Chemical Resurfacing and Ethnic Skin Part 2: Skin Classification

Written by Linda Gulla
Chemical Resurfacing and Ethnic Skin Part 2: Skin Classification
When treating skin of color with chemical exfoliation, it is necessary to consider racial background and ethnicity, as well. Ethnicities such as African, Asian, Eastern Indian, Hispanic, Middle Eastern, and Native American are prone to increased melanocyte activity during the inflammatory process. When determining risk factors to chemical peels, charts such as the Fitzpatrick Skin Phototype Chart, Lancer Ethnicity Scale, and Genetico-Racial Skin Classification can…
Published in Intro to Chemical Peels

5 Tips to Make Your Retail Area Fun and Interactive

Written by Barry Eichner and Jenni Nagle
5 Tips to Make Your Retail Area Fun and Interactive
Have you been to one of those newly remodeled Targets lately? Gone are the days of the aisle after aisle of products. Target’s got different types of tables with inviting displays. There are adorable little nesting tables with products in miniature setups so customers can just play. When you have clients in your business, it is rare that they know what products they need or…
Published in Let's Talk Shop

Retail I.Q.: 5 Easy Ways to Boost Sales Performance

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Retail I.Q.: 5 Easy Ways to Boost Sales Performance
If asked, most aestheticians will say that retail product sales is not one of their strongest skills. That makes sense, as skin care professionals are generally more attracted to the work of service, with its caring and helping qualities, than selling things. But, passing up product promotions not only limits one’s income, it also leaves valuable clients open to the lures and suggestions of beauty…
Published in Spa Boss

Riding the Trend Waves: Being in the Know While Staying Within Scope of Practice

Written by Denise Gaston, L.E., CIDESCO Diplomate
Riding the Trend Waves: Being in the Know While Staying Within Scope of Practice
Are you super excited to learn the hottest trends in the industry, just itching to try it all? You are in good company, believe me. It can seem overwhelming to try and keep up with all that is new, exciting, hot off the press, and trending. The key is to become informed. Start by reading industry trade magazines, such as DERMASCOPE, and attending tradeshows –…
Published in Beginner's Guide

Best Spa Boss: 7 Golden Rules for Cultivating a Happy Team

Written by Mara Shorr, BS, CAC II-XIV and Jay A. Shorr, BA, CAC I-XIV
Best Spa Boss: 7 Golden Rules for Cultivating a Happy Team
When hiring your team, it’s easy to think that the sparkling personality you hired is the same person that’s going to show up for work day in and day out. But, as any manager can tell you, that isn’t always the case. Roadblocks show up along the way, as do bad days and bad attitudes. But, we are here to give you some top tips…
Published in Top Notch Spa
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