Learning from the past and preparing for the future: A journey through Holistic Skin care

with Beverley Higham

Learning from the past and preparing for the future; 'a journey through an Holistic approach to skin care'. Before moving forward we must always look back, for that is where the answers really lie. There is a saying adapted from the Ecclesiastes 1:9 that states, there is nothing new under the sun. I truly believe this statement especially when we consider the gifts from mother nature and how synergistically they blend together to improve health and wellbeing. My presentation will take a look back through time at some early cosmetic ingredients and the way in which they were used in skin and body care. I will then explore the Holistic approach and how the anatomy of the skin works with these wonderful ingredients. I will include modern day protocols for a natural skincare routine that is simple, effective but most of all allows us to regain connection with our body and the messages it sends us. Merging the past with the present we will develop a skin care routine to enhance the circle of life.

Beverley Higham has been a teacher of beauty and Holistic therapy for more than 35 years. During which time she received a medal of excellence from City and Guilds for her teaching and won the Heinemann books inspirational challenge! For inspiring learning. Her early work involved working with Doctors in NHS practice in her local area, preparing and delivering aromatherapy treatment as a complementary and alternative option, especially in women’s health ( PMT and the Menopause) Her passion for Aromatherapy has lead her to study clinical aromatherapy over the years in France and develop formulations for natural products for health and beauty. She has presented research on woman’s health, and continues to support the industry in any way she can. She has a published book and has contributed chapters to other best selling publications. Since her retirement in 2019 she has become a director of the Hair and Beauty industry authority (HABIA) a charity that supports the UK Hair, Beauty and Wellness industry.