With the great hydroquinone (HQ) debate recently resurfacing , I thought it as good a time as any to take an in depth look at some of the next-generation lighteners and brighteners being used in skin care. Next-generation lighteners serve as effecti

Last week I wrote about the lotus root and its remarkable effects on the skin­­­­­­­­. Keeping with the “spring in bloom” theme, I’ll delve into the benefits of hibiscus, another flower acid in our new collection of exotic peels. As I mentioned last

Spring is just around the corner and flowers are in bloom – in the garden and in the treatment room. Since spring is about renewal it’s the perfect time to introduce clients to new, exotic flower acids to refresh and brighten the skin. These rejuvena

It seems June is all about men. It is Men’s Health Month, Father’s Day is June 19 and June 13-19 is Men’s Health Week! We already know the male skin care market is a growing industry. Use this month – Father’s Day and Men’s Health Month – to tap into

Earlier this week we posted a note on Facebook about the benefits of a skin care regimen that consists of using L-lactic acid and glycolic acid. Though I’ve been touting the benefit of these important AHAs for more than two decades, I was reminded of

The Peptide 38 has a powerhouse ingredient lineup of next-generation peptides, antioxidants and MMP inhibitors. The response and feedback has been astounding, but some of you may be wondering what a next-generation peptide is and what makes this form

Hydroquinone (HQ) has long been used by cosmeceutical companies large and small in lightening and brightening formulas as a way to correct pigmentation disorders. So why have restrictions of its use recently been issued? First, for those who haven’t

Shielding the skin from damaging UV rays is important year round, particularly so during the summer months, since we tend to spend more time outdoors. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and a good time to refresh your client’s knowledge on protection