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Environmental stressors like pollution and UV radiation are just a couple of examples of what can exacerbate inflammation.

The Fire Within: Understanding and Addressing Inflammation in Modern Skin Care

Ask any esthetician for the top complaints from clients and you'll hear a familiar list: redness, irritation, breakouts or sensitive skin that just won't settle down.

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

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

Elevate the Experience: The Tech Your Guests Will Soon Expect

Elevate the Experience: The Tech Your Guests Will Soon Expect

In today's spa and wellness market, guests prioritize results and relaxation, seeking advanced and personalized experiences. As trends become hotter, spas and wellness clubs must integrate innovative solutions to meet the growing demands. RedWave and HydroWave by Wellsystem can be that solution, with fully automated, touch-free systems that deliver high-impact wellness benefits with minimal staff involvement.

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.

Vitamin K supports blood flow and strengthens capillaries, which helps mitigate bruising and vascular issues.

Jar Deconstructed: Vitamin K

Vitamin K is highly valued topically in skin care for its ability to strengthen blood vessels and improve circulation, thereby enhancing the appearance of dark circles and bruising.

Harsh products, environmental stressors and underlying skin conditions can all cause the skin barrier to malfunction.

Scalp and Skin Barrier Health: Driving New Insights That Are Beyond Skin-Deep

In the past, most consumers bought products that boosted great-looking skin and hair for aesthetic reasons, but this aim is now shifting to skin health.

Ingrowns happen when hair gets trapped under the skin. Here's how you can avoid them.

Is Waxing a Love-Hate Relationship? You’re Not Alone.

Let’s be honest—waxing can totally feel like a love-hate relationship…for both clients and us pros.

Good brows are tailored to compliment a client's facial features, proportions and eye spacing.

Framing the Face: The Art & Science of Perfect Brows

Brows are not just hair—they are the frame that sets the tone for the entire face.

Photodynamic therapy (PDT) uses a light-sensitive drug activated by a specific light source to destroy abnormal cells.

Photodynamic Therapy: A Single Solution for Oily Skin, Pores and Sun Damage

Most patients learn about PDT in the context of medical concerns, such as persistent acne, enlarged oil glands or early sun-related lesions.

Consumers are doing away with fussy, expensive routines in favor of minimalist ones that prioritize results.

Minding Your Business: Skin Streaming Is In—Why Less Is More for Skin Care in 2025

As a licensed esthetician and education director at Woodhouse Spa with over a decade of experience, I’ve witnessed countless skin care trends come and go, but few have made as meaningful an impact as skin streaming.

Stretch Marks are becoming more prevalent and consumers are looking for the latest in minimally invasive procedures, synergistic treatments and advanced topicals to treat them.

That's Bound to Leave a Mark: What You Need to Know About Stretch Marks in 2025

Stretch marks can feel like one of those unfortunate facts of life, especially when it's time to slip into a bathing suit again, or after a surprising bout of weight or muscle gain.

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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.