When it comes to skin care ingredients, clients are asking more and more questions that contain the latest buzzwords, like vegan, natural, organic, and zero-irritation. This interest is a sign that conscious consumerism and clean beauty are impacting the industry in a big way. In fact, according to Statista, an international data tracker, the global natural and organic beauty market is expected to reach $22…

In an industry that has many avenues in which all kinds of aestheticians can excel, finding one’s identity as a service provider and skin expert is the first step towards a long, lively career. Social media has made those avenues more easily accessible, but it has also created some prefab aesthetician personalities that are proven to gain the attention of the majority. It can be…

Being aware of what can affect skin will help skin care professionals determine why a client may be experiencing skin challenges. Often, skin conditions are due to more than just one influence. It is important that the professional is able to evaluate and identify both external and internal factors to help improve or correct the skin condition. Allergies, reactions, medications, medical conditions, and other extrinsic…

The plant is a symbol of life, and its healing properties are the key elements for growth and repair. The fountain of youth is before us all the time, and we fail to see it. Plant-based cosmetics are the key ingredients for most, if not all. As the microbiome is stripped away with harsh chemicals, a green alternative is the golden writing on the marble…