Spa & Clinic Volume 73

SPA+CLINIC Volume 73 Autumn 2018

aesthetics • medi • wellness

Natural IS THE NEW

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Contents Cover stories

12 The New Wave Of Wellness Tourism

22 10 Mistakes You’re Making On Social Media 34 From Where You’d Rather Be 76 Natural Is The New Black

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In this issue 14 What Went Down At Beauty

Expo Melbourne

18 Spa Wellness Around

The Globe

24 Why You Need A PR 30 You’re Looking A Million Dollars 32 Bathing For Wellbeing 44 Skin Through The Ages 46 Nourishing Skin From Within 60 Connecting Inner And

Outer Beauty

64 How To Align Your Company

With Your Skincare

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70 The V-Word 84 How Active Is Your Skincare?

86 Botox Areas You Didn’t

Know Existed

88 Facial 2.0

52 On the cover

95 Anatomy Of The Perfect

Makeup Corner

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WHAT DOES wellness mean to you?

Good health? Feeling happy? Or maybe something more tangible like turning off your phone and reading a book without interruption from the kids/work e-mails/ adult life in general. Whatever it is, wellness is something we all strive for, so it’s no surprise the wellness industry is experiencing an unprecedented boom.

The overall wellness sector is a multitrillion dollar industry and increasing every year, so it’s fair to say, as a business owner, you shouldn’t ignore it. As a reader of this magazine, you’re already a step ahead of many others of course (good job!), and if you work at a spa or clinic, chances are you are in fact providing wellness services, but it may be time to think outside of the box and broaden your offering beyond a relaxing facial or massage.

Increasingly more people are pursuing a healthy lifestyle, which is about more than exercising and a balanced diet. Many people are now aware of ingredients in products and opting for natural, vegan, and ecofriendly when it comes to skincare (page 76), as well as taking supplements to nourish their bodies from within to achieve that glow we all want (page 46). So in order to cater for this type of clientele, it’s important to stay ahead of the ever-changing industry.

There are so many ways to incorporate wellness into your business, and in this ‘Big Wellness Issue’ we’re showing you how.

From offering crystal-infused water in your waiting room (page 40) to amenities like the perfect makeup corner (page 95) – the bottom line is, if it makes your clients feel good, you’re on the right path.

We’ve also rounded up the most jawdroppingly gorgeous destination spas worldwide (page 32) to send you on an inspiring daydream journey while flicking through these pages. It’s incredible what some wellness retreats offer nowadays – a holistic approach to health is definitely key, but there’s no reason why you can’t find your inner peace in luxurious 5-star surroundings.

As always, we bring you the latest on trade shows and expos worldwide and let you know what we learned at key events, such as Cosmoprof Bologna (page 18) and Beauty Expo Melbourne (page 14). We also dive into the often less talked about topic of female rejuvenation treatments (page 68) – an area that’s growing thanks to advanced technology and an increased awareness and de-stigmatisation of vaginal health issues.

Lastly, I hope you enjoy our ‘new look’ – it may not be obvious to you but SPA+CLINIC had a small makeover, because sometimes, it’s not just faces that need a lift.

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The New Wave Of

Wellness Tourism

Forget all-inclusive holidays spent by the pool with a cocktail in hand, what travelers want now is life-changing retreats for body and soul. Nadine Dilong investigates.

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ccording to the Global Wellness Institute’s 2017 Global Wellness Economy Monitor, the Wellness Tourism segment is a $US 563 billion industry — growing faster than the tourism industry itself. In comparison, the fitness, mind and body industry is estimated at $US 542 billion, with the overall Global Wellness Economy coming in at $US 3.7 trillion.

But what exactly is Wellness Tourism?

According to newly founded Wellness Tourism Association, it’s “a specific division

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of the global tourism industry that is defined by the common goal of creating, offering, and marketing natural assets and activities primarily focused on serving the Wellness Traveler and those who want to be.”

One could argue that any kind of holiday improves our wellbeing on some level, but of

course there’s a difference between a 14-day all-inclusive cruise that’ll make you feel good temporarily thanks to the unlimited supply of junk food, alcohol, and ABBA tribute shows, and a 14-day stay at a wellness retreat with daily yoga classes, hiking tours and a vegan diet. The ladder will hopefully have a long-term effect on your overall health and wellbeing, which may be one of the main reasons wellness tourism has become so popular. We’re all pursuing maximum health and happiness.

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According to the Chairman of Wellness Tourism Association, Accor Hotels, Andrew Gibson, “almost every major hotel corporation has taken an interest in the wellness traveler based on an increased demand by business travelers seeking to maintain a healthy lifestyle with wellness options when they travel.”

It’s a smart move and could be the point of difference many hotels need in this everchanging tourism market. The sudden rise in demand in wellness destinations seems largely due to our increasingly stressful lifestyles.

The Global Wellness Institute’s Chair of the Wellness Tourism Initiative, Katherine Droga, agrees.

“The rise in popularity of wellness holidays reflects where we are all at in our daily lives and what we really value. As our lives have gotten crazy busy, the thing we crave the most is time out to reconnect – with ourselves, our family or friends and nature.

And what is interesting is that people are prepared to spend more on this type of vacation. According to the GWI Global Wellness Economy survey, wellness travel spend is growing at twice the rate of global travel expenditure (6.8% versus 3.4%).”

One of the reasons for this quick growth is the fact there is no ‘typical’ wellness tourist, instead, people from all kinds of backgrounds and every demographic are interested in refueling during their valuable annual leave.

“Sure, you may see lots of stressed or burnt out women aged 35-50 years old at wellness retreats, but, really, wellness travel is a mindset,” says Droga.

“It can be any age or gender. It’s a person who is putting their own journey of transformation and wellness as a priority, and that segment just keeps growing.”

However, when looking at the overall tendencies of wellness tourists, there seem to be two categories: About 11% are heading on a trip specifically for an immersive wellness experience, whereas the remaining group is the secondary wellness travelers (89% of all wellness trips) who incorporate some wellness as part of an existing business or leisure trip.

Droga continues to explain wellness tourism isn’t limited to adults only mentioning kids yoga classes on the rise, but at the same time acknowledges it’s a bit of an untapped area for the industry.

“Connecting with kids in nature is a no brainer and as a parent, this is often what we try to do on holidays with our kids anyway.”

Fulfilling one of its first objectives, the newly-founded Wellness Tourism Association has created a glossary of terms that will become the basis for common understanding, plus further define and bring needed standards to the growing global wellness tourism industry.

WELLNESS TRAVEL Travel that allows the traveler to maintain, enhance or kick-start a healthy lifestyle, and support or increase one’s sense of wellbeing.

WELLNESS TRAVELER Often referred to as the ‘primary wellness traveler’, an individual who has wellness as the primary purpose of their travels.

WELLNESS VISITOR Often referred to as the ‘secondary wellness traveler’, an individual who works elements of wellness into their travels for business or pleasure.

WELLNESS VACATION/HOLIDAY Wellness Vacation/Holiday is Wellness Travel powered by a wellness-focused intention. They are typically self-directed with the traveler setting his or her own timetable and schedule, but they may also include a Wellness Retreat.

WELLNESS RETREAT A guided, intention-driven, multi-day program with a set or semi-set schedule, and hosted by one or more facilitators. The program may include learning and lifestyle workshops such as meditation and healthy eating, as well as fitness activities such as yoga, nature walks and hiking.

WELLNESS RESORT (also referred to as a Wellness Sanctuary or Wellness Clinic) Any facility with accommodations and a range of hospitality services where the

primary purpose is to provide programs and experiences for the wellness traveler. The Wellness Resort is comprised of four primary elements: accommodations, a variety of wellness activities, healthy dining options and wellness-related facilities.

WELLNESS DESTINATION A geographical area that fosters and promotes wellness as an integral part of life within the community and economics of the region.

When it comes to most popular wellness destinations, South East Asia is up there offering more spas and retreats than any other part of the globe. Australia may not be the first country that comes to mind when hearing the word ‘wellness’, but it’s slowly emerging as a wellness destination in the non-traditional sense.

“The appeal or drawcard of Australia for international visitors has always been our amazing natural experiences and wildlife connections,” Droga explains.

“The call to adventure and to experience something truly transformative from your holiday is totally possible in Australia as it’s perfectly situated to seize more of the wellness market. We have some truly iconic world class wellness retreats in this country, like Gwinganna and Gaia to name just a few. It’s just that, as a country, we are not promoted internationally as a wellness destination (yet!).”

As the wellness tourism industry grows, so does the risk for an unregulated market and potential frauds or services that don’t live up to their promises. This is where the newly founded Wellness Tourism Association comes in. President of the WTA, Anne Dimon, explains its purpose.

“The term ‘wellness’ is liberally and randomly being used to position and sell a wide range of products, programs and experiences.

The tourism industry is just one of the many wellness sectors that falls under the very broad term that needs some parameters, definitions and standards - not only for the sustainability of the industry but for consumers who want to spend their time and money with companies, brands and individuals who have met some sort of standard.”

“The WTA is not looking to ‘regulate’ the wellness tourism industry but to formulate those basic standards and definitions that will help consumers navigate and find the best fit to suit their objective, plus help the industry itself to move forward with credibility.”

“Definitions [of terms such as ‘wellness travel’ and ‘wellness resort’] and standards have just been created by the members of the WTA, which will help to shape the industry and maintain credibility within it,” Gibson adds.

It’s safe to say the future of wellness tourism is looking bright, which is great news for our overall health and wellbeing, and gives new meaning to the term ‘all-inclusive holiday’ – instead of unlimited food and drinks, wellness tourists enjoy unlimited healing both mentally and physically. spaandclinic.com.au | 13

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What Went Down At

Beauty Expo Melbourne Beauty Expo Melbourne closed off an inspiring weekend in March with thousands of visitors welcomed through the doors. SPA+CLINIC walked the halls to bring you the latest in the professional spa and beauty industry.

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wo days, over 100 exhibitors, and 4,274 visitors (a 15% increase on the previous year) from all over Australia made up this year’s Beauty Expo Melbourne. The Exhibition Centre served as the central beauty hub for industry professionals wanting to learn about the latest products, services, and trends, and also making use of the many expo discount deals for visitors.

Many visitors could be seen carrying several huge bags with products around the hall, with long lines building up around stands selling everything from makeup brushes to hair styling tools and lashes thanks to special trade prices and expo deals too good to resist.

But the main purpose of any beauty expo is of course to educate and facilitate a medium for professionals to mingle, get to know each other, and spread the love and enthusiasm for the industry. The exhibitor list showed a wide range of brands including well-known, established ones, such as Payot and Dermalogica, but also new ones hoping to build awareness and brand recognition, such as Sela Minerals or Royal Fern.

Technology On the device front, it was obvious that Microneedling, LED, and body sculpting are the non-surgical forces to be reckoned with, with several suppliers from Australia and Asia presenting their machines. Teeth whitening and hair removal were also prevalent, offering both in-salon and at-home solutions.

France Medical launched their latest spa treatment machine, the Vital Dome, an encapsulated infrared bed distributing even heat through the body without heating up the air around it. The dome only covers the body from the shoulders down and can be opened anytime, making it suitable even for claustrophobic patients.

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Skincare The majority of exhibitors were skincare brands; all equipped with beautifully smelling testers and samples, and enthusiastic staff happy to explain ingredients, effects, and points of difference. Two new initiatives by Beauty Expo Melbourne highlighted brands and products on the show floor that were Proudly Australian and Proudly Natural, spurred by a growing consumer trend toward purchasing products that contain natural ingredients, as well as a desire to support local brands with Australian-made products.

One of them is Rohr Remedy, an Australian made, natural skincare line made from ‘Australian bush medicines’ including ingredients such as Kakadu Plum, Boab Plant, and Gumbi Gumbi. The ‘skin superfoods’ range includes eight essentials that are high in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, and consists of facial products, as well as a natural deodorant, lip balm and body wash.

Another certified organic and nasties-free Aussie brand impressed visitors with their so-good-you-want-to-eat-it smelling tanning and body scrub products.

Ecococo offers coconut oil based exfoliating scrubs, body butters, tanning oils, and haircare, and with ingredients such as vanilla, guava, and lime, the sweet fragrance alone made visitors stop and try.

Post-treatment makeup In the field of cosmeceuticals, we were happy to see an increasing number of products that are safe to use post-treatment, with some specifically made to accompany aesthetic procedures. Swiss injectable and skincare brand Teoxane presented their range of premium skincare made with the same cross-linked hyaluronic acid as used in their dermal fillers. Their skincare range is safe to apply after cosmetic treatments such as lasers or Microneedling, and they also offer a liquid foundation with medium to full coverage that stays ultralight.

Dermaviduals is taking post-treatment makeup to the next level by offering custom-made foundation. Salons are given a white foundation base that can be mixed with drops of light or dark shade foundations to create the perfect skin tone match for each client. Not only is this a great selling point, but it also “makes you feel like a chemist when mixing each personalised foundation,” says Dermaviduals ambassador and skin therapist Robyn McAlpine.

As the number of male clients is growing, products specifically made for men are on the rise, too. But what used to be overly masculine black packaging and an overload of menthol as an ingredient, has transformed into a much more sophisticated offering. Case in point, Austrian brand Sa.Al&Co., whose range of men’s skincare packaged in stunning silver and black tubes is sure to attract the modern man who isn’t afraid to spend more than two minutes in the bathroom.

Stockists also get a personalisation pen which can be used to write the client’s name on the products to make them feel extra special.

Education A stellar line-up of experts presented educational sessions on the latest beauty trends for professionals with topics like RF microneedling, treating common skin conditions, men’s brows and microblading all available for visitors to take advantage of. Business sessions were also available, with pertinent topics like Instagram for businesses, solo salon business tips for success, and work/life balance for small business owners covered over the course of the weekend.

“What a fabulous weekend we’ve had at Beauty Expo Melbourne! I’m thrilled with the experience that’s been delivered to our guests and our exhibitors.

There’s nothing like the buzz of a live event to make people feel motivated and excited about their profession, and all the possibilities for what they can achieve in the year ahead. And most of all we love being able to connect them with the amazing brands at our show that have so much to share with the industry”, said Cory Watson, Event Director for Beauty Expo Melbourne.

One down, two to go. Hair Expo will take place in Melbourne on June 9 to 11, with the biggest of them all, Beauty Expo Sydney following on September 8 and 9. spaandclinic.com.au | 15

Business

The Heart Of Your Business Your treatment beds can make or break your clients’ experience. Here’s what to look for in what should be a key investment for your spa or clinic.

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ou’ve put your heart and soul into your business, carefully selecting every detail to bring together a certain vision to create your dream environment, from the décor to the signage, the soft furnishings to the point of sale. But how much thought have you put into your treatment beds? Were your purchase decisions based on tried and tested comfort and features, word of mouth or user reviews? Or was it purely a choice based on price?

Your beds are at the very core of your business. Not only are they where your treatments are carried out, but often placed in the very centre of the room, making them the first thing clients encounter upon entering. They play an enormous role in both how your business operates internally, and how it is perceived by clients, so why not give them the star recognition that they deserve?

Wellmassage4D creates a completely new experience of wellness massage.

With eight specially pre-programmed positions and the specially developed “Signature Treatment”, this new method breathes fresh air into the wellness industry. Developed by the team of GHARIENI GROUP and Jean-Guy de Gabriac (Managing Director – TIP TOUCH), Wellmassage4D is a wholebody treatment that uses the full range of the Gharieni treatment table “MLX”.

An experience that your clients will never forget.

So what are the key factors to keep in mind when selecting your treatment beds? We asked Neil Owen, Director of Spa Vision, for his expert tips.

Cheap vs Pricey Quality equipment is an investment and buying cheap, less comfortable treatment tables is a false economy - long term you are far more likely to be replacing cheaper, poorly made alternatives which will eventually cost you more both in sales, reputation and headaches.

Main differences to note: • High end tables use the finest components (which you often don’t see) as well as the finest finishes (that you do see) to maximise both performance and design.

• B usinesses have possibly 60 minutes to deliver an excellent treatment. If your table isn’t as comfortable or its creaking during movement, you are doing yourself and your business a dis-service.

• Having equipment that is fully electric and manoeuvres with ease puts less strain on a therapist’s body, helping prevent work related injuries and therefore benefiting the business.

Make A Statement The brand new Masters Collection by Oakworks is all about choice, allowing you to select the design, functionality and finishes online in a few easy steps. As a result you get exactly what you want, exactly how you want it!

The industry is moving on from ugly metal legs that are designed to be hidden under sheets and moving to more aesthetically pleasing products.

Treatment tables are no longer designed to be covered; and are designed as pieces of furniture that should be part of the room’s overall look and feel.

Enhance The Client Experience

LEC already has an abundance of curb appeal and now add curve appeal to their impressive collection of spa tables with the new Infinity GT. LEC have been pushing the boundaries of spa design for a while and this is one of many products they have recently released to market.

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Several of our treatment tables come with the option of a heated top.

This is a luxurious addition for the client even if you just have it on for the first five minutes of the treatment to maximise client comfort.

Built in hot towel cabinets also enhance facial treatments, allowing the therapist to maintain client-guest contact at all times. Infra-red hand and foot controls are also available to eliminate the need for cable attachment.

All of the features treatment tables and lots more are now available in Australia and New Zealand through Spa Vision. Visit spavision.com to find out more.

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Around The Globe With the spa and wellness industry growing rapidly, each continent and culture experiences different challenges. Michelle Reeve uncovered the latest trends and directions spa wellness is heading in at this year’s Cosmoprof Bologna.

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osmoprof Bologna confirmed its place this March as the flagship cosmetics event in a global network showcasing 2,922 companies from 70 countries attracting over 250,000 professional visitors. This growing event highlighted the preliminary data from 2017 that cosmetics now has a global annual turnover of eleven billion euros (sixteen billion AUD); a 4.3% increase on the previous year.

The five days of Cosmoprof Bologna were punctuated with professional development seminars delivering in-depth analyses and education. Included was the 2018 International Spa Symposium, a gathering of industry leaders and visionaries positively shaping the future of spas globally. The symposium considered how shifting demographics and lifestyle demands are impacting the changes in spas worldwide.

There was universal recognition that while each region faces diverse challenges we are witnessing the global evolution of an educated consumer demanding an authentic approach to health and wellbeing.

The Art of Living Well in Europe “Ostentatious luxury takes the back seat as health becomes the new wealth.” Publisher and founding editor of European Spa Magazine, Sarah Camilleri shows how the art of living well is driving the spa industry in Europe. “There is a desire for wellbeing on a real level.”

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programs and expert led packages creating new interests and connections with the spa guest. There is a shift in language where the focus is on meaningful treatments versus lofty pampering; movement supersedes fitness, pro-ageing surpasses anti-ageing while connection and mindfulness techniques are transforming massage and facial treatments.

We are also seeing an upsurge of the conscious consumer demanding purity, efficacy and transparency. Luxury is becoming more understated as consumers are mindful of packaging excess and returning to a more human experience around communication.

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customs of the indigenous local culture The rise of millennials juxtaposed against with design. Pre and post treatment an increase in baby boomers is leading to enhancements embrace local offerings specialisation in generational campaigns to include scented flower water baths, where marketing and imagery reflect immersing in locally fermented wines and more individual identities including those organic silk exfoliation treatments. communication channels before, during and One of the strengths of Asian culture is after the spa experience. the use of local ingredients, which not only There is growing awareness around adds integrity and credibility to the treatment putting the wellbeing of the team first. Ms experience but is used for medicinal and Camilleri reminds us that “your wellbeing therapeutic benefits. This cultural exchange story incudes your brand and team.” becomes part of the spa brand and showcases Therapists are our first line example of opportunities around the story of ancestral ‘living well’ to our guests. Often burnt out legacy while delivering sensory elements. and overworked therapists turn to poor Nonetheless the East faces many of lifestyle choices to survive the demands of the same challenges as the West. Rapid the industry. It’s not just about putting the industry growth means that another 450,000 team first to exemplify wellbeing; we are an therapists are needed globally. The demand industry with not enough therapists coming in Jefree Star at Cosmoprof Bologna on our current work force is leading to to meet global demand. How do we compete therapists burning out mentally and physically. In Asia there is a trend with other industries where millennials will not stay if rewards and a evolving the relationship between therapist and business to that of an healthy lifestyle do not exist? extended family. This enables a nurtured long term career path similar to training bonds. Meticulous training escalates the employee from African Wellness Communities spa attendant through each modality to senior therapist. The result is While the western world is witnessing a growing divide between higher team retention, lower turnover, and highly specialised delivery high and low income demographics, Africa is on the precipice of a in local therapies. burgeoning middle class. With increasing disposable income African communities are becoming more dynamic. Mr Simone Lipari, manager of Tilla Health Spa in Ethiopia, discusses how Africa as one of the The US Digital Dilemma fastest growing economies is cultivating the advent of the spa industry. Stress is not only responsible for 75% of all doctors’ visits but is at the Fifty years ago Africa consisted mainly of small villages. These core of the six leading causes of deaths within the United States. With are now transforming into larger cities of more than one million stress as the primary barrier to wellness, the rise and application of people. 60% of the population is under the age of 28. Although technology within the spa environment is becoming increasingly polarised. larger, these communities still relate as tribes and spas are taking The research shows that 90% of marketers believe that the place of central meeting places or wellness destinations for the personalisation is the future, meaning guests spend an additional 48% emerging middle class, and a new sector within the developing African more when the experience is tailored specifically for them. And while economies. According to the Global Wellness Summit report Africa tech has the ability to enable guest retention through a continuum saw a 33% increase in the number of spas opening between 2013-15 of care and connection the question is how much digital technology making them global leaders in growth. A tribal culture which relies on do we bring into the spa? New tech diseases are emerging and word of mouth is the key to brand sustainability and client retention. increasingly millennials want to disconnect and see the spa as the last Low operational costs, indigenous offerings, a rapidly flourishing frontier to digitally detox. market and a fast return on investment means that while ensuring The opportunity for spas is to use technology to create a bespoke consistency and sustainability the market is able to deliver premium approach to marketing. This includes the in-spa treatment along with products and services at non premium prices. A shift in lifestyle, the pre and post experiences as we move to a cashless system. One revenue sources and a growth in identity and pride ensure Africa of the key disruptors influencing the industry is geo targeting and profiles the region for wellness tourism. Another rising trend within geo fencing. This type of near field communication allows data to be the African wellness spas is the concept of ‘Outdoor Wellness’, i.e. both gathered and fed back to consumers by way of alerts and offers the real feel of Africa versus the static indoor urban environment via mobile devices. The challenge is to keep technology in check, taking advantage of mindfulness through reconnecting with nature and to continually understand the customer and use digital advances to embracing natural treatments and products sourced from locals. market one on one.

The growing gap in demographics, stress and lifestyle disease combined with the desire for authenticity is driving opportunity for The Rise of Spa Wellness in Asia spa and wellness globally. Creating a story and personal connection The Asian culture is renowned for combining health and hospitality around heritage and authenticity will be key to the wellness journey. The with an emphasis on traditional therapies. The challenge remains in challenge will be cultivating a workforce to handle the increased demand. how to incorporate the heritage of indigenous practices into local The 2019 Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna will be held on the 14 – treatments to hold value while competing with low cost competitors.

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"Work out what your ideal client ultimately wants to feel and work on creating content that inspires this feeling..."

10 Mistakes

You’re Making On Social Media With 15 years’ experience in running her own salon business mixed with her social media know-how, Salon Social Media founder Natalie Roberts understands the challenges that every salon owner faces. Here, she explains what you’re potentially doing wrong on your social media.

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our social media is the perfect opportunity to showcase your salon’s expertise and authenticity, to connect to your target audience and engage them 24/7, even while you sleep! Good social media for your salon business is an investment now and for the future.

You can have the beautifully fitted out store, the high end equipment, your products and services, the website with your colours and logos yet you fail to continue this through consistently on your social media.

So here are ten things you’re doing wrong on your business’ social media accounts:

1. Your Social Media does not make people feel good

Great content starts with a feeling. We choose to follow accounts because we like what we see in the images, and they say something that we can connect with in the captions.

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Consider the feeling you are giving people with your content.

Work out what your ideal client ultimately wants to feel and work on creating content that inspires this feeling. This will get them interested and keep them coming back for more.

2. You’re not consistent

Inconsistent messaging confuses your ideal audience and stops you from building a strong recognisable presence on social media.

On the other hand, a consistent first impression builds trust, trust builds relationships, and relationships lead to sales.

Make sure that all online platforms are up-to-date – think website, Google, Facebook, Instagram and any others you are on. They don’t have to all be overdone, just make sure the logos, profile images, headers, photos and brand message and colours are all consistent.

3. Your content is bad and you aren’t telling a story

Take a good look at what you have been posting and ask yourself if your content really suits your salon brand. The best way to get clear on relevant content is to first get clear on your brand and your brand elements.

You have to know your brand style and your writing voice.

Once you have understood this, you can start to build your brand’s aesthetic through the visuals you choose. Always keep your ideal client in mind when creating content. Your ideal client wants to know that you get them and that you can relate to them.

4. You are not showing people the end result

Connect people to the end result of what your products and treatments offer through the content you share. Give people a vision of their future ideal self through the stories and images you share. Consider what they really want to experience as a result of using your products and services and post content to show them you understand this.

Share testimonials, real life stories and before and after images of your clients’ results.

5. You only post promotional and sales posts

Your social media needs to have a focus from the start. You need to think beyond your latest offer and what you want people to buy.

People are interested in being inspired, entertained and educated before they decide to give you the sale. Plan out your salon marketing, entertain and inspire and then you can add in the well-thought out promotional post. Show them how it will transform them, rather than going on about how the product or service works – then lead them to your offering.

6. You aren’t posting any real life content

People want to know who you are (the face), what you do and what they can expect if they choose to come and see you.

Share your salon culture, post a fun photo, even a behind the scenes snap, to give people an insight into the personality of your business.

Share pics of your salon’s reception area, inside the treatment rooms, images and videos of the machines and products you hold.

7. You haven’t really introduced yourself

Some people will come to your social page and have no idea who you really are. You need to reintroduce yourself from time to time.

Here are some post ideas to introduce yourself: • Tell a story about what your business offers.

• Share the story of why you started your business.

• Share your business philosophy.

• Share some images of the reception area and what goes on in the business during the day.

• Share some insights into your career path and how you have got to where you are.

• Share with your clients why you do what you do, and the impact you love to make.

8. You don’t get how hashtags work and you aren’t using them properly

You need to be making the most of hashtags in your posts to help people find you. People search for hashtags exactly the same way they search in Google.

When choosing the right hashtags for your business you need to consider this; If you were looking for your product or service on Instagram what hashtags would you search? How specific would you be to find something relevant in your local area? Would you search #skinspecialist or #skinspecialistsydney?

Don’t use generic tags like #skin #skincare these hashtags are too generic and not relevant to your business. You will get likes, but you will not get relevant engagement that can lead to sales.

You get 30 tags on every post, so use them all to gain maximum exposure on every post

9. You aren’t offering value

The key to social media success is in the relationships. When you provide ongoing valued information, you become the person or business that people look to for information. You become the trusted expert. When people know, like and trust you, they are much more likely to buy from you and refer you to friends and family so what kind of value are you offering on your social media?

Before you post anything, ask yourself if the content does these three things for your ideal audience: • Does it save them time?

• Does it save them money?

• Does it make them happy?

10. You don’t have a clear brand message

Branding your social media is not just about using your logo or business name on your social media posts. It is about the overall look, feel and voice that you are communicating with your customer.

Consider what your ideal client is like. What do they wear?

What do they do? What do they really want? These are just a few questions to get you started in getting clearer on your salon’s unique brand.

Creating a unique social media voice for your brand will help your (potential) customers identify with you, as well as help you attract your ideal client.

For more information, visit salonsocialmedia.com.au.

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Why You Need A

PR Agency Every beauty brand from spas, clinics, freelance operators to beauty products, all have their own story. The problem is, not everyone can tell their brand’s story in an engaging and effective way. Nor do they have the relationships with the right influencers to get to their target audience and get them to buy their product or service. PR Queen and founder of 360PR, Lisa Solomons, explains.

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f you have a great brand, a solid client database and positive feedback but aren’t getting your story heard, or it’s being told by others using the wrong messages, then that’s the point when you need a PR agency.

As people say, you can’t be good at everything! PR agencies specialise in building relationships and communicating with influencers in the way they want to be communicated with. Keep in mind these days that influencers no longer only encompass traditional media but now digital media; you need to build your network of social influencers and brand fans that drive word of mouth and awareness for your clinic. It’s the way of the world!

So, what exactly can (or should) a PR agency deliver?

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• Create or refine your story – Sometimes

there are just a few tweaks to be made and other times it’s a rewrite. The more information and background you can provide about your brand the better. What makes your spa, clinic or beauty brand different to your competition?

• Identify the news hooks of your story –

Once the story has been created, PR agencies should define the different newsworthy angles and hotspots that will trigger interest from influencers and your target market.

• Leverage their relationships – The story and news hooks are then strategically seeded to the right people at the right time in order to generate coverage and social buzz. Whether it be introducing key people to your salon to owners or senior

therapists, taking them for a tour. Basically, getting their connections through your doors with open arms.

• Build awareness about your brand story and offerings – PR is a great way to drive

awareness via placement in the media or within the feeds of social media influencers and digital platforms.

• Increase trust in the brand – By using third party experts, providing research and studies that support the need for your existence, helps to build trust for the products and services you offer.

• Get people talking about you – Creating shareable and informative content is a great way to drive word of mouth.

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PR agencies specialise in building relationships and communicating with influencers in the way they want to be communicated with. recommendation from a friend, family or colleague to try this or try that, especially if you’ve seen the brand featured elsewhere before.

Now that we have that covered, it’s time to find the right agency for you. Every brand is different as is every PR agency, finding the right fit is key to a successful partnership and what we all want – real results delivered in the quickest and most efficient way!

Finding a PR agency to entrust your brand and business communications to can be a daunting task and something that generally gets put in the too hard basket when push comes to shove.

Over my past 16 years in the industry I have seen clients come and go and presented a countless number of pitches. The biggest lesson for me and the best partnerships we have developed all started with our six tips for hiring a PR agency.

By identifying the key objectives, attributes and concerns of each and every client prior to going through the pitch process, you can save yourself and the agency a lot of time. It’s almost like doing a pre-interview over the phone with a potential employee.

Our six tips for hiring a PR agency include:

Tip 1: Have clear and measurable objectives

You’ve probably heard this a million times before but it is really important to have SMART objectives in place prior to even looking for an agency to represent your brand. Ensure these objectives are clearly communicated from the outset and work with the agency to determine how each objective will be measured and within what timeframe.

Tip 2: Determine your budget

Too often we find that brands say they don’t have a set budget and instead, they ask us to recommend what they should be spending and how it will be allocated. The problem with this is, how long is a piece of string?

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line with what you can realistically afford if you provide even a rough estimate.

Tip 3: Size doesn’t matter

Large or small agency – how to decide? Some say smaller brands get lost in bigger agencies and that the boutique options are the better way to go if you want more focus on your brand. Truth is, if you work with a reputable agency that has a strong team across the board, all brands should feel like they are getting the service they are paying for and deserve.

Tip 4: Chemistry is key

Most of us spend more time with our colleagues and clients than we do with our families and friends, so consider your agency your extended family. If you have a gut feel that it’s not going to be a fun and successful partnership – walk away. While PR is an essential cog in a communications strategy, we’re not performing brain surgery so remember you can enjoy what you do and the people you choose to do it with.

Tip 5: Get your brief ready

Having a PR brief ready to submit to a number of agencies will not only speed up the process of appointing an agency and working towards kicking your goals, but you’ll also have a great base to get moving. If all the agencies receive the same information at the same time to pitch, it’s easier for you to compare and make a decision. The process can also help you to firm up your objectives internally and learn some truths about your business or brand.

Tip 6: Make sure you know what and who you are getting

In many cases it will be the big guns who come in to do the pitch and blow you away, get signed on the dotted line only for you to be then palmed off to the juniors. Don’t be afraid to ask who will be assigned to your account and what role the founder or director will be playing in working with the team to achieve your objectives. As your agency is an extension of your team, it’s important to meet them and make sure it’s right!

Over the past decade the industry has

significantly changed and the services that PR agencies offer now go well beyond the traditional press release send out. So now it’s time to get you up to speed! Some of the services you can expect from a PR agency in 2018 include: •T raditional Public Relations: Encompassing an always on press office, editorial calendar creation, creative media kits, sampling and trial opportunities, media and influencer events, profile building and strategy sessions.

• Social Media: Initial strategy sessions to define clear objectives, followed by monthly content calendar creation including all copy, imagery and videos required through to posting, creation of targeted ad campaigns and complete account management.

• Digital Marketing: Build your awareness in the online world through digital marketing, with services including content creation, website copy, blog posts, contributor articles, eNewsletters to name a few.

• Influencer Relations: Putting your product in the hands of the right influencers, or offering first-hand experience of your service can be an invaluable way to get exposure for your brand or clinic.

• Events: Full-service event management for all types of events. Your agency should be able to create memorable experiences and unique events, whether it be a product launch, media event, press conference, influencer and blogger events or milestone celebrations.

• Media Training: To ensure you or your spokesperson is on message at all times, some agencies can now provide media training for individuals or organisations.

Workshops and master classes are tailored specifically to your needs and desires.

Lisa Solomons is the Founder and Director of 360 PR. With over 16 years’ experience in the industry working on global brands, Lisa is able to bring big brand thinking to smaller brands. Her invaluable experience across such a wide variety of categories over the years has also ensured a wide network of media relationships, especially within the broadcast and beauty media circles. Lisa prides herself on the relationships she has built with key journalists and her commitment to delivering newsworthy content in the right format at the right time. 360pr.com.au

Flexibility Is Key

Workplace flexibility enables human potential. Productivity and profitability may follow. Michelle Blewett explains.

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orkplace flexibility is an increasingly popular practice in 21st century business, with potential benefits flowing to both employers and employees. Most businesses value a ‘flexible’ employee, and may indeed state this in their job advertisement. From the employer's perspective, a flexible employee will not shy away from a task that is above their pay grade, or beyond their position description, and will not mind completing extra hours or working at different locations to accommodate business needs.

From the employee’s perspective, workplace flexibility is sought after as a benefit that enables their freedom and autonomy – to pursue more meaningful work, to reduce commuting time, and to balance work and family and/or lifestyle related responsibilities and desires.

A valuable leadership principle is to maximise the human potential of your employees. Workplace laws and policies that encourage flexibility for both employers and employees provide the foundation for the realisation of this potential, as they can promote innovation, concentration, increased productivity, and the autonomy to balance work and personal life.

In the Australian industrial relations landscape, there are a number of workplace laws and practices that deal with workplace flexibility: • Award flexibility - Time off in lieu of overtime: Employees covered

by Modern Awards containing such a term may request that they take time off at a later time, instead of receiving payment at overtime rates for additional hours worked.

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into such agreements can be essential for the operational viability of some businesses).

• Requests for flexible working arrangements under the National Employment Standards (NES): This right is available to certain

classes of employees, namely parents and carers, those with a disability, those who are aged 55 or older, and those who are experiencing domestic violence from a member of their family or those providing care or support to a member of their immediate family or household, who require care or support because they are experiencing violence from their family. Requests must be made in writing and set out the details of the change sought and the reasons for the change. Employers must give employees a written response to the request within 21 days, stating whether they grant or refuse the request. Requests can be refused on ‘reasonable business grounds’.

• The Fair Work Commission’s “Family Friendly Working Arrangements” decision, handed down on 26 March 2018. As

part of the 4 yearly review of Modern Awards, the Fair Work Commission has developed a provisional model term that would supplement the rights to request flexibility under the NES (outlined above). The model term: - E xpand the group of employees eligible to request a change in working arrangements relating to parental or caring responsibility to include ongoing and casual employees with at least six months’ service (but less than 12 months’ service) - B efore refusing an employee’s request, the employer will be required to seek to confer with the employee and genuinely try to reach agreement on a change in working arrangements that will reasonable accommodate the employee’s circumstances.

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- If the employer refuses the request, the employer’s written response to the request will be required to include a more comprehensive explanation of the reasons for the refusal.

-A lternatively, if the employer and employee agree to make changes to the terms of employment to accommodate flexibility, the details of the changes should be confirmed in the written response.

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• Workplace policies and individually negotiated agreements: Employers may

develop their own workplace policies, or negotiate agreements with individual employees that enable flexibility.

Employers can make their expectations for flexibility from the employee clear by way of an employment contract or workplace policy, which, for example, requires that the employee be ready, willing and able to travel to distant locations. On the side of employee benefits, designed to reward and recognise talent, and boost engagement and thus profits, policies and agreements for where work is conducted (e.g. telecommuting), when it is conducted (e.g. flexi-time) and for how long (e.g. reduced hours or part-time). Employers may also have policies regarding the use of leave entitlements for the purposes of enabling flexibility.

In my experience from talking to thousands of business owners and HR professionals, more and more are catching on to the benefits of workplace flexibility for both their business and their family and personal lives, but few have the knowledge of the formal legal requirements for ensuring their flexible workplace practices are compliant.

They may also lack documented polices and contracts that formalise negotiated agreements. Moreover, many employers are unaware of their rights when it comes to refusing requests for flexibility, and the criteria for legal eligibility for requesting flexible work arrangements. Flexible working arrangements must also be managed and implemented well, for them to be effective. This is where professional advice can come in really handy, so please do not hesitate to get in touch for assistance.

Michelle Blewett is a Senior HR Advisor and Employment Lawyer. workforceguardian.com.au

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MILLION DOLLARS The rise in Botox treatments inspired artist Linton Meagher to create stunning portraits out of the empty vials.

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hen hearing the term ‘Botox art’, you may think of a beautiful face achieved through the skillful placement of muscle-relaxing injections by a doctor – and while this is a valid definition, there’s a much more literal one thanks to artist Linton Meagher who has created artworks using Perspex, resin, paint, and a whole lot of empty Botox vials.

Titled ‘You’re looking a million dollars’, the art series includes portraits of two Hollywood Icons, Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe. Despite the fact the two women would never have had injectable treatments to smoothe wrinkles (Botox was first discovered to reduce wrinkles in the early 1990s), or any invasive cosmetic treatments for that matter,

of previous themes in my art practice,” the artist says.

For months, he collected empty Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin vials from clinics in Sydney and Perth.

“Clinicians have been very supportive of this creative project and I am extremely grateful for their help. The vials are empty and are irreversibly locked in resin

These Botox works echo Andy Warhol’s series exploring iconic figures.

Hepburn and Monroe are still considered to be epitomes of classic beauty.

“Many people would consider them to be examples of the ideals of beauty, and some may wish to pursue cosmetic techniques to achieve such ideals,” Meagher explains.

“These Botox works echo Andy Warhol’s series exploring iconic figures. Hence, I wanted to select people who are famous beauties that are instantly recognisable.”

The increasing popularity of injectable treatments inspired Meagher’s art.

“In previous exhibitions, I have cast various massproduced objects, such as surgical scalpels, bullets and lipstick. I like the way that these objects can be taken out of their usual context and presented in a way that challenges the viewer to question their wider meaning in society. This Botox series is therefore an extension 30 | SPA+CLINIC

in the final artworks. If they were full, I would have the equivalent of 1.4 million dollars’ worth of Botox vials,” he says, hence giving his art the name ‘You’re looking a million dollars’.

The Botox art will be displayed in an exhibition from 1st June to 15th June, 2018 at the Maunsell Wickes Gallery in Paddington, Sydney.

It’s not surprising Meagher has already received some expressions of interest in the artworks from clinicians who work with Botox, but he says they would look great anywhere.

“The vials cast a really interesting shadow on the wall when they are displayed en masse. These Botox artworks are not intended to be just for people working in the health and beauty industry.”

Meagher also takes on commissions, and is happy to create bespoke portraits using everyday objects.

Commissions for people living in Sydney need to be organised directly through Meagher’s gallery in Sydney, Maunsell Wickes Gallery. (www.maunsellwickes.com).

People living interstate or overseas can approach him directly via his website. www.lintonmeagher.com

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Australia’s Peninsula Hot Springs is about to become one of the world’s leading wellness destinations. Nadine Dilong explains why the retreat should be on your travel bucket list.

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Bath House hilltop view

e all know that Australia is a stunning country with the most beautiful variety of landscapes, and many natural resources with healing properties, such as our rich clay and many native plants that have proven beneficial for our health and wellbeing. But did you know that Australia is also home to mineralrich, geothermic hot springs?

Usually associated with volcanic activity, Australian hot springs have formed from groundwater seeping through porous bedrock, building large underground reservoirs heated up by the Earth’s molten core. So is the case in Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, and thanks to brothers Charles and Richard Davidson, a spa and wellbeing haven was founded in 1997 and opened in 2005, Peninsula Hot Springs.

After drilling a bore 637 meters deep, the brothers found natural hot mineral waters, 54 degrees warm, and so the foundation of one of the world’s leading hot spring spa retreats was born. Today, Peninsula Hot Springs welcomes over half a million visitors from around the world each year offering dozens of outdoor hot spring pools built into the rugged bushland of Southern Victoria.

Two facilities invite guests to relax and unwind, the Bath House is a social bathing experience perfect for families and friends, and includes cave pools, reflexology walks, and the ‘piece de resistance’, the top hill pool, offering stunning views over the Mornington Peninsula.

And then there’s the Spa Dreaming Centre, the ‘quiet sister’ of the Bath House if you like. Reserved for guests 16 years and over, it offers tranquil spaces, saunas, private baths, and spa treatments including massages, facials, and body wraps using natural, Australian brands.

Pardon the pun, but everything at Peninsula Hot Springs just ‘flows’.

From the wooden décor and hanging tree pods that blend in effortlessly with nature to the rocky paths winding around the pools inviting you to wander, a day at Peninsula Hot Springs is like a detox from reality.

“We want guests to just walk around and explore,” says Duty Manager Nicole Ring, “which is why we don’t hand out maps of the property.”

After she shows me the main pools, that’s exactly what I do for over an hour, it’s that big. Even though there are many guests here today, it doesn’t feel overly crowded thanks to the strategic placing of pools, some hidden behind trees and seeming to cascade down the big hill.

The water temperature ranges from the high 30s to high 40s degrees, and it’s under constant quality control. In fact, I see staff walking around all day testing the water in every pool to make sure guests can enjoy the benefits of the mineral rich water, which includes Boron, Magnesium, and Potassium, all shown to relieve pain and even

Bath House Lakeside Pool

improve mental health thanks to the relaxing effect of mineral bathing.

“Our staff circulate and do water testing every hour to ensure the optimum bathing environment,” explains PHS’s PR and communications specialist Meagan Biacsi.

“Every night our pools are completely drained and cleaned by our Cleaning Team. Then every morning, before guests arrive, our Pool Attendants fill the pools with our natural geothermic waters.

Throughout the day, fresh mineral water flows constantly into the pools to maintain warmth and cleanliness. It is constantly moving and over approximately a three hour period, each pool’s water is completely renewed. We do add a small amount of chlorine as we receive a lot of guests.”

More than just water Peninsula Hot Springs wouldn’t exist without the pools, but the retreat has so much more to offer. One of my favourite parts of my stay was swinging back and forth in one of the hanging tree pods while reading a book and sipping on herbal tea provided by the Spa Dreaming Centre.

Green picnic areas invite guests to enjoy a meal once the bathing has made them hungry, and infrared saunas and Zen Chi machines are there to further improve your relaxation journey. As if this wasn’t impressive enough, a big extension is currently under construction with plans for it to be finished later this year. The new amphitheater area will include seven new geothermic hot springs pools, two cold plunge pools, a fire and ice experience (two saunas to hold 30 people each, an ice cave which will be -20 degrees and a snow room which will be -4 degrees.)

This area will also include a new cafe which will use produce from the retreat’s very own food bowl, a three-acre terraced garden which will be the source of their produce in the cafes onsite. A semiunderground mushroom cave and a vineyard are also currently under construction, taking the retreat one step closer to being completely self-contained and sustainable.

Expecting guests will never want to leave again, 126 accommodation rooms and a Wellness Centre stepping out onto coastal bush land walking tracks, and lakeside and hilltop relaxation spaces are currently being built turning Peninsula Hot Springs from thermal bath to one of the world’s leading spa and wellbeing destinations.

As I watch the sunset over the Mornington Peninsula from the top hill pool under a purple sky, it feels like one of those pinch-me moments you don’t want to end — I guess that’s exactly what Davidson intended.

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From where you'd rather be As Wellness Tourism booms, wellness destinations around the world follow suit offering luxurious resorts with a focus on health and wellbeing. These places take holidaying to the next level…

Grand Resort Bad Ragaz, Switzerland Experience old European charm fit for royalty at the Grand Resort Ragaz, nestled amid the Swiss Alps an hour’s drive from Zurich. The resort dates back to 1242 when a body-temperature thermal source was discovered, and has since developed into Europe’s leading wellbeing and medical health resort welcoming guests looking to unwind, relax, and heal.

The wellbeing and thermal spa offers a variety of saunas, steam baths including a Swarovski crystal herbal steam bath, and an outdoor pool with a stunning mountain backdrop. If you don’t feel like sharing, you can book the 100m2 ‘Private Spa’ including whirlpool baths, hydromassage showers, a sauna with champagne coolers, and a home cinema.

The resort’s registered medical health and therapy center offers holistic health programmes, specialising in weight loss, detox, sleep diagnostics, and general health check-ups. Late last year, the resort opened a new treatment suite targeting people suffering from mental health issues and physical burdens.

The ‘haki – Time out for your head’ ritual combines space, music, sound, colours, fragrances, and the thermal water experience to help guests reclaim their inner peace and rhythm. “Guests who use the room can set aside any pressure that is weighing down on them and place themselves in our capable hands. We therapists help them discover new strength and their body’s natural balance,” comments creator of the method, Harald Kitz.

The resort will undergo a 5-months modernising renovation to re-open for its 150th anniversary in June 2019.

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Four Seasons Los Angeles At Beverly Hills, USA The Four Seasons in L.A. is one of those iconic American old Hollywood Glam hotels thanks to its proximity to Rodeo Drive and views of the Hollywood Hills. Chances are you’ll meet a celebrity at the breakfast buffet or in the outdoor gym, but even if you don’t, there are plenty of reasons to stay here, especially if you’re after a wellness retreat.

In November 2017, the hotel opened five wellness-themed guest rooms and two suites that aim to optimise guests’ physical and emotional wellbeing while travelling.

“Located in the health-conscious mecca of Los Angeles, our guests of Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills place a big priority on wellness to stay fit and healthy while travelling, especially with today’s hectic pace,” says Michael Newcombe, General Manager and Chair of the company’s Global Spa and Wellness Task Force. “We are continually looking to evolve the guest experience to deliver products and experiences that resonate with our guests, and this is the perfect hotel to launch a room product dedicated to supporting a wellnessbased lifestyle while on the road.”

The rooms include exercise equipment, yoga mats, nutritious snacks in the mini-bar, natural toiletry amenities, and meditation videos. Circadian lighting enhances sleep quality and energy levels throughout the day, while an air-purification system reduces allergens, toxins, and microbes.

Guests staying in the wellness rooms also enjoy a healthy in-room dining menu, spa privileges as well as close proximity to the outdoor pool.

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LUX* Grand Gaube, Mauritius This newly opened beach resort presents a whole new world of spa and fitness - think pilates to cardio boot camps, a dedicated wellness concierge and even a certified life coach and hypnotherapist.

All 186 rooms, including 89 suites and villas open to stunning sea views and airy verandas, some with outdoor baths or sundecks edged by the resort’s private cove. Fitted with LUX* Sleeptight mattresses and highest quality refined Egyptian cotton linens, every room has been intended for extreme comfort and the best night’s sleep.

Featuring six restaurants, health-conscious guests need not worry and can stick to healthy eating intentions with ease thanks to an awardwinning team of chefs carefully sourcing the best nourishing ingredients – think salads, just-made sushi, house-made kombucha elixirs, gourmet smoked fish and cured meats.

The icing on the cake is the LUX* Me Spa which has been completely re-imagined with 11 treatments rooms and 3 side-by-side pools that offer cold, ambient and heated bathing experiences. Surrounded by stand-alone treatment huts, and all set in its own private wellness area, LUX* Grand Gaube is setting new benchmarks for wellness in Mauritius - and a must-visit resort for all spa-lovers.

REVIVO, Bali Setting a new standard for wellness retreats in Asia, luxury resort REVĪVŌopened in March this year on three hectares of lush land in Bali. The resort focuses on wellness and healing, and offers bespoke programs based on each individual’s needs, with the goal of achieving holistic ‘healing’ through mind training and self-awareness, as opposed to treating specific illnesses or injuries.

The programs lead by experts in each area range in duration from 3 to 14 days long, and include targets such as emotional wellbeing, sleeping well, destressing, and anti-ageing and longevity.

8,000 square meters of peaceful land towards the rear of the resort are comprised of a yoga barn, a martial arts hall, a reformer Pilates studio, a gym with TRX, boxing and kinesis equipment, a 25-metre-long lap pool for aqua workouts and a 1,500 square meter landscaped park for outdoor exercises.

“We are thrilled to have opened the first resort of REVĪV in Bali, to meet the increasing demand for rejuvenating, mindful travel. We truly believe that the holistic wellness offering, led by a team of experts in their respective fields, will raise the bar for a new level of luxury retreat in Asia,” said Gordon Oldham, Founder of REVĪVŌ.

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Kamalaya, Koh Samui It’s no surprise the Wellness Sanctuary and Holistic Spa, Kamalaya, was announced as the ‘Worldwide Health & Wellness Destination of the Year’ at the 2018 World Spa & Wellness Awards in London in February.

Situated amid a lush, tropical landscape on the southern coast of Koh Samui, Thailand, the resort offers a holistic wellness experience that integrates healing therapies from East and West, a breathtakingly beautiful natural environment, inspired healthy cuisine, holistic fitness practices and customised wellness programs ranging from Detoxification to Stress & Burnout, as well as Healthy Lifestyle, Yoga Synergy and Emotional Balance.

For anyone looking for greater connection and happiness with oneself and others, they can join classes with the resort’s very own Life Enhancement Mentors to explore emotional and mental flexibility.

The luxurious day spa including steam caverns and plunge pools offers holistic body and face treatments using oriental techniques sure to make you leave the ‘real world’ behind for an hour or two.

Six Senses Kaplankaya, Turkey An infinity pool with view of the Aegean Sea, daily fitness classes and wellness talks, a crystal steam room, and of course a traditional Turkish hammam are only a few of the amenities of this stunning Six Senses resort.

Their latest coup and point of difference is the Holistic Anti-Ageing Clinic opening this May, which invites guests to join personalised anti-ageing programs. Starting with a skin analysis, wellness screening, sleep analysis and a consultation to discuss these lifestyle factors, every participant will then incorporate a personalised skin treatment plan using advanced ingredients and equipment, nutrition, supplements, treatments, movement and mindfulness.

An important component that complements the inside-out beauty approach, is the notion of brain beauty. That’s why the Clinic also looks at the brain-skin connection through our perception of beauty, and how we can become more confident in it.

Neuroscientist and mind-body expert, Dr. Claudia Aguirre, has joined the Six Senses Wellness Board to support the launch of the brand’s Holistic Anti-Aging Clinic to help their guests to look and feel younger from the inside out.

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If you’re offering clients bottled or tap water, you may want to rethink your choice of beverage and consider adding some gemstones to your waiting room.

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ater accounts for 50%-80% of our body weight, so it’s no surprise we need to drink large amounts of water to stay healthy. Our bodies use water to cushion and lubricate joints, nourish and protect the brain, keep body temperature normal, and remove waste and toxins through perspiration, bowel movements, and urination. A lack of water can lead to dehydration, which can result in fatigue, headaches, and dry, dull skin just to name a few symptoms.

Since water is so important, of course it’s one of the first things you offer your clients when they walk into your salon or clinic, but have you ever thought about the quality of water you’re offering?

Living in Australia, we’re lucky to have access to safe drinking water almost everywhere we go, and bottled water is sold in most shops, but if you could choose between tap or bottled water and natural spring water, you should select the latter. Natural spring water contains health-restoring minerals like lithium, calcium and magnesium.

It also has a neutral or slightly alkaline ph-level, and is free of most contaminants found in tap and bottled water. Of course, getting your hands on pure spring water is pretty much impossible, but there is a way to purify tap water, and it’s easier than you might think.

Ten years ago, Ewald Eisen founded VitaJuwel, a collection of glass bottles, decanters, and vials containing gemstones, whose energy manipulates the crystal structure of water and purifies it.

What sounds like magic, has been proven scientifically in studies

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with VitaJuwel. The microscopic captions of the treated water show a crystalline structure comparable to that of natural spring water.

The proven benefits of VitaJuwel water include a neutralisation of harmful substances, an improvement of the ph-value and oxygen levels, an increase of bioavailability of minerals, and a raise of energy balance.

So how exactly does the purification process work?

Gemstones have the unique ability to store energy. It’s a property that makes quartz watches work, for example. Each type of gem, by nature, has a unique energetic charge. The semi-precious gemstones inside VitaJuwel vials transfer their energy to the water that surrounds the vial improving the water’s vitalisation level that is comparable to pure spring water.

“Scientifically, crystals are the most orderly structure that exists in nature, meaning they have the lowest amount of entropy (a measurement of disorder). Crystals are structured in such a way that they respond to the inputs of all different energies around them, so they oscillate, emitting specific vibratory frequencies. The way they are balanced, the frequencies they emit, and their ability to store a tremendous amount of information makes crystals essential to modern technologies. This is why there are crystals in computers, TVs, cell phones, satellites, and so on,” explains shamanic energy medicine practitioner Colleen McCann.

Where science and mysticism intersect, is the gemstones' individual type of healing power. Rose quartz is believed to aid with love matters, Emerald promises vitality, and Amethyst assists to lower blood pressure. VitaJuwel offer dozens of different crystal combinations.

The gems are safe inside a lead-free glass vessel while preserving their unique effect on the water and protecting from possible contaminants in the gems. The Stainless Steel Caps feature BPA-free plastic lining and a silicon seal.

Another major drawcard for the VitaJuwel products? Their beautiful aesthetics. The gorgeous gems sparkle inside the sleek glass bottles making it impossible not to take a closer look. It’s this classy elegance and of course the health benefits of the water that make VitaJuwel decanters so popular among doctors, spas, and clinics’ waiting rooms.

According to the brand’s spokesperson, Markus Bierlein, the 7-litre decanter Grande is perfect for any waiting room thanks to its large volume capacity, and its easy-to-use design. The decanter can be combined with any of the gemstone vials, which include different gems for different purposes. The ‘Wellness’ one is the brand’s most popular gemstone blend, but ‘Balance’ and ‘Forever Young’ seem just as suitable for beauty related businesses.

Keeping one of the decanters in your waiting room is sure to create not only a point of difference, but also a conversation starter as most clients will probably want to know more about it. To find out more about VitaJuwel or to purchase their products, go to vitajuwel.net.au.

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Orange & Blueberry Watermelon & Mint With a 92% water content, watermelon is incredibly hydrating and refreshing. It also contains the amino acid citrulline, which can help reduce muscle soreness while Vitamin A helps repair skin cells. Mint is a natural stimulant whose smell helps relieve fatigue. It’s also an antiseptic which reduces inflammation.

Oranges are full of goodness including Vitamin C, boosting the immune system, and beta-carotene, a potent antioxidant that helps prevent the formation of free radicals. Blueberries have been shown to have a significant antiinflammatory effect in the body, as well as helping with digestion.

Blood Orange & Rosemary Blood Oranges help reduce the accumulation of cholesterol. They’re also rich in folic acid which can help prevent heart disease. The aroma of rosemary has been linked to reducing stress levels and improving mood, as well as reducing pains experienced as headaches or migraines.

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Looking to take your customer service to the next level?

Get creative with your beverage offerings with these healthy infused water recipes.

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t takes less than a second to make a first impression, so getting your reception area right is key to making your clients feel comfortable.

Cleanliness and modern furnishings are of course important, but the devil is in the detail.

While offering water, tea, and coffee is nice, it won’t set you apart from the salon around the corner. To make a lasting impression, why

not go that extra mile and create an ‘Infused Water Bar’ offering refreshing, healthy concoctions for every taste?

As different herbs and fruits have different effects on the body, you may even want to write up little tags explaining each drink’s ingredients and their benefits. We’ve compiled five easy-to-make infused water recipes sure to make your clients enjoy their waiting time that little bit more.

Chamomile & Strawberry

Lemon & Ginger

Chamomile is soothing and helps relieve an upset stomach, it also aids in lowering blood sugar levels. A single serving of strawberries can cover your daily requirement of Vitamin C; they are also rich in potassium and magnesium.

The ultimate combination for an immune boosting health kick, lemon and ginger are a powerful duo. Ginger instantly reduces nausea, while lemon is extremely high in Vitamin C, which helps recovery from common colds. Lemon also helps maintaining healthy teeth and gums.

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Skin Through The Ages Do you offer age appropriate skin treatments? Three skin experts share their approach to services for every generation.

Dr Eoin McDonnell, Rewind Skin & Laser Centre

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Dr Michael Zacharia, FRACS, MBBS, ACCS, FAAFPS

Dr Stephen Mulholland, MD, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Toronto

hat’s the average age of your clients?

Chances are the answer to that question would have changed quite a bit in recent times. Whereas ten years ago, you may have predominantly welcomed women in their 40s and 50s for rejuvenating skin treatments, your current clientele probably shows a wider spectrum of people, including people as young as in their 20s, and an elderly group of people in their 60s and up – all wanting to look and feel their best.

But there’s a huge difference between a 22-year old’s skin and a 65-year old’s – beyond wrinkles and laxity. As our skin constantly changes, it’s important to identify and address each client’s specific needs taking into consideration the skin’s condition and age.

What works for mature skin can be complete overkill for young skin. We asked three skin experts what to consider for skin through the ages…

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EM: Lip fillers are becoming more popular at a young age and many are starting anti-wrinkle injections early for wrinkle prevention. We also find we are doing mild skin peels, anti-acne treatments and LED therapy. For men in their 20s, the main issue is acne, and skin peels are the mainstay of treatments.

MZ: From the age of 20 our collagen production starts to slow down and by the time we are 40 years old our collagen production is at half its speed. Therefore in our 20s, we tend to do maintenance and prevention skincare treatments, e.g using a good SPF and vitamin C serum with an exfoliating cleanser is often a good starting regime. Young patients that are on certain medications like Accutane need to make sure they don’t do treatments like laser and other light based or peeling treatments.

SM: For younger women it’s how to stay on top of ageing before they get old, so it’s usually going to be preventative treatments. Sun block, sun screens, baby Botox to get the lines and wrinkles never showing up that their mother’s had to treat actively and aggressively, soft tissue fillers to create contours and shapes of lips and cheeks they never had, and then ongoing rejuvenation technology such as Picosure that can keep age at bay.

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EM: Treatments are mostly similar to people in their 30s

with an increase in treatments to deal with hormonal changes. Pigmentation and redness is a more prevalent issue and laser such as Picosure and IPL are fantastic treatment methods with little downtime. Volume loss increases, necessitating the need for volume replacement with either fillers or thread lifting.

MZ: Patient in their 40s need to incorporate stem cell ingredients in their skincare. Work with anti-wrinkle injections to improve movement lines is an option, or we have more natural options available like growth factor treatments which stimulate your skin collagen and improve the quality of the skin. Dermal filler may even be required to volumise some of the areas where fat pads of the face have depleted.

SM: For the Gen Xers and the baby boomers, particularly women, already ageing is a part of their topography, so they’re interested in what treatments they can do non-surgically to look 5-8 years younger but not too done.

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EM: In this age group we perform anti-wrinkle injections and fillers and may introduce skin needling for collagen induction. The hormonal changes associated with pregnancy see an increase again in acne and also pigmentation changes so in this age group light-based devices in the form of IPL and laser start becoming very useful. In men, post-acne scarring (PAS) is one of the main issues and we would use a combination of skin needling and fractional laser once their active acne has settled.

MZ: Our patients in their 30s are often getting married, going through adult acne or starting to worry about lines and wrinkles starting to appear. This is when you introduce a Vitamin A and B serum into your skincare regime. Start doing Icon Max G sessions for little bits of pigmentation that might be making the skin look uneven. For the body, a Sculpsure fat destruction treatment might be suitable to make sure you fit into that wedding gown.

SM:

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A good approach for ageing gracefully is to embrace non-invasive technologies that include sun protection.

At home, I recommend including anti-oxidants and pro collagen stimulants through skincare. Moreover, you can't go wrong embracing energy based treatments in a doctor’s office or medical spa that deploy IPL fractional lasers, tighteners, radiofrequency energy, judicious use of Botox and fillers, and then the odd sutra suspension or minimally invasive technique. You can look 10 years younger forever without needing a scalpel.

EM: In this age group, replacing lost volume and stimulating collagen in a natural way is key through dermal fillers, collagen induction therapy and thread lifting. We are more aggressive with laser and light based therapies for sun damaged skin, which improves fine lines and wrinkles and vascular problems such as rosacea and visible blood vessels, and evens out skin irregularities and pigmentation.

MZ: Patients in their 50s are looking at skincare that will both turn back DNA damage and provide a good hydrating moisturiser. Due to issues like menopause, women may require Max G for redness in the skin or even fixing broken capillaries. Patients’ skin either goes quite thick as they age or the other way, thinner. For thick skins we like to laser or offer chemical peels. Use a good vitamin A, moisturiser and exfoliating cleanser. Whereas thin skin patients need to build their skin quality by using stem cell creams, and have growth factor treatments.

SM: For the older women, the mature generation of the late baby boomer and the parents of baby boomers, it’s surgery of the face – mini face lifts. For men it has always been and continues to be management of the love handle, management of the 50-year old male boobie, bags under the eyes and double chin. It’s to get that match.com profile so you can date someone younger than you, not someone your age. spaandclinic.com.au | 45

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Nourishing

Skin From Within Increasingly more people treat their skin with supplements, hoping that a pill a day will aid in achieving a glowing complexion. But which supplements are right for your patients? Clinical Nutritionist, Warren Maginn, BHSc (Nutr. Med.) GradCert (Hum. Nutr.), explains.

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s practitioners, we know skin is composed of two main layers, the epidermis and the dermis – and while we may be proficient in prescribing a wide range of effective topical treatments to apply to the epidermis, the hard-to-reach dermis is where nourishment from the inside really matters. It’s in the dermis that new cells are constantly produced to replace old cells in the epidermis as they are sloughed off at the surface.

Getting a good night’s sleep, drinking adequate amounts of water and managing stress levels are all important lifestyle habits for taking care of your skin, and your mind and body in general. But there are also specific nutrients known to play a big part in skin health that can effectively target a wide range of skin conditions.

1. Essential Fats EPA and DHA EPA and DHA should be found in all the cell membranes that surround skin cells, where they help ensure important nutrients are carried into our cells, and wastes carried out. These essential fats also help our skin retain its moisture, evenly distribute melanin, which protects against age-related free radical and oxidative damage, and helps calm inflammatory processes.

2. Vitamin A Vitamin A is necessary for assisting healthy skin cell replication and wound healing. Vitamin A can also support a healthy complexion, assist in collagen production, and fight acne.

Beware: some forms of synthetic vitamin A supplements may be toxic at even moderate doses. A natural, fat-soluble form of vitamin A however, found only in specific foods like arctic cod liver oil, may be a better choice for obtaining this powerful nutrient in a much safer and convenient dosing form.

3. Vitamin D Vitamin D is another fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for a wide range of skin functions.

What’s more, most Australians are deficient in this crucial nutrient, despite the ample sunshine outside. Having sufficient levels of vitamin D may help calm acne, enhance complexion, stimulate collagen production, as well as promoting healthy mood and hormones.

My recommendation: A high-quality Cod Liver Oil supplement is a good option for patients suffering from any inflammatory skin ailments such as dry skin, acne, Eczema, and Psoriasis. An authentic cod liver oil product that includes the naturally-occuring form of vitamin A, such as Nordic Naturals Arctic Cod Liver Oil, is my preference since it contains a balanced combination of all the crucial omega 3s: EPA & DHA, combined with the ideal form of vitamin A, and some Vitamin D to complete the trilogy, all in one convenient dosing option that has stood the test of time.

For very oily skin and/or stubborn acne, vitamin B5 supplementation (on-top of a good B-complex supplement) is another excellent addition to any focussed nutritional regime seeking to achieve clinical skin improvements.

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Out Of

Africa

From South African kitchen to Virgin’s exclusive spa brand, Africology has come a long way from its inception 17 years ago.

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fricology’s origin story is a little different to that of other skincare brands. From humble beginnings at the kitchen table of founder Renchia Droganis, Africology has grown to be South Africa’s leading natural and ethical skincare brand, and is on its way to establishing itself as a household name around the globe.

Inspired by the wisdom of traditional healers, vibrant African heritage and indigenous plant life is the foundation of Africology’s unique brand story, with their mission to show the world that Africa has many beauty secrets and stories yet untold.

Conceptualised by Renchia Droganis, the brand was born from her work as a counsellor and therapist. Providing support to underprivileged men and woman, Renchia taught basic reading and writing skills, while also facilitating healing through therapy and aromatherapy. She began to research plant extracts, aromatherapy and formulations so that she could create bespoke skincare products, blending essential oils to treat a variety of physical and emotional needs.

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African Potato to improve her osteoporosis.

Renchia eventually discovered the extent of the plant’s healing benefits, and it would soon become a staple on which many of her Africology formulations were based.

As she became more and more well known for her skills, Renchia was approached by a spa to create a bespoke aromatherapy ritual that incorporated her knowledge of African ingredients and passion for healing.

Her reputation grew, and she continued to deliver unique “African rituals” for spas and health retreats across the country, quickly becoming one of South Africa’s most highly regarded beauty and spa brands.

In 2008, Africology was invited to cater to Sir Richard Branson’s first African property, Ulusaba, providing both professional spa and retail product ranges, plus an in-room amenities range to complement the spa experience, with samples provided at turndown.

Ulusaba is Sir Richard Branson’s Private Safari Game Reserve located in the Sabi Sand Reserve in South Africa, and is known for its safari experience, boasting some of the most experienced Rangers and Trackers the country has to offer. Guests at Ulusaba can expect luxurious accommodation, world class food, game drives twice per day, safari walks, and

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unforgettable views, the moment they step off the plane onto the reserve’s private airstrip.

Sir Richard Branson has since appointed Africology as the Virgin Group’s exclusive spa and bathroom amenity brand for all of its African properties, including the recently acquired property Mont Rochelle in Franschoek.

Helen Cain, Group Spa Manager at Virgin Limited Edition, says of the partnership “We are delighted to have appointed Africology, as we work very closely with them at our other African properties. The fact that their products are 100% natural and they practice fair trade along with always looking for new ways to support their local community is something we’re very proud to be associated with”.

Africology has established a variety of social responsibility programs throughout South Africa in an effort to support underprivileged youth, provide clean water, and encourage higher education. Initiatives include their Skills Transfer project; designed to teach underprivileged men and women Africology therapy and retail protocols, their supply of water tanks and irrigation tools to the Nguvi community in the Limpopo region, and their sponsorship of young people with university degrees, providing youth with the valuable skills to contribute to the economy as well as their community.

In addition to these, a number of treatments at the Mont Rochelle spa have been selected to support the Kusasa Project, in which at least 15% of the treatment price will go to assist their work promoting academic, sporting and life skills for underprivileged children in the Western Cape.

As a philosophy, Africology also prides itself on all products being completely biodegradable, preventing water and soil contamination, and ingredients are harvested

from produce grown on their organic farm, including lavender, roses, and indigenous African ingredients like Aloe Ferox, Marula, Rooibos and African potato. The use of chemical fertilisers and pesticides are avoided – a policy applied for both the family owned farm as well as independent suppliers.

“I wanted to capture the healing essences of Africa,” says Renchia. “It was, and still is, my intention that Africology products should deliver a message of wellbeing - not just on a physical level, but on a spiritual one too.”

Africology’s success has now gone far beyond South Africa’s borders, with the brand now available in Belgium, France, UK, USA, Turkey, Scandinavia, UAE and Australia, to name a few. The brand is now seen in some of the world’s most luxurious lodges, hotels and spas, including The Mount Grace spa, The Gary Player health spa, Elisabeth Brand and Fordoun, also developing an amenity lifestyle range for The Grand Hotel in Plettenberg Bay and a body line for Elliot Ndlovu.

Other international successes for the range include their recent exclusive partnership with Satyagraha House in Johannesburg, where Mohandas Gandhi once resided over 100 years ago, which is now transformed into both museum and guesthouse. There, Africology provides their custom AfriVeda ritual; a tailor-made treatment that brings together Ayurveda, the Indian science of life, and African plants and plant oils, to nurture personal welfare.

What started as a desire to help others that were suffering, has now grown into a heart-warming success story, and an ethical and cruelty-free brand supporting fair trade and local communities in Africa while giving the world the benefits of its therapeutic skincare.

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s the number one installed picosecond technology globally, PicoSure is recognised for its technology leadership, clinical versatility and proven performance.

After making its mark on the tattoo industry, PicoSure has set the bar in skin rejuvenation, targeting pore size reduction, acne scarring, melasma, pigmentation and photodamage like no other treatment. Backed by a wealth of clinical studies and research, the PicoSure point of difference is in

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Acne Scar Treament: Before and Post 2 Tx Using Focus Lens Array Photos Courtesy of R. Saluja, MD

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MICHELLE RODRIGUES – Dermatologist its proven ability to effectively treat any skin type with little to no downtime. PicoSure by Cynosure is a highly versatile and customisable technology for the modern-day clinic and available as a single wavelength picosecond option, specifically designed for no down-time skin revitalisation for the modern-day clinic.

Karen Austin, Director of Richmond Skin and Laser reveals why PicoSure is their preferred laser for skin rejuvenation, every time.

“With any device, you want to understand who stands behind the product and how the company works in terms of clinical evidence. PicoSure has years of clinical evidence, great studies and a lot of reliable data. Clinical trials are the safest and most efficient way to identify treatments that work.

It’s disconcerting when other devices don’t have this,” says Austin.

PicoSure does a lot more for a clinic’s clients than simply treating the superficial layer of their skin. It targets deeper layers to improve collagen and elastin, the key components in brighter and firmer skin texture while breaking down pigmentation without damaging the skin. The result is “the normalisation of pigment, improvement in photodamage, acne scars, and fine lines and wrinkles,” says Karen Austin. “It’s the only device we can use on all skin types to trigger collagen as well as elastin production.”

755nm and FOCUS Lens Array Advantages: • Effectively reduces the appearance of pigmented lesions, acne scars and wrinkles • Quick, comfortable 15-minute treatments • Uniquely revitalises skin through the creation of LIOBs • Increases collagen and elastin • Minimal downtime

“PicoSure is a fantastic laser that is safe to use on all skin types and provides great skin revitalisation results using the FOCUS Lens Array; improving fine lines, wrinkles, acne scarring and is one of the few treatments that works for Melasma.

Downtime is a matter of hours only.”

DR EOIN MCDONNELL – Medical Doctor

“PicoSure FOCUS Lens Array skin treatments provide amazing results for anyone with brown spots, sun damage, pigmentation and freckles. It also smooths the texture, improving acne scars, fine lines and wrinkles as well as tightening of the skin. The best thing is there´s no downtime and usually only requires 3 - 4 treatments to get great results.”

DR SARAS SUNDRUM – Cosmetic Physician

Before and Post 1 Treatment - Photos Courtesy of L. Espinoza, MD

Visible results can typically be seen after only one treatment, and there is usually a marked reduction in fine wrinkling together with a decrease of skin pigmentation. The number of treatments will depend on the client’s expectations and also the condition being treated. PicoSure offers a valuable investment and a range of new possibilities for aesthetic procedures and clinic owners but it is also a highly reputable investment.

“There are multiple reasons PicoSure might be useful in your clinic. While there may be a lot of devices out there, the beauty of PicoSure is that it provides superior tattoo removal and skin treatments, as well as being suitable for all skin colours and types while doing so in a safer, more comfortable, manner,” Karen Austin explains.

“We deal with lots of different people and it’s a great thing to be able to treat every patient that walks through your clinic doors, no matter what skin type they are.”

For more information on PicoSure Skin contact; infoaustralia@cynosure.com or cynosureaustralia.com. spaandclinic.com.au | 51

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Pigment

– Friend

Foe?

With the 7th Annual Education Conference of the Australian Society of Dermal Clinicians taking place in July, committee members and dermal clinicians Chrys Antoniou and Jennifer Hookham discuss this year’s topic, pigmentation, its role in protecting the skin and the disorders that arise from it.

What is pigment?

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igment is the synthesis of two types of melanin, namely pheomelanin and eumelanin. Our skin colour is dependent on these proteins and can have a combination of the two. Some skins have more pheomelanin which produces red to yellow pigment or eumelanin, in which the pigment is brown to black.

Pigment is responsible for our hair, skin and eye colour and its role is diverse.

Melanocytes are dendritic cells in the skin that produce pigment with its primary function being photoprotection. This unique cell also acts as an information system communicating the intrinsic and extrinsic factors helping maintain homeostasis, 52 | SPA+CLINIC

keeping the body in a state of equilibrium. Melanin (pigment) is produced in the melanosome through a process involving tyrosine. There is a chemical pathway during which there is hydroxylation of tyrosine to dopaquinone from which L-DOPA is derived. From dopaquinone, the pheomelanin and eumelanin pathways split. They both come from a common tyrosinase-dependent process with tyrosine being the instigator. These two proteins vary in size, colour, shape and the organisation of their pigment granules.

Stimulation of melanin occurs when UVR interacts with Stratum Corneum stimulating the synthesis of tyrosinase and tyrosinase related enzymes to produce melanin. Melanin is delivered in granule form along the

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dendrites of the melanosomes to the keratinocyte.

The keratinocyte is central to the melanosome transfer via a protease-activated receptor-2 (PAR2). Once in the keratinocyte, the melanosomes respond to the environmental UVR exposure and arrange themselves over the side of the nucleus in the direct pathway of the trauma – like a protective parasol. This protects the cell’s DNA from damage.

The process of melanogenesis is impacted by genetics, congenital disorders, diseases, immunosuppression, UVR and various chemicals used both internally and externally that can disrupt the pathway of pigment progression. To treat the different pigmentation disorders, we need to know the aetiology and pathogenesis to fully understand the conditions allowing a better management strategy (if possible).

Melanocytes have been known to be called the “neurons of the skin” (Zhou, 2016). Receptors in the melanocytes control hair and skin colour which are crucial to protect us from UV damage on the skin but more importantly against DNA damage which can affect the structure and function of our cells. Melanocytes are sensory, regulatory cells called dendritic cells and they make up part of the communication framework with keratinocytes. That is, they work together with the skin cells by depositing melanin across the nucleus of the cells protecting the DNA from damage. In the epidermis, the keratinocyte and the melanocyte work together to form the epidermal melanin unit whose function is regulated by the keratinocytes.

Melanin is not just found in the epidermis, it can be dermal too, or mixed which makes treating pigmentation complex. The skin naturally sloughs off dead cells (keratinocytes) and with it some of the melanin. Disorders of this can cause hypopigmentation.

A hyperproliferation of the cells shedding and taking melanin with them can cause pityriasis alba in which the cells lack pigment. Vitiligo is also a depigmentation disorder. Areas of the face and body, particularly around stress points such as elbow and knees, are affected and can lose pigment. This can cause intense anxiety and in some cultures is seen as shameful. Stress also appears to exacerbate the problem. Hypotheses on the causes of Vitiligo include autoimmune theory as well as Lerner’s self-destruct proposition. Eastern

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Melasma Filter Before Sciton Halo

Pigment is the synthesis of two types of melanin, namely pheomelanin and eumelanin.

After Sciton Halo

Melasma Filter After Sciton Halo

medicine, namely Indian and Chinese view the imbalances in the body from abnormal reactions to various factors. These include injury, stress or trauma, external, internal and environmental factors such as excessive changes in temperature. The patient’s wellbeing is also assessed holistically including mental health. Other disorders that can cause absence of pigment are idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis in which the melanocytes mutate and there is DNA destruction.

However, it is not just absence of pigment that can cause concern, hyperpigmentation affects many people worldwide and is difficult to treat. Causes of hyperpigmentation include sun damage, hormonal influences such as pregnancy, contraceptive pill and IUD’s, diseases such as Cushing’s and Addison’s, medications and injury which can cause post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). Melanogenesis can be transient or permanent, therefore the cause should be clearly investigated before beginning to treat it.

Sun damage can cause many types of pigmentation on the skin including lentigines, PIH from sunburn.

Melasma and Poikiloderma of Civatte, in particular have an involvement of telangiectasia due to increased stimulation of VEGF (a growth factor that increases the formation of new blood vessels). Treating each condition requires knowledge of where the pigment lies in the skin, whether it is epidermal, junctional, dermal or a combination. Other factors to consider are contributing influences such as hormonal imbalances and their impact. Any associated diseases or disorders need to be investigated and eliminated; for example Poikiloderma of Civatte can be influenced by menopause but it can also be due to genetic conditions like Rothmund-Thomson syndrome, or autoimmune such as lupus erythematous. spaandclinic.com.au | 53

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Treating Hyperpigmentation: Hyperpigmentation can be treated with a variety of lasers including Q-switch (1064nm), fractionated lasers (1550-1927nm), non-ablative and ablative including hybrid lasers which simultaneously use two wavelengths (1440/2940nm). The key is understanding the depth of the pigment so that the correct laser can be utilised. Broad band light (BBL) widely known as Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) can also treat hyperpigmentation as well as ephelides (freckles) as they tend to be more epidermal. Skin colour is another important factor as the darker the natural or tanned complexion, the deeper the wavelength needs to be to bypass the epidermal pigment. Whilst some lasers/ BBL utilise millisecond pulses to break up pigment, Q-switch uses nanosecond pulses which are far quicker and shatter pigment. This, in turn, is reabsorbed by the lymphatic system. The newer pico second lasers do not cause excessive heat in the tissues thereby reducing the incidence of PIH, a large factor when treating pigment, especially with darker skin types.

A study by Park et al., (2017) shows that the ratio of where the pigment sits compared to the deposition of melanin differs greatly. Epidermal pigment is predominantly located in the basal layer with increased deposits. Dermal pigment has an increased deposition in the upper layers of the dermal structures, whilst at the same time, reduced levels in the epidermis.

Another interesting observation by Park is that chemical mediators CD68 and C-kit had a higher expression in injured skin thus contributing to PIH. MMP2 which breaks down collagen was also increased in a group study of injured skin vs normal skin. More activity around vessels and lymphatic infiltration were also noted in the injured skin group. Thus, there are many factors occurring that we cannot see, which in turn, contribute to the formation of PIH. Consequently, you will need to consider potential injury factors when treating hyperpigmentation with lasers so as to minimise PIH. Some topical compounds and ingredients have been used to treat pigmentation disorders with varying degrees of success. The gold standard is Kligman’s formula which utilises hydroquinone together with tretinoin and a corticosteroid. There are modified forms of this formula but essentially the hydroquinone is to stop the transfer of melanin, tretinoin to aid cell turnover and slough off epidermal pigment, and a corticosteroid to supress melanogenesis. This cream is particularly useful for melisma, however, it cannot be used long term. Its side effects include dryness and erythema, but more importantly a relapse once treatment has ceased.

Other variations include Kojic acid and/or azelaic acid, both of which are tyrosinase inhibitors. Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), another common ingredient used for topical application, disrupts the production of melanin.

Thus, there are different pathways to melanogenesis that can be blocked depending on the ingredients. Lee et al., (2014) performed a study using Tranexamic acid 54 | SPA+CLINIC

Before Tixel treatment

After 3rd Tixel treatment

Credit: Dr Adina Margaritescu

Whilst some lasers / BBL utilise millisecond pulses to break up pigment, Q-switch uses nanosecond pulses which are far quicker and shatter pigment.

and Niacinamide (B3). Both these ingredients work differently to help minimise pigment. Tranexamic acid disturbs the arachidonic cascade (an inflammation pathway) when induced by the sun’s rays. When UV rays hit the skin plasmin activity is stimulated.

Tranexamic acid works to prevent this activity, which will lead to the release of arachidonic acid. Niacinamide uses a different mechanism of action whereby the process of producing pigment is not altered however, the transfer of pigment from the melanosomes to the keratinocytes (skin cells) is blocked. This stops the darkening of pigment in the skin. Therefore, a combination of the different mechanisms of action block the pathway at different stages making this combined method more effective.

Lastly, UVR is both necessary for life and deadly at the same time. UVB absorption is responsible for the synthesis of vitamin D which is required for the metabolism of calcium and bone density. However, the damaging effects of exposure is responsible for hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation, sunburn, inflammation, cell injury/death, skin cancer, epidermal atrophy and elastosis and destruction of collagen. The most obvious clinical presentation of the sun’s effect on the pigmentation process is a tan.

Whilst continual exposure even at low rates can damage cell's DNA before it is clinically noticeable it is impossible to completely avoid trigger factors as even artificial light from computer screens and florescent lighting can stimulate pigment through the retina of the eye. Thus, in conclusion whilst there needs to be a balance between sun exposure and the production of Vitamin D, the use of sunscreens and the avoidance of known triggers to pigmentation should be considered when treating pigmentary disorders.

Chrys Antoniou and Jennifer Hookham are committee members of the Australian Society of Dermal Clinicians (ASDC) in the roles of Professional Education and Governance respectively. The ASDC will be holding their annual conference and workshops on 15-16th July with the theme of Pigmentation. Tickets are now on sale through asdcevents.com.au.

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Hemp

All About

Despite controversy caused by widespread legalisation of Cannabis in recent years, Hemp is receiving glowing accolades for its use in skincare and cosmetics.

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ith more and more locations around the world legalising recreational and medicinal use of the drug, Cannabis is slowly beginning to break down the social and cultural barriers and become more widely accepted. These events has seen huge growth in the commercial use of hemp, the non-psychoactive variety of Cannabis often used for fabric, clothing and packaging and rope, just to name a few. It’s also becoming a fast-growing trend in the skincare industry, with Hemp Seed Oil boasting quite a few benefits of its own.

Currently utilising hemp in their latest range, Ella Bache’s Senior Product Manager Pia Wahrendorf tells us “unlike many other oils, hemp seed nourishes dry skin without sticking to it. Thus it won’t clog pores as easily as other heavier oils. It may also help heal skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and other rashes. The oil’s fatty acids are believed to affect immune responses in the body which helps to promote skin healing. This is also likely due to the oil’s perfect balance of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids.”

As Cannabis remains a banned substance here in Australia, there are still some legalities surrounding its use, even commercially.

“Hemp seed oil is a non-psychoactive oil that comes to life through the pressing of hemp seeds,” says Pia. “There is little to no THC found in the seed of a hemp plant. The seed is produced over time with the company of a male and female plant. Whereas the cannabis oil can only be produced from the bud of a female plant solely.”

“Hemp seed is sourced from legal crops of hemp under the Hemp Act 2008, these crops do not require the high level security required

for medicinal cannabis Under Schedule 8 and 9 TGA, because to be registered as hemp it must be cultivated at <1% Low THC hemp permits, and this is the material that is used for clothing, fibres, food, cosmetics etc. The Hemp Act 2008 stipulates seed (and fibre).”

Founder of Harlem Skin & Laser Clinic (NY) Seven Brown received so many enquiries about the ingredient, she decided to introduce a special Cannabis Facial ahead of Spa Week 2018. It was so popular, the clinic quickly booked up to capacity for the entire month. “It’s the new way to get your greens!” says Brown. “It’s an exciting ingredient, people started asking me a lot of questions, so I had to do my research, and ask myself ‘is this something we want, is this something that works?’ and I found that it is simply amazing. It’s full of antioxidants, it’s rich in many things, if you have any redness conditions, or really inflamed pustules, the inflammation goes away.”

If you’re looking to incorporate hemp into your spa or clinic, our top recommendation would be Babor’s new Hemp & Peace ampoule containing natural hemp seed oil, which is rich in Omega 6 fatty acids, and helps to restore the skin’s barrier function when it is compromised by stress. The powerhouse ampoule also contains Aloe Vera and cactus extracts to supply intensive moisture, while panthenol calms the skin.

The Hemp & Peace ampoule debuts as a highlight of Babor’s Ampoule Concentrates ‘Festival Edition’ launching this June. This limited edition of beautifying ampoules ensures skin recovery from late nights during the year’s wild festival season. spaandclinic.com.au | 55

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Only The Best For

Mother & Child

Phil Wang was so worried about the chemicals his pregnant wife and baby were absorbing that he developed an organic, natural skincare range for them.

SPA+CLINIC picked his brain about this unconventional gesture of love.

S+C: Tell us how it all started and why you felt the need to create your own skincare?

PW: Back in 2014, when I was researching suitable products for my pregnant wife and unborn child, I had only 3 simple requirements: • Organic and more importantly, certified organic (I need proof) • Appropriate ph levels (as close to the natural human skin as possible) • Moisturising and effective Most of the products we found on the shelves didn’t have organic certification, even at pharmacies where I expected a little better. Upon closer inspection of the labels, I realised I needed to do further study into what the ingredients actually were; the long-complicated names didn’t exactly assure me that the products were the best for my family. My principle rule was to understand the ingredients instead of relying on the marketing information, and some of the information I gathered was shocking.

In Australia, the biggest organic certification agency is Australia Certified Organic (ACO). The standard they use has the same level of requirement to the US organic standards (USDA) and European organic standards (ECOCERT). It is clearly stated that the minimum requirement for a skincare product to be certified organic is 95% certified organic ingredients and 5% ingredients be certified for organic use.

Understandably, this was a huge challenge and it took us more than two years to develop a product that met this requirement. Knowing from the experience we went through to get that certification, I can understand why some companies will not go to the same lengths because it is quite a challenge. In saying this, I strongly believe the industry needs to be more regulated. Consumers should be able to tell how natural or organic the ingredients really are from a simple read of the label. I believe that most people get caught in this 'trap' and why stricter regulations (or at least a greater awareness of the ingredients) are necessary within the industry.

S+C: How can a customer know if a product really is 100% natural/safe for pregnancy?

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for natural or organic products. In Australia, there are 7 different organic certifications, operating under very similar standards.

2. It is very hard to determine if a product is safe for pregnancy or not, even if a product is certified organic. Ingredients that have been known to be harmful during pregnancy, such as petro-chemicals, retinoids and certain acids are ones we should be aware of within the ingredients list.

S+C: What are some of the “hidden” ingredients consumers should avoid?

PW: Ingredients that consumers should definitely be aware of are: Parabens, synthetic colours, fragrance, phthalates, triclosan, sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) / sodium laureth sulfate (SLES), formaldehyde, toluene.

My general rule is to avoid any chemicals, even if they are approved for use right now. There are too many examples where a chemical ingredient was approved to use and then five years later it was proven toxic. For these products to be used on pregnant women or on newborns is particularly concerning.

S+C: What are your plans for Ahria?

PW: AHRIA is a unique brand with a core value of caring for our own families. Our focus will always be product quality and certification compliance. We believe that word of mouth and consumer happiness with our brand and our products will share our brand to everybody that needs them.

We are currently in the process of developing a product for the lips and a perfume, both of which will also be certified organic and completely transparent to the consumer. I know that AHRIA Organics will hold fast because it is real. The ingredients are real. The label is real. The family that worked so hard to bring AHRIA to life is real.

The love we have for our families and ourselves is in this product and we welcome anyone and everyone to be a part of that and to truly see the benefits of going organic, at least for their skin!

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Slow Beauty

Nutrition Why carb-free is out and balance is beautiful. Over the last 20 years, as dermonutritionist and the founder of Bestow Beauty, Janine Tait has learnt how to approach skin health holistically. She has seen the power that diet has to change, heal and transform skin. One of the essential beliefs she has come to is that balance is beautiful.

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Nutrition to the Power of Three

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ur bodies require three macronutrients for optimum health; fats, proteins and carbohydrates. Since “macro” means large, macronutrients are the nutrients needed in larger amounts than the micronutrients like vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. It is very important to include a healthy balance of fats, proteins and carbohydrates in our diet for beautiful skin and to support vital bodily functions such as digestion, growth and development.

Fad Diets Starve Your Skin If you look back over the years you can see there have been times where one of these macronutrients has been black-marked by media as being detrimental to our health in some way. While there is usually a kernel of truth in each approach, the concept is often taken to the extreme, research is misconstrued and ‘fad diets’ come out such as ‘low fat’ or ‘carb free’ or ‘high protein’. Without doing any research ourselves many of us swallow this misinformation and can get caught up in these ways of eating which are not necessarily healthy for us in the long-term.

Why I Am Against No-Carb Diets A no-carb or low-carb diet is one of the darlings of the weight-loss world at the moment and I am concerned about that. While I recognise that a low or no carb diet works for weight loss and can be useful in the short term, I feel strongly that this is not a healthy long-term lifestyle solution. When you attempt to remove a whole food group from your diet, not only does your body suffer, you also starve your skin of important nutrients it needs to thrive. Many of the clients who come to us for help with skin disorders are not having any carbohydrates at all except from those found in fruit and vegetables. Cutting out carbs entirely makes it hard to get your B vitamins and certain fibres. A recent study from Harvard showed that people who ate 70 grams/day of whole grains, compared with those who ate little or no whole grains, had a 22% lower risk of total mortality, a 23% lower risk of CVD mortality, and a 20% lower risk of cancer mortality.

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The Slow Beauty Way The Slow Beauty movement champions bringing transformation to our skin and body through a nourishing and sustainable, healthy lifestyle. The Slow Beauty movement calls us to step away from the fad diets on the fringes and return to the radical middle - the place of beautiful balance. When your body is being nourished with high quality fats, a moderate amount of complex carbohydrates and good, lean protein it receives all the building blocks it needs to function optimally.

Fat Is Back Fat has had a bad reputation in the past for all the ‘bad’ things it does to our bodies. While this is true of saturated fats, good quality fats are essential for many body functions. Fats provide long lasting energy, support the development of hormones, play an important part in protecting our vital organs and help to maintain our body temperature. Without fat, we are not able to utilise fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K. Essential Fatty Acids (Omega 3 and 6) are particularly important fat families as they are not able to be produced by our bodies. This means it is vital for us to obtain them from food. When it comes to skinhealth, EFAs are very healing and protective, helping to buffer your skin from the effects of the environment, keeping your skin smooth, supple and free from damage. EFA’s also help to keep the skin moist and can reduce inflammation.

Eat Good Quality Fats Some healthy fats we recommend are nuts such as walnuts, pecans, macadamia nuts, pistachios and almonds, nut butters (with no added sugar or salt), flax-seed oil, olive oil, tuna or salmon, seeds such as pumpkin, sunflower, sesame and chia and organic butter. These are all better choices than margarine, mayonnaise, high fat meats, sweets and other saturated and trans fats. Your diet should consist of about 20% fat. Some examples of a serving size of fat in a meal would be a quarter of an avocado, two tablespoons of olive oil, a small handful of nuts and seeds or two tablespoons of nut butter.

Eat Good Quality Lean Protein Every cell in the human body contains protein and it is essential for building, maintaining and repairing your body tissues. Protein is also important to balance blood sugar levels that can lead to fatigue. Protein should be consumed at each meal to ensure you are getting enough and should make up between 10-35 percent of your diet. The recommended serving size is around the size of your palm. I encourage you to include proteins such as chicken and eggs (free range is possible), fish, kidney beans, seaweed, quinoa, lentils, chickpeas, peas and full cream milk. Eating the right amount of protein throughout the day will help you

When your body is being nourished with high quality fats, a moderate amount of complex carbohydrates and good, lean protein it receives all the building blocks it needs to function optimally.

feel fuller for longer, giving you more energy in the afternoon and keeping you full until dinnertime.

Eat Good Quality Carbohydrates Carbohydrates are your body’s main energy source.

When you eat them your body breaks them down into glucose which is then transported to the cells via your bloodstream. Energy is needed for body functions such as digestion, breathing, movement and is the preferred source of energy in our brain, heart and central nervous system. For these reasons, it is important that your diet consists of at least 45 to 65 percent carbohydrates, which includes fruit and vegetables.

There are two types of carbohydrates, simple and complex. Simple carbohydrates are refined sugars (like white bread and other sweet foods with excess sugar) and have very little nutritional value to the body. It is advisable therefore that they be consumed in very small amounts. It is better to have complex carbohydrates that release energy slowly into your body. Good quality complex carbohydrates to include in your diet include legumes, vegetables, kumara, wholegrains, brown rice, fruit, beans and nuts.

Play the Long Game Health and beauty is a long-term game and consistency is perhaps the greatest challenge of all. Most people can summon up short-term discipline, but it is longterm lifestyle changes that truly make the difference.

Everything I do, from the products I use topically, to the dermo-nutrition boosters I take to nourish my skin from within, to what I choose to eat are all chosen with the long game in mind. Choosing to nourish your body with the three macro-nutrients will support you and sustain you in your wellness journey - the slow beauty way.

Janine Tait is New Zealand’s leading dermo-nutritionist and the founder of Bestow Beauty, which offers a beautiful range of organic super-food blends, recipes and rituals to nourish skin from within. She is also a respected leader within the Slow Beauty movement which champions a holistic approach to skincare. bestowbeauty.com.au spaandclinic.com.au | 59

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Connecting

Inner & OUTER

BEauty Inner and outer health can no longer be dealt with separately, says Helen Anton, CEO of Australasian Academy of Anti-Ageing Medicine (A5M), as beauticians and aesthetic practitioners recognise more widely that beauty and wellness are closely intertwined.

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here is a growing acceptance amongst medical experts that to achieve better patient outcomes, one needs to consider the relationship between inner and outer health. Leading practitioners and researchers are now advocating the aesthetics industry adopt a multidisciplinary, holistic and integrated approach to effectively treat conditions.

“Working to raise awareness of the link between the beauty and wellness industries is at the forefront of A5M’s work. Our core focus is to provide tailored medical education to practitioners across the aesthetic, anti-ageing, integrative medicine and allied health professions,” says Anton.

“We promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle with a focus on preventative and functional techniques across the beauty, wellness and medical fields.

“A5M endorses and provides professional training across the five core pillars of healthy ageing: Exercise, Diet & Nutrition, Lifestyle & Relaxation, Supplementation and Hormonal Balance,” she further explains.

An individual’s overall appearance and mental health is often a reflection of their lifestyle. Consumers are becoming more aware that many factors may influence issues recognised externally. Beauty is not just skin deep and to resolve external issues, inner health must be considered.

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skin types and reactions, can work alongside wellness practitioners to provide advice on the lifestyle and/or hormonal factors at the cause of the irritation, whether that be diet, stress or anxiety for example.

“Lifestyle, diet and the environment will continue to have an impact on personal health, resulting in increased disease, anxiety and mental health issues; therefore, it is imperative the beauty and wellness industries continue to work together to achieve optimal results”, added Anton.

Although not a new concept, integrative medicine is growing in popularity.

More health practitioners are evolving to include alternative therapies as part of their service offering and recommendations.

Growing acceptance of non-conventional therapies such as reiki, acupuncture, yoga, massage therapy, meditation and tai chi are receiving more public recognition, resulting in increased demand for integrative medicine education.

About A5M Founded in 2006 with education at its core, A5M is dedicated to educating healthcare and medical practitioners about the principles of anti-ageing, preventative and integrative medicine in Australia New Zealand and Asia.

A5M is committed to providing education opportunities and industry support, representing health care practitioners across the pillars of anti-ageing.

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The must-attend integrative and anti-ageing medicine conference The leading integrative medicine event in Australia is A5M’s annual conference. This year, the conference aims to inspire the delegates to think deeper about the connection between inner and outer health. It will be an engaging educational experience featuring world-renowned keynote speakers including: • Dr Sarah McKay, Neuroscientist, Ted-X Speaker and founder of the Neuroscience Academy; • Dr Andrew Heyman, globally renowned Integrative Medicine Practitioner and Program Director of Integrative Medicine at George Washington University • Vicki Writer, Master Trainer in Motivation, Communication and Emotional Fitness and Master Practitioner and Certified Trainer of Neuro-Linguistic Programming; • Paul Taylor, Exercise Physiologist, Nutritionist, Neuroscientist and Affiliate Professor at The University of San Francisco, the conference is set to inspire the connection of inner and outer health.

Go deeper For those who wish to explore the power of integrative medicine further, A5M offers the highly regarded AustralAsian Certification in AntiAgeing Medicine (ACAAM) which is Australasia’s leading post-graduate accreditation programs for preventative and personalised medicine.

Across three modules and three electives, practitioners learn

from evidence-based practices to develop the skills, resources and knowledge to incorporate preventative, integrative and anti-ageing medicine strategies and protocols.

ACAAM accreditation covers internal health, healthy ageing and wellbeing, external conditions and lifestyle influences to support practitioners in advising clients on how to live a healthier and longer life.

Core modules include: •W hat is Anti-ageing medicine and how it can increase longevity?

•T he impact of nutrition & detoxification on the ageing process •M etabolic disorders and the ageing process

Keep connected to the latest research By becoming an A5M member, practitioners can access the latest research from local and international experts in preventative and aesthetic medicine and connecting with experts from complementary fields to build reliable referral networks. With so many advancements, and much to learn, A5M membership provides an effective way to keep up to date.

2018 A5M Conference:

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Introducing SculpSure®

Submental Fat Treatment SculpSure Submental is the only FDA-cleared and TGA-listed hyperthermic laser for non-invasive lipolysis of the area under the chin for individuals with a BMI of up to 43.

No other non-invasive submental treatment has delivered a patient satisfaction rate of 100%, with clinical trials delivering up to 24% reduction within the treated area.2 Your patients can achieve great results without painful needles or surgery – all in 25 minute treatment sessions.

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Does the product range reflect your skin treatment practices?

Is it meeting your needs as a skin treatment therapist?

Does their education reach beyond the product?

How To Align Your Company With Your Skincare Not sure which skincare brand to stock?

Skin expert and Dermaviduals ambassador Robyn McAlpine can help.

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o create a successful partnership between your product and your business there can be a lot more to consider than just the packaging, profit margin and popularity of a product.

Stocking a new range is a little like love, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all warm fuzzies and butterflies in the beginning but going in with a clear vision and using our head to make an educated decision is important. We need to think past the excitement (and the enthusiasm of the sales rep) and look at how this brand and range will support us and create a harmonious relationship from our suppliers to our clients.

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as a business owner that we should be considering before giving prime real estate to a product range?

Using our skin knowledge to see beyond the pretty packaging and to scrutinise the product helps us from falling into the thrill and excitement of something new.

Over time, it is only natural that we adopt the philosophies of the products that sit on our shelves. We base our treatment menus and our services around the products we recommend and so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not uncommon that our business DNA becomes intertwined with the DNA and ideals of our products.

It is important to look at brands and products that align with our business philosophy, our understanding of how skin should be treated and the direction in which we want to take our business. This requires

putting our skincare products under the microscope and looking at more than just the brand perception of a skincare range. Ask yourself the following questions:

Does the product range reflect your skin treatment practices?

Looking at your core values is vital when it comes to how you choose to treat skin and choosing the product range that will support you in that. A brand needs to be more than just a product we can sell on our shelves. It needs to be able to align with our skin treatment practices and adhere to our personal and professional beliefs on how we want to treat skin. Are there ingredients you avoid? Do you believe in a natural approach? Do you follow a more scientific path? All of these things are important to consider when researching your skincare.

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Will this product meet your needs as a business owner?

Who are the people behind the brand?

Is it meeting your needs as a skin treatment therapist?

Are you able to treat the conditions your clients present you with or does it fall short in some areas, does this range cover everything you are going to need or will you need to supplement from other ranges? If you are going to supplement with another range, how will the two formulations work together?

Does this range offer professional treatments as well as retail options that you can build your services around or do you need a separate range for retail?

Having a range that fully supports your skin treatment philosophies and allows you to do your best work within your business, will create a seamless blend between your business and the brand you choose to work with.

Does their education reach beyond the product?

Working with a skincare brand that will not only meet us where we are at educationally, but that will also support further growth and knowledge is really important.

Are they going to take our teams to a new level of skin understanding or does their training fall short, only focusing on the products benefits and features, only to gloss over skin they are interacting with.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great that they can talk about the active ingredients in their products, but are they teaching us how these ingredients interact with skin cell structure and function to help us to understand skin on a deeper level?

To truly be able to work with a range and get the best results, we need to have an intimate understanding both of the product itself but also a solid grasp on skin. If our knowledge in this area is not so strong, does the brand help to elevate the skin knowledge of our teams so that we can better work with their products? The two need to go hand in hand and looking at this when considering a range should be high on our priority list.

Will this product meet your needs as a business owner?

Does the brand have great marketing?

What is the mark-up for the product and how can this enhance the bottom line in your business and help your business grow in the long term?

Is this brand saturated in the market or is it too obscure to have any notoriety?

Does our team believe in the range? Are they able to work with the product to get the best out of it? Are they seeing results in the work that they do and are they able to get it into the bathrooms of all your clients?

Our teams are the frontline of our business and they are the masters of the skincare we stock so they need to feel supported and confident in their skills. Having that confidence in their skill, knowledge and the brands we use creates walking advocates to our clients.

Who are the people behind the brand?

Looking at how our suppliers operate should be high on our priority list when looking

at the brands we will choose to work with.

Like our accountant or our business coach, our suppliers become an extension of the support team sitting behind the scenes in our business.

Having a great relationship with them can be a massive resource to lean on when we need extra training, help with product knowledge and assistance with our retailing and marketing.

Our suppliers are who we look to for education, growth and professional development. So knowing their ethics, values, integrity and their business philosophy is just as important as the brand they sell as their culture can trickle into ours.

Finding harmony between the brands we stock, the company we align with and the products we sell is vital to creating a successful partnership that helps our businesses to flourish. Considering all of these aspects when choosing a brand to align with our business, opens the door to a successful, long term partnership.

Our clients win, our business wins, our suppliers win!

Robyn McAlpine is an expert skin therapist, mentor, writer, salon owner and skin cell lover.

Her passion is in motivating beauty therapists to think beyond the label, to truly understand skincare ingredients impact skin cell structure and function. Robyn is the owner of SkintifiX, a corneotherapeutic skin care clinic based in Newcastle NSW. This is where you will find her in her element, getting hands on in the treatment room, changing skins and changing lives.

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Patients want quick anti-ageing treatments with visible results. CooLifting uses cold temperatures to deliver exactly that.

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n an attempt to prevent ageing of the skin or restore youthfulness, patients are willing to go through a lot: Lasers, needles, injections, and even facelifts. However, not everyone is willing to go under the knife, or have toxins injected to smooth out lines, and moreover, not everyone can afford neither the cost of these procedures nor the downtime.

Missing out on this big pool of clients who want to look refreshed, but don’t want to commit to anything invasive would mean missing out on a lot of bookings, so what can we offer them instead? The answer is CooLifting.

This non-invasive facial treatment combines a powerful CO2 flow with an extremely high concentration of atomised actives at a very high pressure and very low temperature. The device, which looks like a toy gun and is suitably called the ‘Beauty Gun’, is moved around the face in small circular motions and causes an intensive penetration of the CooLifting actives. The intense cold temperature that this is done in causes a dermis reaction while stimulating the underlying tissue.

The benefits of Cryotherapy are felt in this treatment, which uses cold temperatures to ‘shock’ the body, making blood vessels constrict and expand alternatively (action known as paradoxical vesselmotricity). This in turn has a tightening effect on the skin, and can promote collagen and elastine production.

The tightening of the skin can be seen immediately, while the longterm effects develop later thanks to the increased collagen and elastin.

The treatment is quick, painless, and even relaxing for most clients.

While several treatments are recommended, it’s still a much more time-saving and affordable option for most as it only takes about five minutes to perform the treatment.

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Coolifting is designed to treat the eyes’ outline, forehead, frown, cheeks and lips’ area, and besides the anti-ageing actives, CooLifting can be used with the CoolClear actives, which are targeted at clients who wish to reduce pigmentation as well as fine lines.

But there’s a new product taking the principle of ‘cooling to rejuvenate’ to the rest of the body. CoolCell by CooLifting is the brand’s newest addition to the cooling family. The kit consists of two cartridges that can be used with the CooLifting device to target cellulite.

Formulated with three special active ingredients with anti-cellulite properties (glaucine, caffeine and carnitine), and supplemented with natural extracts that facilitate the body’s elimination process, CoolCell can reduce cellulite on the body.

The kit also includes a 50ml Gel Cream conceived for maintenance of the shock treatment. Thanks to its formulation with balanced concentrations, an optimal effect is achieved for the subsequent treatment and maintenance at home in the process of elimination and draining of localized fat and retained liquids.

Patients and practitioners alike love how quick and easy the CooLifting treatments are. Personalised treatment plans should be tailored to each individual patient and their concerns. For more information, visit coolifting.com.au

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this model can be repeated in other countries.” here is nothing more important in the As a respected educational institution, Box Hill aesthetic cosmetic industry than patient Institute will provide graduates with qualifications safety, and the only way to ensure this that will set them up perfectly for the job market. is qualified staff. With a plethora of certificates, “This training will help create clarity by providing diplomas, and courses out there, it can be practitioners with professional qualifications tricky to identify which qualifications you want from a respected educational institution in the in an employee, and which ones are just not Dr Eugene Chan, Dr Meg Parikh and marketplace,” said Chan. good enough.

Box Hill Institute Executive Director Short and one-day courses on offer include: An institution you can trust, Box Hill Institute, Educational Delivery Jane Trewin • Basic Skin Science has opened the doors to its brand new clinic as • Laser Safety part of their medical cosmetics training courses aiming to provide • Intense Pulsed Light unrivalled training for aspiring beauty therapists including supervised • Laser Hair Reduction practical experience.

• Skin Care, Peels and Micro-needling In partnership with the Cosmetic Institute of Australia, Box Hill • Neurotoxins (Anti-wrinkle Injections) Institute now offer a series of courses including non-accredited short • Dermal Fillers courses, accredited diplomas, and advanced diplomas as well as • Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy traineeships and apprenticeships for those starting out in the field.

• Cosmetic Threads – Level 1 “There is no other training facility like this in Australia and I don’t • Advanced Cosmetic Threads – Level 2 know of any similar elsewhere in the world,” said Dr Ben Chan, • Pigment and Tattoo Laser Removal Clinical Director of the Cosmetic Institute of Australia and educator For more information about short courses, bundles, in dermatological and cosmetic procedures. “This initiative is apprenticeships and traineeships, visit boxhill.edu.au unique and we aim to be the best practice provider so that

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A mutual collaboration with leading experts resulted in the development of FemTouch.

A vaginal laser treatment driven by practitioners and women’s needs.

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HOW WILL FEMTOUCH BENEFIT YOUR PATIENTS? CO2 laser treatments have been shown to promote restoration of the physiology of the vaginal canal to a premenopausal-like stage and to the reduction of the vulvo-vaginal ageing symptoms that accompany vaginal atrophy and incontinence.

Visit Femtouch.com.au for more information or send an enquiry to aesthetic.au@lumenis.com

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From facials for your intimates to CO2 laser tightening – these are the latest developments in cosmetic vaginal rejuvenation.

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timelessly taboo topic, it’s safe to say vaginal treatments are not a common topic of conversation among even the closest of friends or family members. It’s a notoriously awkward subject, and even the dreaded biennial visit to the gynaecologist is for many women one of life’s most feared and uncomfortable obligations to go through. But behind closed doors, interest in genital rejuvenating treatments is continuing to grow, and many surgeons and therapists alike are making it their mission to normalise this polarising sector of the aesthetics industry.

Thankfully, the age of technology, sharing and social media has become a vehicle for women to educate themselves in a safe, private environment, on a topic that may otherwise cause extreme embarrassment.

Treatments and technologies dedicated to vaginal health and rejuvenation now have the power to address pain and discomfort

associated with problems like atrophy, LBL, period pain, or even shape and size conditions countless women silently suffer through on a daily basis.

And while it’s not all about sex, some of these issues can have a powerful impact on an individual’s self-esteem, extending to their interactions with partners and having a major effect on intimate relationships.

And yet despite these far-reaching consequences, the majority of women don’t realise that there are cosmetic solutions for these problems that can drastically improve their overall quality of life. The only ones who can change this? Us, as an industry.

For business owners, keeping afloat of current trends in a field so rife with secrecy and client confidentiality can be difficult to say the least, so we’ve spoken to some of the top experts in vaginal aesthetics to bring you the latest news, tips and treatments the industry has to offer. spaandclinic.com.au | 69

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The ‘Vajacial’ Already huge in the US, the Vaginal Facial or ‘Vajacial’ is just beginning to establish a cult following here in Australia. The Vajacial boasts a wide range of benefits, often addressing both aesthetic and internal health concerns. Depending on the salon in question, the treatments can vary as much as a regular facial can according to the salon owner’s discretion - sometimes coupled with hair removal treatments to reduce irritation and ingrown hairs, they can include any combination of scrubs, exfoliants, masks and moisturisers, even steaming.

In Australia, there are currently only a handful of spas and clinics with the service on offer. One of these spas is Skinplicity Australia on Sydney’s lower North Shore, who has reportedly received raving reviews from clients anywhere between their mid 20s to late 60s.

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skin on your face). This involves cleansing and applying a detoxifying mask. It is aimed at treating and preventing in-grown hairs, removing bacteria and smoothing the skin.

The second is the signature V-Steam and is a modern twist on an ancient Korean holistic vaginal steaming tradition. At Skinplicity, we have specially designed steaming chairs with built-in Chinese herbs and infrared therapy. These are unique to our practice and treat a number of concerns and health conditions.”

V-Steam is thought to offer health benefits including: • S timulates the production of hormones to maintain uterine health •P rotects the uterus from ulcers and bacteria • S oothes while strengthening the nervous system • S timulates menstrual discharges, prevents menstrual cramps • S upports reproductive system, warms the womb and invigorates the circulation •H elps correct digestive disorders •D etoxifies the body which can aid weight loss “The treatment is growing in popularity

and clients generally vary between the ages of 25 to 65 with a range of concerns.

The younger clients are generally interested in addressing menstrual cramps and general detoxification. The more mature clients are particularly concerned with decreasing symptoms associated with menopause.”

The V-Steam has evolved from a centuries-old Korean remedy Chai-Yok, believed to regulate menstrual cycles and increase fertility. Originally, the treatment would simply involve a pot of boiling water infused with a number of herbs positioned between a client’s legs, which was believed to offer powerful antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties, such as mugwort and wormwood. The treatment has of course come a long way since, with many household names and celebrities including Gwyneth Paltrow and the Kardashians now swearing by it.

“I think soon enough, the vajacial treatment will be no different to getting a facial or going to a yoga class. It is growing in popularity and given its health benefits, should be incorporated into a regular beauty regimen.”

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Vaginal Laser Rejuvenation Anti-Ageing laser treatments have been in use for quite some time now, offering solutions for rejuvenation and tightening facial tissue. But did you know that they can also be used for non-surgical laser vaginal tightening? Used internally, fractional laser can tighten and restore tissue of the vaginal wall, in turn curing a wealth of health problems for women of all ages. And despite what you may think at first, renowned Canadian Plastic Surgeon Dr Stephen Mulholland says it’s not all about sex.

“It’s definitely not all about sexual gratification; the majority of women show up because they have pain, discharge, and irritation, without even having sex. The number one cause would be vaginal atrophy, the next postmenopausal incontinence, and then vaginal laxity; if women have had a couple of kids through natural birth and it just doesn’t feel as tight or satisfying for you or your partner.

The vaginal canal responds much the same way as the skin, and so we can reformat secretion, and help atrophic vaginal tissues so the pain and discharge and inflammation is gone to a large extent. Three treatments, one month apart, and you can eliminate mild stretching or incontinence.”

The treatment uses a laser or radiofrequency device to non-invasively tighten the vaginal canal, improving the pain, discharge, dryness and/or inflammation associated with the Genitourinary symptoms of Menopause and or Vulvovaginal atrophy.

A relatively quick, simple and pain-free treatment, clinicians insert a sterilised laser applicator into the vagina for only a few minutes, that will stimulate a healing response, remodelling the tissue fibres to restoring shape and rigidity. 2-4 treatments are recommended for optimum results.

Popular professional CO2 vaginal laser solutions include the Lumenis® FemTouch™, or the Syneron Candela CO2RE Intima.

Sadly once again, Australia is substantially behind the eight ball when compared the volume of procedures performed in other countries. Despite this, it still remains an untouchable topic of conversation on a global scale something that only we as an industry can break.

“It’s been a huge area of growth in the last 5 years in North America. But it’s still not something that comes up in everyday normal conversation, even though it’s a common problem. A lot of Gynaecologists don’t know about it, family physicians don’t even know either.

As a plastic surgeon I’m used to doing labia reduction, clitoral hood repositioning, fat grafting, taking it away, putting it back in; we’ve only just now gone intervaginal to help with ageing of the epithelial and the lining of the pelvic floor, when we kind of just ignored it before.”

The post-surgical downtime is fairly minimal, with patients usually returning to sedentary jobs and low-impact activities almost immediately. A return to high-impact activities such as full exercise regimes and sexual intimacy will need to allow around six weeks. Most patient are advised to take 3-7 days off before returning to work.

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Right and inset: Syneron Candela CO2RE Intima

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Brazilians Vs Laser Hair Removal With our increasingly hectic lifestyles, the demand for in-and-out, time-efficient and longer-lasting services has never been higher. Hair removal is no exception, and the booming business of laser hair removal has produced speculation that the Brazilian wax is slowly being phased out in favour of a more permanent solution. With countless laser hair removal options on the market and increasingly affordable options, clients may be hesitant to continue their 3-4 week waxing routine when they can receive lifelong results in 6-10 sessions.

Sandra Davies, Clinic Manager at Australian Skin Clinics Elanora says “Brazilian is our most popular laser treatment. The most common comment we receive from clients is that they can’t believe they didn’t start sooner.

Especially our more mature clients, who wish they started before getting greys – as these cannot be treated by the laser.”

Often referred to a ‘life-changing treatment’ by many therapists, permanent laser hair removal can offer a welcome solution to clients that suffer from severe ingrown hairs or sensitivity, both common

At-Home Care As a therapist or clinician, you would never perform a treatment without providing clients with some degree of homecare advice. But for most, this is a particularly new field of treatments, and a difficult area to subscribe product recommendations or aftercare.

Professionals from Gynaecologists, to GPs, to the Australian Government’s Department of Health firmly recommend avoiding perfumed bath products for intimate areas, so for post-procedure care that’s as gentle as possible, recommend your clients use something that is PH balanced, gynaecologist tested and specifically designed for those intimate areas, such as Vagisil Fresh Plus or ProHydrate Plus Washes.

Vagisil also offers options for clients, which may be particularly suitable to those requesting laser rejuvenation, whose main concern is dryness, including ProHydrate Plus Internal Hydrating Gel or Daily Moisturising Fluid.

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occurrences as a result of Brazilian waxing or shaving. The area is also much easier to treat with laser compared to other areas of the body, with UV exposure a non-issue.

“It’s a really easy area to treat because it doesn’t receive any sun exposure,” says Sandra. “This is the main contraindication to treating other areas that are constantly exposed to the sun.”

Rebecca White, Clinic Manager at Australian Skin Clinics Bulimba also says “Honestly, laser hair removal for Brazilian is our most popular treatment and is forever in demand.”

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Je Ne Sais Quoi Skin French skincare is like a German car - you know it’s good. So, naturally, we’re a little bit excited about Biologique Recherche launching in Australia.

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hen it comes to well-known, established cosmetic brands, Australia is unfortunately often one of the last places to get a piece of the pie. Case in point, cult French skincare brand Biologique Recherche, who, after going strong overseas for over 40 years, has finally reached our shores.

The Parisian skincare, loved by many celebrities, officially started distribution in Australia in February, focusing on strictly spas and clinics as stockists.

“We sell exclusively to reputable spas and skin clinics; the company have a very strict policy not to sell to large online retailers and restrict international clinics from shipping to Australia, so we work hard to protect the Australian market solely for our Australian clinics to have increased retailing revenue,” explains Skincare Distribution Australia’s Managing Director, Meghan Horn.

The brand has a cult following for a good reason.

The combination of clinical approach and personalised treatment, pure, concentrated, almost raw products, complex formulas and original and rigorous treatment plans is the foundation of the reputation for efficacy of Biologique Recherche.

Their standout product is Lotion P50, a progressive, purifying, cleansing, reconditioning and exfoliating tonerlike treatment that helps the epidermis regain its original regenerating properties. Known for its somewhat unpleasant smell (BR use no artificial fragrances), it’s become a must-have product for many people who use it religiously.

Skin feels refined, bright, and smooth after use, making it a favourite can’t-live-without staple in many a skincare routine.

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We are a luxury, bespoke brand and we treat our partners as such.

Deeply attached to its French roots (it is one of the first brands to participate in the ‘Guaranteed French Origin’ certification, which was awarded to the P50 Lotion, the brand’s iconic skincare product), it is very well known and established on the international stage.

The company’s global strategy sincludes a sustainable development approach, and the company’s business plan features numerous investments designed to reduce its environmental footprint.

Biologique Recherche is currently partnered with highend, luxury brands worldwide, such as Ritz Carlton, Four Seasons, Shangri-La, Mandarin Oriental hotels to name a few, and are looking to partner with spas and clinics in Australia who share the same ethos as the French brand.

“We look to partner with businesses who strive to achieve the high level of service that we are known for around the world,” an official statement says.

“We are a luxury, bespoke brand and we treat our partners as such. As a clinic or medispa, you are an individual brand requiring a customised approach – we have a wide range of treatment and product offerings to tailor with your business model. Our dedicated Head Office team are focused on assisting you with all elements of support including marketing, PR, sales and online social presence. From day one you will have dedicated personnel on hand to assist you with anything you need, plus any product enquires will be directed on to you to build your client database” For more information, visit biologiquerechereche.com.au

TREATMENTS • Needle free delivery of PRP • Pre procedure anaesthetic • Pre IPL & Radiofrequency • Under eye circle • Hyperhidrosis • Blackheads & Milia • Wound Healing • Hair restoration • Acne

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With consumers more mindful about what they put on their skin, and more interested in ingredients than ever, it’s no surprise the ‘natural movement’ is going strong.

Patients want to achieve visible results without the use of chemicals or artificially produced ingredients that may do more harm than good.

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he most common chemicals in skincare products are parabens, synthetic colors, and phthalates, some of which have been linked to an increased chance of cancer as well as disrupting hormonal balances. With information readily available to most consumers thanks to the World Wide Web, it’s no surprise many are jumping on the green bandwagon.

As a result, many spas and clinics are ditching the nasties for an all-natural approach offering skincare and spa treatments using plant-based products only. But what’s the difference between natural, vegan, organic, and eco-friendly, and which category of natural products will have the best results?

SPA+CLINIC talked to natural skincare guru, Samantha Sargent, to shed some light on the often confusing world of no-nasties. Read on to understand what the most common labels mean, and the grey areas that come with them alongside our top picks of natural, vegan, organic, and eco-friendly products to stock at your spa or clinic. spaandclinic.com.au | 77

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DEFINITION: A term to describe a product made from ingredients that are occurring in nature, and delivered in their natural form, e.g. coconut oil, avocado oil, lavender oil etc. Any type of products can fall into this category, such as makeup, skincare, haircare etc. as long as it’s free from artificial ingredients like parabens, synthetic fragrances, and sulfates.

THE GREY AREA: “I’m a big advocate for using products made from natural ingredients.

But when sourcing natural products for our online shop there are a lot more questions that I need answers to before stocking the product. For example, how has the natural ingredient been processed? Is the avocado oil refined? Deodorised? Avocado oil has extremely beneficial properties for the skin when it is in its natural state with a green hue and slight earthy scent. But most avocado oil that you’ll find in products will be refined, clear, deodorised, and as a result lacking the high amount of phytonutrients and antioxidants for improving the skin. And then there’s the term naturally derived, which means ingredients that are first derived from nature, and then been used to artificially create an end ingredient that is delivered in an unnatural form. Eg. SLS (sodium-lauryl-sulphate) derived from coconut oil, polysorbates derived from sugar. And guess what? High fructose corn syrup is naturally derived too, but you wouldn’t eat it if your life depended on it,” says Samantha Sargent.

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Savvy Minerals Foundation

This mineral makeup is crafted without fillers, synthetics, or parabens, making it a great foundation for sensitive skin. youngliving.com

Bayeco Green Tea Multi Action Serum

Made with Australian Kakadu Plum, this natural serum plumps and protects skin, as well as supporting the skin’s natural elasticity to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

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Weleda Skin Food

The enriching balm contains a 100% natural blend of organic plant actives to soothe and comfort skin battered by daily stresses. weleda.com.au

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Organic Spa beautybalm

This all-in-one organic cream will provide a light all over coverage and clarity to the skin, while helping to repair, refine and hydrate the complexion.

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Endota Sugar & Sea Salt Spa In A Jar

Organic Resurfacing sea salt and sugar is blended with skin-softening beeswax in this organic scrub to polish away spent skin cells.

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La Mav Sweet Orange Foaming Cleanser

This balancing and purifying facial cleansing gel formulated with fermented Papaya Extract, Orange Extract and Sugar Cane Extract is certified organic and Australian made.

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Biologi Eye Serum Rejuvenation

Containing nothing but 100% Kakadu Plum, this organic serum supports collagen production and elasticity.

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DEFINITION: Strictly speaking organic means relating to, or derived from living matter (i.e. containing carbon molecules). It is loosely used in the beauty industry to market a product with ingredients that are grown without the use of pesticides, GMOs, and other modern farming practices.

THE GREY AREA: “When it comes to certified organic it becomes a very debatable subject as there is no universal standard for 'certified organic'. It can mean anything from as little as 10% of the ingredients being organic to as high as 95% or more of the ingredients being organic. Plus, there's a very large ​grey area o ​ f acceptable and unacceptable manufacturing methods. Certification bodies allow certain synthetic preservatives and foaming agents that are renowned skin irritants and allergens, as well as frequently being found to be contaminated with the a​ mine group of chemicals that can react with other substances in your products to form another class of chemicals called nitrosamines, most of which are carcinogenic. More often than not the brands that I’ve found to deliver the best results for myself and our customers Australia-wide are niche small-batch brands with products made from 100% organic and biodynamic ingredients, and they don’t necessarily have the budget to go through the costly expense of obtaining a certified organic stamp,” says Samantha Sargent.

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Dusty Girls Mineral Highlighter

This lightweight, luminescent formula is enriched with natural micas and infused with light-reflecting pigments while being veganfriendly.

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Inika Lipstick

Inika introduced the world’s first certified organic vegan range of lipsticks, which moisturise and protect lips with shea butter and jojoba oil. Inikaorganic.com

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Kat von D Powder Brush #20

Super-soft synthetic bristles are designed for applying the most weightless, finely-milled powders, all while staying true to Kat von D’s vegan fur-free artistry approach.

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DEFINITION: Products that are made without animal-derived ingredients.

A product can be termed ‘vegan’ if the ingredients are plant-based, mineralbased or synthetic. In other words, vegan doesn’t necessarily mean natural, and vice-versa.

THE GREY AREA: “Being a lover of animals I am very much an advocate for vegan beauty care products. From my point of view it’s not necessary, kind or ethical to use ingredients sourced from an animal when there are excellent vegan alternatives that provide better results. The grey area with the vegan community is the use of beeswax. Some ‘vegans’ that I come across have a very good argument for the use of organic ethically sourced beeswax in beauty care products as the alternative is carnauba wax, which is very difficult to source organically. So the majority of vegan products that use carnauba wax are using a conventional source. What this means is the farmers are highly likely spraying their farms with pesticides and other toxic chemicals that destroy the local bee community. Using ethical organic beeswax, on the other hand, whilst not being strictly vegan, does support the growth of bees that are vital for the survival of our natural existence here on earth. My personal preference when sourcing products is for them to be vegan and organic, so I will not be dogmatic if the product does contain beeswax ethically sourced from happy, healthy beehives that are in an organic ecosystem,” says Samantha Sargent.

Awe Cosmeceuticals Gentle Cleanser A beautiful vegan cleanser for a clear complexion using Papain, Green Tea, Gotu Kola, Willowbark and Sandalwood Oil. Awecosmeceuticals. com.au

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Eco-friendly

DEFINITION: A term used to describe a product that has minimal or no impact on the health of our environment and planet Earth. This can include the sourcing of ingredients, materials used for packaging, and overall manufacturing process. It is another term that is loosely used for marketing brands.

THE GREY AREA: “The reality is that we live in an imperfectly perfect world. We are, by nature, consumers. We purchase products almost every day, and I feel it is the responsibility of every single person to become a little more conscious of their daily choices, purchases and way in which they spend their dollar. There is no greater way to influence the future than by becoming a conscious consumer.

And by this I mean, before purchasing any product be more discerning to see if it is a brand that you desire to support. Is the packaging recyclable? What is the product made of? Are there any potentially harmful ingredients within the product? Is it a local and ethical brand? It’s second nature for me to do this, but that is because it’s what I do for a living. I really wish that all consumers would become more aware of how powerful their choices are, and what their dollar is actually supporting and encouraging. Because every time you buy a product you are saying to that company, ‘keep on doing what you’re doing’. You are supporting everything that company does: every source of raw material, every packaging solution, every environmental standard that they are undertaking, every form of employee relations, and every marketing choice. By being conscious of your choices you can bring about a positive change each day, and influence the state of the environment (or lack of) that your children and children’s children get to experience,” says Samantha Sargent.

Eminence Blueberry Soy Repair Mask

With green production, green packaging, and even green transportation, this brand is as environmentally friendly as it gets. Moreover, their Blueberry mask smells and feels like heaven. Eminenceorganics.com.au

Youth To The People Kale+Spinach Green Tea Hyaluronic Acid With 100% vegan ingredients and 100% recyclable packaging, this Californian brand makes effective, cold-pressed skincare infused with super foods, like this replenishing moisturiser.

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Bean Body Coffee Scrub

Bean Body is an organic, natural, fair-trade skincare range of body scrubs and balms. With a focus on environmentally friendly practices, Bean Body’s nourishing and hydrating caffeine-based body products are made with premium ingredients. ausnz.beanbodycare.com

Africology Rose Hand Lotion

Kind to the planet, kind to you is Africology’s mantra when it comes to producing their beautiful spa products free of nasties, and using sustainable ingredients. Their rose hand lotion nourishes skin with essential oils. au.africologyspa.com spaandclinic.com.au | 81

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The Power Of Plants

In the heart of Melbourne on busy Collins St lies a little oasis called Botanica Day Spa, located inside the InterContinental The Rialto. Warm tones of beige and gold, luxurious leather lounges, and strategically placed green pot plants welcome guests to this serene spa, which is all about relaxation and wellness. Botanica Day Spa’s rooms are inspired by nature showing plenty of wood and foliage décor, but it feels ohso luxurious. The nod to nature continues in their offering of herbal tea as you enter, and their product choice of ELEMIS, who use plant-based botanicals in their skincare range, such as Tree Fern Extract, and Blue Green Algae.

The Sensitive Skin Soother Facial is a beautiful 60-minute wellness experience including a scalp and hand massage, and a whopping nine different products are used on the skin to calm, mildly exfoliate, and deeply hydrate. The beautiful natural aromas of the ELEMIS skincare fill the room with citrus and floral scents transporting clients to a relaxing daydream destination that’s hard to wake up from. The skin is left beautifully refreshed and plump proving that natural products can be just as effective as lab-made actives.

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Have you heard of COSMOS? Australia has one of the most stringent certification systems when it comes to organic products. You are most likely familiar with the ‘Australian Certified Organic’ logo, but there are other bodies in Australia offering certification, such as NASAA, Aus-Qual, and SFQ. All of these organisations must make sure their members comply with the national standard for organic certification, which is the minimum standard. On top of that, there may be additional requirements each of these organisations have as part of their certification process.

On top of that, there is a new certification from overseas that is making waves in the industry, and ranks even higher than that of the AOC. It’s called COSMOS. The new COSMOS certification is an internationally recognised collaborative initiative between five leading European certification bodies, establishing global Organic and Natural Cosmetics Standard. Relatively new to Australia, the COSMOS certification requires products to have no genetically modified or irradiated ingredients, no nanoparticles and no animal testing, with product packaging also needing to meet sustainability requirements.

SCOUT Organic Active Beauty is one of the first Australian cosmetic brands that has earned both the ACO & COSMOS certifications. Founder Sylvie Hutchings says COSMOS will be the leading international cosmetics certification standard.

“As a global standard for natural and organic products, l believe more brands will be looking to hold this certification to ensure their products are compliant with these internationally recognised guidelines.”

“Considering the growth of the natural cosmetics industry and the sheer number of governing bodies and certifications available at home and overseas, the COSMOS certification provides a globally recognised standard and a level of uniformity across the industry. I think it is important for organic brands, particularly Australian brands such as ours to have this level of recognition as they look to expand internationally.”

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How ‘Active’

Is Your Skincare?

Active, concentrated, cosmeceutical – we break down the skincare industry’s biggest buzzwords.

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he line between consumer and professional skincare has never been more blurred than it is today, and with players as big as Aldi and Kmart making a bid for the ‘active skincare’ market, it has never been more important to educate your clients on various products and delivery modes. Clients will soon be asking you why they shouldn’t opt for Kmart’s $9 Vitamin serum over your $300 professional range alternative, so it may be wise to have a convincing answer at the ready.

‘Cosmeceuticals’ is arguably the biggest skincare buzzword of the moment. It has widely been accepted as a word reserved for ranges that offer true results, but is nowadays thrown around fairly often even in the world of consumer cosmetics, particularly when describing products like vitamin serums that claim to be ‘active’ and/or ‘concentrated’.

Consumers want fast results, and marketers of non-professional skincare know that words like these will get buyers excited, particularly when coupled with an affordable price tag.

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longer be a reliable indicator of performance.

“Some skincare products categorised as cosmeceuticals may contain active ingredients such as antioxidants and retinol, however on closer investigation, these ingredients are either in a percentage so small that they do not have any therapeutic benefit, or formulated in such a way that the ingredients are unstable and lack efficacy.”

Ross McDougald, experienced chemist and founder of Biologi, backs up these claims, stating that effectiveness of any product is a question of whether it is ‘bio-available,’ meaning actives are “in a formula matrix that they can be released from, and in a formulation which is not detrimental to the activity of the vitamin/mineral.”

“Nearly all cosmetic or skincare products contain water as their largest ingredient.

Most vitamins and minerals will react with water and air to form other complexes meaning that skincare products usually contain 2% actives or less when formulated and then when this product is applied to the skin the actives may react to the air/ water and may no longer be active.”

Dora Erdossy, National Product Trainer

at Advanced Cosmeceuticals, says “what can assist with effective penetration is the use of delivery systems such as refined oils or even the use of liposomes, which encapsulate active ingredients and deliver them into the deeper layers of the skin.

Not all ingredients can be properly absorbed hence product formulators look at various ways to assist with this process. Not only will this help with achieving results for the end user but may also provide stability for the ingredient and/or formulation therefore achieving effectiveness.”

These encapsulation and release processes are, as you can now confidently inform your clients, one of the main differences between cheap consumer ranges vs your pricier (but well worth it) professional range. The price jump is often a reflection of not only the varying levels of active ingredients, but the time and research required to establish these methods and formulations that allow proper skin penetration.

Another important difference, as Ross explains, is the process some products go through to allow a long shelf life - a vital factor for those ranges facing

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Designed for overnight use, these Dissolvable MicroChannel Eye Patches are the latest breakthrough in Medik8 technology. Formed with pure hyaluronic acid using a patented process, the patches create tiny, gently-formed pathways in the skin, stimulating collagen production and skin regeneration, while enhancing absorption of the Rejuvenating Eye Serum to ensure deep active delivery. The hyaluronic acid micro-structures dissolve throughout the night and remain within the skin, providing a direct firming action.

Skinstitut Retinol Serum Suitable for most skin types, particularly aged, pigmentationaffected or breakout-prone skin, Skinstitut Retinol Serum contains peptides and Retinol, utilising an encapsulated advanced delivery system to allow maximum penetration and absorption.

This promotes cellular renewal and increases collagen and elastin production. Skin appears smoother with a clearer, lifted and more even skin tone.

supermarket shelves. “Most formulations are emulsifications of oil and water soluble ingredients to create a stable emulsion. These formulas need to withstand heat and cold conditions and sit on shelves for several years so the stability / emulsification needs to be very strong. The issue with strong stable emulsions is that they do not break to allow the active ingredients to be released and so stay bound up when applied to the skin and unable to be absorbed.

Pure oil soluble products and pure water soluble products are the best as they do not need stabilising and the use of emulsifiers thus the actives in these can be absorbed far more readily.”

So if ‘Cosmeceuticals’ is no longer a

A potent booster with four Vitamin C derivatives, Tumeric and Licorice.

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Biologi Bf – Hydration Body Serum Made from 100% pure Finger Lime extract, Biologi Bf – Hydration Body Serum increases moisture retention, protects from environmental factors, increases collagen production and skin elasticity, evens skin tone and promotes brightness. The extract boasts Tryptophan, Ferulic Acid, Byangelican and a whopping 10% Vitamin C.

reliable reflection of effectiveness, what should you and your clients be looking out for? “Cosmedicals are the newest and arguably the most effective category of skincare products that can be purchased without a prescription,” says Zoe. “Often described as an advanced Cosmeceutical, Cosmedicals have the ability to assist with dramatically improving the appearance of the skin. Based on a clinically proven blend of AHA’s, Retinoids, Vitamin C, Peptides, Antioxidants and SPF technology, Cosmedicals are not only reliant on potent active ingredients but utilise penetration enhancing formulations and encapsulation technology to deliver benefits as deep as possible into the skin.”

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Aesthetics

Botox Areas You Didn’t Know Existed We lift the lid on the most unconventional places to use Botox, from calf muscles to chin dimpling.

B

otox has certainly come a long way since its original FDA approval in the early 1980s.

Originally used to treat strabismus and blepharospasm (spasms of the eyelid muscle) the drug exploded onto the scene in the early 1990s as the world’s most powerful anti-ageing injectable, when doctors began to notice their patients losing their wrinkles as a result of their treatments. Further FDA approvals continued to roll in, from the treatment of neck and shoulder spasms, then onto brows, frown lines, and hyperhidrosis, all in the early 2000s.

Aside from its effective treatment of various medical conditions, nowadays Botox is mainly thought of only as a means of disguising lines and wrinkles on the face, particularly around the brows, eyes and forehead. But what if we told you that Botox is no longer just about anti-wrinkle treatment, but actually shaping the muscles of our body?

That’s right - aesthetically speaking, Botox is no longer reserved just for anti-wrinkle treatments of the face, and renowned plastic surgeons around the globe are using it from head to toe in an effort to shape and manipulate any number of bone and muscle features.

So what do these weird and wonderful new methods entail?

Plastic Surgeon to the stars Dr Stephen Mulholland uses Botox anywhere from shoulders to ankles in order to correct the appearance of fat pockets or improve muscle tone. “I use Botox to create that skinny ‘boney’ look around the shoulders, shaping the upper deltoide. I use Botox on the Pectoralis Major to soften the upper chest; that weird little bulge you get when you lower your arms. I use it on the Lateral Calf to shape the calf and bring it in where it projects in the front or the side, and I sometimes shape the Anterior Thigh.”

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and how they contort and shape the body - this is just an extension of that.

It’s kind of an odd extension, not many people have heard of it, but shoulder sculpting, back sculpting, thigh sculpting, ankles or ‘kankles’...so I really use Botox from ankle to head.”

In addition to this strange new era of ‘design-a-body’ using Botox, clinics are also exploring various methods of shaping facial features in the same way. One of these clinics is popular Melissa Young Beauty in Glebe, Sydney. Aside from their extensive offerings in facials, brows, lashes, waxing, tanning and laser, Melissa Young’s lead Cosmetic Nurse Jacinta Oriti-Woolley is also paving the way to a new generation in facial manipulation using injectables.

Jacinta offers clients a range of highly unconventional Botox options for the face, which are slowly developing a loyal following. These include: • Hayfever - around two units of Botox mixed with saline nasal sprays, which when sprayed inside the nostrils, will resolve hayfever for several months.

• Hooked nose - resolving the downward hooking/movement of the nose, with several units injected on the centre tip/septum area. Lasts 6-8 weeks.

• Opening eyes - one unit of Botox in the centre of the eyelid, to relax and open up the eye a little more. Not for the faint-hearted! Lasts 6-8 weeks.

•B unny lines - the lines that appear when scrunching up the nose. Three units of Botox are injected on either side. Lasts 6-8 weeks.

•C hin drop or dimpling - targeting the Mentalis crease below the lips, which allows the chin to sit a little lower to avoid creases to further develop. Chin dimples can also be filled with one unit of Botox. Lasts 6-8 weeks.

“Clients often won’t know about them, so it’s really about consultations,” says Jacinta. “A lot of what we do is watching how you animate and speak to us to figure out how your face is moving. You may bring something up with a client and often they will say “oh I like that about my face” or “it doesn’t bother me” but other times they’ll say “yes that does really annoy me, I didn’t know you could do anything about that.”

Despite these exciting developments in the use of injectables, Jacinta warns against clients becoming too ‘Botox-happy’, advising to carefully manage goals from the outset.

“Some people, nothing will ever make them happy, and you’ve really got to figure out who those people are. You’ll get them anywhere. I’ve had to say no to so many people, and let them know ‘I don’t think you’re going to achieve the results you’re after’ a lot of it is managing expectations.”

“We get really used to looking at our faces, so I’ll have clients come back to me after fillers saying ‘my cheeks have gone down!’ when they haven’t. You have to be able to pull back and tell clients no, otherwise they will go crazy. This is then what essentially gives injectables a bad name.”

Aesthetics

Deep

Hydration Laser and injections can turn back the clock, but the basis of anti-ageing is a powerful moisturiser.

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t’s no secret that one of the main reasons skin looks dull and older than it might be is dehydration. As we age, water retention decreases drastically, so keeping skin moisturised is an easy and effective way to prevent the first signs of ageing, which are usually fine lines, and loss of volume.

But a great moisturising cream does more than just add hydration to the top layer of the skin. Guinot’s latest hydrating product, Hydra Summum, offsets the effects of ageing by supporting the skin’s ability to retain moisture in the dermis and epidermis, in other words, on a cellular level.

The key active ingredient, Hydralogic Complex, boosts the skin’s mechanism for biological hydration. It forms a barrier to limit transepidermal water loss, increases the skin’s ability to store water into the cells, and at the same time, improves water distribution from the dermis to the epidermis.

Perfectly targeted for patients who are concerned about the first fine lines or a dull complexion, Hydra Summum supplies the skin with the water it needs to stay youthful. Tests have shown a 55% increase in moisture levels of the skin seven hours after application. After applying for one month,

a 54% average increase in moisture levels was observed, as well as a 39% decrease in transepidermal water loss. Well-hydrated skin appears softer and more supple, plumped, brighter, and overall more youthful.

For more than 40 years, GUINOT’s mission has been to make women more beautiful using exclusive and innovative beauty care methods. For Guinot, it is the beauty therapist, the beauty professional, who combines his or her expertise with Guinot beauty care methods in order to obtain results which are immediately visible.

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Facial

2.0

Microdermabrasion used to be the holy grail of maintenance treatments for a long time, but now, patients want a little bit more.

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oing for regular facials is the best thing you can do for your skin - besides having a suitable skincare routine in place, of course. For the past few decades, Microdermabrasion has been the go-to maintenance treatment offered at most spas and clinics, but now there’s a new generation of treatments that have a similar effect and little to no downtime, but do more than ‘just’ exfoliate. We take a look at three popular micro resurfacing options.

DermaSweep

DermaSweep Instead of a Diamond tip used by Microdermabrasion devices to exfoliate the skin, DermaSweep uses a bristle applicator to gently, but effectively lift away the top layer of the skin. The 3-in-1 therapy combines bristle tip powered exfoliation with increased circulation and the infusion of concentrated serums after the skin has been deeply cleansed by the bristles.

The benefit of DermaSweep compared to Microdermabrasion is that it’s a stronger exfoliation, which effectively treats clogged pores, fine lines, and can even help with sun damage, while still being gentle enough to treat sensitive skin.

JetPeel Infusing the skin with deeply moisturising, nourishing, and rejuvenating serums is part of most facials, but there’s only so much you can do on the surface of the skin. To go deeper, and get product below the surface, you need JetPeel. The JetPeel technology uses pressurised air and accelerates serums to subsonic velocities, and with a special nozzle breaks the accelerated liquid into micro-droplets with a special nozzle.

The jet-stream of micro-droplets causes barophoresis, so that micro-canals in the epidermis broaden and allow for hydration, cleansing and needle-free, effective transcutaneous supplementation. The treatment aids with lymphatic drainage, exfoliation and the aforementioned trans-dermal delivery of a wide range of available vitamin solutions.

JetPeel Mini

HydraFacial The HydraFacial is the perfect pick-me-up treatment, suitable for any skin type and over and done in only 20 minutes, making it ideal for time-poor patients. The patented Spiral HydroPeel Tip performs five stages: Cleansing & Exfoliation, Acid Peel, Extractions, Hydration, and Protection. Using vortex technology, the applicator uses suction and infusion at the same time - a true multitasker.

In addition to improved skin health, the treatment helps improve fine lines, uneven skin tone and texture, clogged and enlarged pores, sun damage, and hyperpigmentation. There is no downtime involved; patients can go about their day straight after the treatment.

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onsistency, quality and precision are key components for excellent aesthetic and clinical photography, which is why it is important to choose the right imaging solution. Repeatable camera and patient positioning together with consistent, uniform lighting are essential for professional medical images that show the real results of your treatments.

One of the more important tools in the beauty and cosmetic aesthetic industry is clinical photography. Clients want to see great before and after photos. This is the most effective way to show a patient that the treatment has definitely worked and their appearance has changed.

Before and After images are the therapist or physician’s best advertising material. Prospective clients considering cosmetic surgery, laser treatments and fat reduction often research the clinics website gallery to view Before & After photos. Images can create a strong message more so than text, this also applies to the practice of aesthetics, for prospective patients, photos are not just nice to have— but a necessity.

Maintaining consistent photo standards does more than minimise the visual differences in your Before & After galleries, it also stops doubts about their authenticity in the people who view them. The main thing is to highlight your clinical results by promoting your products, services and skills. Social media has changed our lives over the last few years and consumers now expect high quality before and after shots.

The internet is a visually rich medium, so the quality of your images directly impacts the quality of your message. Dramatically improving a patient’s physical appearance is one thing, but being able to photograph that change is what will keep patients coming back. The field of Aesthetic Medicine can be expected to continue to grow and develop.

People want to be physically attractive and may do whatever possible to minimise the effects of normal ageing. As a practice you can help clients achieve this, and keeping up-to-date on the latest technology, including medical imaging equipment and software is crucial.

Why spend thousands of dollars on a new and more advanced IntelliStudio II

Vectra H1

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laser while still using old, worn-out photo equipment that isn’t able to capture the excellent results it gives? This is just one of the things that today’s physicians are considering as they move forward with their service offerings.

Facial Analysis Systems can produce highly detailed images used to identify problem areas and results, and can be easily tracked from session to session. Recommendations and treatment plans are created during the initial consultation and each visit thereafter.

The client’s treatment progress is then documented for future visits based on eight different skin conditions including; spots, wrinkles, texture, pores, UV spots, brown spots, red areas and porphyrins (oil and bacteria build-up).

3D Imaging takes clinical imaging to the next level with the ability to show automated measurements, helping your clients understand their current skin condition. Volume difference and circumference measurements with 360 images are possible as well as the ability to use your patient’s own image to explore possible outcomes, educate them about their options, explain limitations and set appropriate expectations.

Medical Image Management Software could be the foundation that links your 2D or 3D images together seamlessly in one simple repository or a simple solution to standardise your clinical images.

Benefits of Clinical Imaging: • Showcase your results • Track treatment progress • Communicate the possibilities • Differentiate your practice • Pre Op, Post Op and Measured Outcome Regardless of the level of imaging you require, 2D or 3D from facial imaging to total body photography, GHC Aesthetics provides scalable imaging solutions from Canfield Scientific, the global leader in imaging systems, services and products for scientific research and healthcare applications, including the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, cosmetics, medical and skincare industries to fit your practice today and in the future.

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SPOTLIGHT

Hitting Shelves

Breathe some fresh air into your spa with this killer line-up of brand new products.

MAAEMO Vitalize Face Elixir naturally stimulates cell protection, repair and growth, with a comedogenic rating of zero – perfect for all skin types, including oily/acne prone skin.

Containing Hemp Seed Oil, a powerful source of Omega 3s and 6s, plus Vitamin E and certified organic Pomegranate and Rose Hip Oils, Vitalize Face Elixir improves skin tone and repairs imperfections, leaving a revitalised glow.

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A 3 in 1 correcting makeup primer, Colorescience® ALL CALM™ SPF 50 instantly neutralises the appearance of redness, provides lightweight moisture and a broad spectrum SPF 50 sun protection.

Powered by patent pending BioSolace™, a proprietary blend of specialty ingredients that helps offer ongoing relief from sensitivity and reactiveness.

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This year’s limited edition Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist features a unique botanical blend extracted from four varieties of rose and one hibiscus – a flower also known as the ‘China Rose’. These flowers are harvested by hand from the Adelaide Hills during their peak season, to preserve their deeply hydrating and intensely fragrant properties.

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A hydrating skin-firming oil-free serum, the Rohr Remedies Kakadu Plum Vitamin C Serum contains the Australian native fruit boasting the highest source of Vitamin C in the world.

The extract from the Kakadu Plum, prized for its medicinal and food value by Indigenous Australians, stimulates the skin, reduces redness and inflammation, and assists in the production of collagen.

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Versatile and multitasking, Royal Fern Phytoactive AntiAging Rich Cream is a deeply regenerating cream ideal for stressed skin in need of extra care, particularly during harsher climate conditions like colder seasons, time spent in dry indoor air conditioning or prolonged sun exposure.

Contains a double dose of the patented Royal Fern Complex (2%), plus Acerola Cherry for a concentrated dose of Vitamin C, African Voacanga tree seeds, Wild Rose blossoms, Sea Buckthorn, and mineral oxides.

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Supporting our topical skincare with what we offer from within is key to a healthy, glowing complexion. The Beauty Boosters supplement range combines a carefully selected line-up of nutrients like Vitamin C, Omegas 3, 6 & 9, and Vitamin B, designed to promote skin health from the inside out.

There are 3 Beauty Booters in the range; Glow Getter, Collagen-C and Complexion Perfection, all designed to work synergistically, with carefully balanced dosages for optimum skin health and wellbeing.

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A fresh new range from Austria, SA.AL&CO will be launching in Australia this year, and has everything you could want in a professional mens skincare range, from their sleek silver 99% recycled packaging (which can be personalised with hand-written inscription) to their invigorating mint fragrance, which evaporates after use so as not to compete with the userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chosen fragrance. Our pick of the bunch is the SA.AL&CO Light Moisturiser & Aftershave Balm, rich in formulation but quickly absorbed, containing Aloe Vera, Shae Butter, Cocao Butter and Macadamia Nut Oil. SAALSKINCARE.COM

A skin energy booster and dullness corrector, Sodashi Cell Renewal Drops delivers a powerful skin contouring effect, improving elasticity and refining the appearance of pores and imperfections.

A pure blend of botanicals Rosewood, Lemon, Lavender and Geranium - all powerful adaptogens, it boosts the natural cellular process to resurface skin for a brighter more youthful complexion.

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Give your skin its daily greens with new Elemis Superfood Day Cream. Revitalising and illuminating, this lightweight moisturiser is packed with antioxidantrich oils to nourish, hydrate and smooth the skin. Superfood ingredients include Ginger, Goji Berry and Matcha for illuminated, strengthened and replenished skin.

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An advanced twostep daily program, BIOEFFECT EGF + 2A DAILY TREATMENT increases skin volume and density, reduces the appearance of fine lines wrinkles and sun damage, repairs free radical damage caused by stress, dirt and pollution, fights external aggressors, and addresses environmental inflammation and hyper-pigmentation.

The system is simple to use, and applied each morning before sunscreen and makeup.

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Pevonia’s brand new Stem Cells Phyto-EliteTM Collection unlocks the next generation of plant stem cell technology to stimulate the reversal of the skin’s aging cycle.

The range is based on two core plant cell ingredients– the historically reparative Morrocan Argan Tree and European Comfrey Root, to visibly repair aging skin and deliver cumulative anti-aging results fast. The MultiActive Foaming Cleanser is Pevonia’s first multi-active, one-step cleanse & tone formula, normalising the activity of dermal stem cells and stimulating the growth of fibroblasts.

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Last year Medik8 introduced r-Retinoate, a new type of Vitamin A clinically shown to be 8 x stronger than retinol, and can be applied both day and night without irritation.

The r-Retinoate Rejuvenating Eye System is the latest product to join the range. It is an intense 4-week multitargeted treatment; incorporating alternating Dissolvable MicroChannel Eye Patches and Bio-Cellulose Eye Patches, and Vitamin A serum, delivering comprehensive antiaging benefits for all delicate eye area concerns including fine lines, wrinkles crow’s feet, puffiness and loss of volume.

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This new multi-action body spray sunscreen provides an SPF 40 protection, deeply hydrates, and smells sweetly of passionfruit all at once! The Hydropeptide Solar Defence Body combines organically derived sun-blockers with botanicals like orange and lemon peel oil, apricot, pineapple and coconut for beautifulsmelling light hydration and broad spectrum sun protection.

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Created in 1970, Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 is still to this day a wonderfully purifying, cleansing and reconditioning exfoliating treatment, with a unique formula to help the epidermis regain its original regenerating properties – a fundamental stage of the Biologique Recherche treatment process. The P50 Lotion focuses on the epidermis, our protective cocoon on which the first battles against the onslaught of time are waged, and acts to purify, exfoliate, moisturise and tone.

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Best for those with problem skin, breakouts, thickening or open, enlarged pores, Thalgo’s M-Ceutic Intense Peel provides enzyme exfoliation with Papain (5%) – as effective as Glycolic Acid, in addition to stabilised Vitamin C, to boost the skin’s radiance. This 100% marine bio-regenerative solution delivers its post-revitalising essential nutrients to the heart of the skin to help reactivate the fundamental metabolism of skin cells.

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Cosmetics

Anatomy Of The

Magnetic Lashes

Offering mascara can be tricky from a hygienic perspective, so we recommend the latest craze in the lash world: magnetic lashes. With no adhesive needed, magnetic lashes are mess-free and easy to apply as all you have to do is connect the upper layer of lashes to the lower layer of lashes, ‘sandwiching’ your real lashes in doing so. The best thing? They’re reusable, making them a great gift for your clients as well.

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Dry Shampoo

Your patients’ hair can look a little greasy after facials, especially if you include a scalp massage, so make sure you ‘recover’ their coifs with the help of dry shampoo, aka the next best thing to a wash. Ouai’s Dry Shampoo Foam is a waterless cleansing foam that removes oil, product excess, and buildup making your patients look fresh again post-treatment.

Perfect Makeup Corner Your clients can look a little rough after some treatments, so give them the chance to touch up before they head out.

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ed skin and maybe even some bruises are normal after facial treatments such as lasers, peels, or injectables, and while most patients are aware of it, not all of them are happy to walk out your door looking like they actually had anything done (oh the irony!). A great way to please your clients and go that extra mile when it comes to your customer service is introducing a little makeup corner into one of your treatment rooms, or any quiet space at your salon or clinic.

Not only will most of your clients feel more confident to go on with their everyday life post-treatment once they have ‘covered up’ a little bit, but a makeup corner can also function as a beautiful feature in your rooms as well as displaying retail products you would like to sell.

Of course it’s important you keep the area clean and hygienic and advise your patients to only use the products with disposable spoolies and sponges (make sure you provide those next to a small bin for used ones).

We’ve put together the ‘foundation blocks’ of a fantastic touch-up corner your patients won’t want to leave.

Glamour Mirror

It can be tricky to provide good makeup lighting in treatment rooms, so getting a mirror that includes lighting ticks two boxes at once. This gorgeous glamour mirror can simply be placed on a table top providing the perfect light thanks to 10 LED bulbs. It also comes with eight acrylic drawers to store makeup, cosmetic wipes, or brushes and sponges.

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Foundation

It’s important to offer patients a foundation that is safe to use post-treatment, and Oxygenetix is exactly that as it was formulated for use by plastic surgeons, dermatologists and other aesthetic professionals. Providing great coverage, it’s also breathable and suitable for even the most sensitive of skins.

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Eyeshadows

Offering a small eyeshadow palette with different beige and brown tones will suit most clients’ eyes. When it comes to quality, nothing beats Marc Jacobs Beauty’s Eye-Conic eyeshadow. Velvety-rich pigments and long-lasting formulas make this palette a favourite among makeup artists. Make sure to offer disposable eyeshadow brushes. Marcjacobsbeauty.com

Lipsticks

Nothing transforms a face quite like lippie does, so for patients who just want to look a little bit more ‘put-together’ for the rest of the day, offer a range of lipsticks to be applied with disposable lip brushes, or cotton buds. Charlotte Tilbury’s Luxury Lipstick Wardrobe comes with 10 iconic shades, all perfectly displayed on a gorgeous burgundy stand. Charlottetilbury.com/au spaandclinic.com.au | 95

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No Brows?

No Problem. s k c i p top Our

How to provide flawless arches for clients with even the sparsest of brows.

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e are so lucky to be immersed in an industry that is constantly evolving, filled to the brim with new exciting developments, techniques, and technology. No matter the service you’re offering, there are often countless options to choose from, and rarely will we be confronted with a beauty or aesthetics problem without a solution for.

This is definitely the case when it comes to eyebrows. In a not-so-distant past, there were some clients that just couldn’t be catered to, especially those with little to no brow hair. If these clients wouldn’t commit to brow tattooing, which only a few years back were generally very expensive and resulted in the unsightly ‘block’ brows, they were often forced to leave salons and clinics empty-handed. Now thanks to the evolution of industry techniques and equipment, if your clients are suffering from a severe lack of brow growth, there are more than enough options to suit.

We’ve asked industry leader and eyebrow expert, Melbourne-based Suzie McIntosh to walk us through her recommendations for barely-there brows, and the advantages/disadvantages of each based on time, look and commitment.

Option 1: Cosmetic Tattooing

As a Cosmetic Tattooist my first recommendation when someone has little to no hair is Cosmetic Tattooing. Cosmetic Tattooing, can create an illusion of natural looking brows that are virtually maintenance-free and look great!

Although it requires a big commitment, if you are looking to save time from drawing them on every day or simply lacking ‘brow’ confidence this is the way to go.

It is really important, especially for an individual with little or no brow hair, they do their homework on the cosmetic tattooist of their choice. These customers are the most difficult to work on because there is no hair to hide behind.

Let potential clients know that they should really be enlisting a professional with proven skills on these type of customers, checking before/after photos of similar customers before committing.

Option 2: Henna

Henna is a great option for those who are not ready, wanting or able to commit to cosmetic tattooing.

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Before & After: Suzie McIntosh Feather Brows

Henna also stains the skin unlike tinting which only stains the hair making it a much better option than tinting for someone with little to no hair.

The only downside of Henna is that it is temporary and can range in longevity based on skin type. It is also more consistent maintenance and won’t improve your shape.

Option 3: Brow products that come with a stencil in which it’s easy to shape.

This option is a great alternative for someone who is dedicated to putting time into doing their brows every day, is not wanting to commit to anything permanent, and wants to achieve a great shape.

I prefer brow products that come with a stencil because it makes it easier to shape the brows, especially for those not comfortable with makeup or how to create a great shape for the face naturally. It also gives you the opportunity to really experiment with looks and keep on trend.

The only downside is the level of time needed to dedicate to doing brows on a daily basis. Out of all of the options this is definitely the most high maintenance and most common.

If you are thinking of going this route I highly recommend stocking Anastasia Beverley Hills.

Growth Serums

Growth Serums are not a substitute for any of the recommendations rather they are a compliment to each. If you are having trouble growing ‘brow’ hair, you should definitely invest!

They are great as long as clients are committed to doing it daily.

Cosmetics

Grease

Is The Word

It’s the movie that influenced beauty like no other in the late 70s, so it’s only fitting Grease and OPI are collaborating for the musical’s 40th anniversary.

“T

ell me about it, stud!” is arguably one of the most famous and recognisable quotes in movie history, and whether you like musicals or not, there’s no denying Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta created magic when they appeared as Sandy and Danny in the 1978 classic Grease.

It’s hard to believe 40 years have passed, and just as timeless as the songs is the movie’s beauty influence. Who could forget ‘bad’ Sandy’s curled hair and red lips and nails, which would turn out to be one of the most copied looks of all time.

To commemorate this iconic film’s 40th anniversary, nail juggernaut OPI launches 12 colorful limited edition polishes as well as three exciting new special effect nail lacquers that are sure to leave nail enthusiasts ‘Hopelessly Devoted’ to OPI. “OPI once again makes its mark on pop culture with this latest partnership with Paramount Pictures for the re-release of Grease,” declares OPI Co-Founder and Brand Ambassador Suzi Weiss-Fischmann.

“My job is to excite the consumer, and this collaboration with such a beloved movie will undoubtedly do just that. The characters offered so much inspiration for the colors, from the Pink Ladies’ jackets and Sandy’s cheerleading outfit to Danny’s leather coat and Frenchie’s magenta ‘do. If you’re a fan of the movie (and who isn’t?!), there’s a colour for you.”

Three special effect nail lacquers leave a leather-like finish reminiscent of the T-Birds’ leather jackets, available in white (Rydell Forever), black (Grease is the Word) and pink (Electryfyin’ Pink).

Grease Collection by OPI will be available in Infinite Shine and GelColor formulas on 20TH May 2018. GelColor is an in-salon professional service only. OPI is available in over 100 countries and retails a full line of professional items including OPI GelColor (available in more than 140 shades that match their iconic OPI lacquer counterparts).

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