Dermalogica Apr 2026

When Jane moved to the U.S. in the 1980s, she found that American "estheticians" were often licensed but lacked the comprehensive postgraduate training she had received in Europe.

Growing up in the UK with a widowed mother who worked as a nurse, Jane was raised with a strong sense of independence. The most impactful advice she ever received was her mother’s constant refrain: . This push toward gaining a practical skill led Jane to train as a skin therapist in the United Kingdom. 2. Identifying a Gap in Los Angeles (1983) DERMALOGICA

Jane Wurwand eventually shared this journey of resilience and entrepreneurship in her book, Skin in the Game , emphasizing that "this is more than a story about skincare; it’s about living your biggest life". Skin In The Game | Our Founder's Story | Dermalogica® When Jane moved to the U