PCA SKIN® Future Visionaries in Esthetics Scholarship

At PCA SKIN®, we believe the future of esthetics is shaped by those who bring bold ideas, unique perspectives, and a passion for making everyone feel seen, heard, and valued. That’s why we’ve created the Future Visionaries in Esthetics Scholarship - supporting students who are committed to fostering an inclusive skin care industry. 

About PCA SKIN® and Scholarship Purpose

As a leader in skin health education and professional treatments for more than three decades, PCA SKIN® is committed to innovation and progress through inclusion. The Future Visionaries in Esthetics Scholarship supports outstanding students pursuing esthetics and inspires positive changes across the profession.

Award Amount | # of Recipients

One (1) $5,000 Scholarship: Available to students enrolled at a PCA SKIN® Partnership School

One (1) $2,000 Scholarship: Open to any student enrolled/accepted at an accredited U.S. esthetics program

Scholarships submissions for the Fall 2025 season open from September 1 - October 31, 2025, at 11:59 PM PST.

Applicant Qualifications

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

• Be a new or currently enrolled student in a U.S.-based, accredited esthetics program (or PCA SKIN® Partnership School).
• Demonstrates unmet financial need, such as not receiving full scholarships and/or awarded grants that cover 100% of educational expenses.
• Be 18 years of age or older by the esthetics program start date.
• Demonstrate passion and commitment to inclusion in esthetics, through personal experience, leadership and/or service.
• Consent to the use of their name, photo, video submission and story for scholarship and marketing purposes.
• Not be a past winner of a PCA SKIN® Scholarship.
• Individuals who are related by blood, marriage, or adoption to any current employee of CP Skin Health, Inc., its parent company, Colgate-Palmolive Company, or any of its other subsidiaries, are not eligible to apply for or receive this scholarship. Relatives include parents, children, stepparent, stepchild, siblings, grandparents, step-grandchildren, step-grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, first cousins, spouses, domestic partners, and in-laws (including mother-in-law, father-in-law, sister-in-law, and brother-in-law). Applicants must disclose any such relationship during the application process. Failure to disclose this information may result in disqualification or withdrawal of any scholarship awarded. 

Application Requirements

1. Complete online application and submit proof of enrollment document, official acceptance letter, or progress report in an esthetics program from the accredited school/institution or a PCA SKIN® Partner School.
2. Submit a THREE-MINUTE maximum. YouTube video with a public link answering the following questions:

• Describe your vision for the future of the esthetics industry - what does it look like for everyone?
• Tell us about a time you helped someone feel confident or seen through skincare. 
• How will you as an Esthetician give back or create positive change in your community?

Ready to Make an Impact?

Share your experiences and interest in the esthetics industry. Apply for the Esthetics Impact Scholarship and be part of shaping the future of esthetics - a field that values every individual.