Folliculitis

Written by Brenda Linday, LE, LEI, CAC, owner of Linday Aesthetic Consulting
Over 3 million cases of folliculitis are reported each year in the United States. Folliculitis presents as infected hair follicles. Bacterial folliculitis occurs due to a presence of bacteria (usually staph) and inflamed cells within the ostia (opening) and the wall of a hair follicle that produces a follicular pustule. Hot tubs, or heated pools that are not pH-balanced, are the culprits for pseudomonas or…

Saddle up, Skin Care: Introducing Horse Fat into a Routine

Written by Anabel De La Vega, certified license specialist and author of TAO – The Art of Relaxation
Horses adjust their body temperatures by secreting sweat, similar to the way a human does. The structure of a horse’s skin and fatty acid are amazing compared to those of mankind. Horse fat is a good moisturizer for all skin types because it is not sticky. Horse fat is an unsaturated fatty acid containing plenty of linoleic acid (omega-6) – which can be very effective…

Rave Reviews: Growing a Positive Online Presence

Written by Kyle Johnson, director of marketing technology for PatientPop
Fifty-four percent of consumers use the internet to search for local businesses, like aesthetic practices and spas, at least once every month, according to BrightLocal. To convince them to schedule appointments at their business, professionals need a positive, widespread online reputation.Online reputation is made up of all the things people see about a business on the web. This includes items professionals control, such as their…
Part recovery center, part hydrotherapy playground, part new-age ashram, The Standard Spa in Miami Beach, Florida reimagines the modern spa experience. A hydrotherapy paradise complimentary to hotel guests, the spa features a Turkish-style hamam, aroma steam room, Roman waterfall hot tub, Finnish sauna, arctic plunge, treatment baths, mud lounge, and infinity pool. It is also a hub for classes taught by world-class yogis and instructors,…
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