The Truth About Acne Cosmetica
Acne cosmetica is a term that was first coined in 1972 by dermatologists Albert M. Kligman and Otto H. Mills to represent the post-adolescent acne they believed was caused by cosmetic use. This is a complicated topic as its discussion involves the debunking of the common term “comedogenic,” the discussion of raw materials versus finished […]
The Chakra System
Take care of yourself. We all say it to our clients, but how many of us do it? Making yourself a priority can feel selfish or cause a bad case of guilt. But consider this: you can invest in yourself from a place of wellness and self-love or spend money and time on the path […]
Why We Love… Nail Polish
Click on image to enlarge! “Nail polish protects my client’s nails from damage, such as breakage and dryness.” “It’s fun and stylish!” “I love nail polish because it adds a pop of color!” “It can enhance nail growth!” “Gift cards never expire and make great last minute gifts.” “You can change it on a whim […]
What is Your Skin Care Ritual? Bella Schneider
It is minimal. I always cleanse and, exfoliate. Then, I use retinol/RetinA, exfoliating pads, some lighteners and different serums with advanced ingredients. Finally, I use plenty of SPF!
Excuse the Excuses: Five Ways to Do What You Want to Do (When You Don’t Want to Do It)
We all have big dreams. We dream of success, of turning our passion into our profession, of having time to enjoy our lives. So why is it that so few people actually materialize these dreams? According to international business strategist Dan Waldschmidt, “people fall back on excuses and give up on trying to reach their […]
Gunilla of Sweden, Inc. has recently been selected as a winner of the 13th Annual 25 Under 25 award
Gunilla of Sweden, Inc. has recently been selected as a winner of the 13th Annual 25 Under 25 award. The award recognizes the top 25 small businesses with fewer than 25 employees in the Kansas City area. Gunilla of Sweden Organic Skin Care has been in business since 1987 and is now specializing in acne […]
Dermalogica® in Scottsdale recently celebrated the location’s one-year anniversary
Dermalogica® in Scottsdale recently celebrated the location’s one-year anniversary by honoring International Women’s Day with an event to benefit Dermalogica’s philanthropic arm, Financial Independence Through Entrepreneurship. During the evening, 16 microloans were funded, making progress toward the long-term FITE goal of funding 50,000 women worldwide.
Mark G. Lebwohl, M.D., was named president-elect of the American Academy of Dermatology
Mark G. Lebwohl, M.D., was named president-elect of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) during the last day of the annual meeting in March. The AAD is the world’s largest dermatologic society, representing more than 17,000 physicians specializing in the diagnosis and medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatment of skin, hair, and nail conditions. He will […]
Institut’ DERMed Spa is among a very small group of companies that have won the Best of Sandy Springs Award for seven consecutive years
Institut’ DERMed Spa is among a very small group of companies that have won the Best of Sandy Springs Award for seven consecutive years. This distinction has qualified Institut’ DERMed Spa for the 2014 Sandy Springs Business Hall of Fame. Each year, the Sandy Springs Award Program identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional […]
Celebrating 60 years as the leader in aroma therapeutic spa treatments, Yon-Ka Paris
Celebrating 60 years as the leader in aroma therapeutic spa treatments, Yon-Ka Paris has been a pioneer in botanical skin care for the past six decades and continues to provide skin solutions for all ages in all of life’s seasons. Visionary and avant-garde, Yon-Ka builds itself upon a foundation of five key pillars: nature, science, […]
