Basic TCM Cosmetology for Health and Wellness Practitioners
A practical Traditional Chinese Medicine wellness course designed for both professionals and interested members of the public who wish to understand how TCM principles may support facial beauty, hair health, healthy skin, and long-term well-being.
Course Reference Number: TGS-2026061928
Course Overview
Basic TCM Cosmetology for Health and Wellness Practitioners introduces the fundamental principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine as applied to cosmetology, with a focus on facial beauty, hair health, and healthy skin.
From the TCM perspective, external appearance is closely connected with internal health, Qi and Blood, organ system balance, lifestyle, diet, sleep, emotions, and daily self-care. This course helps learners understand beauty not merely as surface appearance, but as a reflection of overall wellness and internal harmony.
Through theory, case analysis, practical exercises, and guided learning, participants will gain insights into TCM beauty principles, facial massage, acupressure, gua sha, herbal awareness, dietary recommendations, skincare routines, and lifestyle practices that may support long-term beauty and wellness.
Why This Course Matters
Beauty and wellness are increasingly connected in modern health education. Many people are looking beyond quick cosmetic fixes and are becoming more interested in natural, preventive, and holistic approaches to skin, hair, ageing, and vitality.
TCM cosmetology provides a structured way to understand the relationship between internal balance and external appearance. It encourages learners to consider constitution, lifestyle, diet, emotional regulation, circulation, nourishment, and daily routines as part of a broader beauty and wellness framework.
This course is especially valuable for wellness practitioners, beauty professionals, skincare specialists, massage therapists, TCM learners, and members of the public who want to understand beauty through a more holistic and responsible TCM perspective.
Course Objectives
The primary goal of this course is to equip participants with foundational knowledge and practical skills in applying Traditional Chinese Medicine principles to enhance facial beauty, support hair health, and maintain healthy skin.
Participants will explore the interconnectedness of internal health and external appearance, enabling them to understand holistic beauty and wellness solutions from a TCM perspective. The course introduces TCM concepts, techniques, herbal and dietary awareness, acupressure massage, facial massage, gua sha, and lifestyle practices for long-term beauty and wellness.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Understand TCM Principles in Cosmetology
Understand foundational TCM principles as applied to cosmetology, recognising beauty and wellness from a holistic perspective.
2. Identify Beauty, Hair and Skin Patterns
Identify common TCM patterns related to facial beauty, hair health, and skin care to support more targeted wellness understanding.
3. Learn Facial Rejuvenation Techniques
Learn TCM-informed facial massage, acupressure, and gua sha techniques that may support facial rejuvenation and natural beauty.
4. Apply Herbal and Dietary Awareness
Understand herbal remedies and dietary recommendations according to TCM principles to support hair vitality and vibrant skin.
5. Develop Personalised Skincare and Lifestyle Routines
Develop TCM-based skincare routines and lifestyle practices for sustaining long-term beauty, wellness, and healthy daily habits.
Course Details
Duration
8 hours
- 1 full day; or
- 2 days, 4 hours per day
Delivery Mode
- Online and/or classroom delivery
- Lecture and case analysis
- Practical mastery of exercises and practice
- Guided beauty and wellness application
Course Fee
S$400
- SkillsFuture Credit claimable
- NTUC UTAP supported
- Includes comprehensive course notes and online materials
Certificate
Certificate of Completion:
Basic TCM Cosmetology for Health and Wellness Practitioners
Course Contents
Module 1: Understanding TCM Principles in Cosmetology
- Foundational principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine
- The concept of Qi and its role in beauty and vitality
- Five Elements theory and holistic beauty thinking
- TCM patterns associated with facial beauty, hair health, and skin care
Module 2: Techniques for Facial Rejuvenation and Hair Health
- Applications of TCM techniques for facial rejuvenation and hair health
- Facial massage techniques for beauty and relaxation
- Acupressure points for supporting circulation and skin tone
- Gua sha and selected TCM beauty techniques
- Herbal awareness to support hair vitality according to TCM principles
Module 3: Skincare Routines and Lifestyle Practices
- Developing personalised skincare routines and lifestyle practices
- TCM-based skincare and long-term beauty maintenance
- Dietary recommendations and self-care practices
- Sustaining healthy, radiant skin through daily wellness habits
Who Should Attend
This course is suitable for learners and practitioners who wish to understand TCM-informed beauty and wellness, including:
Acupuncturists and TCM Practitioners
Practitioners who wish to understand beauty, hair, and skin wellness through TCM pattern thinking and daily health betterment.
Beauty Therapists and Cosmetologists
Beauty professionals who want to expand their knowledge with holistic TCM-informed cosmetology principles.
Holistic Skincare Specialists
Skincare professionals interested in integrating natural beauty, lifestyle, diet, and wellness education into their practice.
Massage Therapists and Wellness Practitioners
Practitioners who wish to learn facial massage, acupressure, and related TCM-informed beauty and wellness techniques.
Naturopaths and Holistic Health Practitioners
Practitioners interested in the relationship between internal wellness, external appearance, and natural beauty care.
Members of the Public Interested in Natural Beauty
Anyone interested in holistic approaches to beauty, skin health, hair vitality, ageing well, and daily well-being.
Facilitator / Trainer
Dr Clement Ng Shin Kiat
Dr Clement Ng Shin Kiat is a registered Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner, educator, standards leader, and health and wellness trainer. He is actively involved in TCM clinical practice, professional education, standards development, and public health betterment education.
- Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner
- Doctor of Medicine in TCM, Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine
- Former Vice Principal, Singapore College of TCM
- President, Singapore Acupuncture Association
- Chairman, Technical Committee on Complementary Medicine and Health Product
- Head of Delegation for Singapore, ISO/TC 249 Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Executive Director, World Federation of Chinese Medicine Societies
- Vice President, WFCMS Standard Construction Committee
- Committee Member, WFAS Standardization Working Committee
- ACTA Certified
Beauty as a Reflection of Balance, Nourishment and Daily Wellness
This course helps learners move beyond surface beauty by understanding how TCM connects appearance with internal balance, nourishment, circulation, lifestyle, emotional well-being, and long-term vitality.
For the TCMandYou education pathway, this course supports beauty wellness workshops, natural skincare education, facial self-care programmes, corporate wellness content, and future integration with HÉBEN wellness product education where appropriate.
Important Note
This course is designed for education, wellness development, and foundational understanding of TCM cosmetology. It does not replace medical diagnosis, dermatological care, allergy assessment, hair loss treatment, medication review, nutritional therapy, or professional healthcare advice.
Persistent, worsening, painful, infected, allergic, sudden, unexplained, medication-related, pregnancy-related, severe skin, hair, or health concerns should be assessed by qualified healthcare professionals.
Register for the Course
Learn how Traditional Chinese Medicine connects facial beauty, hair health, healthy skin, lifestyle, diet, and internal wellness through this 8-hour TCM cosmetology course.
Course fee: S$400 | SkillsFuture Credit claimable | NTUC UTAP supported
Course Reference Number: TGS-2026061928