CONFUSION TO CONFIDENCE
Mastering Ingredient Science for Estheticians Taught by Amanda Schneider, LE
Transform your esthetics practice from guesswork to evidence-based expertise. This in-person class gives you the tools to confidently assess skincare ingredients and create effective, customized treatment protocols using real science—not sales fluff.
ABOUT THE COURSE
This course bridges the gap between confusion and confidence through deep scientific understanding of ingredients and how they affect skin function. Perfect for licensed estheticians ready to up-level client outcomes with clarity and confidence.
***No CEUs are issued for this class
Transform your esthetics practice from guesswork to evidence-based expertise with this comprehensive ingredient science course. Led by Amanda Schneider, this program bridges the gap between confusion and confidence in skincare formulation and ingredient selection.
Course Overview
The Confusion to Confidence course is designed to elevate your professional expertise through deep scientific understanding of skincare ingredients and their mechanisms of action. This intensive training transforms uncertainty about product selection into confident, evidence-based recommendations that deliver superior client results.
Stop second-guessing your ingredient choices or blindly following cookie-cutter treatment protocols, and start making decisions backed by solid science. This course transforms uncertainty into expertise, giving you the knowledge and confidence to enhance results for every client.
Join Amanda Schneider and discover how mastering ingredient science can revolutionize your practice, enhance your professional reputation, and dramatically improve your clients' skin health outcomes.
Your journey from confusion to confidence in ingredient science starts here. (Comprehensive training manual with the most popular ingredients from 12 categories, comedogenic information, acne specific enhancements, and how health/medical conditions effect desired outcomes is included.)
Categories discussed:
EFAs
Essential Fatty Acids for skin barrier support
Amino Acids
Building blocks for skin proteins
Peptides
Signaling molecules for skin renewal
Humectants
Water-attracting ingredients that hydrate the skin
Emollients
Softening agents that smooth skin texture
Emulsifiers
Ingredients that help blend oil and water
Acne-fighters
Targeted ingredients for breakout-prone skin
Skin Lighteners
Ingredients that address hyperpigmentation
Ceramides
Lipids that strengthen the skin barrier
Antioxidants
Compounds that protect against free radical damage
Surfactants & pH adjusters
Formulation components that affect product performance
What You'll Learn:
Ingredient Categories
EFAs, Amino Acids, Peptides, Humectants, Emollients, Ceramides, and more
Acne-Safe Formulations
Learn which ingredients work best for acne-prone skin
Evidence-Based Protocols
Build treatment plans using science, not marketing hype
Formulation Basics
pH, surfactants, emulsifiers, and how they affect product performance
Label Reading
How to read labels, avoid comedogens, and protect your client's barrier
Integration Knowledge
How to incorporate ingredient science with spa treatments like hot stones
You'll Receive:
✅ Printed training manual
✅ Acne-specific enhancement guide
✅ Comedogenicity reference
✅ Lifetime professional benefit
UPCOMING CLASS DATES
Confusion to Confidence - Online Webinar Event - $189.00
(No CEUs are issued for this class)
Time: Sunday Mar 8, 2026 09:00 AM - 12 Noon - Arizona Time
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Confusion to Confidence - Online Webinar Event - $189.00
(No CEUs are issued for this class)
Time: Sunday April 12, 2026 09:00 AM - 12 Noon - Arizona Time
Confusion to Confidence - Online Webinar Event - $189.00
(No CEUs are issued for this class)
Time: Monday May 11, 2026 09:00 AM - 12 Noon - Arizona Time
Confusion to Confidence - Online Webinar Event - $189.00
(No CEUs are issued for this class)
Time: Sunday June 7, 2026 09:00 AM - 12 Noon - Arizona Time
Cancellation & Refund Policy
We understand that schedules can change, and we want to be as accommodating as possible.
  • Full Refund: Cancellations made 10 days or more before the class date will receive a full refund minus applicable 3% credit card processing fees.
  • No Refunds: Unfortunately, cancellations made within 10 days of the class date are non-refundable.
  • Transfers: If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to another person at no additional cost. Please notify us by email prior to the class date.
  • Event Cancellations: In the unlikely event that AZ Confusion to Confidence is canceled or rescheduled by Loving My Skin Spa, all registrants will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer to a future class.
Thank you for your understanding and support. We look forward to welcoming you to this transformative class.
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Spa Knowledge
Learn how ingredient science complements traditional spa treatments like hot stone therapy
Skincare Expertise
Develop deep understanding of how ingredients interact with different skin conditions
Professional Growth
Elevate your practice with science-based knowledge that clients will value