will provide a comprehensive understanding of skin histology and physiology. Emphasis will be on analyzing various objective and subjective symptoms to determine skin types, and identify common skin conditions as well as internal and external factors which affect the skin. Precautions and contraindications to skin treatments will be discussed. The theory of massage and the relevance of identifying the vital muscles of the face, neck and decollete are discussed. Instruction of ingredient technology will focus on the functional and performance benefits relevant to skin health as well as product formulations.