March, 2022

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Chemical Peel Benefits

Aesthetics Exposed

Exfoliating the skin to improve its appearance dates back to ancient Egyptians and is still popular today. Several methods using everything from mineral scrubs to chemicals have been used in different cultures to treat the skin. 1 The cosmetic benefits of alpha hydroxy acids were discovered when sour milk, containing lactic acid, was used in baths to soften the skin.

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D-skin is a new concept in cosmetics By Jennifer Crable

National Aesthetic Spa Network

Associated with well-being and health, the plump and luminous appearance of skin not only favors but also radiates youth. This is nothing new but there is a new concept or rather a new approach of … Continue reading D-skin is a new concept in cosmetics By Jennifer Crable The post D-skin is a new concept in cosmetics By Jennifer Crable appeared first on NASNPRO - National Aesthetic Spa Network.

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What Equipment & Supplies Do Estheticians Need?

California Skincare Supply

How exciting. You’re going to start your own esthetician business! Now let's talk about what you need to get your spa or salon ready. You’ve graduated from esthetician or cosmetology school. You have worked for a local day spa or medical spa to gain experience and now you’re ready – ready to open your own business! How exciting, you’re going to be your own boss!

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Pedicure area ideas

Smart Start Consulting

[lwptoc] Pedicure area ideas I recently had a new esthetician contact me about setting up a pedicure station in her home-based spa. She was trying to figure out how she would set up the room but was having difficulty picking chairs and bowls. I forgot how tough it could be to make big. Read more The post Pedicure area ideas appeared first on Smart Start Consulting.

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Brief History of Aesthetic Medicine and Why It’s Today’s Hottest Specialty

AAAMS

It’s a fact: Marilyn Monroe had a chin implant in the 1950s. And while that might seem like ancient history, it’s only yesterday in the long arc of aesthetic medicine. The desire to be perceived as beautiful is as old as human nature, and thus it should come as no surprise that aesthetic medicine began millennia ago: The first forehead flap procedure for reconstructive rhinoplasty was first documented in India nearly 2,000 years ago.

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4 skin conditions caused by Covid-19 vaccine

First Derm

4 skin conditions caused by Covid-19 vaccine COVID-19 vaccine and skin rash COVID-19 pandemic surprised us on many fronts; new symptoms, unexpected disease outcomes and mutations, just to name a few. The subsequent rapid development of COVID-19 vaccine gave the world relief and hope. However, this relief and hope was followed by many questions and concerns about the unknowns of the vaccine.

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The Demand for an Electrologist by Stephanie Holvick

National Aesthetic Spa Network

Electrolysis as most of know or have done is a method of removing individual hairs from the body permanently. A trained electrologist inserts an exceptionally fine filament into the natural opening of the hair follicle … Continue reading The Demand for an Electrologist by Stephanie Holvick The post The Demand for an Electrologist by Stephanie Holvick appeared first on NASNPRO - National Aesthetic Spa Network.

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Skin Depth Ep22 – March 31 – Plant Stem Cells in The World of Beauty Ft. Dr. Fred Zülli

Lira Clinical

Plant Stem Cells in The World of Beauty Ft. Dr. Fred Zülli In our new episode of A SkinDepth Convo, Metaxia and Francine are joined by Dr. Fred Zülli, Founder of Mibelle Biochemistry in Switzerland. Also known as the Godfather of Plant Stem Cells , Dr. Zülli established the idea of developing high-quality, scientific ingredients for the cosmetic industry based on novel biochemical concepts for the skin.

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Cancellation posters and notices

Smart Start Consulting

Cancellation Policies and Notices If you have ever had a full day booked at the salon and had 1 person not show up, you know how mad it can make you. That customer booked a valuable spot in your day and couldn’t be bothered to show up or even call to cancel or rebook. Read more The post Cancellation posters and notices appeared first on Smart Start Consulting.

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Botox Training for Dentists: Choosing a Program & Benefits

AAAMS

Botox is known in the cosmetic industry as a solution to reduce the appearance of aging. However, there is far more to Botox than just age reduction, such as the treatment of orofacial conditions. Here is your complete guide to Botox training for dentists, including the many benefits and courses you can take to help grow your practice. Why Botox Training for Dentists?

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Here’s How You Can Become a Successful Esthetician, Too

Northern Colorado Advanced Aesthetics Academy

A career in beauty and aesthetics is lucrative. It also happens to be fulfilling, especially for people interested in the inner workings of human beauty. With that said, working as an esthetician is no easy feat. It requires as much due diligence, blood, sweat, and tears as other careers. If you're thinking of working as an esthetician, you have come to the right place.

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Spring into Action & Pursue Your Passion in Beauty!

Be Aveda

There’s something about the Spring season that makes us feel energized, ready to refresh our goals, harvest the seeds planted in previous seasons, and seize new opportunities! Flowers are beginning to bloom; trees are growing; and nature is reawakening. It’s time for us to spring into action, fertilize or harvest the seeds we’ve planted, pursue our dreams once and for all – and create our own future.

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Acne Alternatives by Terri Wojak

National Aesthetic Spa Network

Acne effects virtually everyone at some point in their lives, making it the most common medical skin condition according to the Academy of Dermatology. There are four different stages of acne that range from mild … Continue reading Acne Alternatives by Terri Wojak The post Acne Alternatives by Terri Wojak appeared first on NASNPRO - National Aesthetic Spa Network.

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Should I Avoid The Sun After Botox?

Art of Dermatology

If you’re looking into beginning a Botox routine to help refresh your face and reduce the appearance of wrinkles, one of the things you may have come across in your internet research is the aftercare instruction of avoiding sun exposure following Botox injections. Is that really necessary? How would the sun affect your results? Dr. Krant shared her expertise to help you understand what to expect and what to avoid after Botox.

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How to Find the Perfect Name for Your Salon or spa business

Smart Start Consulting

How to Find the Perfect Name for Your Salon and spa business or Cosmetic Brand Guest post by Squadhelp Beauty and cosmetics companies are rapidly expanding over the world. According to a recent report conducted by Zion Market Research, the worldwide cosmetics industry would be worth $863 billion by 2024. With such. Read more The post How to Find the Perfect Name for Your Salon or spa business appeared first on Smart Start Consulting.

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How to Market Your Aesthetics Practice

AAAMS

Deciding to add aesthetic services to your practice should be a pretty straightforward decision. With treatments like botulinum toxin (Botox) and dermal fillers in huge demand, it makes sense that a physician or dentist would see the value in offering patients a one-stop shop for their health needs. But how can a doctor, dentist, physician assistant or nurse scale their practice to make their aesthetic work profitable in a competitive economy?

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The Benefits of Learning Basic Skincare in Cosmetology School

Northern Colorado Advanced Aesthetics Academy

Cosmetology school is a lot different than it was a few years back. Gone are the days when you spent years learning how to cut hair, color hair, and design new looks. Sure, those things are still offered in cosmetology school, but now they’re just a small part of what is taught these days. Instead, you’ll learn much more in-depth and advanced skincare treatments to help prepare you for working as a licensed cosmetologist in your field.

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Soothe Tired-Looking Eyes With Belotero Balance®

Advanced Dermatology

Take a closer look at how Belotero Balance injectable fillers can refresh your look – starting with your eyes.

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Esthetic Management of Nasal Labial Folds By Danné Montague-King and Dr. Jayant Lokhande

National Aesthetic Spa Network

Much has been made of the nasal labial problems over the years. In fact, I have always been concerned about mine! There are some surgical solutions possible, but not guaranteed to give the result wanted. … Continue reading Esthetic Management of Nasal Labial Folds By Danné Montague-King and Dr. Jayant Lokhande The post Esthetic Management of Nasal Labial Folds By Danné Montague-King and Dr.

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Therapeutics: Tapinarof Cream

The Dermatology Digest

Tapinarof Cream for Psoriasis Novel agent shows promise for expanding topical treatment options With Linda Stein Gold, MD The New Drug Application for tapinarof 1% cream (Dermavant Sciences) for treatment of mild-to-severe plaque psoriasis is undergoing FDA review. If approved, the novel nonsteroidal agent will be an important addition to the dermatologist’s treatment armamentarium, according to Linda Stein Gold, MD.

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Why you should sell numbing cream

Smart Start Consulting

Learn how to make more money By selling the #1 numbing cream on the market Dr. Numb® is an OTC (Over-the-Counter) Topical Anesthetic Cream (commonly known as numbing cream) that contains 5% lidocaine. It produces temporary numbness or loss of sensation of the skin and its surrounding tissues after its application. It is primarily used. Read more The post Why you should sell numbing cream appeared first on Smart Start Consulting.

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What’s It Like to Be an Aesthetics Nurse? Here’s a Peek Into the Profession

AAAMS

Are you an RN, NP, PA, or another type of healthcare practitioner who’s been thinking about making a move to aesthetic medicine? Have you spent late nights googling “ Botox and filler training courses ”? Have you found yourself wondering what it’s really like to work with aesthetic patients? If so, this piece is for you! We’re going to let you listen in on a real-life patient-provider interaction to give you a peek into the profession.

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Cosmetologist vs. Esthetician: How Do They Compare?

Northern Colorado Advanced Aesthetics Academy

In a nutshell, cosmetology is a term used to describe a variety of industries and fields, each of which could be considered a specialty in itself. However, when discussing the health and beauty of skin, the term “aesthetics” will be used to describe the practices and methods associated with that specialty. In the field, cosmetologists and estheticians are often getting confused.

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Sustainable Beauty E-Summit 2022 Replay

The Eco Well Blog

The Sustainable Beauty E-Summit happened over on our Discord on March 6th, 2022. A full-day conference featuring highly curated and interactive expert presentations to dive into the nuance of the topic. This blog is a replay of the whole e-summit! A common critique of industry events is that they are either too expensive, close their eyes to misinformation, or both.

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Active Listening: An Important Component of Service By Gina Rivera

National Aesthetic Spa Network

All of us have had those clients that have no idea how to maintain their new look once they leave the salon, or how to optimize a service that you just provided them. This could … Continue reading Active Listening: An Important Component of Service By Gina Rivera The post Active Listening: An Important Component of Service By Gina Rivera appeared first on NASNPRO - National Aesthetic Spa Network.

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BIOCOMPATIBILTY By Richard Purvis

National Aesthetic Spa Network

There have always been trends in the beauty industry and there always will be. One trend and buzzword that is here to stay is Biocompatibility. It is often misunderstood, misused, and confusing. So, what does … Continue reading BIOCOMPATIBILTY By Richard Purvis The post BIOCOMPATIBILTY By Richard Purvis appeared first on NASNPRO - National Aesthetic Spa Network.

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Business cards for microblade brow artists

Smart Start Consulting

Business cards for microblade brow artists Buying business cards does not have to be a difficult process. Our partner has a variety of custom business cards for any profession. The blog post Affordable business cards for salons and spas have a lot of great ideas on how you can use business. Read more The post Business cards for microblade brow artists appeared first on Smart Start Consulting.

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What you should know before opening your home-based esthetics or nails business

Smart Start Consulting

What you should know before opening your home-based esthetics or nails business Have you ever wanted to start an esthetics or nail business and work in the comfort of your own home? It sounds great, and the idea of not commuting to and from work does like an excellent idea. On the other hand, do. Read more The post What you should know before opening your home-based esthetics or nails business appeared first on Smart Start Consulting.

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A quick guide to start your home-based business

Smart Start Consulting

Home-based business A quick start guide For Estheticians, Nail Techs, Lash Techs, Brow Artists, Massage Therapists and more. *note* This post has many Saskatchewan and Canada based links because that is where I’m located. You should get a good idea of what to look for when starting a business in your region. THIS is a really in-depth. Read more The post A quick guide to start your home-based business appeared first on Smart Start Consulting.

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Undergoing Dermaplaning Training and Getting Certified

Northern Colorado Advanced Aesthetics Academy

If you want to be an esthetician at a MedSpa and help people rejuvenate their appearance, you will need to be certified to perform several treatments. Many MedSpas focus on providing facial therapies that improve the tone and texture of the skin. One effective treatment is dermaplaning. It works to enhance the appearance of fine lines, producing clear and glowing skin with an overall smoother texture.

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The Difference between an Esthetician and a Cosmetologist

Northern Colorado Advanced Aesthetics Academy

When you were still a child, you probably sneaked into your parent’s room to get your mom’s makeup kit. If you are still passionate about hairstyling, nail treatments, or skincare, as an adult, you probably should pursue a career as a beauty professional. You may find a job as an esthetician or a cosmetologist rewarding. Before pursuing your dreams, you need to study in an aesthetic academy.