Welcome to AIA and DERMASCOPE’s Ask the Experts Forum. We have partnered with leading educators and seasoned business owners to help DERMASCOPE readers and AIA members overcome challenges that they may face during their career. Browse the forum categories below and read existing threads on topics related to skin care, wellness, business, and more. And, submit your own questions for our expert panelists to answer!

 

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Skin Care

Do you have questions about skin conditions, treatment protocols, or ingredients? Our skin care experts can help with that! Check out existing threads and submit your own questions to be answered.

 The Skin Care Experts

     Rebecca Olpin ATE2020     

Acne
Aging
Dry
Fitzpatricks IV-VI
Men's
Organic
Pigmentation & Tone
Rosacea
Scarring
Sensitive
Skin Care Routines/Homecare
Other
LED & Light Therapy
Ingredients
Pregnancy
Exfoliation
Medical

Wellness

Wellness is no longer just diet and exercise. It has taken on a whole new meaning in the aesthetics industry. Connect with wellness experts to see which wellness services might be right for your spa. Check out existing threads and submit your own questions to be answered.

 The Wellness Experts

Ben Johnson ATE2020     Linda Bertaut ATE2020     

Alternative Medicines
Aromatherapy
Chemistry
Meditation
Mind
Oncology
Sleep
Stress
Supplements
Holistic
Nutrition

Beauty

Beauty is where the aesthetics industry started. Learn tips and tricks from the pros that will leave your clients glowing! Check out existing threads and submit your own questions to be answered.

 

 The Beauty Experts

Ellie Malmin ATE2020     Jaclyn Peresetsky ATE2020     

Brows
Hair Care
Lashes
Nail Care
Makeup
Tanning
Other

Hair Removal

Hair removal is a major revenue source in aesthetics. Wax it, sugar it, zap it – we have an expert to help you master the technique! Check out existing threads and submit your own questions to be answered.

 The Hair Removal Experts

Lindsay Miller ATE2020     Lina Kennedy ATE2020     Michelle Brenner ATE2020

Laser
Pre/Post Care
Sugaring
Waxing
Other

Business

In every aesthetician lives an entrepreneur. Connect with our seasoned business owners to gain insight on how to start and grow a successful practice. Check out existing threads and submit your own questions to be answered.

 The Business Experts

Drew Coleman ATE2020     Molly Peters ATE2020     Justin Dotterweich ATE2020

Choosing Products and Equipment
Client Care
Continuing Education
Employee Relations
Financial
General Business Tips
Going Green
Insurance and Legal
Social Media
Marketing
Medical
Motivation and Skills
Networking
Spa Highlights
Spa Improvement
Spa Software
Tradeshows and Events
Retail/Sales
Other
Design

Body Care

From detox and inch-loss wraps to spray tanning, engage with our experts to learn which body treatments your clients will be asking for next. Check out existing threads and submit your own questions to be answered.

 

 The Body Care Experts

Elina Fedotova ATE2020     Lauren Silva ATE2020     

Body Treatments
Cellulite
Contouring
Exfoliation
Hands and Feet
Massage
Reflexology
Other
Sun Care
Medical