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In The Know|News|Sep 28, 2012

Renew How-To: Scandinavian Hydrating Mini Pedicure

company: Nordic Care/877-588-3700/www.nordiccare.com target results: To obtain optimal hydration, restore skin and maintain healthy cell renewal. service summary: 1. Apply 1 oz of the Herbal Soak to foot spa. Soak for 8 to 10 minutes. Exfoliating properties in the soak loosens skin and breaks

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In The Know|News|Sep 28, 2012

Renew How-To: Refining Pre & Post Peel Treatment

company: SkinCeuticals/800-811-1660/www.skinceuticals.com target conditions: This treatment helps to prepare client’s skin for chemical peels, laser, IPL, microdermabrasion, and other non-invasive procedures, as well as protecting stimulated skin post-procedure. service summary: 1.

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In The Know|News|Sep 28, 2012

Renew How-To: Sea Salt Glow Body Exfoliation

company: Cures by Avancé/800-777-SKIN (7546) www.curesbyavance.com target conditions: Great pre-treatment to spray tanning, or dry, dehydrated skin. service summary: 1. Have client lie on his/her side, facing away from you. Use three drops of Anti-Stress Remedy and lightly massage up the spine.

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In The Know|News|Sep 28, 2012

Renew How-To: High-Brow Treatment

company: Mineral Mine/800-338-1423/www.mineral-mine.com target results: Clean, groomed eyebrows. service summary: 1.Remove the pack of 3 different stencils from the box and choose the shape that is closest to client’s natural brow shape by holding them up over her brow with your fingers in

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In The Know|News|Sep 28, 2012

Renew How-To: Vita Cura 5 Phase Firming Facial with Micropeel

company: Repêchage/800-248-SKIN/www.repechage.com target conditions: Mature, sun-damaged skin. service summary: 1. Place Eye Rescue Pads over eyes. Using brush, apply Enzymatic Micropeel onto cleansed skin. Keep treatment wet with Algo Mist. Do not steam. Leave treatment on for 5 to 7 minutes.

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In The Know|News|Sep 28, 2012

Light Therapy Glossary

If you’re interested in working in a medispa, one of the best things you can do is familiarize yourself with the treatments and the jargon that accompany them. For a look at what’s what in light therapy, you can check out this handy guide put together by Lumiere Light Therapie/Photo

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In The Know|News|Sep 28, 2012

What is a medispa?

A medical spa is a facility that operates under the full-time, on-site supervision of a licensed health care professional. The facility operates within the scope of practice of its staff, and offers traditional, complementary, and alternative health practices and treatments in a spa-like setting.

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In The Know|News|Sep 28, 2012

Fighting acne with lasers and light therapy

With the high percentage of adult acne sufferers, you’re likely to have more than one or two patients that deal with breakouts. It’s estimated that acne affects about 25 percent of adult men and 50 percent of adult women at some point in their lives – but with advances beyond just

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In The Know|News|Sep 28, 2012

Permanent Treatment

Permanent cosmetics are a growing segment of the professional beauty industry, as more people discover the benefits of the procedures. Also referred to as micropigmentation, the treatment deposits colored pigments into the skin to help solve any number of cosmetic problems. If you’re interested

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In The Know|News|Sep 28, 2012

A Guide for Success

Resources for estheticians who want to work in a medical setting are slim. But luckily for those considering that career path, there are some books for you. Published by Milady, the tomes include The Clinical Esthetician: An Insiders Guide to Succeeding in a Medical Office and Medical Terminology: A

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In The Know|News|Sep 28, 2012

All about-Chemical Peels

When it comes to chemical peels, there’s a lot to talk about. Depending on the results desired, there are many different types of peels that can be used – with varying degrees of depth, recovery time and beautiful results. Here is a look at the three main types of peels, what they are used

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In The Know|News|Sep 28, 2012

Dental Work at the Day Spa

Gone are the days of anxiety-inducing trips to the dentist – that is, if you’re going to one of the several dental spas that have cropped up around the country over the last couple of years. Industry research from SpaFinder estimates that there are now over 100 “pure” dental

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In The Know|News|Sep 28, 2012

Product Spotlight: Take-Home Light Therapy

Helping patients enhance their skin care results at home through retail has been a required element of treatment in the medispa. Now, patients and their doctors can take the in-between-appointments maintenance to the next level with the first FDA-cleared, non-invasive, portable light therapy at-home

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In The Know|News|Sep 28, 2012

GLOBAL SALON BUSINESS AWARDS HEAD TO BARCELONA

The 2006 Global Salon Business Forum and Awards, the salon business education, recognition and networking seminar, will be held June 3-6 in Barcelona.     The event is produced by the B.E.S.T. Foundation (Business Education for Salons Today), a non-profit organization that supports the growth of the

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In The Know|News|Sep 28, 2012

Renews: Six Quick Ways to Get Referrals

Everyone wants to learn how to get more referrals for their business. And who can blame them? There is no less expensive way to get new clients other than your current clients referring other clients to you, so in fact they're your salespeople.     But it's not just the fact that you get more clients

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In The Know|News|Sep 28, 2012

Celebrate Success

How do you grow your business today? This is a question every salon owner must wrestle with, and one every wise salon professional considers as well.     Growth requires vision, discipline and more often than not, a bit of daring. Take those qualities, apply smart marketing strategies, solid business

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In The Know|News|Sep 28, 2012

Renews: Nice Touch

Tips Without bikini waxes, soothing after-sun body wraps and cellulite treatments, your summer sales might be in a slump. But going that extra mile with fun extras will keep your clients' dollars coming back even as the temperature falls.   Quick Quenchers:  As the weather turns cool and dry,

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