April 16, 2008

STUDY SHOWS AGING POPULATION WILL TURN TO ANTI-AGING PRODUCTS
According to a report by the market research firm Focalyst, a large number of Baby Boomers and those older aim to help their appearance with anti-aging products despite saying they want to age naturally. (Read More)

NATURAL MARKETING INSTITUTE REVEALS TOP 2008 TRENDS
Themes of a dual society, sustainability and wellness are all going to be rising in popularity in 2008, according to the market research company The Natural Marketing Institute. (Read More)

MANUFACTURERS TRYING TO BE GREEN ON PRODUCT LABELS
Manufacturers are trying to prove to consumers that their products are eco-friendly, according to a study... (Read More)

AMERICA'S EXPO 2009 DATES ANNOUNCED!
America's Expo for Skin Care and Spa has announced its 2009 dates and location. (Read More)

GROWTH, TRENDS IN COSMETIC LASER TREATMENTS REVEALED
A new report from specialist research company Diagonal Reports details the rise of laser cosmetic treatments in terms of skin and beauty care. (Read More)

AVEDA ACHIEVES CRADLE TO CRADLE INGREDIENT CERTIFICATION
Certification follows three years of independent assessment by the Environmental Protection and Encouragement Agency; certification designates continually reusable or biodegradable/renewable materials... (Read More)

NEW SKIN CANCER TREATMENT SHOWS PROMISE
Researchers have found the cancer basal cell carcinoma is responding favorably to treatments with a new drug that blocks a specific cell-signaling pathway. (Read More)

INDUSTRY LEADERS GATHERING AT NATURAL BEAUTY SUMMIT
Natural and organic standards high on summit agenda; Aveda founder Horst Rechelbacher to give opening presentation... (Read More)

DOVE LAUNCHES THE DOVE DIGITAL CHANNEL
Brand states the channel signals a new approach to its online marketing; effort to chart future of online media in the consumer space... (Read More)

SUNSCREEN SMARTS
By Laura J. Goodman
New research and government rulings are making it more important than ever to stay up to date on sun care. (Read More)

RETAIL: SHOW ME THE MONEY
By Carol and Rob Trow
Learn how your spa's retail success can help you sustain your business in an increasingly competitive environment. (Read More)

THE CONVENIENCE OF TECHNOLOGY TOOLS
By David Suzuki
Recent advancements in the range of technological skin care offerings can give spas a leg up on the competition. (Read More)

NOW ACCEPTING 2008 BEST OF THE BEST AWARDS NOMINATIONS!

Do you think your spa business or product is the Best of the Best in the industry? Then nominate it today to be honored with the most prestigious award in the industry, the Skin Inc. magazine Best of the Best Award. (Read More)

COSMECEUTICALS INJECT INNOVATION INTO ANTI-AGING
By Diana Dodson
The vibrant anti-aging market is being fueled by the development of high-tech formulations that are blurring the boundary between cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Euromonitor International takes a look at the $14.9 billion global market and the latest developments in wrinkle-busting cosmeceuticals. (Read More)

DERM DEVICES: TAKING ANTI-AGING IN HAND
By Leslie Benson
In the age of Botox and anti-aging cosmeceuticals, handheld dermatological devices for at-home use offer consumers alternatives to invasive surgeries and spa treatments. Learn more about this new category of competition for your spa. (Read More)

HOT NEW TECHNOLOGY: ANALYTICAL UV DEVICE

Pro-Lite Technology LLP has released the UV-2000S from Labsphere, a dedicated sunscreen, in vitro UV transmittance analyzer. (Read More)

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