Tropical Skincare Innovator / Creating Space for Women to Lead, Build, and Rise

Biography

Dr. Edith F. Gibson, affectionately known as Edith Delight and widely recognized as Captain Delight for her extensive community empowerment work, is a visionary medical aesthetician, tropical derma expert, and entrepreneur. Renowned for pioneering advancements in skincare tailored to melanin-rich skin tones, she has made significant contributions to dermatology and community development.

Born on November 9, 1983, in Cameroon, Dr. Gibson earned a PhD in Industrial Psychology from Biltmore Christian University and advanced certifications in Medical Aesthetics from esteemed U.S. institutions, including Grace Medical Equipment in Charleston, SC, and The National Laser Institute—globally recognized as the top trainer in medical aesthetics.

Returning to Cameroon in 2010, she founded the Beauty Health Foundation (BHF), a premier research laboratory and professional training center dedicated to developing innovative skincare solutions suited to tropical climates. Her groundbreaking work at the Tropics Derma Research and Training Institute (TDRTI) employed nanotechnology and personalized skincare research, involving over 8,000 participants and 50,000 skin analyses over a decade. This research led to the development of customized treatments addressing common tropical skin issues such as hyperpigmentation, dehydration, loss of elasticity, and sebaceous overactivity.

Open day interview with Dr Edith.MP4

Tropics Derma Research clinic

Open day activity

Edith Delight (Cameroon's Pioneer Medical Esthetician).mp4

Tropical skincare

Dr. Edith Delight (Cameroon's Pioneer Medical Esthetician)

In 2013, Dr. Gibson pioneered the recognition of medical aesthetics within Cameroon’s healthcare system, elevating dermatological care standards nationwide. She is also the founder and CEO of MYXCAPE LLC, based in Las Vegas, USA.

Her international influence expanded in 2024 through a strategic partnership between TDRTI and Nigeria’s Ministry of Science and Technology. This initiative marks Nigeria’s first comprehensive response to the skin bleaching epidemic, recognized by the WHO as a critical public health challenge. Dr. Gibson is actively conducting research across Nigeria, customizing her skincare technologies to suit local climates and needs.

Collaboration with unesco

Dr. Gibson has also collaborated with UNESCO to embed and institutionalize medical aesthetics and tropical skincare solutions across Africa. This effort includes training thousands of young professionals, establishing state-of-the-art research facilities, and fostering innovation to address regional dermatological issues.

Beyond her entrepreneurial endeavors, Dr. Gibson is a passionate community leader, affectionately called "Captain Delight." She leads impactful initiatives such as the "Ladies in the Boardroom" program—a partnership with the British government empowering women through mentorship, leadership development and establishing frameworks for entrepreneurship in Africa. She also spearheaded the "Don't Do Drugs" campaign for over six years, providing rehabilitation, mentorship, and skills training to thousands affected by civil unrest and war in Cameroon.

Ladies in the Boardroom Jingle by Dr. Jay.mp4

Her remarkable contributions have earned her numerous awards, including two lifetime USA Presidential Achievement Awards (2022 and 2025), a ministerial award from the Cameroonian government for innovation, and the African Community of Excellence Awards for "Best Female Entrepreneur" and "Best Initiative."

Dr. Edith F. Gibson continues to inspire and transform lives through her pioneering work in skincare, community empowerment, and entrepreneurship across Africa and beyond.

Career Highlights

📌 Pioneered Tropical Skincare Science for Melanin-Rich Skin
Conducted over 50,000 skin analyses across Africa, developing personalized solutions for melanin-rich skin using cutting-edge nanotechnology.

📌 Founder of the Beauty Health Foundation (BHF)
Established Cameroon’s first research laboratory and training center dedicated to tropical skincare innovation and professional aesthetics.

📌 Introduced Medical Aesthetics to Cameroon’s Healthcare System
In 2013, officially institutionalized medical aesthetics as a professional field, revolutionizing dermatological care and skincare standards within Cameroon.

📌 CEO and Founder of MYXCAPE LLC
Leads a globally expanding brand XCAPE by Edith Delight, focused on effective, inclusive skincare for Black and brown skin.

📌 Founder of Tropics Derma Research and Training Institute (TDRTI)
Leads an internationally recognized institute focused on personalized skincare research, innovation, and capacity building in Africa.

📌 Tackling Skin Bleaching in Nigeria Through Policy and Research
Partnered with Nigeria’s Ministry of Science & Technology to combat the skin bleaching epidemic.

📌 Collaborated with UNESCO to Institutionalize Tropical Skincare Education
Trained thousands of African youth in advanced skincare, research, and entrepreneurship, contributing to long-term continental capacity development.

📌 Founder of Ladies in the Boardroom
Launched a women’s empowerment initiative in partnership with the British government to mentor and train emerging female entrepreneurs.

📌 Award-Winning Community Leader & Advocate
Known affectionately as Captain Delight, she has received two Lifetime Presidential Achievement Awards, a Ministerial Award for Innovation, and multiple continental recognitions for entrepreneurship and social impact.

📌 Led the “Don’t Do Drugs” Campaign for Youth Rehabilitation
Through powerful grassroots outreach, mentorship, and vocational training, this campaign has supported thousands affected by civil unrest and drug abuse in conflict zones.