Cosmetic Vs Medical Needling
Dr Lance Setterfield is researching the effects of dermal rolling of the epidermis (cosmetic needling) and dermis (medical needling) combined with pharmaceutical and homeopathic medications read more
Dr Lance Setterfield is researching the effects of dermal rolling of the epidermis (cosmetic needling) and dermis (medical needling) combined with pharmaceutical and homeopathic medications read more
Say NO to sunbeds
While tanning booths and sunbeds are a popular revenue earner in beauty salons, little thought is given to the damage they can caused to the cells of the skin through prolonged use. read more
While tanning booths and sunbeds are a popular revenue earner in beauty salons, little thought is given to the damage they can caused to the cells of the skin through prolonged use. read more
Epidemic of Over-Exfoliation
I have a concern; and that is, we are observing an epidemic of over-exfoliation in the beauty therapy industry. It is the lets peel it mind set that so many therapists have as a first choice treatment modality that is my greatest concern. read more
I have a concern; and that is, we are observing an epidemic of over-exfoliation in the beauty therapy industry. It is the lets peel it mind set that so many therapists have as a first choice treatment modality that is my greatest concern. read more
Collagen Stimulating Supplements
Therapists have been recommending Omegas for many years, knowing the benefits and that good cellular health will result in a healthy epidermis. read more
Therapists have been recommending Omegas for many years, knowing the benefits and that good cellular health will result in a healthy epidermis. read more
The cause of Rosacea - a breakthrough!
Acne rosacea appears to be caused by an overly zealous innate immune response and not by bacteria.Dr Richard L. Gallo, M.D., Ph.D., has made some interesting discoveries.... read more
Acne rosacea appears to be caused by an overly zealous innate immune response and not by bacteria.Dr Richard L. Gallo, M.D., Ph.D., has made some interesting discoveries.... read more
Dehydration - Real or misdiagnosed?
Dehydration has perhaps been the most bandied about terminology used to describe a variety of skin conditions where lack of moisture is evident. read more
Dehydration has perhaps been the most bandied about terminology used to describe a variety of skin conditions where lack of moisture is evident. read more
Peptides: More than Transmitters & Hormones
Peptides play a major role in the development of anti aging cosmetics. They occur naturally and are quite often found as messenger proteins and hormones. read more
Peptides play a major role in the development of anti aging cosmetics. They occur naturally and are quite often found as messenger proteins and hormones. read more
Nanotechnology & Skin Care
We are hearing the term Nanotechnology used more frequently in marketing of skin care products, and while the term sounds like it belongs in robotics and science fiction, it is rapidly becoming a reality in medicine and skin care. read more
We are hearing the term Nanotechnology used more frequently in marketing of skin care products, and while the term sounds like it belongs in robotics and science fiction, it is rapidly becoming a reality in medicine and skin care. read more
Cellular Respiration
In our dealings with clients and their skin concerns, we often see skins that are sluggish, sallow, sick looking, devitalised who would like their skin to have a radiance. Many clients face stress, pollution, UV rays, air conditioning and other aggressions and we see their skins pay the price for it. read more
In our dealings with clients and their skin concerns, we often see skins that are sluggish, sallow, sick looking, devitalised who would like their skin to have a radiance. Many clients face stress, pollution, UV rays, air conditioning and other aggressions and we see their skins pay the price for it. read more
Evaluating the skin In this day and age, precision and accuracy is demanded in almost every profession, and a commonality with professionals is their reliance on measuring devices to ensure accuracy and integrity is maintained. read more
Image Based Skin Analysis
In a world where the quick fix and equally quicker answers to our appearance issues are demanded, it is no surprise that technologies are being constantly developed to satisfy that need. Skin analysis is one of those areas, read more
In a world where the quick fix and equally quicker answers to our appearance issues are demanded, it is no surprise that technologies are being constantly developed to satisfy that need. Skin analysis is one of those areas, read more
LED Phototherapy
In the ever-increasing modalities of skin treatment therapies comes LED Photomodulation, the latest form of Phototherapy. read more
In the ever-increasing modalities of skin treatment therapies comes LED Photomodulation, the latest form of Phototherapy. read more
A commitment to training
The role of a modern, professional beauty therapist and aesthetician is complex to say the least. Not only does she require the para-medical training of a nurse but is now expected to understand technical product chemistry and pharmaceutical ... read more
The role of a modern, professional beauty therapist and aesthetician is complex to say the least. Not only does she require the para-medical training of a nurse but is now expected to understand technical product chemistry and pharmaceutical ... read more
Hormones & the skin
The agony of adolescent acne, the irritation of pre-menstrual breakouts, the burden or bloom of our skin during pregnancy and the changes experienced at menopause. What do these skin conditions have in common? Sex hormones. read more
The agony of adolescent acne, the irritation of pre-menstrual breakouts, the burden or bloom of our skin during pregnancy and the changes experienced at menopause. What do these skin conditions have in common? Sex hormones. read more
Professionals know their products
It has been a long time since I have been really critical of beauty therapists; I understand just how diverse the daily tasks are and yet how highly specialised the role is... read more
It has been a long time since I have been really critical of beauty therapists; I understand just how diverse the daily tasks are and yet how highly specialised the role is... read more
Hydroquinone: Cure or Curse?
Despite being banned for use in skin treatment products in over a dozen western and African countries, Hydroquinone is still used in the US and Canada for de-pigmentation (skin lightening) in formulations with concentrations of 2% over the counter and up to 4% by prescription. read more
Despite being banned for use in skin treatment products in over a dozen western and African countries, Hydroquinone is still used in the US and Canada for de-pigmentation (skin lightening) in formulations with concentrations of 2% over the counter and up to 4% by prescription. read more
Epidermal turnover: the 30 day myth There are two Questions I am often asked during my seminars that deserve an airing:If the epidermis is renewed every 30 days, why don't I have a beautiful and perfect new skin every month? read more
The Need For Quality Education Considering the state of poor, inconsistent aesthetics education in many under-graduate schools here in the United States, we feel that it is imperative to offer as much post-graduate advanced education as possible. read more
