How Diet Affects Skin
Healthy skin starts from within! Read to learn how diet affects aging skin, the benefits of antioxidants and whole foods, and tips on how to maintain a proper diet.
13 Tips and Tricks All Estheticians Must Know
As estheticians, we play an important role in other’s lives and it’s more than just helping people look and feel amazing. We have the privilege of working with our client’s skin very closely, and serving as their expert when it comes to education about skin care. Although our industry is one that is ever-changing, there are certain ideas and concepts that all estheticians must know. Here are 13 tips and tricks that I strongly believe every esthetician must carry with them throughout their career.
Hyperpigmentation: Top Questions Answered
Seeing spots? Although the sun isn’t the only cause of dark spots, this time of year is a popular time for clients to come into the spa seeking a solution for their uneven skin tone. Lydia Sarfati answers top questions relating to hyperpigmentation, dark spots and dull, uneven skin.
Hybrid Peels: A New Type of Chemical Peel for Great Results and Less Irritation
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, there were 1.3 million chemical peel procedures in 2016, up 5 percent from 2014 and 14 percent since 2000. Just as peels are becoming more and more prevalent, so are signs of irritation and possible over-exfoliation. In fact, irritated, over-exfoliated skin from over-aggressive peels, or at-home peels performed incorrectly are now main reasons clients come to see an esthetician. To avoid over exfoliation, today there are gentle and effective hybrid peels available for estheticians to perform that cost less and provide real results without the irritation.
Hyperpigmentation: Are Age Spots the New Wrinkles?
While historically women and men would come to the salon or spa at the sight of their first wrinkle, age spots that show up on face, hands and chest, are driving in more and more clients. Not only is the incidence of age spots increasing, the demographic is getting younger! Learn about the science behind age spots, what causes them, and professional treatments for age spots.
Thalassotherapy: The Benefits of Seaweed and Seawater
Your spa doesn’t need to be located near the ocean to provide your client with the benefits of the sea. Learn about the benefits of seaweed and seawater and how you can create thalassotherapy-like treatments using professional seaweed-based face and body treatments.
Dry Brushing: 10 Things You Need to Know
Dry brushing, as a method of cleaning and exfoliating the skin, has been around for thousands of years. Recently, dry brushing has become popular as a supplement to other healthy lifestyle practices such as yoga and meditation. Whether you are considering using a dry brush method in the salon, or at home, here is important information to know to garner the most benefits.
Acne & Problem Skin: How to Perform Extractions
According to the American Academy of Dermatology, about 40 million to 50 million Americans have acne at one time, making it the most common skin condition in the United States. Performing consistent effective facial treatments will not only benefit the client’s overall appearance, but will also help bolster their self-esteem. While estheticians do not diagnose or treat acne, they must be aware of this skin condition and know how to properly provide a facial for problem skin.
Summer Skin Care: Top Questions Answered
Summer is one of the most problematic times of year for our skin – many clients experience overexposure to the sun, uneven skin tone, skin redness, and problem skin. Learn how to address these skin concerns and skin care advice you can offer to clients.
How to Transform Cracked Heels for Sandal Season | Exfoliating Foot Treatment
It’s sandal season! What foot treatments are you offering to help clients slip on flip flops or strappy, sexy sandals? Learn about an easy exfoliating foot treatment hat transforms dry, cracked heels into smooth, soft skin! This simple protocol can implemented as a solo service or incorporated into pedicure services at your spa or salon.
What Happens to Your Skin After a Facial? | The Benefits of Facials
What happens after a facial? Why is getting a facial good for your skin? Learn the main benefits of a facial that one can expect after seeing an esthetician.
The Rise of Skin Care for Men | Spa Treatments for Men
Are you catering to men at your business? You may think that men and women are not equal when it comes to valuing their own personal appearance, which is actually true – personal appearance is actually more important to men!
How to Grow Your Business – Advice for First Time Spa Owners
As a first time spa owner, things can be overwhelming, especially if you come from an esthetic background. It’s quite an adjustment from doing treatments on clients to managing a business. As a spa consultant, I want to lend my advice that I share with first time business owners that can help make this adjustment easier.
Professional Sheet Masks: The Newest Kind of Express Facial
Learn about the benefits of incorporating sheet masks into a facial and about new express facial treatment options for your salon or spa business.
Natural Skin Care: Why to Go Natural in 2018
Learn natural skin care trends, proven natural ingredients, and what skin care treatments made with natural ingredients estheticians can offer.
Sleep Deprivation: How Estheticians Can Help You Sleep More
Estheticians can help promote healthy sleep habits to reduce sleep deprivation and counteract the negative effects of sleep loss on the skin’s appearance.
Are Your Sleeping Enough? Why Sleep is Important for Beauty and Wellness
If you think losing a little sleep now and then is no big deal, think again. Consistently not getting enough sleep contributes to a sleep debt in your bodily system, which can accumulate enough to cause serious impairment of functioning.
How to Perform Facial Massage | Facial Massage Benefits
Facial massage has a plethora of benefits for your client’s appearance and health. When done correctly, facial massage helps to provide your clients with glowing, healthy looking complexions. Learn the proper techniques for facial massage.
Spa Business: 5 Ways to Get New Clients
To increase profits, gaining new clients is essential. Read 5 key things all spa businesses must do to build a clientele.
3 Spa Treatments All Clients Will Love | Valentine’s Day Facials
February is the time to show your client’s some love! From millennials to clients with mature skin, I want to share some of the best seaweed-based treatments combined with other natural ingredients to highlight as your Valentine’s Day facials that are guaranteed to be loved by all! Read below to find out what’s to love and who will love them.
Dry Skin vs. Eczema: What’s the Difference and How to Address these Skin Concerns
Two of the most common concerns we see as estheticians in the winter months are dry skin and eczema. Despite having some similarities, there is a difference between these two concerns. Read below as I discuss the differences between dry skin and eczema, the causes, and how to address these skin concerns.
Facial Treatment Spotlight: The NEW Repêchage Peel and Glow Facial
Looking for a new treatment that all skin types can benefit from to add to your spa menu? Learn about our newest facial treatment, recently featured by American Spa Magazine, that combines a cream facial peel and seaweed and peptide sheet mask: the Repêchage Peel and Glow Facial.
Why to Buy Professional Skin Care?
Why should one choose professional skin care over mass brands sold online, or in a drug store or department stores? Learn what make professional skin care far superior to non-professional brands and the best way to purchase professional skin care.
What Makes a Great Esthetician: Do You Measure Up?
When it comes to clients finding an esthetician let’s face it – they have options. So, the million dollar question is: How do you attract new clients and earn loyal ones? For starters, you MUST exemplify certain essential qualities that make a great esthetician – one that is qualified, and professional. Read as I discuss what these qualities are, and ask yourself if you measure up to these standards.
Does Oily Skin Need a Moisturizer? | Oily Problem Skin Tips
Those of us with oily skin fight the constant battle of reducing the appearance of shine and oil. For this skin type, many shudder at the thought of putting anything emollient on their face for fear of increasing oil and the slick look they are trying to diminish. Is this way of thinking correct – should you avoid moisturizing if you have oily skin? Read to learn the answer and why this is so.