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Collagen has expanded out of the skin care conversation to full-body wellness in the mainstream as consumers become more proactive about their health.

What Breaks Collagen Early? - And How to Avoid It.

Collagen is the structural backbone of youthful skin, providing firmness, elasticity and resilience.

As stem cell technology is further explored, so too does it evolve the way we talk about sustainability and ethical sourcing and regulation.

Internationally Recognized Stem Cell Authority Dr. Nathan Newman Publishes The Natural Intelligence of Stem Cells

While EVOO is full of benefits, it's important to know that it isn't a replacement for sunscreen, and may even worsen sun damage and hyperpigmentation.

The Dynamics of Olive Oil

Sahar Berjis

Guiding Hands: Sahar Berjis, MPH, RD – Functional Dietitian & Founder of InnerHealthWellness

With wellness becoming increasingly mainstream, it can be difficult to decipher the conversation surrounding clean beauty, holistic wellness and hormones.

Consumers are holding the market under more intense scrutiny; they want to know what's in their products, what ingredients are safe and where they come from.

Forever Chemicals in Skin Care: What Every Aesthetic Professional Should Know

Have you been to any of the beauty conferences this year or opened a trade magazine and discovered the surge of marketing claims promoting “clean,” “non-toxic” and “green” skin care products?

The growing sustainability movement makes authentic, ethically-sourced EVOO a very attractive option in terms of ingredients.

Jar Deconstructed: Extra Virgin Olive Oil

You probably have it in your kitchen right now.

Why Your Skin Might Be Aging Faster Than You Think: The Silent Role of Fibroblasts

Why Your Skin Might Be Aging Faster Than You Think: The Silent Role of Fibroblasts

Your skin may be aging faster than you think—and fibroblasts could be the reason. Discover how to wake up these collagen factories and restore resilience before silent damage takes hold with Osmosis skincare & wellness.

The rise of self-care has brought meditation more centrally into the wellness conversation, being an accessible but effective tool.

Glow from the Inside Out: How Meditation Became My Secret Skincare Weapon

At Shot Bar Medspa in Chicago, we're known for turning heads with skin that stuns.

The increasingly health-conscious consumer is holding ingredients to a higher standard. In the pursuit of 'clean' and safe ingredients, they often look to natural ingredients like botanicals.

Perfect Pairings: Enhancing Advanced Skin Care Modalities with Natural Ingredients

Trends come and go in the spa and esthetics industry, but some are here to stay: advanced modalities and treatments like dermaplaning, microneedling, injectables and more.

The holiday season isn't just a winter wonderland, but a mindfield of stressors from the pressure to put on the perfect holiday, to getting slammed by end-of-year deadlines or even the reminder of a loved one's absence—clients can have some pretty heavy things written on their faces.

Holiday Skin SOS: The Surprising Science You Need to Know During Stress Season

Walk into any treatment room this holiday season and you'll see it instantly—that telltale puffiness around the eyes, the stubborn redness that refuses to calm down, the client who insists their go-to serum suddenly stings.

When helping your clients with aftercare, it's important to advise your clients in a way that supports their healthcare provider's recommended regimen, and to provide solutions that make a recovery regimen easier to adhere to.

Medical Aesthetic Procedures – What’s in Your Aftercare?

The aesthetic industry has grown and developed over the last twenty years!

In an age where clients are showing unprecedented levels of stress, a scalp massage can be a valuable tool for mitigating this and allowing them to release tension.

The Power of Scalp Massage in Elevating Client Treatment

There are many ways to enhance treatments, but one of the simplest and most effective is a great scalp massage.

People of color should also be careful to avoid sun exposure, retinols and harsh exfoliants leading up to a chemical peel.

Why Prepping Skin of Color Matters for Chemical Peel Season

When peel season rolls around, most of us estheticians get excited about the chance to help clients refresh their skin and head into the cooler months with a glow.

Azelaic acid is a favorite in the skindustry, especially those seeking more effective, gentle solutions for acne and rosacea.

5 Things You Need to Know About Azelaic Acid

While the North American and European markets are no strangers to azelaic acid, the further industrialization of the Asian-Pacific region has resulted in a growing middle class and larger awareness surrounding skin care.