Resources & Development, the spa industry’s leading start-up operations consultancy, launched the first and only Human Resources Virtual Consulting service designed to address the specific needs of spa owners, managers, and operators. Spa HR-to-Go™ provides guidance and assistance in figuring out what to do and how to do it using the methods proven most effective in the spa industry, while maintaining legal compliance that usually requires extensive research.
drom FRAGRANCES is expanding its presence in the South American market with an eye to the future. The innovative fragrance creator from Munich, Germany, has acquired Quorum Holding of São Paulo, Brazil. The resulting company is drom international FRAGRÂNCIAS Industria e Comercio LTDA – or “drom BRAZIL.”
Edge Systems, developer and manufacturer of the technologically advanced HydraFacial™ line of serum-based skin resurfacing systems, and worldwide leader in aesthetic medical devices, announces the celebration of 10 years in business. Various celebrations are planned, including special promotions designed to reward loyal customers and welcome new customers. Murad products continue to score top ratings by national fashion magazines. In the July 2007 issue of Elle, the beauty editorial team chose Murad’s Waterproof Sunblock SPF 30 for Face and Body as part of its “Top 5” sunscreens.
The Sosa sisters celebrate their 10th anniversary at ThermaFuse with their parents (far left), ThermaFuse CEO Van Stamey (center), and corporate chaplain Carlos Telez (far right). Shelly McBride, ThermaFuse Office Manager, is joined by CEO Van Stamey to celebrate her milestone 20th Anniversary! Japonesque, a leader in the make-up accessories industry, has been honored as a 3LUXE “Best Of” recipient, naming its best-selling Train Case among the top three best in the world — an honor and an accomplishment! This fall, stellar salons from around the world will be nominated for the prestigious 2008 Global Salon Business Awards® (GSBA). The elite group of GSBA sponsors will be eligible to nominate star salons who meet the criteria and eligibility requirements to compete for the coveted Salon Entrepreneur of the Year™ award. The ceremony will be held June 7-9, 2008 in Hollywood, Calif., to honor entrepreneurial salon owners throughout the world. Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) said its website, ww.ascpskincare.com, won a silver EXCEL award from the Society of National Association Publications (SNAP), a leading publishing organization that has shaped industry standards for nearly three decades. The members’ section of ASCP’s website competed among thousands of entries across multiple categories to win.
Marsha Bialo, manicurist for China Glaze Nail Care Cosmetics, did the cover of September Lucky, which featured Sarah Michelle Gellar. Gellar is wearing the China Glaze “Innocence” shade, a very soft, pale pink, and one of China Glaze’s top-sellers. Bialo reports that Gellar was extremely “down-to-earth, super sweet, and loved her manicure.”
Gerda Spillmann Swiss Cosmetics recently sponsored the Local 706 Celebrity Make-Up Union Craft meeting held at The Sportsmen’s Lodge in Studio City, Calif. Patty Bunch, celebrity make-up artist and educator for Gerda Spillmann demonstrated the world famous Bio-Fond Foundation, which is already a staple in make-up trailers across Hollywood! Richard Marsh, President and CEO of Gerda Spillmann Swiss Cosmetics was also on hand to talk about the new Bio-Fond collections that were recently launched. Atelier Esthétique Institute of Esthetics has been approved by the New York State Education Department to teach a 360-hour advanced/paramedical aesthetics course. Atelier is the first in New York to offer this extensive course to licensed aestheticians and cosmetologists to develop the skills so in demand by medical professionals and the medical spa industry. Marlene Katz, founder of the ISS intelligent skin sense product line and longtime spa pioneer, launched ElectroLast™ micro-current home facial device at Cosmoprof Las Vegas this past July.
BIOMARIS USA announces its Fourth Annual Education at Sea Conference January 19–26, 2008, a seven-day Eastern Caribbean cruise on Carnival Glory. Free cruises will be given to anyone who buys $10,000 worth of BIOMARIS products in the 2007 calendar year. Dermalogica announces the re-branding of the company’s sun-protection product line, changing the name from Solar Defense to Daylight Defense. This decision reflects the brand’s commitment to raising the consciousness of consumers to the omnipresent risks of sun-damage, which are not adequately addressed by sunscreen alone. Pacific Market Center, the leading permanent wholesale market on the west coast, announces the latest addition of SMC to its collection of exclusive showrooms at the industry destination for buyers in western U.S., Canada, and beyond. derma e® Natural Bodycare has signed on with award-winning public relations firm, CarryOn Communication, Inc. to drive derma e® sales by promoting greater consumer and media awareness. The two companies officially began their partnership on July 1, 2007.
Bioelements announces the launch of YOUR SKIN volume 13 – a quarterly publication in its fourth consecutive year. These full-color, four-page consumer newsletters feature detailed information about innovative skin care products, ingredients, and trends. Consumers and industry professionals alike depend on YOUR SKIN for reliable skin care tips and advice. Durance, a leading manufacturer in high-end French lifestyle products, would like to announce their partnership with the Rhode Island-based distributor, French Soaps LTD! Together the companies form Durance USA LLC, and plan to market and distribute the popular products throughout America. At the American Academy of Dermatology’s (AAD) Summer Academy Meeting, Canfield Imaging Systems announced plans to leverage the world’s largest skin imaging database. The announcement was made by Douglas Canfield, President and CEO of Canfield Scientific, Inc. Canfield Imaging Systems, the leading developer of clinical imaging software and photographic systems, plans to unveil the database of 1,000,000 images in February 2008, at the AAD’s 66th Annual Meeting.
Beauty experts The Powder Group are pleased to announce the launch of The American Beauty Tour, a cross-country event series featuring the top make-up talent in the business. The tour begins with a four-month series, featuring New York- and Los Angeles-based celebrity make-up artist Billy B.
BioForm Medical, Inc., a privately-held medical aesthetics company, announced that it has entered into an exclusive licensing and distribution agreement in the U.S. with Chemische Fabrik KREUSSLER & Co. for the development and commercialization of Aethoxysklerol®, the current leading sclerotherapy treatment in Europe for varicose veins. Jean Madeline Aveda Institute is proud to announce its recent donation partnership with Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House. Established in Philadelphia in 1974 as a “home-away-from-home” for families of seriously ill children, the Ronald McDonald House has grown to 259 houses worldwide, all sharing the basic mission to serve the families of critically ill children being treated at area hospitals. The new Institute will offer complimentary haircuts and hairstyling services to guest families. Barrier Therapeutics, Inc., a pharmaceutical company developing and commercializing products in the field of dermatology, announced the market introduction of Xolegel Duo™ at the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Summer Academy Meeting 2007. Xolegel Duo is a complete system for the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp, face, and body.
double u products inc. is introducing a new pink DaysAgo counter as part of her commitment to helping women of all ages get into the habit of doing regular self breast exams. Details about the pink DaysAgo can be found on the company’s website, www.howmanydaysago.com. Atelier Esthétique Institute of Esthetics, one of the industry’s most respected educational facilities for aestheticians and body therapists, has formed an association with the Australian-based product line Plantogen for use as their official skin care product line to train aestheticians. |
