February, 2024

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20+ Years in the Skincare Industry: Advice From an Esthetician

Kim Gallo Esthetics

We include products we think are useful for our readers. If you buy through links on this page, we may earn a small commission As an esthetician, I’ve had the honor of witnessing the tides shift in the vast ocean of skincare, navigating the changing trends and technological breakthroughs that continually redefine the industry. My up-close-and-personal perspective allows me to share with you a treasure trove of guidance on how to maintain and enhance the health of your skin.

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Cutera Announces Limited International Commercial Release for AviClear

MedEsthetics

Following an enthusiastic reception at this year’s International Master Course on Aging Science (IMCAS) conference in Paris, France, AviClear is now commercially available, on a limited basis, in the U.K., Europe and Australia.

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2024 SALON TODAY 200: Compensation and Benefits

Salon Today

In Day 6 of the 2024 SALON TODAY 200, we present the honorees in Compensation and Benefits, including the team from These salons offer rewarding compensation and benefits programs and design transparent career paths that retain talent longer.

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Prejuvenation and Gen Z: The One Treatment Every Skin Needs

Lydia Sarfati

Combination skin is the most common skin type among our client base, many of them born from 1997 to 2012 and known as Generation Z. While this age group has been characterized as having little brand loyalty and trust, I believe that as estheticians, it is important to address the needs of this client, to say that we hear you, we listen to you and to ask what we can do for you.

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Meet 3 Top Performing Estheticians

Spa Industry Association

Lipgloss + Aftershave is the digital publication that focuses on news, reviews and education for the medical + spa skincare industries. We regularly feature top performing estheticians from the United States, Canada, Europe, the U.K and the Caribbean. These are estheticians that have been selected by product manufacturers, device manufacturers and distributors who are high performing medical + spa skincare professionals.

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The Skincare E-Summit Replay

The Eco Well Blog

The Skincare E-Summit was an interactive and curated event to give a cross section of the current state of the science of skincare, and happened on February 25th. This blog has the full replay + all the individual presentations and their respective PDF slides. While this event was free of charge, our attempt is to make all of our summits top tier, competing with the highest quality conferences.

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Cutera Announces Limited International Commerical Release for AviClear

MedEsthetics

Following an enthusiastic reception at this year’s International Master Course on Aging Science (IMCAS) conference in Paris, France, AviClear is now commercially available, on a limited basis, in the U.K., Europe and Australia.

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2024 SALON TODAY 200: Employee Education

Salon Today

It's Day 4 of our 2024 SALON TODAY 200 Alerts, and time to meet the honorees in the category of Employee Education. These owners, including Debra Penzone of PENZONE Salons + Spas in Columbus, Ohio, know that education is a career-long process that helps new team members develop their skills and confidence and seasoned staff continually stretch creatively.

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Cardamom and Tahini Granola

Alison Bladh

Today, I’ve got a special treat for you – a homemade granola recipe that’s not only scrumptious but also packed with nutrients to support your well-being, especially during midlife. This Cardamom and Tahini Granola is a delightful mix of wholesome oats, nuts, and seeds, all spiced up with the warm, aromatic flavour of cardamom. It’s perfect for a comforting breakfast or a midday snack.

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Niacinamide 101: Why This Ingredient Is an All-Star

The Glow Edit

Niacinamide isn’t exactly new to the skincare scene. It’s been a supporting actor for awhile — and only recently has it come into the spotlight as the headliner ingredient, as it is in our Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops and Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Hue Drops , highlighting serums that offers legit skincare benefits and can be used as a highlighter, primer, or however you want to use it.

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Korean Skin Care is Exploding in Popularity

Skin Inc

skincare trends, beauty trends, beauty consumer, skincare, skin health, Fresha, beauty trend report, skincare ingredients, Korean Beauty, Korean Skin Care, glass skin, dewy skin

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Are you charging enough?

Beauty Launchpad

Are you charging more or less than the rest? Join this free color pricing study to find out what other stylists are charging for the top color services and see how your prices and policies compare.

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AAD Releases Updated Guidelines for Management of Acne Vulgaris

MedEsthetics

The American Academy of Dermatology made strong recommendations for topical benzoyl peroxide, retinoids, and/or antibiotics and their fixed-dose combinations and for oral doxycycline.

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2024 SALON TODAY 200: Customer Service

Salon Today

In Day 3 of the 2024 SALON TODAY 200, meet the salons in the category of Customer Service. These honorees, including Eneth and Michell Eubanks, founders of MW Salon in Ovideo, Florida, know that customer service impacts the overall experience, and salons and spas that deliver it with each and every visit boost sales, as well as client loyalty.

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What longevity means to spa, wellness & hospitality leaders

Spa Executive

Longevity and healthspan are hot topics in the hospitality wellness industry. Some thought leaders share what longevity means to them. Longevity in wellness is a concept that emphasizes not just living longer, but also living better. It’s about enhancing the quality of life as we age, focusing on health and well-being in a holistic manner. This concept, also known as “healthspan,” has gained significant importance in recent years.

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Is Your Pillowcase Causing Acne Breakouts?

First Derm

Is Your Pillowcase Causing Acne Breakouts? We wake up, go about our daily routine, and come back to relax in our comfortable beds. But those irritating pimples have been bothering you for the past several days, even after intense skin care regimens. A possible culprit? Your pillowcase. Pillowcases Accumulate Bacteria When not washed frequently, pillowcases contribute to acne breakouts because of the accumulation of bacteria, dirt, and oils.

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Beyond Hyaluronic Acid: Unveiling Unexpected Ingredients in Skincare

Spa Industry Association

The quest for radiant, healthy skin can lead us down fascinating paths, uncovering potent ingredients from the depths of nature and even hidden corners of our kitchens. While familiar names like hyaluronic acid and vitamin C hold their place, some unique newcomers are shaking up the skincare scene, offering surprising yet effective solutions. Let’s delve into the world of unexpected but useful ingredients that might just become your next skincare staples: 1.

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Introducing Malibu Metaversity, an Innovative Hair Education Platform

Beauty Launchpad

Discover the future of hair education with Malibu Metaversity! Immerse yourself in the science of hair care, mastering the use of Malibu C's renowned products in one platform. Download now for a transformative learning experience!

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Korean Skin Care is Exploding in Popularity

MedEsthetics

skincare trends, beauty trends, beauty consumer, skincare, skin health, Fresha, beauty trend report, skincare ingredients, Korean Beauty, Korean Skin Care, glass skin, dewy skin

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2024 SALON TODAY 200: Philanthropy and Retail and Merchandising

Salon Today

In our first day of SALON TODAY 200 announcements, we introduce you to the 2024 honorees in two categories: Philanthropy, and Retail and Merchandising. The first group, like Hi Texture Hair Salon in Lawrenceville, Georgia, search their communities for causes where their time, talent and money can enact the most positive change. The second have learned to pull the whole team together to master the retail game.

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How to Create Privacy & Peace in a Spa Interior with Pelo West

Skin Inc

The spa’s owner, Kaitlyn Kubert, sat down with Skin Inc. to discuss the importance of creating a space that you love, along with how to create a location that helps clients find privacy and peace.

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How To Read A Skincare Ingredient List (Even If You Hate Science)

Beautiful With Brains - Ingredients

Ever wondered how to read a skincare ingredient list? The law is clear: beauty products must declare their ingredients on the packaging. It’s to keep you safe. If you know something’s in there’s bad for you, you won’t buy it. Crisis averted. Except… How the heck are you supposed to make sense of that incomprehensible […] The post How To Read A Skincare Ingredient List (Even If You Hate Science) appeared first on Beautiful With Brains.

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From Conjunctivitis to Itch Control: RAD Research to Keep an Eye on

Dermatology Times

Learn more about dupilumab-induced conjunctivitis rates and misconceptions, the thriving long-term efficacy of dupilumab over 3 years, and unraveling the itch-flare dynamic in abrocitinib treatment.

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Get to Know Vann Studio in Seattle, WA

Beauty Launchpad

Here, Lisa Vann introduces us to Vann Studio in Seattle, WA, established in 1983 with Vann joining the team in 1987 and becoming the sole owner in 2008.

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Beauty Lounge Medical Spa Introduces Personalized Bio-Identical Hormone Pellet Therapy

MedEsthetics

spa treatments, customizable treatment, medspa, skincare, treatment rooms, wellness, hormone therapy, menopause, menopause symptoms, fatigue, women's health

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Unveiling the Angel Cut: A Hair Salon Trend with a Lifesaving Message

Salon Today

Patrice Arriaga, a licensed cosmetologist and AAS Beauty and Wellness student at Mesa Community College, has written a blog on the topic of domestic violence and how it impacts stylists, discussing how "The Angel Cut" can be a silent signal and call for help.

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5 Gen Z Skin Care Trends

Skin Inc

skin care trends, social media skin care trends, tiktok skin care trends, tiktok skin care, LED light trend, DIY microneedling trend, pore vaccuming trend, internal skin care trend, internal skin care, skin slugging trend

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Are You Applying The Right Amount Of Each Skincare Product?

Beautiful With Brains - Skincare

Ever wondered what’s the right amount of each skincare product to use? Back in the day, I was a huge Girls Aloud fan back in the day (I’m going somewhere with this, I swear). My music taste is a little more grown up these days, but I still listen to them when I work out. […] The post Are You Applying The Right Amount Of Each Skincare Product?

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A New Consensus on Assessing Alopecia

Dermatology Times

The global Alopecia Areata Severity and Morbidity Index (ASAMI) Study identified factors including scalp hair loss and other outcomes to use when determining the extent of the condition.

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How-To: Break Up With a Client

Beauty Launchpad

Chief Business Officer for Gloss Genius Leah Cohen-Shohet shares her advice for knowing when to break up with a client this Valentine's Day.

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