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Indoor Tanning, Melanoma Definitively Linked June 17th, 2010
Researchers say a new study from the University of Minnesota's School of Public Health and Masonic Cancer Center definitively links the use of indoor tanning devices to increased risk of melanoma, the most serious form of skin cancer.
This research study involving 2,268 Minnesotans is the... [Read More] |  | | The Story of Stuff June 5th, 2010
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The Story of Stuff Project’s mission is to build a strong, diverse, decentralized, cross-sector movement to transform systems of production and consumption to serve ecological sustainability and social wellbeing. Our goals are to amplify public discourse on a diverse set of... [Read More] |  | | FDA - Indoor Tanning: The Risks of UV Radiation May 31st, 2010
Do you have questions about Indoor Tanning? Did you know that FDA regulates tanning beds?
On Wednesday, May 26, FDA's Center for Devices and Radiological Health hosted a 30-minute Webinar on Indoor Tanning and the Risks of UV Radiation.
Featured speakers, Sharon Miller, M.S.E.E.,... [Read More] |  | | The Story of Bottled Water May 27th, 2010
The Story of Bottled Water, employs the Story of Stuff style to tell the story of manufactured demand—how you get Americans to buy more than half a billion bottles of water every week when it already flows from the tap. Over seven minutes, the film explores the bottled water industry’s attacks on... [Read More] |  | | No Bones About It: Bones are Unsafe for Your Dog May 2nd, 2010
Even though this is not Esthetics related, I'm posting this article as a service announcement. Protect your furry family members. <webmaster>
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The idea that it’s natural for dogs to chew on bones is a popular one. However, it’s... [Read More] |  | | ASCP - Waxing February 25th, 2010
What is Waxing?
Waxing is the most common of hair-removal techniques in spas today. In this treatment, cool or warm wax adheres to the hair and is pulled off in strips. There are two types of wax: hard and soft. Hard wax is usually better for more delicate areas like the face, underarms,... [Read More] |  | | ASCP - Microdermabrasion February 25th, 2010
What is Microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion was first adopted in Europe and was not introduced to the United States until the 1990s. Its introduction led the revolution of device-driven, noninvasive cosmetic procedures. Today, microdermabrasion remains one of the most popular services... [Read More] | | | ASCP - Healthy Skin February 25th, 2010
What Is Esthetics?
Esthetics is the application of various treatments to the skin’s epidermal layer. In other words, esthetics is all about healthy skin. Some of the techniques used by estheticians—or skin care professionals—include facial steaming, wrapping, exfoliation,... [Read More] | | | ASCP - Facials February 25th, 2010
What is a Facial?
A facial is a professional cleansing, purifying, and beautifying treatment of the skin on the face and neck. There are several variations of facials, including mini facials, detoxifying facials, anti-aging facials, facials that highlight special ingredients, like herbs or... [Read More] | | | ASCP - Exfoliation February 25th, 2010
What is Exfoliation?
Exfoliation is a skin care therapy in which the outer layers of dead skin cells are gently sloughed off with the use of an abrasive tool or product, such as a loofah sponge or brush, or a skin cleanser containing sea salt or ground nut shells. Any area of the skin can be... [Read More] | | | ASCP - Chemical Peels February 25th, 2010
What is a Chemical Peel?
Chemical peels are used to remove the outer-most layer of the skin and reveal the fresh, less-wrinkled layer below. In these procedures, a chemical formula is placed on the skin, which then peels off, eliminating dead cells and leaving the skin with clarity, luminosity,... [Read More] | | | How Microdermabrasion Works June 23rd, 2008
So what exactly is microdermabrasion, what does it promise and what effect does it actually have on your face?... [Read More] |  |
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