Most know that nuts as a food are healthy to add to our diets, but we are beginning to see more nuts and their oils in our skin care products. Most oils are full of omegas, fatty acids, antioxidants and other minerals that repair and protect the skin at various levels, providing a variety of … Read more
Extract from the common daisy may help with myriad skin and health issuesKnown as the common daisy or English daisy, Bellis perennis L. is not just another pretty flower in the professional skin care industry. A member of the Asteraceae family, the genus name, Bellis, from the Latin word bella, means beautiful, and perennis means … Read more
Globally, ingredients to brighten and lighten the skin are highly sought after by clients. Every skin type can experience a variety of different types of pigmentation including brown spots, discoloration, redness, or pigmented areas. Pigmentation can be caused by several issues, like sun damage, medications, cosmetic intolerance syndrome, hormonal issues, and more… Access Full PDF … Read more
Cult Favorite Product Get’s A Nick NameOk, Hale & Hush has become the breakout cult product line for 2019. It won 3 L+A Fav Awards this year and has become the go-to companion line because it’s a sensitive skin line that works well with virtually every other brand. Loved by so many, the brand’s key … Read more
In April, we learned that the Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) was focusing on Oncology Skincare during the month of June and we were eager to learn how we could take part. We’ve worked with several skincare brands and professionals that dedicate their purpose to helping those dealing with cancer treatments…before, during and after. Several … Read more
Mirabilis jalapa extract can offer big relief for sensitive skinMirabilis jalapa, a tropical flowering herb once used by the Aztecs as medicine, is gaining momentum as an active skin care ingredient, especially for products developed for sensitive skin. More commonly known as the “marvel of Peru” or the “four o’clock flower” (because its flowers open … Read more
Loaded with fatty acids and antioxidants, marula oil is a powerful ingredientMarula oil, with its powerful mix of antioxidants, skin-loving vitamins, and anti-inflammatory properties, is an ingredient you should have in your treatment room. Marula oil has a clear, light yellow color and nutty smell. The oil can be used on its own as a … Read more
Help clients reduce inflammation and control excess oil with white willow extract.There are several species of willow trees, each with their own unique extract. The type most commonly used in skin care is derived from white willow bark. The extract comes from the white willow tree (Salix alba), a medium-to-large perennial deciduous species. The name … Read more
I almost called this story the “Little Black Dress Of Skincare”. See I was going to be all like, OMG, it’s so versatile. It can be casual and laid back or super dressy. Then I thought of the Lulu lemon pants that I dress up with fierce loafers and a blazer when I speak at … Read more
Psoriasis is a common skin condition that speeds up the lifecycle of skin cells and causes cells to build up rapidly on the surface of the skin. The extra skin cells form scales and red patches that are itchy and sometimes painful.1 Scientists believe that at least 10% of people inherit one or more of … Read more
Many people associate hormonal fluctuations with women and teens, but these chemical messengers go up and down in all walks of life—male and female, as well as young and old. It is important for skincare professionals to be knowledgeable about hormones for a number of reasons. Being able to associate hormonal fluctuations with the phases … Read more
The beauty industry is always changing. There is a constant influx of new modalities and ingredient technologies being launched in the spa market, as well as in the mass market. Knowing what your clients are doing and using is critical to bringing them skin care success and avoiding adverse reactions. The good news is skin … Read more
Calm your clients’ sensitive skin with these psoriasis spa therapy tips.Psoriasis is a skin condition that estheticians are seeing more often these days in the treatment room. Psoriasis is an immune-mediated disease that causes raised, red, scaly patches to appear on the skin. It’s a disease that comes and goes. At this time, there is … Read more
