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The Lipids Oils Blueprint

Confidently Choose & Work with Lipid Oils & Butters in Skincare Formulation

Join this free masterclass and gain the confidence to select and work with carrier oils in all your skincare formulas, aromatherapy blends and herbal preparations—without the guesswork

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In this training, you'll learn:

How to choose the right oils for different skin types and skincare needs
The simple framework for substituting oils—without compromising performance
Why some oils have different skin feel and how to use that to your advantage
The biggest mistakes in oil selection and how to avoid them
How botanical families help you find substitutions and similar oils
Oils for repairing and supporting skin barrier health

The Lipid Oils Blueprint

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Dates: March 12th to 17th! This is your chance to immerse yourself in the world of lipids, gain expert insights, and get your burning questions answered—all in a fun, informative, and hands-on experience. Click the button below to sign up and join us!

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You’ll get three pre-recorded video lessons where I’ll guide you through the key concepts of working with carrier oils and butters in skincare formulation. Plus, we’ll have live sessions where I’ll go deeper into the material and answer your questions in real time.

Can’t make it live? No worries! You’ll have access to the replays for a limited time, so you can catch up whenever it’s convenient for you.

Here's what we're going to cover inside the masterclass

Part 1: The Fatty Acid Blueprint – The Foundation of Lipid Science

Video Lesson Available: Tuesday, March 12
Live Q&A with Susan: Wednesday, March 13 @ 11 AM Pacific

The universality of oils & the skin—why oils are essential for skin health and how their structure determines function.
Fatty acids as the foundation of formulation—how monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and saturated fats shape an oil’s behavior.
How to read and interpret a fatty acid pie chart—quickly assess an oil’s stability, absorption, and performance.
Using fatty acids as a formulation guide—how to select and balance oils based on their composition.
Choosing oils with confidence—understanding when to use high-oleic, linoleic-rich, or stable saturated oils for different skin types and formulations.

Part 2: Choosing Oils for Stability & Performance

Video Lesson Available:: Thursday, March 14
Live Q&A with Susan: Friday, March 15 @ 11 AM Pacific

The role of bioactives & antioxidants—why fatty acids aren’t the whole story when it comes to skin benefits & oil longevity
Shelf life, storage, and oxidation risk—how fatty acid structure affects oil longevity and how to extend the freshness of your ingredients.
How to substitute one oil for another—swap oils confidently without compromising performance or stability
Botanical families & oil selection—how related oils share similar properties and how to use this to your advantage

Part 3: Selecting the Right Oils for Your Needs

Video Lesson Available: Saturday, March 16
Live Q&A with Susan: Sunday, March 17 @ 11 AM Pacific

How oils interact with the skin—understanding lipid absorption, skin compatibility, and how oils function within the skin’s ecosystem.
The skin barrier & lipid balance—which oils help repair a damaged skin barrier and which support long-term barrier health.
Choosing oils for specific skincare needs—formulating with lipids for oily, dry, sensitive, and mature skin based on their structure and function.
Beyond carrier oils—how butters, waxes, and lipid compounds enhance texture, protection, and performance in formulations.

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who's teaching?

I’m Susan M. Parker, and I’ve spent over 30 years studying and working with carrier oils, lipids, and botanical skincare. My approach goes beyond the basics—I teach the deeper science of oils so you can formulate with confidence and truly understand how they work.