work hands-on with:
Master your signature facial
with Nerida Joy
Work hands-on with Nerida to design a facial that reflects your philosophy and elevates your craft. This isn’t just another training session – it’s a creative lab for estheticians who want to stand out and deliver real results.
You'll Learn how to:
- Design a signature facial that showcases your style and brand
- Read the skin like an expert to create a results-driven treatment
- Ask the right questions to find an exceptional line to work with
- Work with luxury products and high-performing modalities for undeniable results
- Adapt your techniques for every skin type and concern without hesitation
- Master the skills that make your treatments — and your business — unforgettable
What’s waiting for you:
- Hands-on training from skin expert Nerida Joy
- Face-to-face access to top-tier brand partners
- A curated swag bag packed with Nerida’s favorite products
- A personalized UST: Your Signature Facial Certificate from Nerida Joy
- Breakfast, lunch and a cocktail hour to connect and celebrate
- Unlimited access to the UST Digital Course so you can rewatch all of Day 1, plus past events in LA, Miami & Dallas
What is a signature facial?
A signature facial tells your clients who you are as an esthetician and helps you stand out in a competitive market. In this two-day workshop, you will work with luxury brands and modalities, explore techniques for discovering and refining your personal style, and learn how to creatively customize your treatments.
Skin expert Nerida Joy will show you how to thoughtfully layer products, tools and enhancements to maximize results and deliver a meaningful client experience that focuses on technique, professionalism and consistency.
Featured Speaker
Cosmetic chemist and Dermascope Aestheticians’ Choice Award winner Christine Tian will relate how her own skincare journey inspired her to use her scientific expertise to empower estheticians. She’ll explain the power of delivery mechanisms, reveal how to get the most from ingredients, and share the smartest questions to ask when partnering with a brand.
Schedule Overview
Sunday, April 19th
Day 1: Education
- Skin analysis masterclass with Nerida Joy
- Spotlight on how to choose the best brands to work with
- Three full custom facial demos by Nerida, focusing on techniques for addressing acne, melasma and mature skin
Monday, April 20th
Day 2: Hands-On
- Work hands-on on the skin with guidance from Nerida Joy
- Create a results-driven, customized facial that is unique to you
- Get your own skin analyzed and worked on
Choose your Pass
FULL ACCESS PASS
INCLUDES:
- The complete two-day event
- A full day of hands-on work with Nerida on Day 2
- A curated swag bag of Nerida’s favorite products
- A personalized, signed certificate
- Breakfast and lunch on both days, plus our cocktail hour
- Eveything in the digital pass
$2,645
Day 1 Pass
INCLUDES:
- All the education and demos of Day 1
- A curated swag bag of Nerida’s favorite products
- A personalized, signed certificate
- Breakfast, lunch and our cocktail hour
- Eveything in the digital pass
$1,295
DIGITAL pASS
INCLUDES:
- LIVE streaming of Nerida’s skin analysis masterclass
- LIVE streaming of cosmetic chemist Christine Tian’s presentation
- Access to Nerida’s facial demos and the brand panel on Day 1
- Unlimited access to the UST Digital Course including our previous LA, Dallas & Miami events
- Personalized certificate
$1,295
In Partnership with:
Marina del Rey Hotel | SALT Restaurant & Bar
2025 OpenTable Diner's Choice for
"Best Ambiance and Outdoor Dining" on the Westside
Welcome to this tranquil waterfront hotel in the popular LA neighborhood of Marina del Rey. Watch the palm trees and sail boats from the pool deck, settle into your chic and comfortable guest room, then enjoy locally sourced, California-seasonal dishes and craft cocktails at the hotel’s SALT Restaurant and Bar. Set against sweeping marina views, the Marina del Rey Hotel lets you enjoy LA the cool, coastal way.
Phone Number
(310) 301-1000
Hotel Rate
Frequently Asked Questions
Of course! Please let us know what name you would like when you book your place.
Yes, you are welcome to take photos during this event and – at certain times – you may also record brief video segments up to one minute in length. These may be posted on social media. This content is fully owned by Nerida Joy and cannot be edited, sold or repurposed for any promotional use.
Breakfast and Lunch will be served buffet-style. We strive to have a variety of options.
When you reserve your place at the Understanding Skin event, you’ll receive a discounted rate for the hotel exclusively for conference attendees.
There is a limited number of rooms available, so we advise booking as soon as possible.
Yes, we will have product tables with a variety of products available throughout the event.