Wondering who that is on the cover of DERMASCOPE this month? I didn’t think so. Drew Coleman, nephew to the famous Danne Montague-King and vice president of sales and education for the DMK corporation, is a well-known leader in the industry… and for good reason! The infamous DMK enzyme therapy treatment is one of the most buzzed about demonstrations at every tradeshow in which DMK…

Hair Products Can Cause Acne

Written by Cynthia Malcom Taylor
Do hair sprays, conditioners, and other hair styling products clog pores, resulting in acne breakouts? The answer is a resounding YES. If tiny bumps are seen along the hairline on the upper part of the forehead, this may be an example of clogged pores. Products can cause whiteheads and other types of acne in these areas. The bumps can be so subtle that the client…
THE BEGINNING I have always had a strong work ethic. As a kid, my first job was a paper route from when I was eight to 13 years-old. My passion for work continued in high school and through graduate school. I enjoy the satisfaction of a job well done and being able to support myself while helping others achieve their goals. Growing up in the…
Electric current in a treatment room can provide many effective benefits to the client. It often goes un-utilized during skin care treatments, especially for new aestheticians. This is usually due to inexperience, fear, or lack of knowledge, but once perfected, it can be an amazing addition to skin care treatments. {mprestriction ids="3,4,26,18,6,7,8,9,14,18"} Iontophoresis utilizes galvanic current to force or penetrate a water-soluble solution into the…
Aside from the familiar ylang-ylang or geranium, the question of scent in skin care and massage products presents itself. Why do products seem to have a greater benefit than just hydration and relaxation? What makes a certain aroma give such rich results? {mprestriction ids="3,4,26,18,6,7,8,9,14,18"} THE ROOT CAUSE Have clients had issues with their skin itching from pain? The endocannabinoid system is related to the immune…

February 2024

Skin Care Blogs

Brands of the Month

  • Celluma by Biophotas, Inc
  • Repechage
  • Skin Script