Los Angeles | April 19–20, 2026

work hands-on with:

Dermaflash.com

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.

Learn how to:

What’s waiting for you:

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

Saturday, April 19th

Day 1: Education

You’ll learn how to analyze the skin and create an ideal facial for every client, get tips on how to optimize ingredient performance, and explore the brand philosophies behind Nerida’s most trusted products and modalities. Then after lunch, Nerida will demo three different treatments incorporating all the products you’ll be using on Day 2. Then join us for our cocktail hour so you can network and shop the product booths.

Saturday, April 19th

Day 2: Hands-On

Work hands-on with Nerida for a full day of practical instruction. You’ll choose products and modalities to design a facial that makes sense to you. Nerida and our expert partners will answer your questions, give you confidence in your techniques and tools, and help you create an effective facial that builds long-term client trust.

Choose your Pass

FULL ACCESS PASS

INCLUDES:

Day 2 Pass

INCLUDES:

DIGITAL pASS

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In Partnership with:

Dermaflash.com

Marina del Rey Hotel | SALT Restaurant & Bar

Diners Choice 2023

2023 OpenTable Diner's Choice for
"Best Ambiance and Outdoor Dining" on the Westside

Welcome to our sleek hotel in picturesque Marina del Rey—one of LA’s most tranquil and sought-after neighborhoods, situated directly in front of the harbor and a short stroll or bike ride from Venice Beach. Immerse yourself in the serenity with a dip in the pool, followed by a dining experience at SALT Restaurant and Bar, located within the Marina del Rey Hotel. Set against sweeping marina views, SALT offers an opportunity to indulge in the finest locally sourced, California-seasonal dishes and craft cocktails on the westside

Phone Number

(310) 301-1000

Hotel Rate

UST attendees receive an exclusive discounted rate for their hotel stay

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.

Your ticket is not refundable, but you may transfer it to another person who can attend the event in your place. Please notify our team at least 24 hours in advance so we can facilitate this for you.

Yes, we will have product tables with a variety of products available throughout the event.

The event is designed for multiple-day attendance.

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