Dermalogica Future Industry Professional Esthetics Scholarship Fall 2026

Dermalogica® is continuing its support of the beauty industry by generously funding esthetic scholarships since 2020. For nearly 40 years, Dermalogica® has empowered professional skin therapists to unleash their potential. Founded by Jane Wurwand out of a desire to provide best-in-class products, education, and training in the professional skin care industry, Dermalogica® trains 100,000+ skin therapists per year and is the #1 choice of beauty professionals worldwide. Through a commitment to education, personalization, and human touch, as well as science-driven formulas, Dermalogica® champions skin health over beauty.

The Future Industry Professionals Esthetic Scholarship celebrates diversity and inclusivity and supports students from communities historically underrepresented in esthetics. This scholarship is open to students who are newly accepted or currently enrolled in an esthetics program at a Dermalogica Partner School. The esthetics student scholarship will be awarded through Beauty Changes Lives.

Award Amounts and Number of Scholarships

One (1) $5,000 scholarship for the Fall 2026 Scholarship season is from September 1 , 2026 - October 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST.

Eligibility/Qualifications

• Must be a currently enrolled (or a newly accepted student in a Dermalogica® Partner School, leading to licensure in the U.S.
• Be 18 years of age or older at the time of application.
• Demonstrate passion for the esthetics profession, commitment to education, and financial need.
• Not have previously received a scholarship administered by Beauty Changes Lives, including scholarships funded by Dermalogica or any other BCL partner.
• Not be an employee, contractor, or immediate family member of BCL, Dermalogica, or an affiliated vendor.

BCL reserves the right to verify eligibility and make final determinations.

Application Requirements

1. Complete the online application and submit proof of enrollment from an esthetics program by uploading your progress report or official acceptance letter from a Dermalogica® Partner School.
2. Submit a 3-minute maximum YouTube video (cannot be a short video) with a public link answering the following questions (if the video exceeds the 3-minute requirement, or it's a short, the application will be declined): 

• Describe how receiving this scholarship would impact your life. How might this scholarship positively impact your financial situation?
• What are your short-term and long-term career goals? 
• Why is esthetics your passion? How has your experience with your own skin shaped your passion?
• How will you use your career in esthetics to benefit your community?
• How does human connection inspire you to pursue a career in skin care?

*Ask your administrator if your school is a Dermalogica® Partner School before beginning the application.