Alongside our Black Friday event, throughout November we're offering exclusive courses and a host of guests lectures to educate and reward our community with exclusive offers for course attendees.
Below you'll find the ALLIES Academy course catalog, bonus teacher notes post-lectures, and a detailed lecture syllabus.
Alongside our Black Friday event, throughout November we're offering exclusive courses and a host of guests lectures to educate and reward our community with exclusive offers for course attendees.
Below you'll find the ALLIES Academy course catalog, bonus teacher notes post-lectures, and a detailed lecture syllabus.
Course Catalog & Guest Speakers. JOIN THE CLASS ON INSTAGRAM LIVE.
IG LIVE 01
Class notes
01NOVEMBER
Time: 5pm GMT
An introduction to Ingredients 101
Join us for a special guest lecture on the science behind our Key Allies, the best skincare ingredients to try and insights on a new Allies of Skin formula.
Hydrating Cleanser Nic's tip: Don't worry about creating a lather, it cleanses in its original form. Leave it on for 1-3 minutes for extra silky-smooth results.
Daily Treatment The Swiss Army Knife of moisturizers, this is our #1 bestseller that suits all skin types and can be used alone and acts as your serums and eye cream. Nic's tip: Layer it with CE15 Firming Oil at night for supercharged results.
Advanced Lifting Serum 6 years in the making, this features a maxed-out 3% Growth Factor Complex due to the ingredients incredible study results and helped repair Nic's skin barrier issues. Peptides were also added to lift, firm and stimulate natural regeneration for our best results yet.
Brightening Sleeping Facial One of our most underrated formulas, this gives the effect of a facial with just 3 nights usage, allowing you to skip that in-office appointment and slim down your PM skincare routine. Nic's tip: Mix 1-2 drops of CE15 Firming Oil to supercharge your results.
Mandelic Night Serum Made to be used by everyone and every night, this formula is Nic's favorite exfoliator that's blended with antioxidants and peptides for multifunctional benefits.
Antioxidants Purifying Mask Our limited-edition Black Friday launch, this clay mask is designed not to dry up or crack, so when you rinse it off your skin is left purified, soft and hydrated.
20% Vitamin C Serum Known as our "lightbulb serum", this features a waterless base creating a thick texture that feels like glue, so you must apply it to damp skin – spritz with the Probiotics Mist or water post-cleansing and the serum melts into your skin. Nic's tip: Mix it with Advanced Lifting Serum for ultra-glowy results.
CE15 Nic's tip: If you can only buy one formula, buy this as it can be mixed with everything and used every night. One of the most active face oils on the market, it's packed with 10% Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), 5% Vitamin E, 1% Bakuchiol and 3% Teprenone, as well as fruit oils that don't clog the pores for hydrating rejuvenation for all skin types.
IG LIVE 02
Class notes
10NOVEMBER
Time: 2pm GMT
Ingredients 101 (Blending Key Allies)
Join us for a special guest lecture on the science behind picking and blending our Key Allies to ensure the highest concentrations for maximum results and skincare benefits.
FACULTY:
Nicolas Travis
Class notes:
SUMMARY:
Want to get supercharged results? Why not try our Founder, Nic's routine:
Join us for a special guest lecture discussing skincare beyond the face, from a holistic perspective.
FACULTY:
Nicolas Travis
GUEST SPEAKER:
Amy Chang
Class notes:
SUMMARY:
Allies of Skin was born from our Founder, Nic's desire to help everyone feel good in their own skin with supercharged formulas that achieve maximum results, in minimum steps. These are his go-to formulas to achieve just that...
KEY LEARNINGS:
Take a holistic approach to feeling good in yourself too, here's their top tips:
Swap your cotton pillowcase for silk as it's gentler on skin
Focus on your sleep too – in Traditional Chinese Medicine the golden sleep hours are 10pm-2am when you're in deep restorative sleep for body and skin repair.
Reduce stress by trying meditation or sound baths.
Try to have a positive mindset, love yourself unconditionally and put space between yourself and negativity.
SHOP THE LECTURE:
Nic and Amy's favorites for rapid results are Growth Factors, Peptides, Vitamin C & Mauka Honey:
The fastest ingredient to repair skin is Growth Factors, our Advanced Lifting Serum is great for use after in-office treatments like microneedling and laser.
Peptides are like a personal trainer for your skin, training your skin to perform better. Think: reduced inflammation, increased radiance and boosted collagen production.
Vitamin C is crucial, day and night! In the AM, they help to brighten and fade dark spots. In the PM, they help skin repair and boost other actives' benefits.
Join us for our first of two special guest lectures introducing our next course, Repair & Healing Skin 101, and the importance of building a skincare routine to support the microbiome.
FACULTY:
Nicolas Travis
GUEST SPEAKER:
Nikki DeRoest
Class notes:
SUMMARY:
Everyone makes skincare mistakes, from sunburn to over-exfoliating or using acids too harsh for our delicate skin barrier. If you’re overwhelmed and don’t know what to pick, start with cleanser, serum, and moisturizer.
KEY LEARNINGS:
How to know when your skin barrier is disrupted:
Your skin feels really tight,
You're noticing very inflamed breakouts where you don't normally get them
Your hydrating skincare isn't lasting: When your skin barrier is damaged, you have increased trans epidermal water loss. It’s not able to hold onto the moisture. Healthy skin naturally glows and holds onto moisture better.
Join us for our second of two special guest lectures introducing our next course, Repair & Healing Skin 101, and the importance of building a skincare routine to support the microbiome.
GUEST SPEAKER:
Chanel Tyler
Class notes:
Summary notes will be uploaded here after each lecture!
Class is in session:
Repair & Healing Skin 101
November 21st - 30th
Attend our Instagram Live that discusses the importance of nourishing, protecting and rebuilding the skin care barrier.
Class is in session! Learn more about the breakthrough ingredients we're proud to have supercharged our formulas with to achieve maximum results.
MossCellTec™
An award-winning natural adaptogen that promotes skin barrier recovery, strengthens skin against urban aggressors, improves hydration and barrier recovery.
A naturally occurring skin-restoring ingredient that works as a potent antioxidant to scavenge free radicals and is thought to help soften the appearance of hyperpigmentation and skin spots.
Found in:
STAY TUNED...
Dioic Acid
Dioic Acid is a next-generation acid and organic compound naturally derived from vegetables that helps reduce excess sebum, reduces imperfections, and helps improve uneven skin tone.
This is a sulfur compound naturally occurring in our bodies. This multitasking ingredient serves as an antioxidant and helps minimize signs of premature aging by aiding in the strength, elasticity, and integrity of youthful skin..
A naturally occurring skin-restoring ingredient that works as antioxidants and is thought to stimulate collagen and elastin production, which can help soften the appearance of fine lines, hyperpigmentation and skin spots.
Skincare Beyond The Face 101
02/
November 11th - 20th
DARK UNDERARMS
This can happen for several reasons, including your genetics, irritation from products you're using, or an underlying condition – which should be ruled out by a doctor first!
Want to do something about it?
If you're unhappy with the cosmetic appearance of your underarms and have ruled out any possible conditions with your doctor, look to formulas featuring Niacinamide, Retinol, Kojic Acid and Hydroquinone which may help to lessen the appearance of pigmentation.
Dry Skin Patches
Do you notice patches of skin that look and feel rough and itchy? Dry skin is often temporary or seasonal and has many causes including skin conditions (which you should rule out with your doctor first!), changing weather and environment, sun damage, harsh skincare products.
Want to do something about it?
If you're unhappy with the appearance of your dry skin, make sure you're using moisturizing formulas and using SPF to protect your skin from further damage.
While acne is more common for teenagers, it can happen to people of any age and can also appear anywhere that you have oil glands on your skin (think: face, back, chest etc). This can happen for many reasons including excess sweating and friction from clothing, to stress, your diet and hormonal changes.
Want to do something about it?
If you're unhappy with the cosmetic appearance of your acne, there's many treatments available to help minimize the appearance and help avoid scarring. Look to non-comedogenic formulas that won't clog pores and ingredients such as salicylic acid.
You may notice ingrown hairs after hair removal where the hair starts to grow back but doesn't break through the skin. It can result in small, swollen bumps that may feel sore.
Want to prevent them?
Before hair removal, wash your skin with warm water and a mild cleanser.
Apply a lubricating shaving cream/gel, and use a fresh, sharp razor.
Shave in the direction of hair growth.
Rinse the blade after each stroke, then your skin with cool water once you're finished.
Use an exfoliator that features AHAs to help remove dead skin cells and prevent ingrown hairs.
Repair & Healing Skin 101
03/
November 21st - 30th
Understanding the Skin Barrier
The skin barrier, also known as the moisture or lipid barrier, constitutes the outer layer of our skin. Picture it like a brick wall, where cells are bricks, and lipids like ceramides and fatty acids are the mortar. This barrier is pivotal, safeguarding vital water reserves within the body, while fending off harmful microorganisms. It plays a key role in supporting skin immunity and managing inflammation.
A healthy skin barrier
Smooth,
Even-toned,
Well-hydrated,
Clear.
A compromised barrier
Irritation,
Redness,
Inflammation, and
Susceptibility to issues like breakouts, dryness, and a burning sensation.
Factors Damaging the Skin Barrier
Environmental stressors,
Emotional and physical stress,
Nutrition,
Genetic predispositions,
Sensitizing ingredients,
Excessive exfoliation,
Cosmetic procedures,
Aging.
To restore a damaged skin barrier:
Pause the use of exfoliating and active ingredients.
Prioritize hydrating, nourishing, and healing skincare products.
Consistently apply SPF for protection against environmental stressors.
FACULTY:Nicolas Travis
GUEST SPEAKER:Caroline Hirons
GUEST SPEAKER:Amy Chang
GUEST SPEAKER:Nikki DeRoest
FACULTY:Alex Gilchrist
GUEST SPEAKER:Chanel Tyler
