Phase Two

Why Phase Two?

Because skin is already part of the health conversation—just not officially recognised as such.
Because the government is preparing to regulate certain skin treatments under the Health and Care Act—
but the education behind those treatments hasn’t been reviewed.
Because the Department for Education oversees the qualifications, not the Department of Health.
Because the training is shaped by sector standards, not public health policy.
Because we’re regulating the treatment, but not the person.
And because no one is checking whether skin education today still meets the needs of tomorrow.

The Skin Well™ believes this is a missed opportunity.
A joined-up system would benefit everyone—public, practitioner, and profession.

This phase is structured around four logical pillars—each one focused on a different part of the system that needs to shift.

The Four Pillars of Phase Two

Pillar One: Messaging

Skin as a National Health Issue

Skin should be named and included in national public health messaging—not only in disease, but in prevention, daily care, and lifestyle advice.

→ Go to Pillar One: Messaging

Pillar Two: Education

Shaped by Health, Guided by DHSC

Skin training should be aligned with national health standards—with DHSC involvement in reviewing what is taught and why it matters.

→ Go to Pillar Two: Education

Pillar Three: Regulation

A Framework for Public Protection

National oversight must go beyond procedures and apply to the people performing them—so that skin work is safe, consistent, and accountable.

→ Go to Pillar Three: Regulation

Pillar Four: Recognition

Protected Titles and Clear Career Paths

Titles like “Skin Therapist” and “Beauty Therapist” should be protected in law, with a national career route that supports growth, clarity, and public trust.

→ Go to Pillar Four: Recognition

What Comes Next

Each of these four pillars is being developed into its own dedicated space—with pages, scenarios, and letters that explore what change could look like.

They’re not all live yet—but they’re on their way.
This is a working page, and a growing body of work.

Thank you for reading. The structure is clear now—and I’m building the rest one careful step at a time.