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Look inside the School of Natural Skincare Online Community

Studying online is so much easier—and more enjoyable—when you’re part of a supportive community where you can share ideas, ask questions, and connect with others

New School of Natural Skincare Online Community! Launching September 2025

We’ve been busy behind the scenes at the School of Natural Skincare, building a brand new community for our students and members of our Natural

Celebrating 15 Years: A Candid Q&A with Our Founders, Gail and Gareth

15 years. Countless memories. One incredible journey. To celebrate the School of Natural Skincare’s 15th anniversary, we’re sitting down with our founders, Gail and Gareth,

15 milestones in 15 years of the School of Natural Skincare

In celebration of the School’s 15th anniversary in 2025, we’re so proud to reflect on and share 15 incredible milestones we’ve experienced! Read on to

Green Friday – what is it and what can you do to support it

While Black Friday may be very profitable for companies, it is not always beneficial for our planet. With some people shopping to excess and purchasing

School of Natural Skincare wins Best Online Organic Skincare Formulations School 2020

The School of Natural Skincare was recently announced as the winner of the Best Online Organic Skincare Formulations School in 2020.

Gail’s leap of faith: How the School of Natural Skincare began

In 2008, I (Gail) was living and working in central London. I had worked my way up the career ladder, and I had done all

How we achieved our Ethical Accreditation

The natural world is at the heart of all that we do at the School of Natural Skincare, and it has always been of the

Finding plastic-free solutions for our new office

The excitement of getting the keys to our new office was immense. Quick to follow was the daunting task of kitting the entire place out…

The Art of Juggling Life with What You Love!

Masters of their craft all have one thing in common: they never stop learning. But how do they do it? How do they pursue their

Discover the philosophy behind Korean skincare and learn how to formulate your own sophisticated K-beauty inspired products. In this advanced class, you’ll explore the multi-step Korean skincare routine, the concept of glass skin, and the role of gentle, preventative skincare. Learn about iconic ingredients such as centella asiatica, ginseng, snail mucin, fermented extracts and ceramides, then create seven Korean-inspired formulations, including cleansers, toner, essence, ampoule and a jelly moisturizer.

Take the overwhelm out of cosmetic labeling and feel confident creating labels that are both compliant and beautiful. In this step-by-step course, you’ll learn exactly what needs to go on your products—from writing INCI lists and calculating allergens to adding the correct symbols, expiry dates, and batch numbers. Guided by an experienced Cosmetic Scientist, you’ll gain the clarity, confidence, and skills to create professional labels that build customer trust and support your brand as it grows.

Achieve a more even skin tone with a targeted brightening skincare routine! This class explores the causes of hyperpigmentation, helpful treatment options, and the best active ingredients to fade dark spots. Plus, get four expert formulations to create at home: AHA Resurfacing Toner, Brightening Serum with Kojic Acid & Vitamin C, Azelaic Acid & Arbutin Essence, and a Niacinamide Anti-Pigmentation Moisturizer.

This class explores the key differences between male and female skin, focusing on how hormonal balance affects skin characteristics. It covers creating skincare routines and products tailored to men’s needs, including solutions for shaving irritation, excess sebum, hyperpigmentation, clogged pores and razor bumps (PFB).

Receive four formulations from our lab, ready for you to make at home: Daily Hydrating Fluid, Natural Shaving Cream, Soothing After-Shave Gel-Cream and Exfoliating Nighttime Moisturizer with AHAs. Follow our formulations and then create your own!

Natural ingredients for skin barrier formulation

Skin barrier damage is a common concern causing dryness, sensitivity, irritation, transepidermal water loss, an uneven texture and dullness. Take a deep dive into the role of the skin barrier, what causes skin barrier damage and how to formulate products to restore and repair the skin barrier. Discover a wide range of skincare ingredients – backed by research – that restore the skin barrier. Receive three formulations from our lab, ready for you to make at home: Soothing Camomile Essence, Replenishing Face and Body Cream and Restoring Oil Serum.