Kim Gallo Esthetics

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

As an esthetician, one of the questions I'm most frequently asked by clients is whether or not it's safe to mix skincare products. People want to know which ingredients can be safely combined and which ones should be avoided. In this guide, I'll discuss which ingredients should and shouldn't be combined, and why.

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Renee Rouleau

OCTOBER 12, 2023

” Over my thirty-year career as an esthetician, I can confidently say that the development of horizontal lines on the neck has always been prevalent. Use the Right Active Ingredients Using skincare products with the right active ingredients can keep premature signs of aging—including tech neck–at bay.

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Enlightened Beauty

MARCH 24, 2025

Many new estheticians feel a mix of fear, pressure, and uncertainty when it comes to advanced treatments like peels. Theres something about chemical peels that can make even the most passionate esthetician pause. When youre working with active ingredients that can dramatically change someones skin, the margin for error feels scary.

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Lipgloss and Aftershave

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Sheri Flash , Master Esthetician, business consultant, and education advisor openly admits to being slightly obsessed with this medispa brand and their products. In addition, FACTORFIVE offers a LIFETIME money-back & satisfaction guarantee for all of its products which is ideal for any business owner or practicing esthetician.

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Lipgloss and Aftershave

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Lilac and Flint CEO offers some incredible tips on how to help clients who want anti-aging results with acne-safe ingredients. Lilac and Flint has created a list of Ingredients that hydrate without creating breakouts. You can also check out their 3 esthetician-approved products.

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Renee Rouleau

JANUARY 21, 2025

As both a 35 year esthetician and a skincare product formulator trained in cosmetic chemistry, what I know for sure is there are a lot of false hopes being sold about the latest and greatest miracle ingredients and its so easy to fall into the marketing hype. So, lets do a deep dive into this ingredient, shall we?

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Kim Gallo Esthetics

OCTOBER 12, 2023

As an esthetician with 20+ years of experience, I've seen it all when it comes to skincare. It's about embracing the natural aging process while using active ingredients and techniques that jumpstarts skin cells. Shop Now Remember, everyone's skin is unique and may require different products or ingredients.

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Renee Rouleau

JANUARY 19, 2024

If they all have access to the same ingredients, then what’s the difference? Attending ingredient trade shows, such as Supplier’s Day for formulators and chemists, exposes me to aisles teeming with individuals selling raw materials and prototypes. Though we all may use the same ingredients, the resulting flavor can vary drastically.

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Renee Rouleau

JUNE 13, 2024

As an esthetician with 35 years of experience with acne, I understand the challenge of finding the right products and ingredients to clear and prevent the appearance of breakouts. However, there is one ingredient that is my go-to because it truly works. Read on to learn all about my favorite ingredient, Tea Tree Oil.

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Renee Rouleau

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In 2024, in a market filled with numerous product options and complex ingredient lists, consumers have one simple question: How is this product going to address my skin concerns? In 2024, I think simple skincare products (with shorter ingredient lists and less complex formulas) may dominate the industry.

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Renee Rouleau

APRIL 18, 2024

Vitamin C, when used topically in a serum, is widely acclaimed as one of the best ingredients for brightening skin, boosting collagen production, and protecting skin against environmental damage. Enhances Skin Hydration This ingredient has also been shown to have moisturizing properties, helping increase hydration levels and plump skin.

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Renee Rouleau

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Glycerin is quite possibly one of the oldest skincare ingredients in existence. Chances are, if you pick up a personal care product, you’ll see glycerin somewhere on the ingredient list. It was drowned out by the hype about other hydrating ingredients, despite being just as effective. This is really only true of drying alcohols.

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Les Nouvelles Esthetics & Spa

JUNE 1, 2024

My esthetician room is my safe place, super cozy and welcoming to make anyone feel at home. Can you give a little information about your background as an esthetician? My esthetician journey started when I was 19, in 2019, and had no idea about skincare. I started researching on my own about skin, ingredients, formulation, etc.

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Eminence Organics

DECEMBER 24, 2024

We'll also look into the best products and ingredients to use when your skin is adapting to a dry climate. Packed with calming ingredients like sweet clover and stone crop, it works to reduce redness while jojoba oil delivers a serious boost of hydration. You can read more about what ingredients to avoid in this blog post.

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Lipgloss and Aftershave

JUNE 14, 2024

Tiffany Underwood is one of L+A’s 10 Estheticians To Watch! She’s an award-winning esthetician, she’s a medical spa owner, and she founded a non-profit for cancer patients! Tiffany became an esthetician in October of 2022 after dealing with a horrible case of cystic acne that was not responding to medications or topicals.

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Renee Rouleau

OCTOBER 20, 2023

From the sea to your skin, one ingredient that is rapidly gaining recognition for its numerous benefits in skincare is algae. While this may seem like an unconventional choice to some, this powerhouse ingredient is one I’ve been formulating with for many years. Yes, you read that right– algae! What Are Algae?

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Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics

JULY 25, 2024

Whether you’re thinking of becoming an esthetician or you’ve been working in the field for years, staying up to date on the latest advancements in the industry is crucial to keep yourself competitive and successful. Organic Ingredients & Masques The masque is one of the most common and practical applications in facial treatments.

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Les Nouvelles Esthetics & Spa

MAY 1, 2024

While scary at first, I was confident that my background in business management and my technical skills as an esthetician would lead to my success. What inspired you to become an esthetician? Farmhouse Fresh has high quality ingredients blended with organically grown herbs that come from their very own farm.

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Les Nouvelles Esthetics & Spa

JANUARY 31, 2024

Can you give a little information about your background as an esthetician? I have been a licensed esthetician for almost four years now! Aside from my own practice, I train estheticians through Patreon with a digital textbook I created. What inspired you to become an esthetician? Second, progressive not aggressive!

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Les Nouvelles Esthetics & Spa

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Can you give a little information about your background as an esthetician? I’ve been an esthetician for almost 30 years, also known as a Skincare Coach, and was highlighted in The New York Times. What inspire you to become an esthetician? combined with the most powerful cellular changing quality ingredients.

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Renee Rouleau

APRIL 5, 2024

This is a great concept to try out if you’re someone with sensitive skin, a compromised barrier, or are new to the ingredient. Alcohol-free toners are great because water acts as a carrier to deliver ingredients deep into your skin, but in this case, that’s probably not something you’re seeking. How Do You Sandwich Retinol?

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Renee Rouleau

OCTOBER 16, 2023

As an esthetician and product formulator with over 30 years of experience, I’m here to tell you that toners are extremely important and can benefit your skin in multiple ways—five ways to be exact. Read if you want to improve your skin, use these 20 active ingredients. They wonder, Is using a toner really worth it?

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Starpil Wax

JANUARY 12, 2024

If you’ve got the itch to start switching things up a bit and pursue your passions, you might be intrigued by the prospect of becoming an esthetician and being a part of people’s self-care processes. Table of Contents What is an Esthetician? Types of Estheticians What’s the Difference Between an Aesthetician and an Esthetician?

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Diane's Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

” Of course, this is a true statement but it’s not specific to you because all/most Estheticians feel that way. You can say something like, “I have always been curious about the skin, how it changes with age, which ingredients are used in products and why.”

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Kim Gallo Esthetics

JANUARY 15, 2024

I'm Kim Gallo, an esthetician and skincare expert with over two decades of experience in the industry. Some popular ingredients in topical treatments include benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, retinoids, and glycolic acid. We include products we think are useful for our readers. More on those in a bit! Book your appointment now !

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Skin Inc

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

As an esthetician, have you found yourself scrolling through social media and feeling frustrated by the often-misleading information on skin care treatments and products recommended by influencers without an esthetic license

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Renee Rouleau

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

It’s no news to me, an esthetician of 30+ years, that people neglect their necks when it comes to skincare. My best advice for those looking to postpone the onset of sagging is to use sunscreen and active skincare ingredients that encourage elasticity. Topical Options To Tighten The Neck While sagging is a natural (and normal!)

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Lori Crete

JANUARY 29, 2024

Today’s guest Sabrina Scott is an esthetician on a mission. Sabrina has been a licensed massage therapist for 22 years and a licensed master esthetician since 2019. ” – Sabrina Scott Save Save The post 196 Sabrina Scott – An Esthetician on a Mission appeared first on Lori Crete. They are cosmetologists.

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Eminence Organics

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The Best Skin Care Tricks From An Esthetician Looking for skin care tips and tricks from an esthetician? This is particularly important for products containing active ingredients, as heat and moisture can affect their potency. Additionally, kaolin clay in the mask acts gently to cleanse and remove the look of impurities.

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Renee Rouleau

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Since people are continually trying to mimic professional treatments at home, and a favorite of estheticians is a chemical peel, I predict at-home skin peels will be big in 2024 and I’m happy to encourage people how to do so. Next up, could algae be the skincare ingredient your skin has been searching for ? Let me explain.

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Lipgloss and Aftershave

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Their ingredient technology? By combining cutting-edge ingredient technology with targeted formulations, these products ensure that skin below the chin receives the same level of care and correction as the face. Mastiha Oil (exclusive to Lira Clinical) This Mediterranean wonder ingredient is basically skincares best-kept secret.

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Eminence Organics

OCTOBER 29, 2024

5 Benefits Of Pumpkin Face Masks According To An Expert You’re probably wondering why pumpkin is a sought-after ingredient and how estheticians use pumpkin in the treatment room. Using this ingredient helps alleviate skin care woes such as dehydration and redness caused by dryness.

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The Organic Esthetician

OCTOBER 26, 2019

We can use ingredients topically or internally that increase cellular respiration (our cell’s action of breathing) and we can increase blood flow, which is rich in oxygen, through massage and modalities like LED Light Therapy (which I’ve just added to the OE Facial Menu ). Disclaimer: While I am a licensed esthetician, I am not a doctor.

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Kim Gallo Esthetics

JUNE 26, 2023

As a seasoned esthetician with over 20 years of experience, I've seen firsthand how face masks can transform our skin and address a variety of concerns. How face masks work: The science made simple The Basics At their core, face masks are topical treatments that deliver concentrated ingredients directly to the skin's surface.

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Eminence Organics

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The Best Skin Care Tricks From An Esthetician Looking for skin care tips and tricks from an esthetician? This is particularly important for products containing active ingredients, as heat and moisture can affect their potency. Additionally, kaolin clay in the mask acts gently to cleanse and remove the look of impurities.

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Renee Rouleau

OCTOBER 11, 2023

This two-ingredient, two-step process is a quick and simple way to hydrate and soothe your face in a matter of minutes! Unlike regular water-based ice cubes that remain intact, toners often contain ingredients like glycerin and glycols, which can cause them to turn into slush if the quantity is too small.

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Kim Gallo Esthetics

MARCH 13, 2024

Opt for a product formulated with soothing ingredients, such as aloe vera or lavender, to calm any redness or inflammation. Use a non-drying formula that contains ingredients like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide to reduce inflammation and encourage a speedy recovery. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat dry.

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