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How do I choose the right sunscreen? What is SPF? Which sunscreen is safe for my children? Should I use a waterproof sunscreen? Many people, including skin care professionals, have questions about sun care products. There is a vast array of sunscreen products on the market and plenty of conflicting information regarding their effectiveness, toxicity, and proper mode of application. It is important for professionals to thoroughly understand the topic of sunscreen in order to best advise their clients on proper sun care methods. Read More
- Published in Sun Care
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Many clients tend to over-exfoliate their skin in hopes of sloughing off dead cells and achieving a fresh and renewed complexion. This belief is a misconception; the skin is a very efficient organ and does not require daily exfoliation. Exfoliating daily can strip the skin of its natural oils, which may cause breakouts. Read More
- Published in Fact or Fiction
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As the first person clients communicate with, on the phone and upon entering the spa, a spa receptionist needs to make a lasting first impression. A great receptionist is on the front lines and has a professional appearance and attitude. The first thing to look for in a qualified spa receptionist is a tidy, put-together appearance. The spa is a place of beauty, health, and tranquility, so having a receptionist with chipped nails, or messy hair will create disharmony in the overall image of the business. By no means do the employees have to look like supermodels, but excellent hygiene is a must. Read More
- Published in What's Your Recipe
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Collagen infusion therapy is the perfect treatment for aging skin. Freeze-dried collagen masks enhance moisture levels, hydrate, improve functions of skin capillaries, recover loss of firmness and elasticity, even color tone, and oxygenate and stimulate natural skin collagen production. Read More
- Published in Aging
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When treating the acneic client, successful results come from a combination of a consistent homecare routine and professional treatments that are tailored to their acneic problems. One of the most important things to remember when treating clients that suffer from acne is that cross-contamination must be eliminated. Read More
- Published in Acne
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The cold and windy wintertime is ahead of us and that can mean dry, flaky, and irritated skin. The majority of clients who wish to hydrate their skin are not sure how and when to use a serum as opposed to a cream; the overwhelming amount of moisturizers on the market can cause much confusion. With the correct professional treatments and targeted homecare, winter skin can be glowing, moisturized, and healthy! Read More
- Published in Skin Care
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As skin care professionals, we know the importance of skin exfoliation for healthy cell turnover, a refreshed and clear complexion, and better product absorption, but what about the methods of exfoliation? No one way of exfoliation is perfect for all skin types, but there are many possible alternatives that make it easy to find a method for every client! To make things as simple as possible – there are two types of exfoliators – physical and chemical. Read More
- Published in Resources
