by Annet King A good training manual is worth its weight in gold, or at least good old U.S. currency, since solid education is key to solid profits. A great training manual must be pure “take-away” for the readers—it’s all immediately applicable information, which will make your cash register buzz faster than the speed of sales. The purpose of a training manual is to first set the standard for service, based upon the company vision, then to lay out in actionable steps how that standard may be achieved and surpassed daily for optimum team achievement. Read More

by Christine Heathman To help you acquire the most out of this edutorial, analyze the following points of reference, which will be found throughout the article, while reading along to assist you in answering the final questions. -Nucleated cells and their value to the skin -Mitochondria’s power -Mitochondria’s differentiating characteristics from other organelles of the cell -ATP value to the cell, skin, body -Protein molecules and the skin -Mitochondria and aging -Reactive Oxygen Species and Free Radicals -Mitochondrial DNA features -Mitochondria and Phyto Science for skin care -Plants and skin cells -Breathing for mitochondria health -Oxygen and skin survival -Balance of pH in the blood for mitochondrial health and long life -Ultrasound Derma sound mitochondria longevity -Micro amp treatments and increased mitochondrial ATP power Read More

by Preethi Burkholder What is Indian Champissage or Head Massage? Indian Champissage or head massage is a relaxing therapy involving the massage of the upper back, shoulders, neck, head, and face. It provides relief from aches, pains, and stress symptoms, promotes hair growth, and rejuvenates the skin. Above all, it provides a deep sense of calmness and tranquility. Indian Head Massage is a wonderfully relaxing therapy that is physically, mentally, and spiritually healing. The massage is safe and simple to learn and very effective to give. The techniques used in Indian Head Massage for maintaining health and wellness have been handed down for generations. It is a holistic therapy, renowned for relieving symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression, and mental tension. The relaxation created by the Indian head massage induces relaxation between a person’s inner and outer selves. The beauty of Indian head massage is that you can have it almost anywhere - at home, work, or in a salon. You can be clothed or unclothed to receive this massage treatment, and the giver may use oils, cream, powder or nothing. Champissage is most effective when you receive it from someone else. However, self-massage can be very beneficial, as well. Simply Read More

by Jeanne Bliss If you have tried repeatedly to get a focus on customers, customer loyalty, and customer profitability inside your organization with less than stellar results, you’re far from alone. Most companies jump in without evaluating how the organization works together, whether the CEO is truly committed, and if the patience exists for the long road ahead. These are the key issues that usually get in the way of making progress. See if you recognize any of them in your organization. Read More

by Rhonda Allison Advances in the skin care industry are progressing so rapidly and so profoundly that many aestheticians, especially those new to our profession, find themselves in a quandary of either not knowing what to do… or wanting to do everything!!! My advice is that you find your niche and then EXCEL at it! Most customers really don’t care what a salon is called, they just want results– And having a medical facility or Medi-Spa does not assure the client of results anymore than a salon does. So it's up to each Aesthetician to stay current of what's available and continue to offer professional, results–driven aesthetic services with confidence, understanding, and integrity. How old would you be if you didn’t know how old you are? Since the advertising of "age-defying" skin care solutions are everywhere today, it's vital to have a full understanding of what an aesthetician can honestly offer an educated, oftentimes, inundated consumer. In order to do this, let us re-examine the skin and the factors that determine how it looks.   Read More