
Description
There’s something incredibly fulfilling about watching another professional have that aha moment, the instant when everything about skin function suddenly makes sense. For me, that’s what education is about. It’s what drives my passion for sharing knowledge and building confidence in others.
Over the years I’ve seen the beauty and aesthetics industry change dramatically. We’ve become a sector led by brands, trends, and social media marketing rather than by science. Yet true, long-term results come from understanding how the skin actually works, not from what a product label tells us.
As a corneotherapy expert, speaker, and educator, my work focuses on restoring that balance. I teach skin professionals how to read the skin’s signals, how to respect the barrier, and how to approach treatment planning through the principles of corneotherapy and advanced skin science.
My goal is to empower therapists, educators, and clinic owners to move beyond marketing language and return to critical thinking. When we understand inflammation, barrier repair, and the skin’s innate intelligence, we stop guessing and start achieving consistent, measurable results for every client.
Through training, speaking engagements, and collaborative education, I aim to create a community of professionals who think differently, therapists who base every decision on evidence, anatomy, and physiology rather than brand bias.
I believe greater understanding creates more rounded corneotherapists and skin therapists, and ultimately, a stronger, more respected industry. When we raise the level of education, we raise the level of care.
My teaching combines clear, relatable science with practical, real-world application. Whether it’s explaining how to manage chronic inflammation, treat rosacea and sensitised skin, or rebuild the barrier after invasive treatments, I bring the theory to life in a way that makes sense in clinic.
Corneotherapy isn’t just a treatment method, it’s a philosophy. It’s about working with the skin, not against it. And when professionals truly understand that, everything changes: the results, the confidence, and the respect we earn as experts.
If we can create an industry that values knowledge as much as marketing, we’ll all be part of something remarkable, a movement built on science, integrity, and genuine understanding. That’s what I’m here to contribute to, in my little corner of the world.
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Accreditations
Accreditation Provider
The Big Teacher - AET Level 3
Qualification Document

Work Experience
With over 35 years of experience in the UK beauty industry, Maria Rylott-Byrd (aka The Corneotherapy Consultant™) is a leading specialist in Corneotherapy.
Having retired from clinical practice, she now dedicates her time to educating and mentoring corneotherapists and aspiring corneotherapists, helping them to learn, grow, and succeed. Through her teachings about skin science, business mentoring and her thriving global community, Maria continues to advocate for the advancement and integrity of true corneotherapy.
She is CIBTAC and CIDESCO qualified, a member of BABTAC, and proudly serves as the elected Chair of the International Association for Applied Corneotherapy (I.A.C.)
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Maria Rylott-Byrd
Hello, I am Maria Rylott-Byrd, THE CORNEOTHERAPY CONSULTANT™ and I'm dedicated to helping Corneotherapists, aspiring Corneotherapists and Functional Skin Therapists succeed in their business.
Through FLOURISH, monthly 1-2-1 mentoring support, I guide passionate practitioners towards success in their businesses with alignment and authenticity.
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