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5 Tips for a Profitable Holiday Season

With the holidays right around the corner, right now can be an extremely stressful time for any salon or spa. As a salon or spa owner, you may be wondering how you can alleviate some of that stress. My answer: Preparation! In order to maximize your earnings and have your business operations run smoothly during the holidays, you must be ready for the occasion.

How to Plan a Successful Holiday Spa Event: Be Prepared!

With holiday season just around the corner, it’s time to start planning a special event for your salon or spa to introduce your holiday offerings! ‘Tis the season for gifting and shopping, and a spa event is a great way to get clients in your spa to purchase gift certificates, retail products, and schedule spa services for themselves or their loved ones. A lot of work goes into planning a successful event, and if you are not prepared it will show. Here I’m sharing a timeline to keep you on track for a successful holiday spa event.

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.

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.

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.