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Cold Sores Versus School Sores: What is the Difference?

Written by Brenda Linday

Today, in most areas of the country, individuals are required to wear face masks to minimize exposure and the spread of COVID-19. The practitioner may not be aware that their client has either of these two skin infections until the face mask is removed. Both herpes simplex and impetigo fall under the skin infection category. Both can look similar with blister-like appearances; however, herpes is…

Published in Skin ID

Governing Guidelines: The Agencies That Keep Spas Safe

Written by Birttany Facio

Being a spa or aesthetics practitioner is an inherently intimate career choice and one that bears intrinsic responsibility. Skin care professionals see clients sometimes at their most vulnerable and are entrusted to maintain client safety while at the spa. This is even more apparent due to COVID-19. The agencies that are responsible for creating guidelines within the industry help practitioners assume this responsibility with pride.…

Published in Spic and Span Spa

LED Light Therapy and Hyperpigmentation

Written by Pam Cushing

There is a vast array of mythology surrounding LED light therapy – most of it created by clever marketing directors of light therapy manufactures. This leads to a lot of confusion in the skin care community and the same questions being asked over and over. Two related questions routinely asked are, “Does the heat from LED devices cause hyperpigmentation” and “Does green light effectively treat…

Published in The LED Playbook

Treating Asian Skin

Written by Mary Nielsen

A skin care professional’s expertise in treating Asian skin will set them apart from average practitioner. Asian skin has unique characteristics that should be considered during a consultation. We will discuss the anatomy of Asian skin, common disorders, treatment considerations, and homecare options below. Asian skin is more sensitive to environmental factors. Its pH is easily disrupted which can lead to barrier function issues. Generally,…

Published in Encompassing Ethnicity

The Purpose of Meditation

Written by Becky Kuehn

Meditation is a form of self-care that teaches you to quiet your mind and be still. Sounds good and easy, right? Well, it has been around for a very long time, known as an ancient practice, because it takes practice to be able to sit without thoughts. You can find details and information in written documents, stories, and drawings on cave walls. So, what is…

Published in Esthi TLC