What you'll learn

Understand the root cause of pigmentation in Global Majority skin, the compromised barrier that most training programs miss, and how to address it with science-backed strategies.

Learn barrier science over bias™ a framework that combines cutting-edge dermatological knowledge with genuine care for every skin type in your treatment room.

Discover the CIDESCO USA pathway: explore membership benefits, international certifications, and how owning your credentials positions you as a trusted expert in your market.

Get insider tips from The Barrier Queen™ and industry veterans on building a thriving esthetics practice that truly serves your community.

Meet the speakers

Charlene Stepney

Charlene Stepney/CEO, Executive Director CIDESCO Diplomat/NCEA Certified/COMTA Commissioner/ Director of Membership CIDESCO USA/CC-Board Director Stepney Institute of Esthetics and Wellness NCEA School, CIDESCO School  Licensed Esthetician, CIDESCO USA Member & Regional Leader

Charlene Stepney stands as a nationally recognized esthetics educator, industry pioneer, and successful entrepreneur with over three decades of transformative experience in advanced skin care education and business development. Her influence spans the global beauty industry, where she serves as Director of CIDESCO Membership, a COMTA Commissioner, and Director of the Americas Beauty Show. These prestigious roles underscore her unwavering commitment to elevating professional standards and fostering excellence throughout the esthetics field. With meticulous attention to detail and an uncompromising dedication to quality education, Charlene has established herself as a premier esthetics educator in Illinois and Indiana. She founded the Stepney Institute of Esthetics & Wellness in 2021 with a visionary mission: to create progressive, inclusive esthetics education that embraces all races, genders, and lifestyles. Her signature approach addresses a critical gap in beauty education by delivering honest, high-level instruction from respected industry professionals with clear, actionable training objectives. Charlene's entrepreneurial success is demonstrated through her ownership of multiple thriving beauty businesses and her published work, Brow Science: A Professional's Guide to Brow Design. Her specialized expertise encompasses teaching, management, sales, marketing, and curriculum development. Throughout her career, she has consistently demonstrated an exceptional ability to identify opportunities and drive significant revenue growth for every organization she engages with. Trained in esthetics since 1992 and recognized as a master educator since 1996, Charlene has taught at premier Midwest institutions while operating as an instructor, curriculum creator, campus manager, and advanced educator. Her personal mission centers on mentoring the next generation of beauty professionals, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to build sustainable, successful careers. In doing so, she is not only expanding her flourishing business empire but placing real, tangible skills in the hands of tomorrow's estheticians. As an accomplished speaker and thought leader, Charlene regularly addresses audiences on beauty business strategy and legacy building. Her insights and expertise have been featured in prestigious publications including the UK's Guardian, New York Times, Chicago Tribune, and Washington Post. Through her work at the Stepney Institute and her continued industry engagement, Charlene remains dedicated to enabling the next generation of beauty professionals to make pioneering contributions to the global beauty and wellness sectors.

Nichelle Foster Mosley 

CEO, Executive Director, Nonprofit Founder  Licensed Esthetician, CIDESCO USA Member & Regional Leader

Nichelle Foster Mosley, The Barrier Queen™, is a CIDESCO-endorsed educator, corneotherapy specialist, somatic facilitator, author, and founder with nearly 30 years of experience spanning developmental disabilities care, education, public service, esthetics, and whole- person wellbeing. Her work bridges science, embodiment, trauma- informed care, cultural competence, and human-centered leadership. She is the founder of the CIDESCO-endorsed Global Majority Corneotherapy™ Certification and creator of WHOLE EMBODIED LEADERSHIP™: The Practice of Holding Space Well, an immersive leadership experience rooted in breath, sound, somatic awareness, reflection, and intentional presence. Nichelle is also the creator of WHOLE Breath™, Mirror, and Sound—experiential practices that invite people to slow down, listen inward, become more aware of what their bodies are communicating, and develop the capacity to remain connected to themselves while holding more. She is the author of The Skin Remembers™: A Corneotherapeutic Approach to Treating Global Majority Skin, a clinical and compassionate framework where barrier science meets cultural competence and whole-person care. At the heart of all her work is a simple philosophy: True health isn't found in the parts. It's revealed in the whole. And the question she continues to bring into the room is: What would success that does not cost you your body look like? What would a practice built on rest, on ownership, instead of extraction, look like? She thrives in helping others grow into our fullest embody whole highest self, and to remind us rest gets a syllabus. Joy gets a protocol. Play gets a certification number. www.wholebeautyimpact.org

Why This Webinar Matters for Your Career

If you're an esthetician working with diverse skin types, you know that pigmentation concerns aren't one-size-fits-all. But here's the truth: most training leaves out the crucial piece—understanding the compromised barrier that's actually driving these challenges. This webinar breaks down the barrier science that the industry has overlooked, especially when serving Global Majority skin. You'll learn the evidence-based approach that combines cutting-edge science with real compassion. Plus, discover how CIDESCO USA membership and international certifications can elevate your credibility, expand your opportunities, and give you ownership of your professional credentials. Because the future of esthetics isn't just about knowing the facts—it's about mastering the whole picture.

Why Estheticians Are Choosing CIDESCO USA

Estheticians who take ownership of their credentials through CIDESCO USA gain more than a certification—they gain credibility, opportunity, and the confidence to serve their clients at the highest level. This webinar shows you exactly how. Join professionals who are already transforming their careers by investing in recognized, international credentials that set them apart in a competitive market.

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This free webinar is your chance to learn directly from industry leaders, understand the barrier science that transforms your practice, and explore how CIDESCO USA membership can accelerate your career. Spots are filling up fast. Register now and take the first step toward owning your credentials and your future in esthetics.

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