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Light based technologies have revolutionized aesthetic procedures and medicine. Lasers are at the pinnacle of these technologies because of their brightness and intensity, but significant improvements in a wide variety of cosmetic conditions are also afforded by other light sources such as IPL's (Intense Pulsed Light Systems), LED banks (Light Emitting Diodes), and other Low Level Light Therapy (LLLT) modalities. Anyone working in the field of aesthetics should have a good understanding of the basic principles behind laser and light based therapies whether or not you are actually treating clients with these devices because they impact so many conditions in so many people. Read More
- Published in Hair Removal
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Dear Jane,My background is in make-up. I was a professional make-up artist for many years, and recently earned my aesthetics license because I love skin care as well. The two girls who work my front desk and retail area are wonderful sales people, but not skin therapists. How can I help them totruly meet the needs of clients in terms of selling? We get walk-ins who do not necessarily want a treatment that day, but who do want to buy the "right" cleanser, mask, etc.~ A. Pierce, Long Beach, CA Read More
- Published in Business
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Dear Jane, My background is in make-up. I was a professional make-up artist for many years, and recently earned my aesthetics license because I love skin care as well. The two girls who work my front desk and retail area are wonderful sales people, but not skin therapists. How can I help them to truly meet the needs of clients in terms of selling? We get walk-ins who do not necessarily want a treatment that day, but who do want to buy the "right" cleanser, mask, etc. ~ A. Pierce, Long Beach, CA Read More
- Published in Uncategorized
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Whether you're new in the spa industry or ready to relocate your career, finding the ideal (or any!) job can be a grueling and frustrating task. Where once spa operators were hat in hand trying to recruit qualified spa personnel, there is now a sea of applicants in many areas vying for the same precious opportunity to do their work. Beauty, massage, and aesthetics schools are minting new therapists faster than spas can be built, and a still down-turned economy has left many spas with more available appointments than customers. Read More
- Published in Business
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by Paul M. Parker, M.D. For many of us the start of a new year can serve as a wake-up call to shape up. Stretching the day to fit a busy holiday schedule can interfere with good sleep habits and irritate nerves. It only takes a few weeks of binge eating and drinking to induce us to turn our attention to diet, exercise, and other self-improvement resolutions. So, at this time of year especially, people want to know about detoxifying treatments for the mind and body. Ask 10 providers what detoxification is and you’ll probably receive 10 different answers. Unfortunately, no solid scientific evidence exists to support the premise that a single detox session or several over the course of weeks can alleviate toxins that have continued to accumulate in our bodies since birth. Therefore, helping the patient to develop a respect for and a dedication to an ongoing detoxification program is essential. Over the past 20 years as my plastic surgery practice has grown I have become increasingly convinced of the positive link between wellness and treating the “whole” patient to achieve a harmonious state of well-being. Toxins disrupt this often-elusive state. Read More
- Published in Uncategorized
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For many of us the start of a new year can serve as a wake-up call to shape up. Stretching the day to fit a busy holiday schedule can interfere with good sleep habits and irritate nerves. It only takes a few weeks of binge eating and drinking to induce us to turn our attention to diet, exercise, and other self-improvement resolutions. So, at this time of year especially, people want to know about detoxifying treatments for the mind and body. Ask 10 providers what detoxification is and you’ll probably receive 10 different answers. Read More
- Published in Holistic
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Since its launch in 1975, DERMASCOPE Magazine’s purpose has been to empower the aesthetics industry with innovative information, unbranded education, and unprecedented platforms of continuing education. America’s first and most trusted professional skin care trade publication, “The authority on professional skin care” examines various educational topics such as chemical exfoliation, hyperpigmentation, acne, hair removal, trends, ... Read More
- Published in Uncategorized
