The Real Purpose of Makeup
It is generally true that most people eat with care…As part of a daily routine, most women use makeup to enhance their appearance. According to statistics, one in three women will not leave home...
View ArticleMale Clientele: A Growth Opportunity
The trend spans over a generation and solidifies. As years…NO LONGER NICHEMen’s skin care is not a niche market anymore. It is no longer embarrassing for men to use skin care products or get a facial....
View ArticleCatering to the Man
The quest for clear skin is no longer consigned to…Some men are even taking skin care to the point of treating skin problems before they begin. Wow, now that is an evolving market!Skin care is the...
View ArticleThe Pathogenesis of Acne
A simple definition of acne is that it is a…In our Western culture, the journey from pre-adolescent to teenager into adulthood unveils numerous hormone changes that strongly affect the pilosebaceous...
View Article10 Things About... Childhood Acne
Acne is becoming more common in children ages seven to…These days, the negative psychological impact on self-esteem and risk of permanent scarring are well-known. Many parents are driven to find...
View ArticleConfessions of a Work-a-holic
“I believe in maniacs. I believe in type A’s. I…The BadHi, my name is Antonia and I am a work-a-holic. I wake up in the morning and check work e-mail and social media while I am still in bed. Sometimes...
View ArticlePhytotherapy
Beauty comes from wellness. Wellness can be found through nature…The term phytotherapy was coined by a French physician by the name of Henry Leclerc. Phytotherapy means plant medicine, from the Greek...
View ArticleHow Leaving Makeup on Overnight Impacts Skin
We all have those nights when we are just too…The range of reactions varied widely from swelling around the eyes, red blotches on the face, and overall dullness. Measurements taken using...
View ArticleToxic Sugar and Skin: What You Do Not Know Can Age You
Roses are red, violets are blue, sugar is sweet, and…Part of the challenge is the ubiquity of sugar in the diet. Cruise down almost any aisle in a supermarket and you would think you are sailing on the...
View ArticleSteam and Sauna Bath Therapies
Saunas and steam baths are hyperthermic procedures earning a special…Sweat baths were very popular in central and eastern Europe among the Slavs. The popularity of sweat baths spread to the west, where...
View ArticleSkin Care MYTHS: Chocolate makes you break out.
STATEMENT: Chocolate makes you break out. Facts: Cacao beans, which…Most chocolate on store shelves, however, has been processed with sugar, dairy, soy, and other ingredients. Sugar and dairy are two...
View ArticleRecipe Box: Bikini Ready Face & Body Polish
This recipe is so simple, yet fabulous! Ingredients: 1 box…Directions:Fill small jars or bottles with baking soda and give to your clients for a gift as a get-ready-for the-beach-treat. Add a raffia...
View ArticleIs the Internet Eating Away at Your Retail Sales?
Today’s purchasing environment is very different than it was 10…While some owners and aestheticians complain that everyone is stealing their business, others have thought outside the box, taken...
View ArticleTopical Delivery: Are We There Yet?
Topical delivery platforms in cosmetic formulations can target specific skin…While offering additional cosmetic benefits, versatile platforms can be applied as delivery vehicles for high molecular...
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