Marcella’s Mentorship Journey: Building Confidence and Skills in Scar Camouflage with Jo Bregazzi

Here's a little highlight Marcella’s recent mentorship day with Jo Bregazzi at The SKARBLEND® Academy. Already trained in scar camouflage, Marcella was looking to deepen her skills, refine her technique, and build confidence in her ability to work with complex skin tones and discoloured scars. With a passion for helping clients feel at ease in their own skin, Marcella knew that increasing her knowledge and practical expertise would make a meaningful difference in her work.

Marcella’s mentorship day was filled with hands-on learning, practice, and invaluable guidance from Jo. One of Marcella’s main goals was to feel more assured in her ability to mix skin tones precisely—a delicate yet crucial skill in scar camouflage. Jo’s SKARBLEND® technique, which she has developed over years of practice, focuses on creating seamless blends that harmonise naturally with each client’s unique skin tone. Working alongside Jo, Marcella learned how to assess subtle undertones, layer pigments effectively, and achieve a balanced finish. Seeing Jo’s method up close gave Marcella fresh insights and techniques that strengthened her confidence in matching complex skin tones.

Another focus of the day was working on discoloured scars, which can vary in tone and texture and often require customised approaches for natural-looking camouflage. Under Jo’s expert guidance, Marcella practiced handling various types of scars, from darkened, hyperpigmented areas to lighter, hypopigmented scars. Jo shared techniques for addressing each type of discoloration, using specialized pigments and blending methods that minimise contrast while enhancing the overall look of the scar camouflage.

Even after her mentorship day, Marcella continues to benefit from Jo’s ongoing support as she builds her confidence. Through WhatsApp, Jo provides Marcella with guidance and answers to any questions that come up as she applies her new skills with clients. This continuous mentorship allows Marcella to progress at her own pace, knowing that Jo’s expertise is only a message away.

For Marcella, this mentorship is not only about expanding technical skills but also about gaining reassurance in her ability to adapt her work to fit the needs of each client. Jo’s ongoing support and encouragement provide Marcella with the confidence to approach each session, knowing she has both the skills and the guidance to make a lasting impact.

We’re proud of Marcella’s commitment to her craft and to continually growing her skills. At The SKARBLEND® Academy, our goal is to support artists like Marcella on their journey, providing personalised mentorship and techniques that empower them to make a difference. Thank you, Marcella, for sharing this journey with us—we can’t wait to see the beautiful work you’ll continue to create!