Dietary Sunscreen Accredited Course

Did you know that topical sunscreen only lowers the risk of Malignant Melanoma by 50% and non-Melanoma skin cancers by 40%? If sunscreen is only half the solution, what is the other half? The answer: diet. Dietary phytochemicals such as lycopene, curcumin and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) have been scientifically proven to protect skin from damage by UV rays, thus helping to prevent skin ageing and cancers. 

In this course we will cover the main ways that the sun damages the skin and the biomechanics of skin ageing. We then look at skin cancer, the role UV rays play and the science behind sun protection. Finally, we discuss the dietary patterns that help to prevent UV damage, including a detailed study of key phytochemicals found in foods which have been scientifically demonstrated to protect the skin. 

This is a live version of the online course offered by the Skin Nutrition Institute, taught under licence. 

Who is this course for?

This course is aimed at practitioners and professionals within the skincare and/or nutrition fields. It is ideally suited for aestheticians, dermatologists, MediSpa staff, skin therapists, skincare formulators, beauty therapists and facialists, health coaches, functional food and nutrition practitioners. No specific prior qualifications are required. 

How long is the course?

Approx. 2 hours. 

How is the course assessed?

There will be a short quiz at the end of the session to ensure you have grasped the concepts covered. The quiz can be completed in writing or orally according to your preference. 

Will I get a certificate?

Yes, you will receive a certificate from the Skin Nutrition Institute. You will also receive a practitioner toolkit to use with your clients and a digital web badge to display on your website to showcase your qualification. 

This course is available in person or as a live Zoom workshop. Each session requires a minimum of 5 people to run, so your booking will be confirmed once this minimum number has been met. I also offer this course as a corporate training programme (minimum 10 participants); please contact me to book. 

Please note that the online classes are taught live. You must attend in order to receive your certification (just like an in person course). 

Accreditation: 

This course is fully accredited by the IPHM (International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine) and the IGCT (International Guild of Complementary Therapists), which means you will be eligible to join their registers after completion of the programme.