Maintaining optimum safety standards when running a spa is the most important duty a spa owner and manager must fulfill. Adhering to state and federal regulations is required by law and anything less can result in criminal violation. It is also good business. Clients deserve the very best and that means a clean and safe environment. The benefits of following regulations are not only for owners and managers. Everyone on staff should be on board when it comes to following safety procedures. Spa safety is not just for the safety of the clients. State and federal regulations are also in place for the safety of the workers. For worker safety regulations, The United States Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) website is a good place to start (osha.gov/law-regs). It can seem daunting to know the differences between state and federal regulations. Professionals should check with their state cosmetology board for the most up-to-date information on proper cleansing and disinfection of their establishment. In addition, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires proper cleaning and sterilization procedures and disposal of materials (epa.gov). Read More

An employer often wants to hire someone that is an asset to their organization, someone that they can trust and will stay with them for the long-run. However, things are not like they used to be. Back in the day, an employee would be hired and could often be counted on to stay in their ... Read More

When it comes to healthy skin, the impact of various foods on the skin is not always considered. The skin is the largest organ of the human body – it protects from harmful chemicals and elements and regulates body temperature. Yet, choosing foods that lack nutrients and vitamins can cause damage to the skin. A ... Read More

DO: Make goals and plans to achieve them. The end of the year is the perfect time to assess and adjust efforts to retain current clients, gain new clients, increase retail, and increase service sales. Read More

Eyelash extensions have proven to be a service that is here to say. The results are instant and can shave 10 years off a client’s face. It is a popular service, but very hard to find a great stylist. This is because the industry is in its infancy.   Depending on the state, eyelash extensions ... Read More

Makeup foundation formulas indicate the coverage level when applied to the skin (from heavy to sheer). This can be described as: camouflage, cake, cream, greasepaint, mousse, airbrush, mineral, powder, liquid, BB/CC cream, or tinted moisturizer.   Different foundation formulas provide different finishes, including matte, satin, and dewy.   Each makeup brand formulates their skin tone ... Read More

Toxicity is the primary reason skin looks unhealthy and is the largest cause of aging. While it is true that extensive sun exposure damages and ages the skin, it is a toxic body that fails to repair this damage. The challenge in appreciating the importance of this is that 99.9 percent of individuals are toxic. ... Read More

New Year’s Eve is the perfect time to take eye makeup to a whole new level. Whether clients are going out for a night on the town or hosting a small gathering with friends, professionals can help them put their most glamorous face forward. From a dramatic smoky eye to a bold wing eyeliner, these ... Read More

The environment has a tremendous effect on the body. There is an army of floating compounds, along with electromagnetic frequencies, and ultraviolet radiation, that cause damage and premature aging to the skin. Environmental pollutants are a health and skin hazard and a primary cause of free radical or reactive oxygen species damage (ROS). ROS causes ... Read More

Over 170 million Americans consume vitamin supplements regularly, with 17 percent focused on beauty and the skin. But, how effective are supplements, who can recommend them to the public, and to what extent?   Bioavailabilty is the complex transportation system of delivering nutrients throughout the body and is dependent on availability, retention, absorption, and utilization ... Read More