As the voice of the beauty industry, the Professional Beauty Association (PBA) frequently monitors the political landscape and acts as a vocal advocate on public policy issues that impact salons, spas, distributors and manufacturers. The 2009-2010 legislative calendar continues to... (Continue reading)
When choosing a great treatment bed to use in your aesthetics business there are several factors to consider. First, how will the bed be used? Will it be primarily for giving facials, massages or other types of treatments? Next will... (Continue reading)
Why is skin typing critical when assessing treatment options for clients with skin disorders or for initial treatment for new patients? In determining the best course of action to take, clinical research has shown that genetics, hair color, eye color,... (Continue reading)
A note from the new Editor in Chief In the recent years before the recession, the industry witnessed the growth of the medical spa format, which is an area that even today has been relatively unhurt by the current economic climate.... (Continue reading)
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Showing how the spa industry is weathering the difficult economy of 2008 and 2009, SpaFinder has released a new survey focusing on marketing and personnel efforts. SpaFinder, a leading spa and salon marketing and research company, has released the findings of... (Continue reading)
Fixed Pay Structure is a pay structure that does not fluctuate with revenue. What that means is that no matter how much or little revenue your spa brings in, your employees under a fixed pay structure, will be paid the... (Continue reading)
Advertising Options To Reach Your Target Market It goes without saying that as an aesthetician, it is critical to maintain your existing clientèle, keeping them happy to ensure they remain loyal, long-term customers.However, to continue to build and grow your business,... (Continue reading)
Today’s medical spa is a unique combination of technology, science and beauty, and benefits many people who believe they have found the fountain of youth in their medical spa. As an example, years ago many people thought that looking youthful... (Continue reading)
Managing a medical spa is much like running any other type of business. Treatments offered (products and services) and important protocols must be balanced with profitability. The goal of the medical spa is to service clients the finest possible medical... (Continue reading)