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Skin School

Learn skincare from the basics to expert level, at your own pace.

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Level 01
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Skin Care Fundamentals
Build a strong foundation by understanding your skin, common skin concerns and everyday skincare.
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Understanding Skin Behaviour
Go beyond the basics by understanding why your skin behaves the way it does and what influences its health.
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Understanding Ingredients & Advanced Skincare
Understand the science behind skincare, ingredients and formulations to make informed skincare decisions.
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Skin Care Fundamentals
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Skin Care Fundamentals
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Meet Your Skin
Before fixing skin concerns, understand the organ you are living in every day.
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Daily Habits, Better Skin
Discover how everyday choices affect your skin more than you realize.
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Understanding Common Skin Concerns
Learn why common skin concerns happen before learning how to treat them.
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Sun School
Understanding the relationship between your skin and the sun.
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Your First Skincare Routine
Learn the essentials of a simple and effective skincare routine.
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Meet Your Skin
Course 1 of 5
Meet Your Skin
Before fixing skin concerns, understand the organ you are living in every day.
🎬 3 lectures
⏱ 3m 6s
📝 Course quiz
Lectures
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Your Skin Is Working Harder Than You Think
Lecture 1 · ⏱ 58s
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The Three Layers of Your Skin
Lecture 2 · ⏱ 1m 4s
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How Do You Identify Your Skin Type?
Lecture 3 · ⏱ 1m 4s
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Daily Habits, Better Skin
Course 2 of 5
Daily Habits, Better Skin
Discover how everyday choices affect your skin more than you realize.
🎬 3 lectures
⏱ 2m 40s
📝 Course quiz
Lectures
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What Happens to Your Skin When You Sleep?
Lecture 1 · ⏱ 51s
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Does Drinking Water Really Help Your Skin?
Lecture 2 · ⏱ 56s
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Does Your Skin Have a Body Clock?
Lecture 3 · ⏱ 53s
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Understanding Common Skin Concerns
Course 3 of 5
Understanding Common Skin Concerns
Learn why common skin concerns happen before learning how to treat them.
🎬 3 lectures
⏱ 3m 20s
📝 Course quiz
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Why Do Pimples Happen?
Lecture 1 · ⏱ 1m 11s
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Why Does Skin Become Dry?
Lecture 2 · ⏱ 1m 8s
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Why Do Dark Spots Happen?
Lecture 3 · ⏱ 1m 1s
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Sun School
Course 4 of 5
Sun School
Understanding the relationship between your skin and the sun.
🎬 3 lectures
⏱ 2m 23s
📝 Course quiz
Lectures
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Why Does Skin Tan?
Lecture 1 · ⏱ 1m 5s
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What Does SPF Actually Mean?
Lecture 2 · ⏱ 34s
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What Is Broad Spectrum Sunscreen?
Lecture 3 · ⏱ 44s
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Your First Skincare Routine
Course 5 of 5
Your First Skincare Routine
Learn the essentials of a simple and effective skincare routine.
🎬 3 lectures
⏱ 1m 12s
📝 Course quiz
Lectures
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What Does a Cleanser Actually Do?
Lecture 1 · ⏱ 28s
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Why Does Skin Need a Moisturizer?
Lecture 2 · ⏱ 19s
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What Is a Complete Basic Skincare Routine?
Lecture 3 · ⏱ 25s
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Lecture 1 of 3
Meet Your Skin · Lecture 1
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Fun fact: Your skin replaces itself roughly every month, which means you're constantly getting new skin without even noticing it!
L1
⏱ 58s
Your Skin Is Working Harder Than You Think
Things You’ve Learned

1. Skin is the body’s largest organ and acts as a protective barrier against external factors, including UV rays.
2. It helps prevent water loss and regulate body temperature.
Lecture 2 of 3
Meet Your Skin · Lecture 2
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Fun fact: Just one square inch of your skin contains around 19 million skin cells.
L2
⏱ 1m 4s
The Three Layers of Your Skin
Things You've Learned
1. Your skin has three main layers: epidermis, dermis and hypodermis.
2. Each layer has a different role.
3. Together, they provide protection, strength, support and cushioning.
Lecture 3 of 3
Meet Your Skin · Lecture 3
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Fun fact: Your skin type is mostly determined by your genes, but factors like the weather, hormones and age can temporarily affect how your skin looks and feels
L3
⏱ 1m 4s
How Do You Identify Your Skin Type?
Things You've Learned
1. You can get a general idea of your skin type by observing how it feels after cleansing.
2. Common skin types include dry, oily, combination and normal.
3. Knowing your skin type can help you understand what your skin needs.
Lecture 1 of 3
Daily Habits, Better Skin · Lecture 1
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Fun fact: The average person spends about one third of their life sleeping. That means your skin gets thousands of hours every year to recover and repair itself.
L1
⏱ 51s
What Happens to Your Skin When You Sleep?
Things You've Learned
1. Your skin faces sunlight, pollution and dirt every day.
2. Sleep gives your body and skin time to recover.
3. Good sleep can support healthier-looking skin.
Lecture 2 of 3
Daily Habits, Better Skin · Lecture 2
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Fun fact: About 60% of the human body is made up of water, which is one reason staying hydrated is important for overall health and skin function.
L2
⏱ 56s
Does Drinking Water Really Help Your Skin?
Things You've Learned
1. Staying hydrated supports your skin's normal functions.
2. Drinking water alone won't solve every skin concern.
3. Healthy skin depends on hydration, good habits, protection and skincare.
Lecture 3 of 3
Daily Habits, Better Skin · Lecture 3
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Fun fact: Did you know? Your skin loses more water at night than it does during the day. This is one reason many people wake up with skin that feels drier and why night time skincare often focuses on hydration and barrier support.
L3
⏱ 53s
Does Your Skin Have a Body Clock?
Things You've Learned
1. Your skin follows a natural daily rhythm.
2. During the day, it focuses more on protection.
3. At night, it shifts towards repair and recovery.
4. Your skin's needs can change throughout the day.
Lecture 1 of 3
Understanding Common Skin Concerns · Lecture 1
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Fun fact: Did you know? Stress doesn't directly create pimples but it can increase the production of certain hormones that make breakouts more likely. That's why many people notice more pimples during exams, deadlines or stressful periods.
L1
⏱ 1m 11s
Why Do Pimples Happen?
Things You've Learned
1. Pimples start forming beneath the skin before they appear.
2. Clogged pores can trap oil, dead skin cells and bacteria.
3. Hormones, genetics and inflammation can contribute to acne.
4. Breakouts are about more than just hygiene.
Lecture 2 of 3
Understanding Common Skin Concerns · Lecture 2
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Fun fact: Did you know? Dehydrated skin can sometimes make fine lines look more noticeable. Once the skin is properly hydrated, it often appears smoother and plumper.
L2
⏱ 1m 8s
Why Does Skin Become Dry?
Things You've Learned
1. Dry skin lacks oil, while dehydrated skin lacks water.
2. Even oily skin can become dehydrated.
3. Understanding what your skin actually needs helps you choose the right skincare.
Lecture 3 of 3
Understanding Common Skin Concerns · Lecture 3
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Fun fact: Did you know? Humans aren't the only ones that produce melanin. Many animals do too. It's what gives flamingos their pink colour, zebras their stripes and leopards their spots.
L3
⏱ 1m 1s
Why Do Dark Spots Happen?
Things You've Learned
1. Pigmentation can happen when skin produces extra melanin.
2. Triggers can include sun exposure, acne and irritation.
3. Extra melanin in one area can create dark spots.
4. Dark spots can remain after the original trigger has healed.
Lecture 1 of 3
Sun School · Lecture 1
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Fun fact: Did you know? Glass can block most UVB rays, but some UVA rays can still pass through. That's one reason your skin can still be exposed to certain UV rays while sitting near a sunny window.
L1
⏱ 1m 5s
Why Does Skin Tan?
Things You've Learned
1. Melanin gives your skin its colour and helps protect it from UV rays.
2. Sun exposure can trigger more melanin production.
3. Increased melanin makes the skin appear darker, causing a tan.
Lecture 2 of 3
Sun School · Lecture 2
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Fun fact: Did you know? The PA rating system was originally developed in Japan and is based on a testing method called Persistent Pigment Darkening (PPD), which measures how well a sunscreen helps protect the skin from UVA-induced tanning
L2
⏱ 34s
What Does SPF Actually Mean?
Things You've Learned
1. Sunscreen labels tell you about the protection a sunscreen offers.
2. SPF and PA ratings help you understand different types of UV protection.
3. Knowing these ratings can help you make more informed sunscreen choices.
Lecture 3 of 3
Sun School · Lecture 3
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Fun fact: Did you know? The term "Broad Spectrum" isn't just a marketing phrase. To use that claim, sunscreens must meet specific testing requirements that demonstrate protection across a broader range of UV rays.
L3
⏱ 44s
What Is Broad Spectrum Sunscreen?
Things You've Learned
1. Broad Spectrum means protection against both UVA and UVB rays.
2. Knowing this term helps you understand what your sunscreen protects you against.
Lecture 1 of 3
Your First Skincare Routine · Lecture 1
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Fun fact: Did you know? Your skin naturally sheds thousands of dead skin cells every minute. Cleansing helps remove some of these cells from the skin's surface.
L1
⏱ 28s
What Does a Cleanser Actually Do?
Things You've Learned
1. Cleansers remove buildup like oil, sweat, dirt and sunscreen.
2. Cleansing prepares your skin for the rest of your skincare routine.
Lecture 2 of 3
Your First Skincare Routine · Lecture 2
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Fun fact: Did you know? Cold weather doesn't actually "remove" moisture from your skin but it can make it easier for your skin to lose moisture, which is why skin often feels drier during winter
L2
⏱ 19s
Why Does Skin Need a Moisturizer?
Things You've Learned
1. Your skin barrier helps keep moisture in and unwanted things out.
2. Over-cleansing, weather and environmental exposure can weaken the barrier.
3. Moisturizers help support the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated.
Lecture 3 of 3
Your First Skincare Routine · Lecture 3
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Fun fact: Did you know? Your skin remembers sun exposure over time. That's why protecting your skin today can make a difference years from now.
L3
⏱ 25s
What Is a Complete Basic Skincare Routine?
Things You've Learned
1. Cleanser removes daily buildup from the skin.
2. Targeted serums address specific skin concerns.
3. Moisturizer supports the skin barrier, while sunscreen protects against UV damage.
4. A simple routine can be enough to care for your skin.
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📚 Meet Your Skin
Question 1 of 9
What is the largest organ in your body?
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📚 Daily Habits, Better Skin
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What are some things your skin is exposed to during the day?
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📚 Understanding Common Skin Concerns
Question 1 of 9
What is sebum?
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📚 Sun School
Question 1 of 9
What causes your skin to look darker after spending time in the sun?
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📚 Your First Skincare Routine
Question 1 of 9
What can build up on your skin throughout the day?
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