Skin Care

LED for The Massage Therapist

Written by Pam Cushing

The healing powers of well-placed and experienced hands have been apparent and used for centuries in every culture to relieve pain and stiffness. The benefits and application of massage fell out of favor with the arrival of modern medicine. However, there is increasing interest in society by those seeking alternative therapies and many are turning to massage for hands-on relief of symptoms. A survey conducted…

Published in The LED Playbook

Can You Spot the Difference? Couperose Versus Rosacea

Written by Brenda Linday

These two conditions are often confused; however, they are two diverse skin concerns. Couperose skin presents as red, dry, and tight but is not inflamed. Meanwhile, rosacea symptoms include inflammation, flushing, papules, pustules, and in some cases, changes in the tissue itself. Couperose indicates the presence of weakened blood vessels, due to the lack of elasticity in the skin. Rosacea is a vascular disorder with…

Published in Skin ID

A Perfect Pairing: Microneedling and LED

Written by Pam Cushing

The pursuit of youthful skin, as well as a healthy glow is the desire of the of majority women. Very few are blessed with porcelain, blemish-free skin. It’s therefore no surprise that skin rejuvenation and the reduction of the signs of aging are the most frequent cosmetic requests that present to the professionals. The pursuit of youthful skin, as well as a healthy glow is…

Published in The LED Playbook

Consultations and Skin Analysis with Skin of Color

Written by Mary Nielsen

Your consultation with a client is absolutely the key interaction, no matter what the client’s skin color. Establishing your role as the skin care expert early on will build trust with the client. Ask the right questions, dig a little deeper, and learn as much about them during the first consultation as this will help prevent problems in the future, since you will have solid…

Published in Encompassing Ethnicity

Hand Washing: How Often, When, and Best Practice

Written by Brittany Facio

Though many of us understand the importance of hygiene in the workplace, some remain unaware of exactly why we practice these infection control protocols in the first place. As practitioners, we are tasked with utilizing those sanitation practices, to the best of our abilities to reduce the spread of illness and disease from one client to the next and to ourselves. Knowing when to wash…

Published in Spic and Span Spa