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While teaching at IDI, Jane realized that none of the available skincare products met her standards. They were often filled with common irritants like , which Jane personally struggled with due to her own dermatitis and eczema.

Growing up in the UK with a widowed mother who worked as a nurse, Jane was raised with a strong sense of independence. The most impactful advice she ever received was her mother’s constant refrain: . This push toward gaining a practical skill led Jane to train as a skin therapist in the United Kingdom. 2. Identifying a Gap in Los Angeles (1983) DERMALOGICA

The brand pioneered concepts like Face Mapping and the Double Cleanse (starting with their best-selling PreCleanse ). While teaching at IDI, Jane realized that none

In 1986 , Jane developed her own product line— Dermalogica —focused on skin health. The most impactful advice she ever received was

Jane Wurwand eventually shared this journey of resilience and entrepreneurship in her book, Skin in the Game , emphasizing that "this is more than a story about skincare; it’s about living your biggest life". Skin In The Game | Our Founder's Story | Dermalogica®