The ocean is an abundant source of truly organic, hydrating, nourishing, and healing ingredients which are beneficial for practically every complexion. Those with aging and dry complexions with discolorations and adult acne require a healing and anti-inflammatory approach that is also hydrating and nourishing. These complexions cannot utilize drying ingredients like salicylic acid, traditionally associated with oily and acne-prone teenage skin. Instead, marine ingredients are…

The ideal skin complexion is not determined by skin tone or color but rather, the state of skin. When given its adequate necessities, such as hydration, lipids, cellular renewal, and a healthy pH, the complexion is radiant, indifferent of skin tone or color. The role of skin care professionals is to help optimize skin health while mitigating factors that compromise the integrity of skin, and…

It is essential for skin care professionals to understand the unique intricacies that different Fitzpatrick skin types present so that they can confidently treat all clients who walk in the door. The United States Census Bureau projects that by 2044, 50% of the United States population will be of nonwhite descent.1 As the country continues to become more diverse, it is imperative to provide specialized…

A skin care professional’s main goal is to treat and study the science of skin, but their service does so much more than what meets the eye. It is important to understand and uphold the service aspect of the business as well as the way aesthetics services can affect the lives of clients. Clients must trust their service provider’s expertise but also sense that the…