Harvard dermatologist Thomas Fitzpatrick. M.D., Ph.D., first developed the Fitzpatrick scale in 1975 to gauge how skin of different colors reacted to UV light exposure. This model is used to evaluate a clients propensity to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). The melanin content should warn the service provider that any surface inflammation can trigger hyperpigmentation.
5 ways to bring clients back to your spa
The spa business is expected to continue to grow. People are interested in looking and feeling good. Even with a lot of the world working at home, people want to look good for their online meetings.
There is a lot of competition and paying attention to the small details can keep clients coming. How a client feels when they are with you is very important.
Steamers and the Facial.
I have been in the treatment room for about 26+ years. It has been a love hate relationship with my steamer. At times I have avoided it and others used it all the time. Most of my clients have loved when we use steam and every once in a while there is someone that doesn’t like it. But, I do notice when I use the steam helps to soften that top layer of dead skin and helps me do my job.
Best Skincare Tips from Dermatologists
The skin is the largest organ of the body. The purpose of the largest organ is to protect us from harsh substances and bacteria while also regulating body temperature. How can we help give care to our skin and make sure we are healthy? Here are some of the best skincare tips from dermatologists you can follow! Share these skincare tips with your clients!
Which Products to Retail? Top product retail guide.
Which products to retail in your spa? Top product retail guide for your skincare business. Quick Retail Guide!
We have a quick guide of our top sellers. We know many need to get retail in right away to be ready for holiday sales.
Eco Friendly Skincare Packaging: Go Green
Finding packaging that is environmentally sustainable and visually appealing is easier today than before. More people are demanding this in the products they consume. This not only attracts consumers on a visual level but makes them feel better about using their products. Companies are increasingly looking forward to embracing eco-friendly, sustainable packaging more than ever. Sustainable packaging materials allow you to protect the environment. Irrespective of where you live, it is vital to make your community greener and safer.
Microdermabrasion Treatment
Microdermabrasion is a simple, non-invasive, no downtime procedure that leaves the skin significantly smooth and looking healthier. I have heard and read many estheticians say it is old school or outdated. Oldies can be goodies! There is a place for microdermabrasion in your treatment room.
Modifying facial treatments for your sensitive skin clients
Many people that come in for facials will describe their skin as sensitive. When you really have someone that is what can you do to modify the facial treatment to make sure they do not react or become more red? Sensitive skin can arise from several factors internal like hereditary, food sensitivities or allergies, illnesses or medications. External factors include UV exposure, environmental conditions, frequent contact with water, solvents, chemicals.
Providing the Spa Experience
Everyone enjoys an open, trusting environment, especially in a spa setting. You want your clients to feel welcomed and heard when voicing their concerns; as well as, providing a clean space that is pleasing and comfortable. Below you will find tips and advice to offer a spa experience your clients will be begging to come back to.
Hosting A Spa Party
Hosting an event such as a spa party, can be an effective marketing tool. This can provide traffic to help you promote services and products. You can create an event out of anything! For example, you can center the event around Graduations, Mother’s Day, Birthday parties, a summer event, etc,.. Design a web page with […]