New Faces and Spaces
Angel Brant, a licensed aesthetician, certified laser tech, and makeup artist, has joined United Aesthetics Organization, Inc. Brant specializes in treatment-based skin care used in communion with laser services and result-oriented products.
derma e® Natural Bodycare, a pioneer in formulating cutting-edge, effective natural skin care products that contain optimal levels of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and botanicals, has hired Stacey Reiseck as purchasing manager.
ICMAD re-elected Pamela Jo Busiek, president of the association. Other officers elected include: Vice Presidents Carl Geffken, and Pamela Viglielmo; treasurer Craig Weiss and secretary Sharon Blinkoff. Stan Katz and Marva Kalish were re-appointed chair and vice chair, respectively. Elected at the association’s annual meeting in New York City for one-year terms to the Board of Directors were: Karen Acker, Dr. Robb Akridge, Paul Aloe, Daniela Ciocan, Curran Dandurand, Jeff Murad, Gun Nowak, Flori Roberts, and Herb Wilson. Elected for three-year terms to the Board of Directors were: Michael Benjamin, Ian Ginsberg, Howard Hirsch, Marva Kalish, Deborah Lippmann, and Pamela Viglielmo. The new officers and directors began their terms July 1, 2010.
exhale, the award-winning mind body spa, announced the opening of their first location in Georgia. exhale Atlanta, slated to open early September will overlook Peachtree Street in a dramatic, second-level, 22,000 square foot, light-filled venue. Anchoring the corner of Peachtree and 11th streets, adjacent to 12th and Midtown’s stunning new Loews Atlanta Hotel,
they will unveil their highly publicized spa and healing services, wellbeing programs, and fitness classes.
A new generation of aesthetics education launches in Arizona; The International Academy of Hair & Aesthetics hires Isabel Calleros to provide expanded curriculum for the aesthetics program.
ORLY and SpaRitual are proud to announce the appointment of two new education managers who will work to develop educational strategies, materials, and curriculums for each brand respectively. ORLY introduces Catherine Baek as educational manager, while SpaRitual names Marichu Cordero for the same role. Baek and Cordero replace former head of education at both brands, Kristi Galiano, as she takes on a new role as regional sales manager for the Southwest
at SpaRitual.
Clarisonic, the creators of professional-grade sonic skin care systems – is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Payne as vice president of marketing. In his new role, Payne will lead all marketing functions and positioning the brand for future growth. His extensive experience marketing global skin care brands within the diverse prestige distribution channels will significantly benefit the company moving forward.
Awards, Celebrations, and Aniversaries
Beauty Bus Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for homebound, terminally, or chronically ill individuals and their primary caregivers with free in-home beauty treatments, has arrived at its first anniversary. This year-long journey has changed the lives of over 100 patients and their caregivers with the help of celebrity supporters such as Sandra Bullock, beauty industry superstars such as OPI, Bosley Professional Strength, Bare Escentuals, Cargo Cosmetics, and countless professional beauty volunteers. Beauty Bus Treatments include a hair cut and style, manicure, pedicure, makeup, and facials, for men and women alike, by professionals within the beauty industry. Services are focused on people with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease), cancer, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, Parkinson’s disease, spinal cord injury, stroke, and their primary caregivers. Beauty Bus reaches out to compromised and isolated individuals and brings beauty into their lives.
Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP) has been named “Association of the Year” by the World Massage Festival held in Berea, Ky. Festival founder Mike Hinkle presented the 2010 award to ABMP President Les Sweeney.
Renée Rouleau was awarded “Best Facialist in Dallas” by D Magazine. “I moved to Dallas 14 years ago not knowing anyone and bravely started my skin care company in a city where the Mary Kay brand ruled. It is a great honor to have my company receive this kind of recognition.” said Rouleau. Rouleau is a trusted skin care expert and celebrity aesthetician who has been helping men, women, and teens attain healthy, glowing skin for more than 20 years. Her exclusive skin care line is based on nine skin types and has a loyal following of celebrities like Jessica Simpson, Ashlee Simpson-Wentz, Katie Cassidy, and Kara DioGuardi.
The Spa Ritual, a day spa in Calgary, Alberta, Canada has achieved SpaExcellenceSM certification. This certification is the culmination of months of organizing and documenting The Spa Ritual’s quality system in accordance with The International Standards of SpaExcellenceSM 2010 from SpaQuality LLC.
In the News
Dr. Grandel International Educator and Trainer, Michaela Schuller from Germany, met with Euro-Pacific/ Dr. Grandel West Coast Distributor Carin Scott and her top aestheticians in Las Vegas for a three-day complete training course. The training event was complete with a practical where aestheticians received hands-on experience.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seized $230,000 worth of an over-the-counter (OTC) hand sanitizer gel product made and distributed in Puerto Rico charging the large quantity of product as unapproved New Drugs under the Food Drug and Cosmetic Act (FDCA). The manufacturer and distributor is receiving harsh FDA punishment for distributing Hand Sanitizer as an Unapproved New Drug due to the use of the active ingredient benzalkonium chloride; which is not recognized as safe and effective for OTC antifungal drugs.
Dermalogica founder and owner, Jane Wurwand was recently honored as Keynote Speaker by the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) at the annual Women’s Business Conference. The conference took place at the International Trade Center in Washington, D.C., and was themed “The Power of One.”
Announcments
In light of the recent oil spill devastation on the Gulf Coast, Bioelements has made a donation to The Nature Conservancy, in support of its ongoing, long-term restoration efforts in the Gulf of Mexico. This donation supports The Nature Conservancy’s work to protect coastal wetlands and marshes, re-establish critical habitats for threatened species, and restore the Gulf’s resiliency by bringing together scientists familiar with the region’s habitats, plants, animals, and people.
Anna D. Rinehart was recently invited to join the prestigious Board of Advisors of Aesthetics International Association (AIA). Having created the first American hospital based medical aesthetic education program in 1990, Rinehart has distinguished herself as a pioneer, innovator, and leader in aesthetics. Her duties with the Board of Advisors will include hosting a forum and consulting members on AIA’s AestheticsProfessional website, advising on educational articles, and providing updates on the developments in the emerging medical aesthetic markets to the membership at large.
Lira Cosmeceutical is now the exclusive U.S. distributor for Lycogel. Lycogel’s unique breathable triple silica gel base allows a three-way protection system for post resurfacing procedures: soothes sensitive skin, rejuvenates and stimulates healthy skin cell growth, and camouflages all at once.
In Memoriam
Spilo Worldwide announces, with great sadness, the passing of Rosalyn A. Barton. An industry icon, Barton joined Spilo Worldwide over 40 years ago. She was the right hand to Charles G. Spilo, the company’s founder, and a guiding influence to the company ever since. For many years, Barton was responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of Spilo Worldwide. As Executive Vice President, she was also involved in purchasing, special projects, and general management at the company. But it was her way with people that set her apart from the rest. Customers, vendors, and coworkers marveled at her business intuition, gentle guidance, and powers of persuasion. Her true caring nature and honest interest in people encouraged them to open up to her. She nurtured relationships the old-fashioned way, and made a real effort to keep them strong. In 2005, Barton was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Professional Beauty Association to honor her impeccable work ethic, compassion, and enthusiasm for the industry she loved. Her genuine passion for everything she did, spread all around her. She taught everyone how to rejoice in their successes and recover graciously from their mistakes. Marc Spilo, president of Spilo Worldwide, said, “As a friend and mentor, Roz was a unique individual; someone you could count on for honest opinions, thoughtful guidance, and absolute loyalty. If one is measured in life by the love, respect, and admiration of the people around them, then Roz Barton was truly a rich woman.”
