Dr. Michael Nealeigh- A Legend in Aesthetics Raised in a family of nine cosmetologists, including his father, stepmother and twin sister one would think that his future and career were pretty much decided. But following high school graduation in 1960, he planned a career in the theater and trained at famed Pasadena Playhouse in … Read more

Diane Young – One Success After Another Coming from a family of teachers, Diane Young always believed her future would involve teaching. However, as a teenager growing up in San Antonio, Texas, she became known as the “beauty expert” in her neighborhood. She was often asked by friends and neighbors to do their hair and … Read more

Denise Miller- A Legend in Aesthetics Denis Miller interview: “I have been asked to give a brief biography of my life by DERMASCOPE MAGAZINE; it seems I have been declared a legend in our industry. What constitutes a Legend? Endurance, talent, timing, all of this, however, I believe it takes more than this. I think … Read more

Christine Valmy-A Legend in Aesthetics Christine Valmy has dedicated her life to youth and the ultimate in skin care. She is the originator of the skin care industry in this country, a fact which led the 92nd Congress of the United States to award her a citation for fostering skin care as a profession in … Read more

Catherine Hinds- A Legend in Aesthetics If there is such a thing as destiny, then surely it has shaped the work of Catherine Hinds, names 1989 Women of the Year by New England Women Business Owners. Hinds’ three-decade career has included founding a chain of salons in Boston and New York, establishing the Catherine Hinds … Read more

Carole Walderman- A Legend in Aesthetics I can’t think when I’ve been more excited about writing a story than having the opportunity to write Carole Walderman’s story… A true Legend in Aesthetics!… and a true legend in humanity! I still clearly remember the first day I met Carole over ten years ago. Carole is one … Read more

Carmen Delgado- Paving the Way for Others with a Legendary Career Carman Delgado, who has been instrumental in bringing the science of aesthetics to the forefront of the beauty industry, embraces her profession with a vigorous passion and commitment. As one of the industry’s true pioneers, Delgado epitomizes the spirit of a rewarding, yet demanding, … Read more

Yvonne Berg- Learning with a Legend Minnesota Cosmetologist of the Year, Yvonne Berg, credits education as the key to her success. When you are talking about a “Legend,” where should the recap begin? When it is Yvonne Berg, of Minneapolis, it begins with a sense of gratitude. “My mother started it all,” she says, “and … Read more

Serena Khambatta- Teaching the Concept of Beauty Her father’s family was Jewish refugees from Iraq; her mother’s family originated in Singapore. But it was no accident that Serena Khambatta was born in India. After all, India is the land of legendary beauties, and Serena Khambatta certainly fits that description. Even as a girl, Serena David … Read more

Robert Oppenheim- A Legend in Aesthetics Robert Oppenheim is Chairman of Clairol’s Professional Products Division. Has He ever had anything to do with skin care? Lots. The story goes back to Bob starting his career in the salon industry at the Clairol Company. Later he was asked by Revlon to take over their hair color … Read more