Skin Training – Give Yourself the Gift of Knowledge

“Should I be providing micro-dermabrasion in my salon?” What can we do with new laser treatments?” “What are the benefits of Vitamin C and how can I harness that power for anti-aging treatments?” These are only some of the questions that I have been asked throughout my career about skin training. We, collectively as estheticians, need... Read more →

How to get Involved in Medical Esthetics?

More and more dermatologists and plastic surgeons are recognizing the contributions of estheticians to the well being of their clients. Many are even incorporating day spa services as part of their practices by either hiring full-time estheticians or developing an association with a day spa. Increasingly, dermatologists and plastic surgeons do not see... Read more →

Creating a Facial for Father’s Day >> Mens Grooming Products & Tips

With more men seeking out professional skincare services, spas and salons across the country are scrambling to create treatments targeting the male client. To be successful in capturing the male client, it is essential to offer a menu that is inviting and appealing to him. In the male eye, that means having the word “man” somewhere in the title.... Read more →

The Power of Touch: Getting Back to the Basics

Our best tools as estheticians are our hands. It is important to learn how to expertly use our hands by practicing proper facial massage techniques as well as learning facial anatomy. Knowledge of the facial muscles is imperative in conducting a superlative facial massage. Massage therapy offers a real solution for managing the anxiety and strain that... Read more →

Mature Aging Skin: What is Lydia’s Philosophy for Long Term Results?

On May 14, 2010, Skin Care expert Lydia Sarfati collected questions on Skin Care and answered many of them on video. Erin McDonough asked: Why does VC5 put so much emphasis on mature skin? I believe there should be some sort of marketing stating “all skin types” on this particular facial.since I have found in working with this product that... Read more →

The Science of Acne

Close to 85% of people will experience some form of acne in their lifetime. According to the Academy of Dermatology, acne is the most common skin disorder in the United States affecting 40-50 million Americans at one time.4 When people think of acne, they think of teenagers, but acne can affect many people through adulthood as well. Some estimate... Read more →

Tips on Safer Waxing

Everyone has thought about proper hair removal methods but wherever you go, for the most part no one really implements them. “Double Dipping” Should I wear gloves etc Dr. David R. Caprette PhD, department of biochemistry and cell biology at Rice University in Houston has expressed concern about how easily one can transfer a viable organism to a... Read more →

The Secrets to Healthy Aging

Right now, there are 78 Million Baby Boomers approaching Retirement Age. As a generation, Baby Boomers are doers so it is no wonder that they are not going to sit back and get “old” without putting up a fight. Even at the age previous generations retired to live out their years quietly, Baby Boomers are still working, loving, and fighting for... Read more →