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Dear Professional Skincare Training:  When using chemical exfoliants in my skincare treatments, how can I tell the difference between the skin “frosting” and the skin “blanching”

Pro Skin Care Training

by Arlene White Have you ever purchased a wart or corn remover, like Compound W, over the counter? When you apply the product onto the treatment area, the skin turns white after a few minutes. Most of these over-the-counter products contain Salicylic Acid. A “frost” is common with Salicylic acid peels, Jessner’s solutions, and other […]

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Skin HIIT – A Skin Barrier Breakdown Workout for Your Skin

Renee Rouleau

The concept of a HIIT workout (high-intensity interval training) is all about working really, really hard and then recovering. Step 2: Next, use a gentle exfoliating facial scrub (like Triple Berry Smoothing Scrub ) to physically buff and lift off any remaining dry cells. It’s the “no pain, no gain” philosophy.

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Renée Predicts the 6 Biggest Skincare Trends of 2023

Renee Rouleau

In her version, Dr. Bowe says night one is for exfoliation, night two is for a retinoid, and then nights three and four are all about hydrating and nourishing to strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier. While I don’t think this is the best idea due to the risk of irritation, it’s true that exfoliating acids can help reduce odor.

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3 Ways That a Master Esthetics Course Will Help Your Career 

Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics

Here at Atelier Esthetique, some of the advanced classes our Master Course students take include: Aromatherapy Brazilian Waxing Chemical Peels/Exfoliation Laser and IPL Hair Removal Microdermabrasion …and much more! Get our most in-depth training and become a master esthetician. Everyone is a winner! Enroll today !

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The Four Types of Skin Discoloration – And How to Get Rid of Them FASTER

Renee Rouleau

Since the goal is to put melanin cells to sleep so they can fade, a lot of people work their skin into overdrive by over-exfoliating at home and getting too aggressive with chemical peels and microneedling procedures only to find that in doing so, they actually keep those cells awake. Say hello to more even-toned skin The Rene Way.

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A Board-Certified Dermatologist's Skin Care Secrets

Eminence Organics

Over-exfoliation, skipping moisturizer and neglecting SPF can further strip away essential hydration, leaving skin vulnerable and reactive. Many people over-exfoliate or strip their skin with harsh cleansing products. To cut through the noise, we turned to Dr. Alison Dempsey , a board-certified dermatologist based in New York City.

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There Are So Many Skincare Lines– Is One Better Than Another?

Renee Rouleau

Some are smooth for everyday use, while others use gentle exfoliating beads to provide exfoliation on days your skin needs a boost. Some are light and airy which are perfect for oily skin, while others are thick and creamy to provide extra nourishment.

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