Spa and Supplier People News in October

Oct 6th, 2011

Cathy Christensen

Deedee Crossett, president of the San Francisco Institute of Esthetics and Cosmetology, was recently named president of the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.

Deedee Crossett, president of the San Francisco Institute of Esthetics and Cosmetology, was recently named president of the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.

Rachel Grossman was named director of social media for Somme Institute. 866-667-6663

The Professional Beauty Association named the following new board members: Max Wexler, president, Beauty Craft Supply & Equipment Co., chair; Scott Buchanan, president, Scott J. Salons & Spas, vice chair; and Bruce Selan, of Zotos International, treasurer. 800-468-2274

Thomas Pletkovich was appointed as national sales director for SkinMedica. 866-577-3072

Deedee Crossett, president of the San Francisco Institute of Esthetics and Cosmetology, was recently named president of the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. 800-952-5210

Skin 2 Skin Care welcomed Rhonda Gorham as its national sales director. 877-754-6790

Loren Kaminski was named regional sales consultant for Bioelements for Colorado, Texas and California. 800-433-6650

Miraval announced Carol Stratford as its new director of marketing. 800-232-3969

Speed Waxing with LYCON: How to Wax More Efficiently While Maintaining Comfort

Speed Waxing with LYCON: How to Wax More Efficiently While Maintaining Comfort

Waxing is an essential service for estheticians, but efficiency and client comfort can make or break a business. Speed waxing techniques help maximize productivity while ensuring a smooth, pleasant experience for clients. LYCON Wax has an extensive line of products that will help you to perform a speedy, comfortable wax for all of your clients!

woman touching her face

Women Are Over Anti-Aging

Women all over the world are over the term "anti-aging," according to a recent survey conducted by wrinkle patch brand Wrinkles Schminkles.

Kids don’t need anti-aging products,” Lee stated. “The beauty industry knows this, yet some companies continue to profit from selling these harsh products to children. This is a common-sense measure to protect kids from unnecessary and potentially harmful cosmetics.”

California State Assemblymember Takes Action Against 'Sephora Kids' Trend

Key ingredients like retinol, glycolic acid, and ascorbic acid are commonly found in anti-aging products, but they are formulated for adult skin, which is significantly different from children’s skin.

SKin Laundry Sculpting Facial

Skin Laundry Combines RF and Pulsed EMF for Sculpting Facial

The facial uses multipolar radiofrequency and pulsed electromagnetic fields to stimulate collagen and elastin production to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and tighten, lift and define areas including the cheeks, jawline and neck.

Savor Beauty facial treatment

Savor Beauty Offers Glass Skin Facial To Spa Partners

Savor Beauty has launched a turnkey “Glass Skin” facial program for select resorts, day spas and medical spas.

ISPA Innovate Awards

All The Winners of ISPA's 2024 Innovate Awards

Spa categories highlight philanthropic partnerships, retail initiatives, spa experiences, operational improvements, and remodels or renovations over the past year.

The product was tested in controlled dermatological procedures, including 70% glycolic acid peels and non-ablative laser treatments, where it demonstrated superior post-procedure recovery compared to standard moisturizers.

Speeding Up Post-treatment Rebound: La Mer Research Confirms Skin Barrier Recovery Acceleration After Dermatological Procedures

As beauty and skin care continue to intersect with advanced scientific research, studies like these reinforce the industry’s potential to deliver products that not only enhance aesthetics but also improve skin health and recovery.

Doctor looking at potential skin cancer

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.

LED light therapy in the spa

How Device Restrictions Are Changing the Business for Estheticians

Let’s look at what is happening with state-level restrictions, explain why they matter, and provide steps you can take to protect your license.

Circadia Oncology Skin Specialist

Circadia Launches Oncology Certification

This program blends online learning with hands-on training, giving professionals the flexibility to complete coursework at their own pace while mastering oncology-specific skincare techniques.

Stylist in a salon with her client.

13 Takeaways From Square's 2025 Future of Beauty Report

Beauty pros around the world are setting themselves apart from the competition, changing the game when it comes to marketing, loyalty programs, elevated experiences and new techniques, according to Square's Future of Beauty Report for 2025.