Skin Care When Health Meets Beauty There are many different causes of aging; one of the biggest is sun damage. The lack of a healthy lifestyle also plays a large role in premature aging. An increasing number of scientific articles are being published that show how regularly consuming unhealthy food can make people look older, pointing out that nutritional deficiencies may increase wrinkles. As more and more studies like these are coming out, the more evident it becomes that eating well, having a relaxed lifestyle, and avoiding stress as much as possible could be the key to antiaging. It helps to practice meditation, relaxation techniques, and to focus on contentment as much as possible in life. Want to read more? Subscribe to continue reading this article, plus gain access to all DERMASCOPE has to offer. SUBSCRIBE Dr. Mitchell Schwartz founded and currently operates the largest cosmetic dermatology practice in the state of Vermont. He has contributed to many published clinical studies and has been helping his patients look and feel their best for over 30 years. Through his consistent application of the latest technologies, Dr. Schwartz has earned a reputation as one of the best cosmetic dermatologists in the country. As a joint venture with his two sons, Daniel and Joseph, Dr. Schwartz founded ProCell Therapies where he continues to serve as the chief medical officer.
Medical Blurred Lines Twenty years ago, Dr. Khalil, the founder of VI Peel, used to say that the most powerful thing an aesthetician can do is to pop a pimple. It was, at the time, an oversimplification of an extraction, which can sometimes feel like life or death because of the emotional struggles that come with breakouts. Still, that statement held a kernel of truth – aestheticians used to have very limited options to treat skin. Today, skin care professionals have an extraordinary number of tools, products, and treatments in their arsenal. The number of modalities, and features of these modalities, is just unbelievable, not only for the practitioner but for all the clients chasing the idea of feeling beautiful. Want to read more? Subscribe to continue reading this article, plus gain access to all DERMASCOPE has to offer. SUBSCRIBE Marya Khalil is the chief executive officer for the globally recognized Vitality Institute. Khalil officially joined the VI Peel company after graduating from New York University in 2008 and stepped into the role of CEO and president in 2013 at the age of 25. Under her leadership, the VI Peel brand has expanded to include five medical-grade formulations customized for specific skin conditions. Khalil and her team’s accomplishments have earned the Vitality Institute’s product lines many accolades. In 2019, Aesthetics Everything named VI Peel the number one chemical peel brand and Khalil the top CEO.
Scope This Picture-Perfect: Taking the Best Photos in the Treatment Room For some spa professionals, client photographs may lack that wow factor they seek for social media. Every modern skin care professional wants to achieve the best brightness, clarity, and pop for their Instagram grid, and there are a few tips that can help them achieve this. Want to read more? Subscribe to continue reading this article, plus gain access to all DERMASCOPE has to offer. SUBSCRIBE
Skin Care Matrisome Maintenance When formulating hydrating products, the latest research requires the formulator to consider the extracellular matrix which provides skin with its major hydration properties.1 This complex network of proteins that comprise the extracellular matrix is now referred to as the matrisome.2 Among these matrisome proteins, collagen is most abundant. Its specific amino acid sequence provides essential functions which can impact the aging process and influence the extracellular matrix and the matrisome as a whole. Want to read more? Subscribe to continue reading this article, plus gain access to all DERMASCOPE has to offer. SUBSCRIBE Lydia Sarfati is an international industry leader with over 46 years of experience as a spa owner, consultant, and aesthetician. She is the founder and CEO of Repêchage, the first company to bring seaweed-based skin care treatments to the United States market. She is also the president of CIDESCO Section U.S.A, the world’s major international beauty therapy association. She appears at industry trade shows, is the author of “Success at Your Fingertips: How to Succeed in the Skin Care Business” and “The Repêchage Book of Skincare Science & Protocols,” and is a contributing author to textbooks such as “The Milady Standard Esthetics: Fundamentals” and “Oncology Esthetics.”
Skin Care Hydration Harmony Every day is a great day for hydration. Whether hydrating the body through increased water consumption or hydrating skin for its optimal health, the skin care professional knows the importance of preventing dehydration and dryness. Designing hydrating treatments for clientele involves a thoughtful approach, but it is not as difficult to do as one might think. There are several aspects that must be considered when addressing clients’ hydration needs, from spa menu offerings to homecare considerations to education. Want to read more? Subscribe to continue reading this article, plus gain access to all DERMASCOPE has to offer. SUBSCRIBE Nichelle Mosley’s passion for aesthetics was born out of a desire to help others, after failing to find help for her own acne as a young adult. Licensed in 2015, she has worked in clinics, plastic surgery practices, dermatologists’ offices, and with family practitioners. She then opened her own clinic in 2017, Queen City Beauty Group + Wellness. She focuses on integrative aesthetics and holistic solutions to clients’ skin concerns. As a member of the International Association for Applied Corneotherapy, Mosley seeks whole-person solutions, while delivering results for clients. She is also the 2019 Skin Games Age Management Champion and 2018 Skin Games Acne Finalist.
Skin Care Fueling Up When it comes to skin care, most people look for a miracle in a bottle – the latest and greatest in ingredient technology that offers a quick fix or immediate results. The truth is that the most powerful tool clients have is their nutrition and water intake. It is a well-known fact that water and food intake alone will not solve every skin concern; however, it is a great place to start when it comes to overall health and functioning of the body. One of the most important and biggest jobs of skin is protection from things like bacteria invasion, ultraviolet damage, and other outside stressors the body may be exposed to. When it comes to the care of the skin barrier, keeping moisture content in check is key to allow cells to renew and continue to do their job. After all, skin is the largest organ of the body, and it needs to be fueled and taken care of like any other organ. Want to read more? Subscribe to continue reading this article, plus gain access to all DERMASCOPE has to offer. SUBSCRIBE Andrea Gregaydis is a licensed aesthetician and international CIDESCO diplomat. She holds multiple additional licenses as a New York state instructor and nail technician, as well as certified laser technician. Gregaydis is the lead instructor at the Aesthetic Science Institute and has over 10 years of experience as a practitioner, team coordinator, and role model for hundreds of future skin care professionals. She is contributing author to top industry trade magazines, as well as a speaker at various aesthetics conferences across the United States. She is also a CIDESCO International Examiner.
Skin Care Glow On Great philosophers have debated the concept of beauty and what defines it throughout history. Is it subjective, influenced by one’s personal taste, or objective, influenced by others? Although many great minds may not agree on what is aesthetically pleasing, philosophers generally agree that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. What attracts someone is cumulative of not just the physical but the mind, body, and soul collectively. Regardless of how one defines beauty, there are signs that the human body displays outwardly that are a direct reflection of what is going on internally. The goal to obtain glowing skin goes beyond physical appearance. Glowing skin is a sign of health and wellness, the fountain of youth. The main responsibility of skin is protection. It acts as a first line of defense against the outside world. Want to read more? Subscribe to continue reading this article, plus gain access to all DERMASCOPE has to offer. SUBSCRIBE A licensed clinical aesthetician since 2001, Colette Brown is the director of education at Columbia Skincare where she leads the professional products division. In her role, she oversees education and treatment protocol training and supports research and development with new product development. Brown possesses a deep passion and understanding of the healing benefits of topical probiotics and how they contribute to the overall health and wellness of skin’s microbiome. Based in Beverly Hills, California, Brown has a Bachelor of Arts in education, is a certified holistic practitioner through the Kresser Institute, a licensed phlebotomist, and has certifications in advanced skin care procedures.
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Scope This Supportive Spa: Breast Cancer Awareness & Aesthetics In the skin care industry, there is discourse on a variety of health factors that contribute to skin conditions and disorders. However, there is a topic that holds great value to women in the industry and that is breast cancer. Breast cancer is one of the most common cancer types affecting women all over the world. It is estimated that over 200,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer each year in the United States alone. Want to read more? Subscribe to continue reading this article, plus gain access to all DERMASCOPE has to offer. SUBSCRIBE