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Managing acne requires treating the individual causes, rather than just the symptoms.

Demystifying Acne Through Holistic Skin Care

While traditional topical treatments may improve the appearance of acne lesions, they don't necessarily prepare the body to fight future breakouts.

The demand for noninvasive treatments is growing due to the lack of down time, low risk and natural-looking results.

Effective Acne Solutions with LED Light Therapy

A holistic approach to men's wellness means taking diet, sleep and fitness into consideration.

Men's Wellness and Spa Services

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Melanoma and Skin Cancer On The Rise in 2025

Melanoma is still on the rise in the U.S. in 2025, despite a wealth of information available on this very preventable disease.

The Business of Boundaries: Avoiding Compassion Fatigue

The Business of Boundaries: Avoiding Compassion Fatigue

Feeling drained after a full day of clients? Learn how to protect your energy and avoid compassion fatigue without losing your passion for skincare. Read Vagaro's latest guide to learn more.

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Expand Your Horizons, Uplift Your Clinic: The DMK Menopausal Masterclass

DMK’s Menopausal Masterclass is a one-of-a-kind educational opportunity to elevate your clinic and skincare practice. Be prepared to treat any Menopausal client that comes through your door with the highly tailored, effective skin care they deserve!

RNA damage, rather than DNA damage, is the key source of sun exposure's immediate inflammatory effects.

We've Misunderstood How Sunburns Actually Work

It's RNA molecule damage that presents the most immediate inflammatory response, per new research.

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An Esthy's Guide To Hydration

This guide offers an in-depth look at dehydration's impact on skin, the signs to watch for, and trending ingredients to incorporate into treatments.

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Beauty, Aging and Facial Morphology: Observation, Prevention and Protection

The anti-aging market unquestionably has been a driving force in the beauty industry, fueling product development, equipment and services.

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Essentials for Radiant, Youthful Eyes

In this article, we will examine the unique characteristics of the skin around the eyes, as well as common concerns and best practices for the skin care professional.

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Two New Reasons to Reexamine PFAS Safety, Exposure: Pregnancy and Sleep

Two recent studies have raised new alarm over PFAS. One found higher levels of PFAS in pregnant women who use cosmetics. The other associated sleep disruption with PFAS in young adults. These findings add to the public outcry over "forever chemicals."

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The Prevalence of Pruritus

Pruritis is considered chronic if it lasts for longer than six weeks. If the client develops itchy skin, the first thing to do is try and find out what is causing the problem.

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Skin Microbiome 101

Among these little living beings are bacteria, fungi and viruses that not only can influence our skin’s health but can directly impact every aspect of our skin and how it functions.

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The Impact of the Skin Barrier

Let’s delve into the vital role of the skin barrier, its impact on various skin conditions, and how to support and enhance its function to achieve optimal skin care results.