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A Journey into Skin Care: Columbia Probiotics’ Steven Rosenfeld

Skin Care|24 February 2020

MY EARLY YEARS As the son of the international opera star Rosina DeStefano, it was no wonder that I have had a lifelong passion for music. Also, at a very young age, I was exposed to a considerable amount of…

The Power of Payment Technology

Business|21 February 2020

With warmer weather headed our way, you’ll be inundated with appointments and clients looking to get ready for prom, spring break, or just for fun. Not to mention, selling loads of gift cards, products, and memberships to keep those clients…

Prepare for Spring Showers of Cash

Business|21 February 2020

As the poet Thomas Tusser observed in 1557, “Sweet April showers do spring May flowers.” As the owner of a medical spa practice, taking the time now to prepare for spring will help you generate spring showers of cash for…

Top Tips to Become a Better Leader in Your Spa

Business|21 February 2020

Working with aesthetic medical practices and medical spas across the country, one of the truest common denominators for areas of improvement is that of human resources. After all, your team can make or break the success of your business. At…

Laser Treatments and Skin of Color

Skin Care|21 February 2020

Laser-based treatments can be some of the most transformative treatments for a client, but also some of the riskiest, as improper application can result in blistering, delayed healing, infection, and even scarring. If your scope of practice includes light-energy devices,…

Body Language to Ace a Job Interview

Business|21 February 2020

Congratulations! You worked hard on your resume, and now the job of your dreams is just on the other side of this interview. You are confident in your skills, and you know you will be a great fit for this…

How to Choose a Social Media Platform to Best Tell Your Story

Business|21 February 2020

At the end of 2019, there were 3.48 billion social media users. That worldwide total grew 9% from 2018 to 2019.1 If your spa, skin care, or wellness business is not being social, those statistics prove social media marketing must…

Psorasis

Skin Care|21 February 2020

Psoriasis comes from the Greek term “psora,” which means itch. This common skin condition speeds up the cellular turnover cycle causing a rapid buildup on the skin’s surface, forming scales and itchy, red patches that are sometimes painful. Psoriasis is…

Self-Care and the Burnout Connection

Wellness|20 February 2020

Is there a connection between lack of self-care and potential burnout? Let me set the stage and see if you can identify with any part of this scenario. You set the alarm, but after tossing and turning most of the…

Best Sanitation Practices Between Services

Business|20 February 2020

The moment a guest walks into your treatment room, it should be clean in such a way that they should feel as if they are the first person to be treated in your space. A great way to ensure this…

LED for Pigmentation – Yes or No?

Skin Care|20 February 2020

We all know fashions come and go, but the one trend that hasn’t changed for decades is the desire for a bronzed and healthy skin. This trend, popularized in the 1920s by fashion icon Coco Chanel, was viewed as the…

Online Giveaways

Business|20 February 2020

In this increasingly digital environment, you’ll be hard pressed to find a business that does not list social media growth as an annual goal year after year. Businesses have realized the necessity of cultivating a large and engaged social media…

Integrating Accounting for Better Service

Business|20 February 2020

Running a spa means working at the intersection of business and human experience. A spa owner’s prerogative is to create a relaxing atmosphere for clients, but that goes beyond just providing the right services. Financial management plays a critical role…

Day-to-Day Operations of Running A Spa

Business|20 February 2020

While the day-to-day running of a spa may seem straightforward, several key elements can be incorporated to guarantee a smooth operation, including putting systems in place, staff training, and marketing. Put Systems in Place A fundamental aspect of running a…

Payroll: What to Pay Spa Employees Without Compromising the Company’s Bottom Line

Business|20 February 2020

With more and more aesthetic practitioners around the country desiring to work independently and ultimately open their own operation in 2020 and beyond, the desire for more in-depth administrative knowledge is paramount for small business owners. Whether working independently as…