Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that skin produces when it is exposed to sunlight, and just as it is important to have the necessary amount of vitamin D, it is also important to protect skin from prolonged sun exposure. Sun protection and vitamin D production can be achieved together, without the need to sacrifice the health of skin or with any nutrient deficiency. There…

Getting Intimate 

Written by Tiffanie Orr
It is safe to say, intimate skin care has evolved greatly in the last decade and has become more popular, with high demand from both women and men. Intimate skin care has also created a specific niche within the skin care industry that any skin care provider could make a highly successful career out of alone. It is no longer just waxing and laser treatments…
There are two main types of wax that professionals may use for hair removal services. Hot wax is often referred to as hard wax and strip wax as soft wax. When should you use hard wax versus strip wax? How do you know which to pick? What is the difference between hard wax beads and the traditional brick packaging? Below are the answers to these…
As aestheticians, we are licensed to work with the integument, treating it according to what was learned in school and what is allowed within our scope of practice. As a practicing aesthetician with over 16 years of experience. I have heard my share of skepticism regarding product efficacy and the effectiveness of topical treatments as compared to more invasive modalities. Surprisingly, such skepticism is generally…
The importance of protecting skin from the sun to avoid its harmful effects is one of the most commonly shared skin care sentiments. Still, many clients admit that they do not consistently apply sunscreen daily, and even if they do, most do not reapply throughout the day, which is just as critical. Whether skin becomes sunburned or not, unprotected sun exposure can truly cause long-term,…

October 2024

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  • Circadia by Dr. Pugliese
  • Eminence Organic Skin Care.
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