Sunscreens: Recent History and on the Horizon of Protection
Written by Diahne Patnode
As the trend of cross-category sun protection continues, sunscreens are now becoming synonymous with anti-aging.
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Bath Therapies
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Hydrotherapy, derived from the Greek words hydro and therapeia, meaning water and healing, is the application of water, either internally or externally, for the treatment of physical or psychological dysfunction.…
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Communication is an everyday occurrence in life. We constantly exchange messages, share data, and stay connected via social media and other rapidly evolving electronic means. We must have strong and…
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Stem Cells: Rising to the Top
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In everyday life our skin has to cope with a lot of wear and tear; it is in the process of constant self-renewal to replace the old with the new.…
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A Year in Review: Lessons From 2014
Written by Irena James
This year has been an exciting one for the skin care industry. Trends, such as multifunctionality, age-defying, barrier-repairing, and hydrating, as well as nature-inspired ingredients that dominated skin care launched…
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Earlier this year, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), released its 17th annual multi-specialty statistical data, indicating a 12 percent overall increase in cosmetic procedures performed in the…
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How Does High Fructose Corn Syrup Affect the Skin?
Written by Rachael Pontillo, L.E., owner of Holistically Haute
Inflammatory conditions such as acne, rosacea, eczema, and psoriasis seem to be more prevalent now than ever. While certain conditions such as acne used to manifest mostly during specific times…
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Common Allergens and Irritants
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One of the most dreaded client complaints is one involving a reaction to product. Potential problems can range from simple rashes to full-blown allergic reactions. Skin reactions to product make…
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When dealing with cancer, risk factors can estimate how high of a risk a person has, but cannot actually predict if someone will develop a certain cancer. Many women and…
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Common thoughts about breast cancer are sometimes old wives tales or myths. Here we dive into the most commonly heard myths about breast cancer. Inform your clients about the truth…
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Preservatives: Why we need them and why we should not have products without them
Written by Irena James
There is nothing that causes more grief and dismay to a cosmetic chemist or a formulator than being told which specific preservative to use or being asked to create a…
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The Many Faces of Silicones
Written by Irena James
Over 50 percent of all new cosmetics introduced globally in the last 10 years contain at least one silicone. Slowly, but surely, silicones are becoming one the most valued ingredient…
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Ingredient Trends to Watch: Energizers, Water-channels and Retinol Alternatives
Written by Irena James
Skin care ingredient trends have behaved much like fashion trends, with each decade giving rise to particular leanings and inclinations. The 1980s saw an obsession with collagen masks and creams.…
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Stem Cell Products in Skin Care: Fact, Fiction, and the Future
Written by George Taylor, M.D.
Human stem cell science is frequently in the news with stories about how these amazing cells hold promise to treat disease, slow aging and even extend life. There are also…
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Ingredients and their Bad Reputations: Wading Through the Fact and the Hype
Written by Ahmed Abdullah, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.I.C.S
Compared to generations before, today’s consumer takes a far more active interest in understanding the ingredients that comprise the products they buy and the manufacturing practices utilized to create them.…
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The Science of Skin: Skin Care from the Inside Out
Written by Tasha Manigo-Bizzell, L.E.
Skin care companies constantly tout various nutrients as the next great thing for skin. But how do these ingredients really benefit the skin both topically and internally? This article focuses…
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Surfactants and Emulsifiers
Written by Irena James
Most chemists openly express their concern over how little time is spent studying surfactants in college given their considerable importance in so many industries, especially the skin care industry. According…
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Peptides: A Fresh Look at these Miracle Molecules
Written by Hyang Joo
One class of ingredients that continues to offer exciting new options to the world of skin care is peptides. Peptides have been perennial favorites due to their gentle, non-irritating qualities…
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Sunscreens: Myths, Controversy and Photo Protection Beyond UV
Written by Irena James
Global sun care is heading toward a record high in sales, totaling approximately $1.3 billion by the end of 2014. We should all feel very proud of ourselves. Our endless…
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Working in an industry that focuses primarily on caring for others may, at times, cause you to neglect your own personal well-being. This may affect the ability to perform at…
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Promoting Wellness for Earth Month
Written by Shelley Lotz, L.F.T., C.S.B.A., author of Green Spas and Salons
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The Physiology of Skin of Color
Written by Christine Heathman, C.M.E., L.M.T.
People with skin of color will soon make up the majority of the United States. This will have a significant impact on the practice of professional skin care. Generally, lighter…
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Employing Antioxidants in Your Skin Care Strategy
Written by Irena James
Over the last couple of decades, antioxidants have risen from humble beginnings to being a part of some of the most sophisticated applications in cellular protection. Well established as the…
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Speaking the Legal Lingo
Written by Irena James
If you have ever sold an anti-aging product or a product for acne-prone skin, chances are that, at some point, you have broken the law. Not because you sold these…
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Beauty From the Inside Out
Written by Deni Dale, electrologist
The aesthetics industry consists of skin care professionals all over the world who use their talents to keep their clients happy, smiling and beautiful. Many of the treatments provided by…
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Enhance the Skin’s Natural Sun Protection
Written by Erin Ferrill, L.E.
As skin care professionals, we are absolutely committed to caring for our clients’ skin in every way possible. This commonly includes recommending that they incorporate sunscreen into their beauty routine…
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Testing Our Ability to Read the Results
Written by Irena James
The good ol’ days provided simpler times when it was enough to tell your client that their product contained hydrating honey, soothing aloe, cooling cucumber, and revitalizing carrot extract. Relying…
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Basic Product Concepts
Written by Irena James
We have come a long way since the first vanishing creams promised to protect the skin from the elements such as chapping winds and sooty breezes. Today’s consumer expectations of…
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10 Things About...Superfoods
Written by Julie Bach, L.E.
Superfoods are the richest and most potent foods containing life-giving and life-supporting nutrients including antioxidants, minerals, amino acids, fiber, phytonutrients and enzymes. Superfoods not only increase the vitality and energy…
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The Power is in Your Hands A Journey to Healing with Massage Therapy
Written by Karen Lay, L.M.T.
In the early 1990s, I was fully immersed in the corporate culture where working under highly stressful conditions was a motivator and considered part of the job. Stress came with…
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Detoxification
Written by Rachael Pontillo, A.A.D.P C.H.C., B.S., L.E.
The spa and wellness industries are at an all-time high since businesses are now able to reach millions of potential clients at little to no cost with social media campaigns.…
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Re-Train Your Brain:
Written by Bruce Baltz
Massage therapists and aestheticians generally choose their profession to help others and to have an opportunity to give back. At times, we forget to take care of ourselves and do…
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I was recently completing an application for an association in which I had been inducted. One of the last questions on the application asked me to list my favorite hobbies…
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Essence: Chamomile
Written by Amanda Strunk Miller
Chamomile is the name given to several species of herbs with fine, feathery leaves and daisy-like flowers. There are two plants most commonly distilled for their essential oils including Roman…
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How often have you been told to take a deep breath? You may have even muttered it to yourself once or twice. Generally, an individual can go months without food…
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Essence: Eucalyptus
Written by Amanda Strunk Miller
Eucalyptus has a smell that we all love and recognize. Whether you have experienced its fresh, uplifting aroma in the steam room or simply used a few drops of eucalyptus…
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Posture plays an influential role in many ways. It is critical to maintaining your health and physical appearance, two factors that can have a dramatic effect on your life.I typically…
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It is an exciting time to be in the skin care industry. Aesthetics technology is finding new techniques and ingredients to improve the skin; the industry itself has grown so…
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Lemon and lemongrass are two fresh, clean and lively oils recommended for use in the spa. Lemon, with its fresh, sharp citrus smell combined with the strong, lemony and more…
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Essence: Peppermint
Written by Amanda Strunk Miller
Peppermint (Mentha piperita) belongs to a genus consisting of some 20 varieties and hybrids, all containing essential oils in their stems and leaves. Native to the Mediterranean and Western Asia,…
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How Hobbies Lead to Happiness at Work and in Life
Written by Rachael Pontillo, owner of Holistically hauteTM, LLC
Aestheticians play a significant role in helping their clients remember the importance of prioritizing self-care. While self-care most certainly refers to relaxing spa treatments and taking time at home for…
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Sleep... and You
Written by The Aesthetic Science Institute
Sleep deficiency can affect your mood, concentration, energy level, memory, coordination, depression and lack of sex drive. When you take each of these factors into consideration and the role that…
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Of all the essential oils used in clinical aromatherapy, lavender is undoubtedly the most versatile, having a wide range of properties from analgesic to antiseptic. The name Lavender, derived from…
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Music to the Mind, Body and Soul
Written by David Young
Life always has its fair share of changes. Over the years, I found that working with affirmations helped me through the rough times and helped me build a new, higher…
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Meditation, Stillness and Tranquil Contemplation The range of human emotions that we experience has never changed, only times and circumstances do. The way we respond to stress, chaos and hectic…
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When I have a training class or seminar on skin conditions, I often start by asking how many people have a stress-free life. I rarely get a hand raised. If…
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Bergamot oil, like those of orange, lemon and grapefruit is obtained from the cold expression of the rind of a citrus fruit. The rather small Bergamot fruits that look like…
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The human body was designed to heal and repair itself through its own immune system. Most of the time, it does an excellent job of doing so without outside help.…
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This month I want to talk about balance. I did say balance, and I did not mean standing on one foot with your other leg out in front of you.…
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Geranium is a bushy perennial shrub belonging to the Pelargonium genus which is very extensive family including over 200 species. Most originate from South Africa but it is Pelargonium graveolens…
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How often have you heard somebody say to stop and smell the roses? Well, how often have you actually done it? And I do not mean the roses on your…
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