How to Incorporate Ayurveda, Aromatherapy, and Natural Ingredients into Beauty Treatments

Ayurveda, an ancient Indian system of medicine, focuses on balancing the body's energies (doshas: Vata, Pitta, Kapha) through diet, lifestyle, and natural therapies. Aromatherapy involves the use of essential oils derived from plants to improve physical and psychological well-being. Combining these two can offer potent, results-driven treatments that align with holistic wellness principles.

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What You Need to Know About Cuticle Nippers

Cuticle clippers are essential tools for most manicurists. While electric nail files are now commonly used in classic and combination manicures, clippers remain indispensable. The market is flooded with a variety of tools, so how do you choose the perfect cuticle clippers for yourself? Is price always an indicator of quality? Does our care routine affect the longevity of the tools?

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NailsNatalia Kulak
How to Remove Cuticles Safely

Cuticle management is a fundamental aspect of nail care that when done right, elevates the manicure - if not removed correctly from the nail plate, it can lead to service breakdown. Understanding the intricacies of cuticle anatomy and the proper techniques for their maintenance is crucial to delivering safe and effective treatments.

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NailsNatalia Kulak
Why the Popularity of Lemon Bottle Fat Dissolving Injections Continues to be Concerning

Lemon Bottle has been garnering huge virality with over 81 million views on TikTok as a trendy non-surgical solution for reducing localized fat deposits. However, their popularity has also sparked significant debate regarding their efficacy and safety – with many injecting themselves with fraudulent products bought online, which have ingredients from cooking oil and have reportedly caused skin rotting. The potential of Lemon Bottle sounds incredible - so why has it gathered such a negative reputation?

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Can You Deny Services to a Male Client?

Whether trade beauty professionals can deny services to male clients is a complex one, rooted in a combination of legislative requirements and personal or religious beliefs. As this issue touches upon both legal frameworks and individual comfort levels, it is crucial to understand the relevant legislation and the valid reasons some beauty therapists may have for denying services to male clients.

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The Powerhouse Ingredient that is Glutathione

Glutathione, a tripeptide composed of three amino acids—cysteine, glycine, and glutamic acid—is a potent antioxidant widely revered for its therapeutic potential in various medical fields. In recent years, its use in skincare has garnered significant attention, owing to its impressive capabilities in promoting skin health and combating signs of ageing.

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How to Ensure Product Safety in Your Beauty Salon

Clients entrust salon professionals with their health and beauty, expecting the highest standards in every treatment they receive. For salon owners, this means navigating a complex landscape of safety regulations and product standards to ensure every item on their shelves is safe and effective. While the challenge is significant, the reward is a loyal clientele and a stellar reputation for quality and care. We’re breaking down how to stay compliant with safety regulations and ensure the safety of products you stock and use.

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The Hidden Cost of Booking Systems for Salons

Every salon owner understands the importance of maintaining a seamless booking process. However, the hidden costs associated with third-party booking systems can quietly erode your profits. Subscriptions, commissions and data that is hosted by a different company make growing challenging - so how can setting up your own website save you money and help you build a stronger online brand presence in order to enhance your salon’s growth?

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The Top SPFs of Summer 2024

Discover the ultimate guide to the top SPFs of Summer 2024! From innovative formulas to superior sun protection, explore the latest trends and must-have products to keep your skin safe and radiant all season long. Dive into our curated list and find your perfect sunscreen match for a sun-kissed summer ahead!

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Best High-Performing Skincare for Mature Skin

Mature skin, typically defined as skin that is 50 years or older, undergoes a variety of physiological changes requiring specific skincare considerations. With age, the production of collagen and elastin diminishes, leading to thinner skin, wrinkles, and sagging. The rate of cell turnover slows, causing a buildup of dead skin cells that result in a dull, uneven complexion. Sebum production decreases, making the skin drier and more susceptible to fine lines. Hormonal changes, especially in post-menopausal women, exacerbate skin dryness and thinning. Additionally, accumulated environmental damage from UV radiation and pollution leads to oxidative stress, further accelerating skin aging by damaging DNA, lipids, and proteins.

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What's Underlashing and How Do You Do It?

Gaining popularity thanks to BeautyTok, Underlashing is one of the breakout beauty trends of the past 12 months. Underlashing is a lash technique whereby false lashes are applied under your natural lashes instead of the traditional method of applying them on top. Makeup artists and beauty TikTokers have adopted this application technique, as it changes the overall appearance of the lashes, and gives a natural lift to the eyes.​

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LashesNatalia Kulak
Essential Skincare Tips for Pre-Teens and Teens

There has been a lot of recent press coverage around pre-teen skincare and brands targeting younger generations, particularly on various popular social media channels. These platforms are promoting skincare products to young girls and boys. As adults, we understand that social media influencers are paid to promote these brands, and for them, more sales equals more income. It's not necessarily about what's best for people's skin.

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The Power of Polynucleotides

Polynucleotides are fast becoming a cornerstone in the field of regenerative aesthetic medicine. Their unique ability to stimulate cellular regeneration offers a promising alternative to more traditional cosmetic interventions, making them the “it” treatment dropping in clinics such as Thérapie Clinic which has introduced the sought-after treatment into all 70 of their clinics nationwide last month - but what makes polynucleotides so powerful and how can you ensure their benefits in treatments?

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The App That Is Promising to Bring Authenticity Back to the Oversaturated Beauty Market

I think we can all agree—the beauty market is oversaturated with beauty products and superficial beauty claims, with even experts struggling to find their way. After one too many skincare letdowns and products that didn’t justify their cost, I often feel put off buying a new product, just to end up disappointed. But what if it were possible to have a map to the holy grail? Not just any holy grail, but one specifically tailored to your skincare needs.

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