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Judith Sans- A Legend in Aesthetics “Beauty is only skin deep”, goes the old saying. But, for Judith Sans, founder and president of Judith Sans International, that beauty starts from within. “Saving face” is her business, and it thrives on preparation made with ordinary frits and vegetables. Judith often jokes about her childhoods surrounded by … Read more
Joel Gerson- A Legend in Aesthetics When Joel Gerson graduated from high school in Detroit, he had no idea what he wanted to do as a career. He drove a truck for about a year delivering building supplies to housing projects. Then, after serving two years in the army, he returned home still not knowing … Read more
Jerry Weitzel- A Legend in Aesthetics “President Carter looked at me and said, ‘Please keep the makeup light, I don’t want the press to think I am totally unscathed,’” This is but one of the many interesting, anecdotal incidents that have occurred over the past 22 years in Jerry Weitzel’s fascinating and colorful career. Weitzel … Read more
Hans Koste- A Legend in Aesthetics American aesthetics owes a great deal to the work of the legendary Hans Koste, who provided the fledging industry with….. The Tools of Teaching Just as the growth of this nation occurred as a result of the explorations and daring initiatives of early European settlers, the American skin care … Read more
Grace Doran Francis- A Legend in Aesthetics Grace Doran Francis changes the face of beauty care and education with her progressive skin care and make-up techniques. Her trophies and awards attest to her immeasurable talent and sincere dedication within the esthetics field. She is a multi-talented hair and skin care specialist who was by far … Read more
Geneva Wyatt- A Legend in Aesthetics Geneva Wyatt is a charter member of EstheticsAmerica of NCA and a 25-year member of Hair America of NCA. Geneva’s Beauty College has been a leading training institute for hair, skin, and nails for twenty years. As a cosmetologist, aesthetician, businesswoman, and educator, Geneva has enjoyed 51 years in … Read more
Eve Gardiner- A Legend in Aesthetics Max Factor has always pioneered the way in cosmetics and skin care from the days when it was the “House of Hollywood” in the 30’s and 40’s. Today, although no longer strongly associated with the silver screen, Max Factor is still very much to the fore in terms of … Read more
Eva Friederichs- A Legend in Aesthetics Say the words “American Esthetics” and watch Eva’s eyes light up. As one of the pioneers of esthetic training and services in the United States, she remembers how far we’ve come in a little more than 20 years. But she continues to dream of where esthetics will be in … Read more
Erica Miller- A Legend in Aesthetics It is with deep gratitude and respect that we are able to share with you the story of Erica Miller and her growth and contributions in the world of esthetics. Many of you will be able to relate to some of the times and events we describe, because you … Read more
Elizabeth Grady- A Legend in Aesthetics While Americans have become more beauty, health and fitness conscious in the last 20 years, it is only recently that they have begun to recognize the need for skin care that goes beyond soap and water or drug store remedies. This growing concern and appreciation of professional skin health … Read more