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Presents an obituary for aesthetician Erica Miller who died of lung cancer on March 2003 in Houston, Texas.

The article provides suggestion from Lori Robertson, who owns a medical aesthetics practice in Brea and San Dimas, California, on the key to a successful aesthetic consult, which is among the first and most pivotal steps to securing new business in the cosmetic practice. Topics discussed include importance of listening intently to patients' concerns and address those perceived issues, and qualities that will most likely result in trust building, which is key to a successful consult.

The article focuses on the imporatnce of smell and touch in the formulation of body care products. The way a product appears when in use have an effect on consumer perception of efficacy. The after-effect of the product is important for products promising to leave on the skin of consumer.

In this article, the author offers information related to Retinol, which is one of the animal forms of vitamin A. He discusses its use in manufacturing skin care product. He informs that Vitamin A is found primarily in red and green vegetables, is converted by the body from beta-carotene into retinol and then into retinoic acid. He further discusses several benefits from the Retinol including stimulation of cell repair, regulation skin functions and skin cell regeneration.

Provides pointers to consider when hiring an esthetician. Education; Appearance; Personality.

Reports on the 1996 Conference of Esthetics and Dermatology held in Century City, Los Angeles, California. Number of licensed estheticians who participated in conference; Activities and panel discussions; Other educational resources planned by manufacturers to improve estheticians' knowledge of their craft.

Reports that skincare manufacturer Biodroga has sent its United States-based estheticians on training tour of its headquarters in Baden-Baden, Germany.

Presents information about the beauty experts preferred by actresses in United States. Reasons why supermodels Christy Turlington, Elle Macpherson and Stephanie Seymour preferred hair colorist Christophe of John Freida Salon in New York; Hair coloring techniques of Christophe; How aesthetician Rene Thomas of Michaeljohn Salon and Spa in Beverly Hills keeps the radiant face of Barbra Streisand and Michelle Pfeiffer; Beauty products used by Thomas.

The article provides thoughts from oral and maxillofacial surgeon Joe Niamtu, III, M.D. and dermatologist Ranella Hirsch, M.D. on trends in aesthetic technology.

The article reports on the addition of physician's assistant, nurse practitioners, cosmetologists and aestheticians by a growing number of dermatologists for a variety of reasons. According to Gerald Goldberg, president of PIMA Dermatology, having these professionals on board gives me more time for complex cases and gives the patients quicker access to their services. Goldberg also said that dermatologists could very easily lighten their load by bringing on a new mid-level.

The article reports that for cosmetic facial problems, Botox, a medicine is no longer a stand-alone for all treatment. Increasingly, doctors are modifying doses based on individual patient needs and combining Botox with soft tissue fillers. According to Alastair Carruthers, a leading dermatologist there are aestheticians on every corner who are injecting Botox. Administering Botox might look easy, but Carruthers emphasizes that it requires both an aesthetic sense and a comprehensive knowledge of underlying anatomy.

Information about the presentation of Doctor E. Victor Ross of Scripps Clinic entitled "Energy Devices A to Z: What Does What" discussed at the inaugural Aesthetic + Medical Dermatology Symposia held in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho on May 2015 is presented. Topics include ablative fractional lasers, tattoo removal, and cosmetics. The presentation reviewed the medical devices that work for particular conditions.

The article discusses 90-minute placenta facials derived from the umbilical cords of sheep offered by aesthetician Louise Deschamps of Beverly Hills, California to celebrities such as singer Harry Styles and television personality Ryan Seacrest, which promotes cell regeneration.

The article inquires whether mineral makeup is beneficial for the skin. According to the article, experts cautioned users that they should not rely on mineral makeup alone for skin protection. Skin expert Leslie Baumann, a medical doctor and cosmetic dermatologist in Miami, mentions that gold, which has been popping up in high-end skincare, shows no evidence of preserving or minimizing wrinkles on skin.

The article offers information on the introduction of men's skin care products called Skin Care Management System for Men, by Jan marini Skin Research Inc. The products contain the features of a five-step shaving, antiaging and antiacne treatment, and have been designed to cleanse, rejuvenate, and protect men's skin. Several products of men's skin care program include C-Esta Cleansing Gel, Bioglycolic Bioclear Face Lotion, and Antioxidant Daily Face Protectant SPF 30.

The article discusses the aspects of microdermabrasion, a simple, healthy process primarily for skin care in the U.S. According to Camille Capone, an esthetician at Pharmacy Integrative Pharmacy in Boulder, Colorado, microdermabrasion precipitates cellular turnover which is especially important as people age because that process tends to take longer than it does when younger. She adds that such process gives the skin a fresh look because it brushes off dead cells and stimulates the collagen.

The article reveals the influence of art and architecture on the work of brow expert and aesthetician Anastasia Soare. According to her, studying technical design and art gave her the ability to see things in three-dimension. In 1992, Soare struck out on her own, first renting a small space at the Juan Juan Beauty Center in Beverly Hills and in 1997 signing a lease for her own space on Bedford Drive in Beverly Hills, California. In 2000, Soare's products entered Nordstrom, followed by Sephora.

The article highlights the International Congress of Esthetics, which specifically targets the aestheticians, held between September 16 and 18, 2006 at the Long Beach Convention Center in California. The show provided an avenue for launches of lines or products including the Hungarian skin care called Ilike, lotion candles from L'Ocean and the new Seasonal Professional Treatment from Sothys.

The article presents a list of various consumer databases. These include PennWell's Fire Database, with a combined database of subscribers to PennWell's "Fire Engineering" and "Fire EMS" magazines and buyers of books on related topics and Estheticians ALC with more than 84,000 professional estheticians.

The article cites the survey that shows more women are likely to seek the advice of friends or family before seeking the advice of a physician or esthetician. The survey, which was sponsored by the Society of Dermatology SkinCare Specialists, indicates that 36 percent of respondents asserted that they went to a physician or esthetician for a skincare concern, while 41 percent said they try to treat skincare concern themselves after they had sought counsel from family and friends.

The article focuses on the successful practices adopted by dermatologists. One way as suggested is to offer patients camouflage makeup application techniques taught by a trained camouflage makeup artist or aesthetician. Physicians estimates that less than 10 percent of dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons routinely offer camouflage makeup services, and suspects that only a handful offer them in the San Diego area. But dermatologists can meet the need by having aestheticians incorporate camouflage makeup into their responsibilities.

The article focuses on the importance of office extenders for physicians and dermatologists. Office extenders are specialized office staff to administer certain treatments. According to a survey, of these office extenders, 15.5 percent were physician's assistants, 7.7 percent nurse practitioners, 14.6 percent registered or licensed practical nurses, and 10 percent were estheticians. These office extenders administered laser, filler, botulinum toxin, peels, and microdermabrasion treatments. American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery have created standards of care specific to office extenders.

Highlights the third annula Spa & Resort & Conference in Manhattan, New York City. Attendance of aestheticians, spa management personnel, buyers and physicians; Efficacy of the regional aprpoach in holding shows in selected top markets; Description of new products related to cosmetics.

Announces the plan of Rumanian aesthetician Cornelia Zicu to leave her position as head aesthetician at Peninsula Spa in the Peninsula Hotel in New York City to create her own luxury beauty and retreat spa.

Examines the functions of a medical aesthetician in cosmetic surgery. Education of patients about proper surgical outcomes; Patient preparation for and recovery from surgical procedures; Product recommendation.