In electrolysis, each professional has her own working habits, her own personal touch. These differences, from one electrologist to another, are sometimes the object of inquiries even intense discussions. On the list of subjects that are the most controversial in electrolysis, is the one about the best interval of time between treatments. How many weeks should go by between each session? Two, three, four, six, or eight weeks? There are many answers from one electrologist to another. At the second rank on the list, is the question about whether or not a temporary method of hair removal should be used between sessions. Some electrologists suggest shaving between treatments; others disapprove completely. Who is right? Which practice is the best? Well, let’s try to find answers to these questions! Read More

With access to so much information, your client is increasingly placing their faith in real science to ward off the inevitable signs of aging. The uninformed aesthetician or skin care professional therefore needs to understand the importance of communicating hard science and not hard sell to their clients. By understanding the science behind ingredient biochemistry, as a professional, you remove the guesswork in not only understanding what treatment is best for your client, but also removing an unknown from the equation of product validity and performance. Products that do not work from the template of skin structure and cell biology communicate science that is nonexistent or, at best, seriously flawed. When reviewing marketing claims or new ingredients, general cell biology and biochemistry allows you to manage the scientific facts. What’s key to note is that cellular processes in skin cells haven’t just suddenly developed new talents. All of these processes in the cell have been going on for millions of years. The biochemistry of the cell should always be the benchmark for ingredient science. Read More

Editor’s Note: Client care is such an immense topic, both in its scope and importance that we felt it demanded the attention of a complete issue. Beyond that we wanted the feature article to be extensive and complete. So we called upon two individuals to write the following piece based on their expertise in specific areas of customer service. We have taken both writers’ submissions and put them together for an overall examination of how to care for your clients from before they even arrive on your property until they return for their next appointment. So, with all that being said, you will sense a bit of difference in the writing styles, but both authors did an excellent job covering the details of their respective sections. Crickett focused on the journey of the senses and details of the client; Jaya’s attention is centered on the knowledge of the aesthetician and how you can offer, and by they way your client’s are seeking, so much more than just a good face massage during the treatment. Read More