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The first ever Nature’s Stones education conference will be held on November 10th through 12th, 2012 at the Holiday Inn in Ft. Washington, Pa. A total of nine classes will be offered and participants will be able to accumulate all 24 Continuing Educations hours needed for Pennsylvania Massage Therapy License renewal. This is the second ... Read More
- Published in Education
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The 11th annual Professional Hair Removal Conference will be held in Dallas, Texas May 4th through 6th, 2013. The schedule includes two days of lectures held on Saturday and Sunday as well as a day to enjoy the International Congress of Esthetics & Spa Dallas tradeshow floor on Monday. Earn continuing education units and network ... Read More
- Published in Education
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With the vast array of high-tech ingredients and the plethora of skin care brands from which to select, it is easy to be overwhelmed by all the choices. Lately skin care formulations are looking more like a supermarket or health food store. The spa market has clearly embraced formulations that are based upon food ingredients or nutraceuticals. Alongside all of these products remain the AHAs that have revolutionized the aesthetic industry in terms of the treatments and results they can offer. Recent advances in molecular biology have led to a better understanding of how the cells work and the development of skin care that contains topical ingredients such as peptides, stem cells and growth factors. Read More
- Published in Aging
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Lyn Ross is a Licensed Master Esthetics Instructor accredited through the Georgia Board of Cosmetology with over 30 years of experience in the field of professional aesthetics. Institut’ DERMed Clinical Skin Care encompasses a 3,000 square foot medical spa, “College of Advanced Aesthetics,” an extensive line of natural cosmeceutical skin care products and mineral-based cosmetic line. A true medical spa pioneer, Lyn has written numerous articles, co-authored text books and appeared on radio and television shows highlighting professional aesthetics. She is dedicated to sharing her passion, knowledge, and years of in-clinic aesthetic experience. Lyn provides skin care professionals with clinical and medical treatment protocols, products, and the education that guarantees client results and spa business success. Read More
- Published in Main Stage
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ZO Skin Health, Inc. is pleased to announce that Zein E. Obagi, M.D. is the Director of the 24th Ultimate Skin Health Symposium, a three-day breakthrough skin rejuvenation program taking place at the Montage Hotel, Beverly Hills, Calif. from November 9 to 11, 2012. The Symposium will attract dermatologists, cosmetic surgeons and skin care professionals ... Read More
- Published in In The News
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Diabetes is a lifelong (chronic) disease that results in high levels of sugar in the blood. Diabetes or "diabetes mellitus" refers to a group of diseases that affect how the body uses blood glucose, commonly called blood sugar. Glucose is the main source of energy for the cells that make up muscles and tissues, including brain cells, and is therefore vital to health. Insulin is the hormone that regulates glucose levels in the body, and inadequate amounts of insulin result in diabetes. Aestheticians should be alert to the special needs of diabetic clients. As diabetes affects all parts of the body including the skin and nails, aestheticians should be aware of what diabetes is and how to inform the client about possible complications and precautions of the desired procedure. Read More
- Published in Nutrition
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Jennifer Linder, M.D. is a board-certified dermatologist and a fellowship-trained Mohs micrographic skin surgeon, serving as Chief Scientific Officer for PCA skin®, guiding all product development and clinical trials for the company. She is one of the foremost U.S. experts in the use of the cosmetic filler, Sculptra®, and is also on medical advisory boards for Botox® and Juvéderm®. She holds a clinical faculty position in the Department of Dermatology at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Linder has also written chapters on chemical peels and cosmeceuticals in medical textbooks, authoring multiple articles for industry journals annually. Read More
- Published in Main Stage
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As consumer demand for a flawless, porcelain-looking appearance continues to rise, offering skin lightening and brightening services as part of your spa menu has become more important than ever. Furthermore, as discoloration ranks high on the list of skin concerns, it is not only unsightly, but it inevitably contributes to premature aging and requires targeted care to ensure it is effectively addressed. Commonly referred to as hyperpigmentation, these discolorations are often darkly pigmented spots that appear over previously clear areas of the skin. Because hyperpigmentation can be caused by multiple factors, effective treatment and long-term control become real challenges for clients and their skin care professionals. Read More
- Published in Treatments
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Michelle D'Allaird-Brenner has been in the beauty business since 1988; as a licensed cosmetologist, aesthetician and CIDESCO diplomat she has pooled all of her knowledge and expertise into education and raising the bar for professional aestheticians around the world. Michelle is the owner of Aesthetic Science Institute, a NYS licensed aesthetics school in Latham, N.Y. She is a regular contributing author for DERMASCOPE and Les Nouvelles Esthetique & Spa magazines, a speaker and host for aesthetics conferences across the U.S. and has co-authored two major industry textbooks. Michelle is a consultant for an International cosmetic company having provided education in over 18 countries around the world. Read More
- Published in Main Stage
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Do you know what is more difficult than getting sunscreen on that hard to reach spot in the middle of your back? It is knowing and understanding the vast array of information on professional quality sunscreens from SPF to UVA, including all of the new labeling rules and skin cancer facts. Just like applying sunscreen takes a helping hand, so does learning some sun care basics. Here are some essential facts about sun protection to help educate your skin care clients and select the best sunscreen brands for your spa, medical spa or skin care center. Read More
- Published in Sun Care
