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China Had Plans to Ban the HIV-Infected From Spas

China's proposal to ban HIV-infected people from the country's public bathhouses has begun to backtrack after the plan was criticized by government health experts as unnecessary and discriminatory.

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Oregon Estheticians: Voice Your Opinion on Use of Lasers by Estheticians

The National Coalition of Estheticians, Manufacturers/Distributors & Associations (NCEA) encourages Oregon estheticians to attend and voice their opinion on use of lasers by estheticians on October 14.

Take Action! CA Estheticians Fight LED Scope-of-Practice Mandate

Sign a petition from the CA Esthetician Coalition that fights the mandate by the CA Board of Barbering and Cosmetology's rule that LED treatments are outside the scope of practice for licensed estheticians.

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PASS Responds to CDC Public Comments Request on Skin Cancer Prevention

In its comments, PASS requests the CDC to "urge the FDA to clear the 10-year backlog in new sunscreen applications and create a predictable, transparent and timely review process for pre-market approval of new sunscreen ingredients."

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Ecocert Launches International Organic and Natural Spa Certification

Ecocert has launched the first international standard specially designed for organic and natural spas.

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Illinois Bans Indoor Tanning for Minors Under 18

Illinois has joined Vermont, California, Oregon, Nevada, Texas and New Jersey by passing legislation that prohibits minors from indoor tanning.

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AmSpa Launches First Ever State-By-State Summary of Medical Spa Laws

The American Med Spa Association (AmSpa) has officially launched a website that summarizes the state-specific laws and regulations affecting medical spas and laser centers across the country.

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CT Passes Bill Requiring Medical Spas to Employ a Medical Director

The medical director has to meet rigorous criteria specified in the bill.

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FDA Issues Proposal to Increase Consumer Awareness of Tanning Bed Risks

The FDA issued a proposed order that would reclassify sunlamp products and require labeling to include a recommendation designed to warn young people not to use these devices.

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Personal Care Products Council Responds to False Sunscreen Allegations

Personal Care Products Council hopes to have sun protection become as much of a habit as wearing a seatbelt.

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International Nail Technicians Association Responds to Kim Kardashian's Fish Pedicure

Recent media coverage of a fish pedicure being performed on reality TV star Kim Kardashian is contrary to all standards and beliefs of the International Nail Technicians Association (INTA).

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PBA Launches Movement to Prevent Deregulation and Unite Licensed Beauty Professionals

Free signage is available to skin care facilities, salons and licensed professionals in order to show support and provide helpful talking points on the importance of using licensed professionals.

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PBA Poll Shows Majority of General Voters Support the Licensing of Beauty Professionals

The PBA poll shows that the public believes that spa safety and quality is directly related to licensing.

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Pediatricians Have an Opportunity to Help Prevent Skin Cancer in Teens

Pediatricians can play key roles in counseling families and with legislative efforts. Preventing exposure to artificial tanning may save lives, including young lives, and is a key cancer prevention opportunity for pediatricians.

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Washington State's New Licensing Law for Estheticians

Washington state has just successfully passed a two-tier licensing law, consisting of 750 and 1,200 hours, for estheticians.

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SWIC Plans Russian Spa Regulations Overhaul

The Spa and Wellness International Council (SWIC) has created state legislation to ease operation laws for spas.

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EU Bans Animal-tested Cosmetic Ingredients

Animal testing for cosmetic purposes can no longer be performed in Europe.

Missouri Estheticians: ACTION NEEDED Tomorrow

Make your voice heard!

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