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Additional Ingredient Knowledge

This course explores key ingredients found in iS Clinical formulations and their role in modern skincare design. Topics include the function of alcohols in formulation, the use of peptides and bio-fermented actives, and the cosmetic benefits of botanicals such as White Willow Bark Extract and Bakuchiol. The course also reviews brightening ingredients like arbutin and how they are used to enhance the appearance of uneven skin tone. Blending nature-inspired ingredients with advanced cosmetic science, this course provides a clear, ingredient-focused overview for skincare professionals.
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  • Length 43 minutes
  • Materials Videos
  • Certificate Certificate of Completion
  • Audience Aesthetic Professionals + Educators & Trainers + Students + iS Clinical Brand Partners
  • Level Intermediate

Course Content

Lesson 1: Ingredient Spotlight: Alcohols 1 Topic
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Alcohols in Skincare Products
Lesson 2: Ingredient Spotlight: Stem Cells 2 Topics
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Skin Care and Stem Cells
Myth or Truth: Stem Cells Are Fantastic in Topical Skincare Products
Lesson 3: Ingredient Spotlight: Peptides 1 Topic
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Peptides & iS Clinical Products
Lesson 4: Ingredient Spotlight: White Willow Bark 1 Topic
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White Willow Bark Extract
Lesson 5: Ingredient Spotlight: Arbutin 1 Topic
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Arbutin
Lesson 6: Ingredient Spotlight: Bakuchiol 1 Topic
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Bakuchiol

What To Expect

  • On-demand content
  • Learn at your own pace
  • Get a certificate
  • Become the expert!

What You’ll Learn

  • What different types of alcohols do in skincare products and why they’re used
  • What stem cells are, how they’re used in skincare, and why some claims might be misleading
  • How peptides help improve skin health and how iS Clinical includes them in their products
  • The benefits of specific botanical ingredients like White Willow Bark, Arbutin, and Bakuchiol

instructors

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Dr. Charlene DeHaven
MD, FACEP, Clinical Director at iS Clinical
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Molly Peters
Vice President, Global Corporate Account Development at iS Clinical
Dr. Charlene DeHaven
MD, FACEP, Clinical Director at iS Clinical
Molly Peters
Vice President, Global Corporate Account Development at iS Clinical
Dr. Charlene DeHaven is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician and Clinical Director of Innovative Skincare, with over 20 years of experience in anti-aging, skincare product development, and age management, recognized internationally for her research, education, and media contributions.
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Dr. Charlene DeHaven
Molly Peters is the Senior Director of U.S. Sales for iS Clinical, overseeing sales, corporate accounts, and e-commerce, and is recognized for her strategic leadership, team development, and passion for building lasting relationships within the aesthetic industry.

“Even though I use the word “sales”, I really never even think of it as that. What I always think about is patient care and education. It’s really important that we emphasize that by selling products to them. We’re really providing solutions to our patients.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your questions answered about iS Clinical EDU and its resources for skincare professionals.

Peptides are short chains of amino acids that act as building blocks for proteins. In cosmetics, they help improve the appearance of firmness, texture, and smoothness by supporting skin’s natural resilience and hydration balance.

iS Clinical uses botanical extracts from ingredients such as sugar cane, white willow bark, olive leaf, and centella asiatica. These natural components provide antioxidant, soothing, or exfoliating benefits depending on formulation design.

Clients often notice alcohol listed in certain iS Clinical serums and have questions about why it is there. This course explains the role denatured alcohol plays in these specific formulations and helps practitioners communicate accurately and confidently when clients ask about this ingredient. Understanding its function within the complete formulation helps you address this concern without guesswork.

This is a concern that comes up frequently from clients who have had negative experiences with alcohol-containing products in the past. This course addresses this question directly, explaining how alcohol functions within the specific iS Clinical formulations that contain it and giving practitioners the accurate information they need to respond confidently when clients raise this concern.

Salicylic acid is chemically related to aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid). Individuals with aspirin allergies should avoid products containing salicylic acid or consult their healthcare provider before use. Always patch test before applying a new product.

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