Dear Reader
Since the 1970s, aestheticians have been treating the largest organ of the human body, while rubbing shoulders with cosmetologists on one side and doctors on the other. It took 20 years to establish separate licensing for aesthetics for the purpose of national recognition of our profession. Yet many aestheticians are hitting the streets with 300 […]
Dear Reader
I received an e-mail from one of the many people who typically send press releases for possible inclusion in the magazine back in December. However, instead of a press release there was a beautiful quote attached, which immediately triggered the “editor’s note compartment” in my brain. This is a fabulous quote! The minute I read […]
Dear Reader
Twenty (something) years ago, I began plans to become licensed in aesthetics. I had been doing bodywork while Patricia practiced skin care. Together we were building our practice in the beautiful west Texas town of San Angelo. Pat and I had a nice business called Derma Care Clinic (it was the 80s). We were raising […]
Dear Reader April 2008
This month we are talking about the always important topic of sun care. From tips on keeping business booming in the sunny summer months to conducting a post-summer skin check to the latest looks of the season; this months issue takes the sun to task. I know you are probably thinking, sun care again. However, […]
Dear Reader May 2008
I am so excited to be able to write to you again this month! There is so much going on around us, I don’t even know where to begin. For starters, we just returned from the International Congress of Esthetics and Spa – Dallas (I.C.E.S.). Once again the attendance at this show set new records […]
Dear Reader June 2008
June is the month we celebrate Fathers Day, so here is to all the men who are fathers. Have a wonderfully relaxing day and enjoy your children, whether small or tall. Each moment with them is a precious gift to be cherished. For all of you women, I hope you had the chance to read […]
Dear Reader
I have been blessed throughout my journey in life. While challenge, obstacles, and hardship have always been part of the journey, many blessings have come in the form of mentors. In my youth, I was graced with a relationship that would not only teach me a trade, but more importantly, confidence, self esteem, and initiative. […]
Dear Reader
It’s August and you know what that means… summer is almost over and school will soon be back in session. By the time you are reading this issue you should be making your final preparations for the surge of clients returning from their summer travels and skin care hiatus. To help you fight the ravages […]
Dear Reader
Surprised… were you looking forward to seeing who was on this month’s cover? Well, your anticipation is going to have to build for a few more months. We are only inducting two Legends this year. However, there will be more in 2009. These covers and stories created quite the buzz. Since the July issue appeared […]
Dear Reader
The theme of this month’s issue is Body Therapy. The theme of this month’s issue is Body Therapy. We have compiled a group of articles ranging in variety from professional etiquette during a body treatment to add-on services. In Michelle D’Allaird’s article Enhancing Body Services, I was thrilled to read her comments about seeking additional […]
