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Top 10 Skincare Trends for 2024: Upgrading Your Routine

CAMEO College - Esthetics

Skincare is an ever-evolving industry, and staying on top of the latest trends and techniques is crucial for maintaining healthy, The post Top 10 Skincare Trends for 2024: Upgrading Your Routine first appeared on Cameo College of Essential Beauty.

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[FDA Updates] First FDA-Approved Triple-Combination Gel for Acne & New Regulations for Use of Isotretinoin

MedEsthetics

Check out these new updates from the FDA, including the FDA approval of IDP-126 for acne vulgaris and required changes to the iPLEDGE program managing the risk of isotretinoin’s teratogenicity and minimizing fetal exposure.

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Four Ways Alcohol Impacts Weight Loss for Menopausal and Midlife Women

Alison Bladh

Four Ways Alcohol Impacts Weight Loss for Menopausal and Midlife Women As we welcome the New Year, many of us commit to better health and weight loss goals. For menopausal and midlife women, understanding how alcohol affects these goals is crucial. You might be surprised to learn that your evening glass of wine or weekend cocktails could be hindering your progress more than you realise. 1.

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6 Tips for Perfecting Your Spa Brand

Skin Inc

how to brand, branding tips, business branding, spa branding, how to brand your spa, how to create a brand for your business, spa business, spa business tips, spa branding tips

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Why Zinc Oxide Is The Best Sunscreen Ingredient Ever

Beautiful With Brains - Ingredients

If I had my way, I’d put zinc oxide in every sunscreen. I know, I know, it sometimes leaves an annoying white cast behind. And it can be a tad too greasy. I can put up with these little annoyances (of course, it helps my skin’s pale and dry). Nothing’s perfect. But zinc oxide comes […] The post Why Zinc Oxide Is The Best Sunscreen Ingredient Ever appeared first on Beautiful With Brains.

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Benefits Of Facial Oils

Eminence Organics

Benefits Of Facial Oils Written By (old): Beatrice Hazlehurst After endless time indoors, and the cooler months gaining on us, our skin is crying out for some additional love. While you might be a master of the cleanser-moisturizer combination, and even reach for a weekly mask, there’s a key component that is too often overlooked: facial oil. Throughout skin care’s recent history, facial oil has always received the short end of the stick in terms of reputation.

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An Esty’s First Year Journey: January

Les Nouvelles Esthetics & Spa

Each month this year, we will chronicle the trials and tribulations of a newly licensed esthetician taking her first steps into the esthetics industry. Without further ado, meet Sofia Montero Rorrer. Hi, Sofia! Can you give us an overview of your background so far? I started cosmetology school last May and it took about five months to complete. I graduated in October.

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Glycolic Acid VS Lactic Acid: Which One Is Better For You?

Beautiful With Brains - Ingredients

Glycolic Acid VS Lactic Acid: which team are you on? If you don’t know what I’m talking about, this is the ultimate battle for exfoliation. Both glycolic and lactic acids want to be the one to get those dead cells off your face and make your complexion glow. But only one can get the gig […] The post Glycolic Acid VS Lactic Acid: Which One Is Better For You?

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Addressing Patients' Mental/Emotional Wellbeing in Relation to Aesthetic Goals [Survey]

MedEsthetics

Do you believe it is important to address the mental/emotional wellbeing of patients in relation to their aesthetic goals? Answer our 1-question survey and let us know!

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Boosting Brow Business with Threading

Skin Inc

threading, how to thread eyebrows, eyebrow threading, eyebrow treatment, eyebrow service, threading service, threading treatment

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Zen Zone

Les Nouvelles Esthetics & Spa

Spa at JW Chicago Opened: July 2015 Services: Massage, Body treatments,facials and hydrafacials, nail services. Signature treatments: The 75-minute Hammam Experience,performed on a heated marble plat-form, starts with a full body exfoliationto prepare for envelopment. A hydrat-ing body mask and light cocooningease clients into a deep state of relax-ation.

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Nutrient-Packed Egg Breakfast Wrap

Alison Bladh

Nutrient-Packed Egg Breakfast Wrap Start your day with a protein-rich and delicious breakfast wrap, perfect for keeping you energised and satisfied. Here’s how to whip it up: Egg Breakfast Wrap Ingredients: • 2 large eggs • 1 whole wheat tortilla or wrap • 60ml (1/4 cup) of chopped vegetables (like bell peppers , spinach , tomatoes • 15ml (1 tablespoon) of olive oil • Salt and pepper, to taste • Fresh herbs and seeds (optional, for garnish) Directions: 1.

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GLO30 Appoints Artemis Benedetti as Director of Franchise Operations

MedEsthetics

Benedetti will play a key role in helping GLO30 transform its successful model into training programs and guides for franchisees.

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Angus Mitchell Passes Away Suddenly

Salon Today

John Paul Mitchell Systems co-founder, John Paul DeJoria, released a statement on behalf of the JPMS family, confirming and mourning the passing of Angus Mitchell, son of JPMS co-founder, Paul Mitchell.

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Happy Ending

Les Nouvelles Esthetics & Spa

How to conclude a facial treatment As estheticians, we were taught how to start a facial treatment. We double cleanse, we do an analysis, and we de-grease. What happens after that is dependent on the protocol. However, we should be ending every facial treatment the same way, regardless of treatment or skin condition. The aftermath is arguably more important now that the skin is sensitized and vulnerable. “ “We should be ending every facial treatment the same way, regardless of treatment or skin

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How to Ditch Sugary Drinks: A Menopausal Woman's Path to Healthier Choices

Alison Bladh

Embracing Healthier Beverage Choices During Midlife and Menopause As a nutritional therapist specialising in women's health, particularly in midlife and menopause, I understand the complexities of dietary habits and their impact on our well-being. One habit that poses a significant challenge for many is the consumption of sugary drinks, encompassing fizzy drinks, sweetened beverages, and even diet variants.

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Understanding How a Bill Becomes Law: A Guide for Estheticians

Skin Inc

how does a bill become a law, spa regulations, spa regulatory updates, regulation updates in the spa

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Peptides In Skincare: Do They Really Work?

Beautiful With Brains - Antiaging

Do peptides in skincare work? This is the million dollar question. Just a quick online search brings up thousands of articles claiming they firm your skin, reverse the signs of aging, and even make you coffee (ok, maybe they don’t do that, yet). At a cost. The aisles of Sephora may be full of peptide […] The post Peptides In Skincare: Do They Really Work?

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Down to Business

Les Nouvelles Esthetics & Spa

An interview with Joshua Maniscalco This month, we sat down with an esthetician of over 18 years and skin care formulator Joshua Maniscalco. He is the founder of Agent Rx, a San Francisco-based next-level skincare studio that performs bespoke clinically driven services, intention-ally focused on healing and preserving the integrity of the skin. He also hosts the Good Skin Circle podcast with Ashley Curtis, where they share candid business and life advice for estheticians. “ ““It really is about

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Green Ginger Harmony Smoothie

Alison Bladh

Boost Your Morning with the Green Ginger Harmony Smoothie Try my “Green Ginger Harmony Smoothie” for a refreshing start. Perfect for menopause, it’s full of greens, ginger, Greek yogurt, nuts, and seeds. A tasty way to get your protein and stay hydrated. Green Ginger Harmony Smoothie Ingredients: • Spinach: 1 cup • Cucumber: ½, sliced • Celery: 1 stalk • Ginger: 1-inch piece • Lemon Juice: From ½ lemon • Chia Seeds: 1 tbsp • Flaxseeds crushed: 1 tbsp (for added omega-3s and fiber) • Almonds: 10,

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FDA Accepts Accord BioPharma's BLA for Proposed Ustekinumab Biosimilar DMB-3115

Dermatology Times

The BLA submission for DMB-3115 is rooted in phase III multi-regional clinical trials focusing on plaque psoriasis patients. The results demonstrated a high similarity between DMB-3115 and ustekinumab in terms of quality, safety, and efficacy.

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You Don't Look a Day Over 99: MODERN SALON Is 100 Years Young

Salon Today

As 2024 unfolds, everyone at TEAM MODERN is beyond excited to celebrate our 100 year hair-itage. We want our next 100 years to be as diverse and inclusive as the world we celebrate. If you have ideas you’d like to see explored or hot topics you want us to touch-on, get in touch!

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Spa of The Month

Les Nouvelles Esthetics & Spa

Spa at JW Chicago Opened: July 2015 Services: Massage, Body treatments,facials and hydrafacials, nail services. Signature treatments: The 75-minute Hammam Experience,performed on a heated marble plat-form, starts with a full body exfoliationto prepare for envelopment. A hydrat-ing body mask and light cocooningease clients into a deep state of relax-ation.

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How To Boost Your Confidence During Menopause

Alison Bladh

How To Boost Your Confidence During Menopause Menopause marks a significant transition in a woman's life, encompassing a range of physical, emotional, and psychological changes. While it's a natural and inevitable phase, it often brings challenges that can impact a woman's confidence. Understanding these challenges is the first step in addressing them effectively.

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The Weekly Roundup: December 31-January 5

Dermatology Times

ICYMI, this week we had articles about a CME credit opportunity on the pathogenesis of HS, Paul Friedman, MD, reviewing UltraClear Laser-Coring, Journey Medical Corporation submitting its NDA for DFD-29 for the treatment of rosacea, and more.

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How Skin Inc. is Keeping Spa Education and Resources Free

Skin Inc

Skin Inc., Skin Inc. registration, professional esthetics, skin care, Skin Inc.

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Skincare on the Go

Les Nouvelles Esthetics & Spa

Maintaining a routine while traveling Traveling can be a thrilling experience, and whether it’s during the holidays, for work, or a vacay, we want to help you advise clients on putting their healthiest face forward so they can feel their best, without travel taking a toll on their skin. Between changing climates, high altitudes in-flight, environmental stressors, and disrupted skincare (and sleep) routines, skin goes through a lot while you’re on the go.

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Hearty Cabbage & Lima Bean Soup

Alison Bladh

I whipped up this super tasty and nourishing soup just last night. It’s incredibly simple to make and absolutely perfect if you’re in the mood for something warm and comforting. Full of healthy ingredients, this soup is a fantastic choice for anyone looking to eat well. Let’s get into how you can make it too! Ingredients: • 1 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil • 1/2 small Yellow Onion, sliced (about 60 grams) • 2 Garlic cloves, chopped • 2 cups (or 300 grams) Green Cabbage, sliced • 2 1/2 cups (or 600 m

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CareFirst Files Lawsuit Against J&J Over Delay Tactics for Stelara Biosimilars

Dermatology Times

While the first ustekinumab biosimilar, Wezlana, was approved in October 2023, a settlement with Johnson & Johnson (J&J) will keep it off the market until 2025, preventing competition, and causing purchasers to pay substantially more for the agent.

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Building A Budget-Friendly Salon Education Program

Salon Today

A new year is the best time to begin planning out your salon's education calendar, and looking for ways to help team members pursue the classes they desire. SalonTraining.com's Tracey Napotnik lists some strategies for building an education program even if you are on a budget.

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Esthetician Gifts Resource Library

Smart Start Consulting

We’ve moved! Thank you to SSC for providing space for us. The post Esthetician Gifts Resource Library appeared first on Smart Start Consulting.

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Menopause and Memory: Understanding the Connection

Alison Bladh

Menopause and Memory: Understanding the Connection and Strategies for Wellness Once upon a time in a small town in England, there was a woman named Emily. At 51, Emily had always prided herself on her sharp memory. She remembered birthdays, anniversaries, and could effortlessly recall facts and figures from her work as a financial advisor. However, lately, something had changed.

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Clinical Trial Data for Use of Tapinarof in AD

Dermatology Times

Raj Chovatiya, MD, PhD, and Adelaide A. Hebert, MD, FAAD, review clinical trial data for tapinarof cream, 1% in the treatment of AD.

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Vaping Linked to AD, PsO, Burns, and More

The Dermatology Digest

Tremendous attention has been paid to the detrimental effects of e-cigarettes on lung tissue, but less is known about how e-cigarette use affects the skin. To find out more, researchers culled the literature to better define the dermatological burden of e-cigarettes and vaping. Here’s what they found : Vaping and AD: What’s the link? Smoking is known to increase the risk of developing atopic dermatitis (AD), even in adolescents.