Holistic Facial Course | Natural & Botanical Skin Treatment Certification

Holistic Facial Certification Course
"Learn to deliver deeply healing, organic facial treatments that address skin, stress, and energy—ideal for aestheticians, massage therapists, and wellness practitioners."

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Online with virtual training

Hands on training workshop available.

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For early bird pricing

$695 (reg $895)

A holistic facial is a natural, mind-body-soul skincare treatment that goes beyond improving skin — it promotes overall well-being. Using organic products like essential oils and plant extracts, it combines massage, aromatherapy, breathwork, and even energy healing to enhance circulation, relaxation, and emotional balance. Treatments are personalized based on lifestyle, stress, and diet. The goal: restore inner and outer balance for glowing skin and long-term stress relief.

Holistic Facial Certification Course Outline

Train in the art of holistic, plant-based skincare using botanicals, essential oils, facial massage, and natural product blending. This flexible hybrid course is ideal for aestheticians, wellness practitioners, energy workers, and anyone passionate about skin and soul care.

Part One: Skin Biology & Online Theory

(Approx. 8–10 hours, self-paced)

Build your foundational knowledge of holistic skin science through downloadable PDFs and slideshow-style learning. Study at your own pace, anytime.

Topics include:

Personal Hygiene & Bacteriology
Skin Anatomy & Histology
Dermatology Overview
Fitzpatrick Skin Typing
Understanding Skin Conditions
Skincare Fundamentals
Natural Ingredients & Botanical Skin Health
Essential Oils for Holistic Skincare (reference guide)
Lymphatic Drainage
Pressure point massage
Gua Sha Theory (reference only)

Includes downloadable PDFs and videos
Covers holistic facial theory and full treatment protocol

Part Two: Botanical Lab & Blending Techniques

Learn how to blend and personalize natural ingredients for different skin types and conditions. Your Lab Kit is included and shipped to you upon registration.

You’ll learn to:

Mix clays, herbs, and botanical powders
Customize exfoliants, serums, and masks
Blend facial oils and creams for hydration, healing, and balance
Choose and apply essential oils for calming, detoxifying, or brightening effects.

Part Three: Holistic Facial Demonstration Videos

Watch step-by-step demonstrations as you learn our Signature Holistic Facial Protocol, designed to restore both skin and spirit.

Techniques Covered:

Cleansing & Exfoliation (natural-based)
Hot Towel Application
Facial Pressure Point Massage
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Clay Mask & Botanical Serum Application
Oil & Cream Massage Techniques
Breathwork, energy balancing touches & finishing steps

Lifetime access to close-up videos

What’s Included

Welcome email with secure portal login
Starter Botanical Kit shipped to you
Downloadable guides, theory slides, ingredient references
Demonstration videos you can rewatch anytime
Optional live virtual support sessions

Certification Requirements

To earn your Holistic Facial Certificate, you’ll complete:

Online theory modules
Two case studies (on models, friends, or family)
A short video submission of you performing the treatment
(Optional) Attend a live virtual support session

Bonus: Virtual Hands-On Support

Need guidance? Join a virtual hands-on session where we’ll answer questions, review your technique, and help you feel fully confident before offering services. Or come to Kelowna B.C. for a one day workshop.

Workshop dates: August 5th, August 19th

HOLISTIC FACIALIST CERTIFICATION $895

Online with virtual training / Hands on training available

Early bird special $695 + GST

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Course comes with a lab botanicals starter kit:

Learn how to mix, blend and customise your skin treatments using natural botanicals.

cleanse. activate. milk and gel
delicate exfoliating rice polish
gentle facial sugar
rose floral water
neroli and rose spritz
lavender and orange flower water spritz
botanical clay masks
natural shea butter facial cream
pure hyaluronic serum
massage oil blends. (nut free, lavender rose)

Upon certification you will have access to wholesale pricing for botanicals.

Nicola Finch
With over 40 years of experience in the aesthetics industry, Nicola Finch is a seasoned expert and educator in the field.

She began her journey in 1983, earning her esthetics diploma from the Blanche MacDonald Centre in Vancouver, British Columbia. Since then, she has continued to grow her expertise with additional certifications in Laser Hair Removal and Medical Aesthetics.

“In 2000, while teaching at the Canadian Institute of Natural Health and Healing, I developed the Holistic Facial Course. After founding my own school, I continued to share this method with students for many years, eventually expanding my teachings to include aesthetics and advanced courses in Medical Aesthetics.

Today, I am thrilled to see the industry returning to a more natural, holistic approach to skincare. It’s with great pride that we are once again offering the Holistic Facial Course—rooted in tradition, guided by experience, and aligned with the future of beauty.”

NOTE: This course is designed for students that offer skin treatments, massage, facials, esthetics, medical aesthetics, clinical skincare, spa treatments, nurse or energy work / reiki. It is not a course for job placement.