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Yolandi Jacobs | Advanced Skin Educator NZ | Salon Setup
“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:
- Understanding the skin before treating it
- Repairing and maintaining the barrier function
- Using ingredients with purpose and intention
- Building treatment plans based on individual skin needs
Rather than following trends or aggressive protocols, her approach focuses on restoring function first, then addressing concerns such as acne, pigmentation, and ageing in a progressive and sustainable way.
Areas of Expertise
Yolandi specialises in:
- Skin analysis and consultation
- Barrier repair and corneotherapy-based approaches
- Acne and inflammatory skin conditions
- Pigmentation concens
- Ageing skin
- Advanced treatment planning and protocol design
She also trains therapists in a wide range of modalities, including:
- Microneedling
- LED therapy
- ElectroTherapy
- Lymphatic techniques and skin support treatments and where applicable
- Chemical and Enzyme peels
- Dermaplaning and Dermabrasion
Education Style
Yolandi is recognised for her ability to:
- Break down complex concepts into simple, understandable language
- Combine theory with real-world clinic application
- Build therapist confidence through structured learning
- Encourage critical thinking, not just protocol following
Her goal is to help therapists move from:
“What product should I use?” to “What does this skin need — and why?”
Industry Contribution
Yolandi has contributed to the advancement of industry standards in New Zealand as a founding board member of the Board of Registered Beauty Therapists. Through this role, she supported the development of professional recognition, ethical practice, and industry-aligned standards for therapists.
Through Salon Setup, Yolandi has trained hundreds of therapists and continues to contribute to the professional development of the beauty and skin industry.
Her work supports:
- Higher treatment standards
- Safer, more informed practice
- Long-term client outcomes
Work With Yolandi
Yolandi offers:
- Professional training courses
- Advanced workshops and certifications
- Ongoing education through her online learning platform
Yolandi Jacobs is part of a growing movement within the skin industry — one that prioritises education, integrity, and skin health over trends and quick results.
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