On September 5, 2000, Tranquility Spa opened in a small, stone house in Saint Charles, Ill. Tranquility was the dream of licensed aesthetician, Beverly Miller. A pioneer in the skin and beauty industry since 1976, Miller had a vision of a skin care center that focused on results-oriented skin care treatments, outstanding customer service, and education about clients’ skin care options. In 2003, Miller and…

While a number of organizations around the world are contributing to the fight against breast cancer, these five organizations offer unique and memorable contributions to the cause. From fly fishing to bridal gown donations, these non-profits are not just working to find a cure, but also aim to serve people affected by breast cancer, easing their mental and emotional pain. If you are interested in…

During breast cancer awareness month, spas and salons may be wondering how they can contribute to the cause. In addition to becoming educated about oncology aesthetics and making treatments as safe as possible for clients with cancer, spas can partake in a number of fundraising and awareness ideas.

Thus far, there are random stories that stick out in my professional career as an aesthetician as strange milestones. The first story that comes to mind is when I had to explain to a former employee why her two shih tzus could not lie under the aesthetics table while she provided services. Or, the beyond-irate pregnant woman who ripped her client intake form up in…