Chapter 1
Meet Amity Alice
Hi there! I’m Amity, a degree-qualified Dermal Clinician with over 22 years of experience in the beauty and skin industry. I’m so excited to be your guide on this journey to understanding and managing acne.
My passion for helping others with their skin stems from a deeply personal place – my own struggle with acne. I know firsthand how acne can impact your confidence, self-esteem, and even the way you see yourself. Growing up, I tried countless products and treatments, often feeling frustrated and defeated. But through persistence, education, and a lot of trial and error, I was able to take control of my skin and rebuild my confidence.
My acne began when I was 10 years old, in year 7 of high school. I remember starting the year with beautiful clear skin, and after the june school holidays, I returned to school with hideous cystic acne. I went from being accepted at high school by the other kids, to completely bullied, even beaten up for how “ugly” they said I was.
Even adults would look at me as if I had caused my acne myself, and should be ashamed of it. I tried everything I could to try and get rid of the acne, often causing it to get worse and cause even more scar tissue. Once I was old enough to get a part time job, I saved up every cent and I started going to beauty salons for help, often unfortunately getting the wrong products and/or treatments.
Finally, when I graduated year 12, I decided to defer university (Psychology Degree) for one year, so I could study my Diploma of Beauty Therapy. This was purely for the purpose of fixing my own skin, and then I had every intention of going back to my Pysch course.
I fell in love with the confidence that clearer skin gave me. The ability to look people in the eye. To smile more. To have the confidence to make friends. I wanted to give that feeling to other people! So goodbye Psych, hello Dermal Science!
I changed my degree and studied a Bachelor of Health Science in Dermal Therapies, and over the years, I have gotten my skin to the point where my scarring is gone, my acne is gone (I still get the odd pimple as most of us do), but overall, I love the skin I am in.
This journey inspired me to dedicate my career to helping others. I wanted to take everything I learned – both from my personal experience and my professional training – and use it to empower others to feel confident in their skin.
Over the years, I’ve worked with countless clients of all ages, helping them navigate their own acne challenges. I’ve seen how the right knowledge, tools, and support can transform not just someone’s skin, but their self-confidence and overall outlook on life.
In this course, I’ll share with you everything I’ve learned about acne – from its causes and treatments to skincare routines and confidence-building strategies. My goal is to equip you with the knowledge and tools to take control of acne and feel empowered every step of the way.
Remember, acne doesn’t define you. With the right approach, patience, and care, you can achieve healthier, happier skin – and I’m here to help you every step of the way.
Let’s get started on this journey together!