February Spa and Supplier People News

Feb 3rd, 2011

Cathy Christensen

Kimberly DeOrsey, Spa Atlantic

Kimberly DeOrsey, Spa Atlantic

Cameron Butler was named testing coordinator and spa manager for the Orly and SpaRitual brands. 877-772-7488

Spilo Worldwide announced Robert Morgan as chief operating officer, and Jeff Bugbee as director of operations. 800-347-7456

Spa Atlantic at The Atlantic Resort & Spa in Fort Lauderdale, FL, appointed Kimberly DeOrsey as its director. 954-567-8020

Cynthia Thompson was named vice president of creative development for Universal Companies. 800-558-5571

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The Major News Headlines in Spa Business You Should Know

We have gathered some of the biggest updates in the spa industry including celebrations for Circadia and MY SALON Suite, and educational announcements from Lira Clinical and Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa .

From elevated efficacy to pro beauty inspiration to preventative care, Mintel has issued its annual beauty trends, alongside its 2025 consumer trend report.

2025’s Top 7 Beauty Trends

Mintel notes, “To build credibility, companies will highlight the efficacy of their products through scientific testing and innovative ingredients.”

Peel Back Time Facial by Sorella Apothecary Restores Skin’s Youthful Glow

Peel Back Time Facial by Sorella Apothecary Restores Skin’s Youthful Glow

Peel Back Time Facial by Sorella Apothecary Restores Skin’s Youthful Glow

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What The New Esthetics Compact Means To You

This compact will mirror the current Cosmetology Compact being introduced to state legislators across multiple states. Once enacted, it will allow licensed estheticians in compact states to relocate and work in another compact state without the need for r

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11 Trends in Beauty: Skinification of Sun, Collagen Everything, Biomimic Foundation and More

C&T's "Consumer Pulse" series on the socials highlights the latest emerging searches and hashtags related to cosmetics. Here, we expand on those themes. This edition includes: Princess Cosmetics and the skinification of sun care, collagen everything, etc.

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What Can Macadamia Nut (+ Lime Blossom) Do For Your Client's Body?

Do you know about the benefits of macadamia nut to the skin (and even the whole body)? Learn more about this powerful nut and a brand new waterless treatment to nourish your clients' body.

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The 5 Most Expensive States for Self-Care in the U.S.

To rank the most expensive cities for self-care, research conducted by Groupon found the average prices for six activities—brunch, massage, facial, iced latte, manicure and pedicure—across the 50 most populated U.S. cities.

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IL Estys! 3 Advanced Skin Care Classes You Will Love (6 CEs)

We were so excited to see that Aesthetics Exposed Education is offering three in-person advanced skin care classes in the next few months in Illinois that not only provide a ton of information, but offer six Illinois continuing education credits.

FarmHouse Fresh Founder Shannon McLinden

Exciting News Updates in Spa Software, Product Launches and Partnerships

This week GlossGenius is debuting a new feature for their spa software, Bioelements announced an exciting webinar, SpaStar is now offering a pro portal for their spa partners, and FarmHouse Fresh was featured in an international JPMorganChase.

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4 Keys to A Compliant Skin Practice

There is a huge misunderstanding happening with our board on what the scope of practice for estheticians should be, with many regulators seeing it as a subset for cosmetology with less education

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What I Missed About Spa!

My bit of time away from spa truly made me appreciate all of the things that I love about the pro skin care industry. So, to celebrate being back with all of you, here are the things I missed about spa!