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Nov
10
2010

Hot Ingredient: Black Rice May Soothe Inflammation

Scientists are reporting evidence that black rice may help soothe inflammation involved in allergies, asthma and other diseases, including skin conditions.

Nov
05
2010

Heat May Be the Key to Laser Skin Rejuvenation

spa laser lights

Laser treatments often are used to rejuvenate the skin, although the underlying processes have remained mostly unexplained. However, research from the Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) in the Netherlands suggests the laser's heat rather than its light is the mechanism behind skin rejuvenation.

Oct
29
2010

Emollient Creams May Make Eczema Worse

emollient cream on finger

New research at the University of Bath suggests that using emollient creams to relieve the symptoms of eczema could actually make the condition worse.

Oct
27
2010

Are Antioxidants Worth the Hype?

hands full of strawberries
By: Ahmed Abdullah, MD

Antioxidants are the "it" word in today's anti-aging strategies, but are they really all they're cracked up to be?

Oct
27
2010

Bringing Out the Best With Body Wraps

male spa client getting body wrap
By: Desiree Mattox

By using the right ingredients, your body wraps can revitalize clients' skin and your spa menu.

Oct
26
2010

A Recipe for Rosemary

rosemary
By: Cathy Christensen

This healing herb is a flavorful addition to any spa offering.

Oct
22
2010

Skin Cancer Foundation Releases New Edition of "Understanding Melanoma"

Read a free excerpt of the organization's fourth edition of "Understanding Melanoma: What You Need to Know."

Oct
12
2010

Green Tea May Slow Aging

According to new data from the British Journal of Dermatology, new evidence shows green tea may help slow the aging process.

Oct
05
2010

Have You Ever Heard of Toasted Skin Syndrome?

Man with laptop on lap

This recently identified condition is caused by laptops, heating pads or other heat sources being held on the body for an extended period of time.

Sep
24
2010

Excellent Extracts

droplet of essential oil used in spa treatments
By: Desiree Mattox

Find out how less common natural and organic ingredients can make services stand out.