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Esthetics & Skincare Trends to Watch For in 2026
Skincare is constantly evolving, and clients are becoming more intentional about what they put on their skin and the treatments they choose. In 2026, trends lean toward smarter routines, gentler techniques, and services that support both skin health and lifestyle. These shifts reflect what people are looking for in treatment rooms and what skilled estheticians […]
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What Does Clean Beauty Mean? An In-Depth Analysis of Key Terminology in the Beauty Industry
What Do You Mean by Clean? Sephora, Ulta, Target, and various beauty retailers have stringent requirements for products that can be approved and marketed under their “Clean Beauty” category. But, the prerequisites are vastly different from retailer to retailer. Why? “Clean beauty” is a commonly used term in the beauty space,
How to Use Acupressure for Anxiety Relief
Long, Long Ago… The earliest known literature on acupuncture and acupressure originated from the Jin Dynasty of the 3rd century A.D. The Systematic Classic of Acupuncture and Moxibustion was published by clinician Huang-fu Mi and provided the building block for modern day Eastern medicine. In fact, the most common Eastern medicinal practices we
How the Sun Affects Your Skin (and What You Can Do About It)
It’s All Fun in the Sun, Until… … You spend a tad-bit too long on a comfy, Adirondack chair reading that historical fiction novel you desperately need to finish while sipping a refreshing beverage. You reached the tantalizing end of your novel, but you also gained a painfully irritating sunburn on your face, shoulders, and
The Benefits of Massage Therapy
Pampering with a Purpose The power of human touch has long been recognized as an imperative contribution to our sense of well being. From ancient societies to the modern “Digital Age,” touch (or lack thereof) remains a crucial facet of interpersonal communication. Greek Mythology’s King Midas wished to Dionyssus for everything he touched
The Skin Microbiome: A Brief Introduction
The “Micro” What? We all have that friend who, seemingly every month, announces their new miracle diet. They use language like: “this new [insert trendy diet here] has absolutely changed my life in only 4 days!” This friend is constantly sharing (unsolicited) advice about the perfect diet for your body type that is
The Effects of Massage Therapy on Anxiety
We Are All a Little Anxious. According to a 2020 Pew Research study, one-third of Americans suffered from heightened levels of psychological distress as a result of COVID-19. The federal stay-at-home orders, social distancing requirements, mask mandates, and varying state orders paired with the volatile coronavirus case numbers are particularly troublesome for those who suffer
The Science Behind Hair Color
Is Hair Color Really a Science? Turn on E! News, browse a few articles in Vogue, or scroll down your Instagram feed, and you will find an abundance of hair colors. From platinum blonde to midnight black, from mermaid teal to rainbow ombré, we often use hair color as an accessory.
Important Cosmetology Industry Statistics
Are you considering entering the fabulous cosmetology industry? If so, you might be wondering just how big the cosmetology industry really is, and what is the job outlook for people attending cosmetology school in Austin right now? We’ve got you covered with the latest cosmetology industry statistics. What is the
Makeup Artist Tear Sheet: What is it and How Do You Get One?
A tear sheet is when your work is published in a magazine and you are credited in the editorial or story as the makeup artist. While tear sheets can exist online and in digital publications, they originally only existed in the pages of a magazine – which you’d tear out