A "cosmetic" is any substance used to clean, improve or change the complexion, skin, hair, nails or teeth. Cosmetics include beauty preparations (make-up, perfume, skin cream, nail polish) and grooming aids (soap, shampoo, shaving cream, deodorant).
Aesthetic medicine is an inclusive term for specialties that focus on improving cosmetic appearance through the treatment of conditions including scars, skin laxity, wrinkles, moles, liver spots, excess fat, cellulite, unwanted hair, skin discoloration, and spider veins.
This course is a 40-hour Certificate in Medical Aesthetics.
Topics:
•Introduction to Aesthetic Medicine
•Skincare and Cosmeceuticals
•Chemical and Mechanical Exfoliation
•Micro needling
•Lasers and Energy Devices
•Neuromodulators and Dermal Fillers
•The Business of Aesthetic Medicine
Canada - Cosmetics regulations and registration
Canada - Incidence Report for cosmetics
Canada - Additional Documents
Cosmetics - Labelling Guidelines
This topic is designed to orient students to the Cosmetics types, legislations and guidelines within the corporate and regulatory context from Canadian perspectives.