Charmaine Cooper

Bio:

Throughout her career as an International Instructor, Corporate Trainer, and Education Manager for global brands, Charmaine has mastered the art of bringing out the best in professionals—empowering adult learners, trainers, and leaders across the skin care industry. Her body of work, including “The No Compromise Black Skin Care Guide” series and “MELANIN-RICH” publications, have become trusted resources for advancing inclusive practices and reshaping the way Skin Professionals approach care.

With training and speaking engagements across South Africa, Australia, France, the UK, Belgium, Amsterdam, Canada, and the United States, Charmaine’s commitment to advancing education and equity around Melanin-Rich skin sits at the heart of what she does—an area too often overlooked in traditional industry resources. She consistently addresses both skin health and cultural relevance, ensuring that melanin-specificity remains central to the conversation.

With a professional history that includes serving as a National Education Manager and Master Educator at a prestigious global institute, Charmaine’s leadership is marked by a dedication to high standards, personal and professional brand integrity, and a deep recognition of the inherent value in every learner. For her, equity in skin health is not optional—it’s a non-negotiable pillar of success.

Her thought leadership has been featured across television, print, and digital platforms. She is the recipient of the ACA 2024 Writer’s Award for her contributions to Dermascope, and has been a writing contributor to American Spa and other top trade publications. Charmaine is sought after worldwide for keynotes, international webinars, media appearances, and transformative in-spa workshops—delivering sessions that educate and inspire.