2024 Monthly Columns
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Improving your waxing services is a great way to increase sales and boost overall business. Waxing is a popular service that builds loyal clients and supports sales growth through add-ons and retail products. Always looking for ways to improve your business will allow you to grow while also building support among your loyal clients. Here...
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As the year draws to a close, it’s natural skin professionals to reflect on the past twelve months. What is occupying our minds right now? Likely, it’s gratitude to our clients for their continued loyalty and of course, strategizing ways to attract new business in the year ahead. But let’s not forget that new business...
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Hormonal changes can result in the development of skin conditions or differences in appearance. This is especially evident when it comes to pregnancy. Pregnant women are prone to a wide range of dermatological problems apart from specific dermatoses of pregnancy. These physiologic skin changes usually do not impair the health of the mother or the...
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Do-it-yourself at-home spa treatments have risen in popularity, driven by consumer convenience, affordability, and the availability of user-friendly kits. Home waxing has become lucrative for consumers as more of these options, including waxes that offer various benefits for sensitive skin or thick, coarse hair, have become available. Additionally, social media platforms have increased the library...
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What do glazed donuts, weed, and vampires have in common? Aside from their common ground in modern skin care vernacular, absolutely nothing. However, if you find another similarity, let me know. Let’s connect the dots – as a coworker of mine said recently to a client in our retail area regarding a facial oil, “The...
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In the diverse world of aesthetics, understanding the unique needs of melanin-rich skin isn’t just an option – it is a necessity. Melanin is the pigment that gives skin its rich color, and it also plays a crucial role in how skin reacts to treatments, trauma, and even time. For skin care professionals, knowing when...
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It is no secret that vitamin C has numerous benefits and is a vital ingredient for skin health; however, with the constant stream of information we receive regarding skin care formulas, ingredients, and products, it’s time we revisit the virtues of this potent antioxidant and discuss its most effective forms.
A VITAL VITAMIN
Vitamin C, also known...
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Hard as it may be to believe, many myths still persist when it comes to melanin-rich skin, mainly due to widespread misunderstandings. Both clients and skin care professionals can fall prey to these misconceptions. Our mission is to dispel these myths and provide accurate, culturally sensitive skin care advice.
COMMON MYTHS AMONG SKIN PROFESSIONALS
Before we tackle...
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Work culture, or organizational culture, refers to the shared values, behaviors, beliefs and practices that characterize an organization. Work culture sets the tone for how work is done and shapes the overall employee experiences at the workplace. A positive workplace culture can greatly impact the success of the business as it can attract talent, create...
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Clogged pores, congestion, and comedones, oh my! While these terms are often used interchangeably, these symptoms involve much more than an occasional breakout. These skin conditions need professional solutions to resolve textural inconsistencies, remove impurities, and restore a healthy, vibrant appearance.
ROOT CAUSE
Clogged pores are normally a result of the buildup of skin cells, oil, and...
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