The Official Magazine of the International Spa Industry
19 th ANNIVERSARY VOL. 19 NO.5 MAY 2009
COVER STORY RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT...ESTHEDERM KEY ISSUE! ESTHEDERM Research & Development staff is thoroughly versed in the requirements of each French research agency. All required procedures are in place to ensure the integrity of all skincare products that Esthederm produce. All Institute Esthederm team is committed to constantly investigating new technologies and cosmetic market trends to produce products that will give spas the competitive edge in the marketplace. Through continuous research and development, Esthederm strive to produce the most effective possible skincare products for all types of skin around the world. Esthederm sunproducts range, for example, was a breakthrough in sun education technology. Esthederm commitment to innovation has kept them at the forefront of dermatological science and they have consistently led the development of quality skincare advanced products. Esthederm R&D department and team focus only on one goal: what more can we do to protect the future of skin?
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