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Most people find themselves wishing they had more hours in the day. Even though everyone gets the same 86,400 seconds per day, it seems that some people get more done in that time than others. The secret, while simple, is not easy – it is in the way one utilizes their time. Effective time management ... Read More
- Published in 2022 Monthly Columns
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Is there anything more relaxing than summers at the spa? Working late into the night, sunsets peering beautifully into the treatment room, drenching the space in lovely golden light. It is incredibly peaceful and presents the perfect opportunity for an impromptu photoshoot. After all, when was the last time you posted a genuine photo of ... Read More
- Published in 2022 Monthly Columns
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Having a line for sensitive or sensitized skin in the treatment room and on the retail shelf is imperative to the success of treatments and client satisfaction. Not only can an additional sensitive line help entice those clients with sensitive skin by bringing in new clientele, it can also enhance and supplement some of the ... Read More
- Published in Skin Care
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Allergies are frequently referenced and occasionally misunderstood. Considering the differences between skin that is sensitized and an allergic condition is critical for successful treatments and client education both in and out of the treatment room. Considering allergies and the condition of skin is an important aspect of determining appropriate professional treatments, including whether they should ... Read More
- Published in Skin Care
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For the first time, clients will be able to have their eyebrows and lashes tinted in the salon with the new FDA Compliant INTENSE BROW[N]S by RefectoCil®. Finally, after years of working diligently with the FDA to develop a salon-safe product, RefectoCil® is proud to launch its newest patented product for brow and lash tinting, ... Read More
- Published in In The News
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With an aggressive skin treatment, a controlled injury is intentionally inflicted to a client’s skin. The barrier function has been compromised and the immune system has been tasked. The client’s skin is vulnerable to prolonged erythema, unwanted edema, and risk of dermatitis or even fungal or bacterial infection. Aggressive skin care treatments could include any ... Read More
- Published in Skin Care
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Laser Guided: The Science & Application of Cosmetic Lasers Aesthetic lasers continue to be the latest technology in cosmetic medicine worldwide. This webinar will discuss laser physics as well as the biological processes of light therapy within the body and includes discussion on types of lasers and their applications in dermatology. Discover various laser applications ... Read More
- Published in Webinars
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I love the month of December. It is full of laughter, love, family, friends, and reflection. It is the finale of the year, and the opportunity to embrace the events of the last twelve months in order to boldly steer into a brand-new beginning. But the best part of December is the announcement of the ... Read More
- Published in AIA Welcome Letter
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As an educator and practitioner, the moment I hear skin conditions, I immediately get goosebumps. Not only does it top the list of my favorite subjects, it is also one of the most open-ended, ever-changing topics in the skin care field, which is what makes it so darn exciting. I could take up this entire ... Read More
- Published in AIA Welcome Letter
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I know you all know that skin is the largest organ of the human body. You have studied it for hundreds of hours, analyze it every day, and spend your career focusing on making it healthier and more youthful. What is interesting about this is the fact that for most of skin care professionals, and ... Read More
- Published in AIA Welcome Letter
