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Avoiding Complications With Chemical Peels

Written by Lydia Sarfati

Winter can be a time for skin renewal, especially if you have clients who tend to spend a lot of their summer in the sun. While skin exfoliation is a naturally-occurring process, most skin types can stand some help. Our skin naturally sheds every 28 days, but with age, this process slows, causing dull and tired-looking skin. The regular use of exfoliants dissolves dead, flaky…

Published in Client Care

Technology and Your Business

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Many aestheticians recall a time when the options available for improving the appearance of their client’s skin were relatively few as compared to the wide variety of effective products and technologies that exist today. As is the case with most industries, technological advancements have created a wide array of new possibilities. Of course, options vary from state to state depending upon regulations regarding scope of…

Published in Business

Saving Money in Your Spa

Written by Mara Shorr

Word on the street is that most spa owners love the concept of owning a spa. They love the thought of happy clients, the relaxation it brings to the lives of their clientele, and the youthful glow that comes from each new treatment brought to market.But it is no secret that most spa owners watch dollars fall out of their bank accounts at a rate…

Published in Business

The Case Against Private Label

Written by Catherine Atzen, MBA

Opinions differ about private label skin care products sold in spas and medical spas. We will explore clients’ expectations and how aestheticians earn their trust through product recommendations. We will identify why selling private label skin care is different from selling private label in categories other than personal care. Then, we will assess if private label personal care products may pose a risk to a…

Published in Business

Washington Master Aesthetics License

Written by Jeremy Lawrence

Licensed aestheticians in Washington State have until January 15, 2015 to apply for the master aesthetician endorsement. This clause allows practicing aestheticians to increase their scope of practice. If no action has been made by January 15, 2015, aestheticians will be required to go back to school for additional training. You qualify if you:

Published in Continued Education