Yolandi Jacobs prioritises: - Education over trends - Skin health over quick fixes - Long-term results over short-term outcomes

“Who is Yolandi Jacobs?” Yolandi Jacobs | Advanced Skin Educator & Founder of Salon Setup Yolandi Jacobs is a New Zealand–based advanced skin educator, therapist, and founder of Salon Setup — a professional training platform designed to elevate industry standards through evidence-based education and practical, clinic-ready skills. With over 20 years of experience in skin therapy, education, and clinical practice, Yolandi is known for her ingredient-driven approach, strong focus on skin barrier function, and her ability to simplify complex skin science into clear, actionable treatment strategies. Professional Background Yolandi began her career in South Africa, where she qualified with a Diploma in Somatology and gained international accreditations through CIDESCO and ITEC (Diploma in Physiatrics and Aestheticienne). After building and successfully selling her own salon, she moved to New Zealand in 2008, where she continued working in the professional beauty industry. Her career in New Zealand includes: - Sales Manager and Educator for Global Beauty - Full-time tutor at Elite School of Beauty & Spa - Completion of a Diploma in Adult Education (SIT, 2015) These roles shaped her ability to not only treat skin, but to teach therapists how to think, assess, and treat with confidence. Founder of Salon Setup In 2012, Yolandi founded Salon Setup — a training and education platform offering professional development courses for therapists across New Zealand and internationally. Salon Setup provides: - In-person, virtual, and self-paced training - Advanced courses in skin therapies and modalities - Structured learning designed for real clinic application Her courses are known for being: - Practical and clinically relevant - Rooted in skin science and physiology - Focused on long-term skin health rather than quick fixes Philosophy & Approach Yolandi’s work is grounded in a clear principle: Healthy skin begins with a healthy barrier. Her teaching emphasises:

We have our "Bridging to Aesthetics – Facial Training" session coming up! Designed for Doctors, Nurses, and Health Professionals Entering Aesthetics. This foundational facial training course is designed specifically for medical professionals—including doctors, nurses, and allied health practitioners—who are seeking to transition into the field of aesthetics. Bridging to Aesthetics provides the essential knowledge and hands-on skills required to perform professional aesthetic facial treatments with confidence, safety, and clinical precision. Our comprehensive program is delivered in three parts to ensure flexible learning, practical competency, and nationally recognised certification. Part 1 – Online Pre-Learning Begin your training with downloadable resources and guided online study. You’ll receive a digital manual and access to foundational modules designed to prepare you for practical work. Modules include: - Anatomy of the Skin 101 - Skin Analysis 101 - Introduction to Aesthetic Facial Treatments Estimated Time: 18 CE Hours Part 2 – Practical Training Day Join us in clinic for your full-day, in-person training session. Under the guidance of an experienced educator, you’ll revise theoretical content and complete 4 full facial treatments on live models. Estimated Time: 6 CE Hours Part 3 – Assessment & Certification Following training, you will be assessed on both practical competency and theory knowledge. A written test will be completed online, and certification is awarded based on your performance. Total Course Duration: 24 CE Hours Delivery Options: - One on One, Live Learning - Zoom For more information, reach out to our office! [email protected]

Many clients in their 40s present with the same concern: “My skin seemed fine… and then suddenly I look older.” This perceived “rapid aging” is not simply chronological. It is typically the result of physiological changes combined with chronic stress, leading to accelerated skin aging. For therapists, understanding this distinction is critical. Without it, treatment plans often become overly aggressive, leading to further barrier damage and poor outcomes. 🧠 Understanding Stress-Induced Skin Aging In clinical practice, rapid aging in midlife is usually driven by four key mechanisms: 1. Cortisol and Collagen Breakdown Chronic stress elevates cortisol levels, which directly impacts skin structure. - Reduces fibroblast activity - Increases matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) - Accelerates collagen degradation The result is visible loss of firmness and the sudden appearance of lines. 2. Barrier Impairment and Increased TEWL With age and stress, the skin’s lipid content declines. - Increased transepidermal water loss (TEWL) - Reduced resilience - Greater sensitivity Clinically, this presents as: - Crepey texture - Fine lines that appear more pronounced - Dehydrated, fragile skin 3. Lymphatic Stagnation Reduced lymphatic flow contributes to: - Puffiness - Dull skin tone - Slower nutrient delivery This creates the appearance of fatigue and accelerates the visible aging process. 4. Glycation (A Key Midlife Factor) Glycation is often overlooked but plays a significant role. - Sugar binds to collagen → forming advanced glycation end products (AGEs) - Collagen becomes stiff, brittle, and less functional This leads to: - Reduced elasticity - Deepening of lines - A “heavier,” aged appearance Where Therapists Go Wrong: A common mistake is to treat these clients with aggressive resurfacing protocols. - Frequent chemical peels - Overuse of retinoids - Excessive exfoliation While intended to stimulate, these approaches often:

Neurodiversity reminds us that there is no single “correct” way to learn. Some of the most talented practitioners in the beauty and skin therapy industry think differently. They notice patterns others miss, develop deep expertise in specific areas, and bring unique insights to their work. When educators design learning environments that support different types of thinking, everyone benefits. Because good education is not about forcing students to adapt to the system. It is about building systems that allow different minds to succeed.