Christine Valmy-A Legend in Aesthetics Christine Valmy has dedicated her life to youth and the ultimate in skin care. She is the originator of the skin care industry in this country, a fact which led the 92nd Congress of the United States to award her a citation for fostering skin care as a profession in America. Because of this and countless other international and national…

Catherine Hinds- A Legend in Aesthetics If there is such a thing as destiny, then surely it has shaped the work of Catherine Hinds, names 1989 Women of the Year by New England Women Business Owners. Hinds’ three-decade career has included founding a chain of salons in Boston and New York, establishing the Catherine Hinds Institute, the first free standing accredited school for estheticians in…

Carole Walderman- A Legend in Aesthetics I can’t think when I’ve been more excited about writing a story than having the opportunity to write Carole Walderman’s story… A true Legend in Aesthetics!... and a true legend in humanity! I still clearly remember the first day I met Carole over ten years ago. Carole is one of those special people you remember even after meeting for…

Carmen Delgado- Paving the Way for Others with a Legendary Career Carman Delgado, who has been instrumental in bringing the science of aesthetics to the forefront of the beauty industry, embraces her profession with a vigorous passion and commitment. As one of the industry’s true pioneers, Delgado epitomizes the spirit of a rewarding, yet demanding, profession. Her demonstrated commitment and dedication to the aesthetic industry…

Yvonne Berg- Learning with a Legend Minnesota Cosmetologist of the Year, Yvonne Berg, credits education as the key to her success. When you are talking about a “Legend,” where should the recap begin? When it is Yvonne Berg, of Minneapolis, it begins with a sense of gratitude. “My mother started it all,” she says, “and showed by example the truly committed spirit. She was a…

Serena Khambatta- Teaching the Concept of Beauty Her father’s family was Jewish refugees from Iraq; her mother’s family originated in Singapore. But it was no accident that Serena Khambatta was born in India. After all, India is the land of legendary beauties, and Serena Khambatta certainly fits that description. Even as a girl, Serena David (as she was then known) was strikingly attractive. At 5-foot,…

Robert Oppenheim- A Legend in Aesthetics Robert Oppenheim is Chairman of Clairol’s Professional Products Division. Has He ever had anything to do with skin care? Lots. The story goes back to Bob starting his career in the salon industry at the Clairol Company. Later he was asked by Revlon to take over their hair color division. Subsequently, he was promoted to Revlon’s “mainstream”, cosmetics. He…

Robert Diemer- A Legend in Aesthetics “Prosperity through achievement” is and has been the philosophy and dream of Rover M. Diemer, a successful cosmetic skin care specialist. This dream has become a reality from years of hard work and professional dedication to the beauty industry, especially with his involvement in the field of skin care. Mr. Diemer is instrumentals in leading estheticians the world over…

Philippe and Sylvie Hennessy- Legends… Ahead of Their Time What sets aside one aesthetic leader or educator from another? What determines whether someone becomes a legendary factor within their field? What does the word legend really mean? According to Webster’s dictionary it means: “a notable person whose deeds or exploits are much talked about in his or her own time.” A legendary duo has rapidly…

Paula S. Dean- A Living Legend This month’s Legend has dedicated herself to helping everyone around her be the best they can possibly be-- whether they are her clients, associates or especially herself. By Erica T. Miller Author’s Note: I’ve had the pleasure of writing several of the Legend articles, yet none gives me more satisfaction than writing this one. I am certainly far from…

Ilona of Hungary- A Legend in Aesthetics Madame Ilona was born in Rabakecol, a small town near the Austrian border. She was educated in Budapest by her mother’s sister, with whom she lived from the age of seven. Ilona was always fascinated by beauty, and began her lifelong study of skin care while still in her teens. In 1956, along with millions of others her…