The Name Game: Discovering the Difference Between Toners, Astringents, Hydrosols, and More

Written by Rachel Dupree

The difference between toners and astringents, and knowing which ones work best, can be confusing, as there are a myriad of products on the market listed as toners, astringents, mists, hydrosols, floral waters, and, more recently, micellar…

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Sun Care Essentials for Aestheticians

Written by Dr. Craig Kraffert

One-on-one counseling during visits and treatment sessions can help clients avoid sun-related problems. Constructive and supportive messaging with sensitivity to each client’s overall sun and skin situation is essential. Today’s culture is trending towards embracing the natural…

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5 Ways to Exfoliate Skin

Exfoliation is an important process for maintaining healthy skin. Regularly using exfoliants removes dead skin cells from the epidermis. Exfoliation encourages rapid cell renewal, allowing for better product absorption into the skin. There are two major factors…

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Cleansing Lessons

Written by Nicole Flevaris

With so many cleansers on the market making various claims, it can seem hard to navigate and find the right choice for various skin types. Her are a few important lessons that all consumers should have to…

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Cinnamon

Written by Erin Madigan-Fleck, N.M.D.

Cinnamon is perhaps one of the most frequently used spices in the world for its wide appeal, from its us in culinary arts to assisting in the control of high blood pressure. This plant and its counterparts…

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Retinol – Just the Facts

Written by Robert Manzo

In the skin care industry, there is a lot of misinformation circulating about retinol. However, information found in clinical studies, as well as articles in medical and academic journals has debunked some of the sentiments once touted…

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Hyaluronic Acid: Skin Care Superstar

Written by Janel Luu

Most people have probably been hearing more and more about the anti-aging benefits of hyaluronic acid in skin care products. What they might not know, however, is that this essential anti-aging ingredient is already located deep within…

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The Wonders of Pumpkin

Written by Boldijarre Koronczay and Brian Goodwin

When most people think of pumpkins, the first thoughts that typically come to their mind are having a comforting, warm pumpkin spice latte when the chill of fall is beginning to set in or enjoying a delicious…

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Glycerin

Written by Rachael Pontillo, L.E., M.Msc, CIHC, CNAP, BSD

Many people are familiar with glycerin, also spelled glycerine and referred to as glycerol, only as a translucent type of bar soap or base for liquid soap. However, glycerin has a long track record of use in…

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Salicylic Acid

Written by Dasha Saian, L.E

At one point or another, skin care professionals will all use salicylic acid – it is one of the most popular ingredients in anti-acne skin care. Salicylic is the only beta hydroxy acid used in skin care;…

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Licorice Root

Written by Cole Patterson, L.E

Most people know licorice for its use in candies or its distinctive tastiness in tobacco. The level of sweetness found in licorice root is said to be long-lasting and at least 50 times sweeter than sugar. Although…

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Caffeine in Skin Care

Written by Amra Lear, L.E., L.M.T.

It reigns in commercials as a powerful, supergiant boost of energy. It has found a comfortable domain in oversaturated, sugary, carbonated drinks; robust, flavorful espressos; hot, blackened teas; and bittersweet chocolate delights. Connoisseurs seek out its quantity…

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Peptides: A Path Toward Cellular Health

Written by Neal Kitchen, Ph.D. and Erin Ferrill Larson

The current generation is consequently converging beauty and health. The decades where beauty is tied to a superficial, only-skin-deep approach are being replaced by the realization that beauty's full potential is reached when it is at its…

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Witch Hazel

Written by Michele Phelan, L.E.

Most people are quite familiar with witch hazel, the water-like extract that is often used in skin care products for its healing, astringent properties. The benefits, uses, and appeal of this amazing botanical go far beyond what…

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The Plentiful Benefits of Pineapple

Written by Anabel De La Vega

Pineapple is a tropical fruit that originated in Brazil and is now currently found in India and other countries. It presents a wide array of health and beauty benefits, is easy to find, and can effortlessly be…

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The Natural Wonders of Tea Tree Oil

Written by Victoria Tabak, L.E.

The Aboriginal people of Australia believe tea tree oil has magical powers that promote strength and harmony. There is even a tribal legend about the hidden treasure of the tea tree, which is described as an enchanted…

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Almond Oil

Grown in the wilderness of Brazil, the tree and bark of the bitter almond tree (Prunus amygdalus amara) was used for tanning, while the fruit and nut was used for cooking and frying. In those times, nuts…

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The Truth About Grapeseed Oil

Written by Kathleen Carney, L.E.

Grapes are thought to have originated in Asia, near the Caspian Sea. Historically, grape leaves were used to stop bleeding, inflammation, and pain and the sap of grapevines was used to treat skin and eye diseases. Raisins…

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Beautiful Camellia for Beautiful Complexions

Written by Krista McKowen, L.E.

All types of tea – whether white, green, black, or oolong – are produced from the Camellia sinensis plant. There are different tea grades, growing conditions, and methods of extraction. Each tea, or extract, has different attributes…

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Cool as a Cucumber

Written by Anabel De La Vega

Cucumber is one the most cultivated vegetables around the world. It is composed of 95 percent water, but also contains ascorbic acid; caffeic acid; vitamins B1, B2, B3, and B12; and folic acid. These vitamins help to…

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Aloe, Skin Care, and California Proposition 65

Written by Ahmed Abdullah, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.I.C.S.

When most people hear mention of the aloe vera plant, the adjectives that come to mind are soothing, nurturing, and healing. Yet, despite aloe’s reputation as being beneficial to the body, in late 2015, California’s Office of…

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Lavender: The World’s Smallest Medicine Chest

Written by Trish Green

Lavender is a hardy, fragrant shrub that has narrow leaves and grey-blue flowers and can grow to a height of three feet. While the aroma of lavender can be found throughout the entire plant, essential oil can…

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Synergistic Benefits of Vitamin E

Written by Victoria Tabak, L.E.

Vitamin E is a major, oil-soluble, naturally-occurring antioxidant in the body. It is a complex substance that exists in eight different molecular forms and is identified by two types: tocopherols and tocotrienols. There also exists an alpha,…

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Jojoba Oil: Another Liquid Gold for the Skin

Written by Rachael Pontillo, L.E.

One of the most versatile and best-loved oils for use on the skin is jojoba oil. This versatile oil can be used as a gentle and effective makeup remover, cleansing oil, massage oil, or moisturizer, in addition…

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A Look Inside Lactic

Written by Rhonda Allison

Milk has been used throughout history to care for the skin. Many people are familiar with Cleopatra’s fabled milk baths and, as it turns out, numerous other noble women throughout history followed suit. These women realized the…

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Chamomile

Written by Erin Madigan-Fleck, N.M.D., C.N.H.P., L.M.C.

Throughout history, chamomile has been synonymous with healing, purity, and beauty. The earliest use of the herb was recorded in 1550 B.C.E., as evidenced in one of history's most important medical volumes, Eber's Papyrus. Its medical use…

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Zinc Oxide: Historical Uses and Modern Benefits

Written by Rachelle Dupree

Scientific advances in skin care production and new nano-sized zinc oxides have allowed this natural-skin healer and sun protector to show up in a plethora of skin care products that far outshine the goopy sunscreens of yesteryear.

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Citrus

Written by Vida Karamooz, Ph.D.

Apples are not the only fruits that keep the doctor away! Delicious and refreshing citrus fruits are among the best sources for antioxidants, flavonoids, minerals, and vitamins for the human body.

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The Foundation of Makeup

Written by Mary Van

It is no secret that choosing the correct shade of foundation is essential in creating the appearance of a flawless complexion. However, some clients do not realize the importance of wearing the best formulation of foundation for…

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2015 Acne Products

A prevalent conundrum that takes many forms, acne is a common skin condition that plagues a great majority of men and women. The term ‘acne’ has been used to describe everything from the occurrence of mild, centralized…

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Men’s Products

Written by Amra Lear

Women have reigned in the skin care industry as the prominent, key consumers of products for centuries. Product lines based products off the female sector’s desires and needs, creating a plethora of stock keeping units (SKUs) to…

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Toners

Written by Tami Louise Rumbaugh, B.A., L.E.

The merge of eastern and western thought has brought much balance to American health and wellness. Such a bountiful, positive impact on the aesthetic industry has not been overlooked. Medicines, techniques, and philosophies cohesively united between the…

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Eye and Lip Care

Written by Rhonda Allison

As the saying goes, “The eyes are the window to your soul.” Turns out, this now famous quote by William Shakespeare was accurate on many levels. Not only do people look to the eyes to gauge a…

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2015 Cleansers

Written by Michael Pugliese, L.E.

If a client asks a skin care professional what the most important part of a good homecare routine is, they will probably tell the client that it all starts with the right cleanser.

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Exfoliation: From Ancient Times to Modern Day Aesthetics

Written by Dasha Saian, L.E.

As skin care professionals, we know the importance of skin exfoliation for healthy cell turnover, a refreshed and clear complexion, and better product absorption, but what about the methods of exfoliation? No one way of exfoliation is…

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Get Masked Today!

Written by Lina Kennedy

Your clients may have outgrown Halloween, but do not let them outgrow masking as an ongoing skin regimen! Do them a big favor and advise them to get masked if they have not already started!

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Sun Protection: What They Are Not Telling You

Due to the effects that sun damage has on clients, skin care professionals should all be experts on sunscreens. However, that has not been easy due to the confusing regulations and misinformation that surrounds this category. In…

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Hair Removal Essentials

Written by Heather Fowler, L.E.

With advances in hair removal options and technology over the years, it is important for skin care professionals, new and seasoned, to understand the options available to clients inside and outside the treatment room, as well as…

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Love Your Clients’ Bodies As You Do Their Faces

Written by Bella Schneider, P.M.E.

Throughout time, women have created homemade body creams to smooth, soften, and keep their bodies youthful. Commercialized body creams have only been in the marketplace for the past century. The plethora of options available can often be…

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Moisturizing Benefits

Written by Monique Enriquez, C.N.H.P.

As skin care professionals, we understand the importance of using a day and nighttime moisturizer as part of our regular skin care regimen. But how do we communicate the importance of using such products and their benefits…

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Those Eyes, Those Lips

Written by Michael Q. Pugliese, L.E.

The romance poets honored the parts of a face, saying “the eyes are windows of the soul” and “oh, lips, you the doors of breath…” It can also be said that these are parts of the face…

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