DERMALOGICA’S ICONIC FOUNDING COMPANY INTERNATIONAL DERMAL INSTITUTE (IDI) GOES VIRTUAL, BRINGING COMMUNITY AND WORLD-CLASS SKINCARE EDUCATION TO EVERY CORNER OF THE GLOBE

CARSON, Calif., Sept. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — For more than 40 years, the International Dermal Institute (IDI) has set the gold standard in advanced skincare and body therapy education, shaping the future of the industry, one skin therapist at a time. Founded in 1983 by visionary skin therapist and brand founder Jane Wurwand, IDI revolutionized professional skincare training in the U.S. with science-driven curriculum, hands-on mastery, and an unwavering commitment to skin health. As one of Dermalogica’s closest education and research partners, IDI has been the engine behind groundbreaking product innovation and professional treatment protocols trusted worldwide.

Today, the industry leader is making its most ambitious move yet: the launch of the IDI Virtual Community Platform, an always-on, global hub designed to break down barriers, expand access, and unite skin professionals like never before. This dynamic new platform takes the prestige and rigor of IDI’s in-person experience and reimagines it for the digital age, empowering therapists anywhere in the world to learn, connect, and grow.

Inside the New IDI Virtual Community

• Global Networking & Peer Support: A vibrant online gathering place to exchange ideas, share success stories, and learn from peers across continents — building a powerful, united community.
• Direct Access to IDI & Dermalogica Expertise: Members can tap directly into the innovation, science, and skin health authority that has defined Dermalogica and IDI for decades.
• On-Demand Education, 24/7: From cutting-edge treatment techniques to advanced business strategies, skin therapists can access exclusive workshops, treatment protocols, and business tools whenever and wherever they need them.
• Livestream and On-Demand Education, 24/7: From cutting-edge treatment techniques to advanced business strategies, skin therapists can access exclusive workshops, treatment protocols, and business tools in real time or whenever and wherever they need them.
• Career Support and Industry Mentors: Direct access to career support and guidance from seasoned industry mentors. Members can connect with experienced professionals who share real-world insights, help navigate career milestones, and provide encouragement at every stage of growth. This mentorship not only fosters professional confidence but also builds lasting connections that open doors to new opportunities within the skin care and wellness industry.

“Skin professionals today want more than just education; they want connection, community, and recognition,” said Heather Hickman, Vice President of Global Education of IDI and Dermalogica. “Our virtual platform delivers all three without compromising the integrity of IDI’s gold-standard training. This is about equipping therapists everywhere to thrive no matter where they practice.

Join the IDI Community today to unlock full access to discussions, education, and connection with fellow skin professionals: https://community.dermalinstitute.com

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SOURCE Dermalogica