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How to Become a Medical Aesthetician

Written by Terri A. Wojak, L.E.

The term medical aesthetician is not recognized by regulating boards, since there is no separate or advanced licensure to become a medical aesthetician. When discussing, medical aesthetician simply refers to an aesthetician working in a medical setting. There are several roles an aesthetician can have in a medical setting, depending on the practice needs and individual state regulations. Performing facial treatments and recommending skin care…

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Navigating the Playing Field: An Empowered Approach to Working Alongside Dermatologists

Written by Ben Johnson

It is probably safe to say that aestheticians often struggle with their professional relationships with dermatologists in their town. While society has deemed them as the foremost experts in the area of skin, many aestheticians know about treatments and concepts that are highly effective and excellent alternatives to their traditional, pharmaceutical approaches. Moreover, there are real advantages to the time and personal connection that most…

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Legally Beautified: Understanding Medical Spa Regulations

Written by Erin Lucie, DNP, APRN, FNP-C

Each of the 50 states has their own medical practice act that dictates the “who and how” of a medical spa. It can be confusing and hard to consistently comply with these regulations, but it is worth it for a medical spa owner and employee to be ahead of the game and stay abreast of the rules and regulations. The boards that skin care professionals…

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Medical Aesthetics versus Spa Aesthetics: Similarities and Differences

Written by Sandy Newton, C.M.A., L.E.

As the science of skin care evolves and formulation technology improves, the lines between medicine and aesthetics are blurring. Although the licensed aesthetician has more tools in their hands to improve people's skin, there are still some important differences between the medical aesthetic experience and the spa aesthetic experience. From the requirements of those who are hired into each setting to the expectations of the…

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What's Happening in the World of Medical Aesthetics?

Written by Louis Silberman, L.E.

Over the past decade, the number of medical aesthetics procedures performed in the United States has drastically increased; in fact, one could argue that medical aesthetics has become nearly as mainstream as social media. In 2016, Americans spent more than $15 billion on combined surgical and nonsurgical procedures, with nonsurgical procedures accounting for 44 percent of total procedures.1 Why is there such a demand for…

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