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Posts by Annette Hanson

Diversified Talents

Written by Annette Hanson Diversified Talents
Aestheticians are state-licensed health and wellness professionals that can perform cosmetic procedures on the epidermis, the outer layer of skin. This career could mean working in high-end spas, doctors’ offices or medical spas,... Read More →
Published in Business

Do Self-Tanners Provide Sun Protection?

Written by Annette Hanson Do Self-Tanners Provide Sun Protection?
Excessive, unprotected sun exposure is damaging to skin. It puts clients at risk for sunburn and ages them prematurely. Those are facts. Worst case scenario, it can cause skin cancer.... Read More →
Published in Fact or Fiction

Financial Fate: How to Successfully Manage a Spa

Written by Annette Hanson Financial Fate: How to Successfully Manage a Spa
Thinking of opening a spa? Owning a spa has the potential to generate profit and grow into a multimillion-dollar franchise. However, it is going to take a lot more than... Read More →
Published in Summit Exclusive Articles

Photosensitivity Facets: The Science of the Skin’s Reactions to the Sun

Written by Annette Hanson Photosensitivity Facets: The Science of the Skin’s Reactions to the Sun
Aestheticians warn clients about the dangers and negative effects of prolonged sun exposure, encouraging the use of sunscreen daily, wide brimmed hats, and sunglasses whenever they are outdoors for a long period of time, especially during peak... Read More →
Published in Skin Care

Skin Diet: Trends & Practical Tips for Eating Well

Written by Annette Hanson Skin Diet: Trends & Practical Tips for Eating Well
You always hear about the mind and body connection. But, what about the skin and gut connection?If an individual constantly eats a diet lacking in nutrients, they will suffer the consequences of inflammation.Skin is a person’s largest organ. It is made up of... Read More →
Published in Skin Care

Semi-Permanent Smoothness: A Quick Guide to Laser Hair Removal Treatments

Written by Annette Hanson Semi-Permanent Smoothness: A Quick Guide to Laser Hair Removal Treatments
Unwanted facial and body hair growth can be problematic for both men and women alike. Sometimes excessive hairiness can be genetic or caused by a hormonal imbalance, such as hirsutism... Read More →
Published in Hair Removal

Laser Skin Rejuvenation

Written by Annette Hanson Laser Skin Rejuvenation
If you did not nurture your skin in your 20s, your sins of the past and bad habits will show up in your 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond. It is... Read More →
Published in Skin Care

Beauty Through the Ages

Written by Annette Hanson Beauty Through the Ages
Beauty rituals have existed for thousands of years around the world. And, throughout history, the ideal beauty look has changed drastically. From the Ancient Greeks, Romans, Egyptians, and Geishas in... Read More →
Published in Beauty

Get Your Beauty Sleep

Written by Annette Hanson Get Your Beauty Sleep
Yes, you really do need your beauty sleep. This isn’t just a silly catch-phrase. Lack of sleep takes a toll on the skin’s health and physical appearance. Skin gets stressed... Read More →
Published in Wellness

“All-Natural” Anti-Aging Products: Can They Be Trusted?

Written by Annette Hanson “All-Natural” Anti-Aging Products: Can They Be Trusted?
We’re conscious about what we put in our bodies. We’re conscious about the environment. We want to know that the food we eat is being produced in a sustainable and... Read More →
Published in Skin Care
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