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Estheticians News — Year in Review
As 2020 comes to a close, the National Coalition of Estheticians Association offers heartfelt wishes to our readers, members, partners and all industry professionals for a safe and happy holiday season. As we continue to reflect on the past year for the industry, here is the last set in our look back series of most accessed articles from 2020. Our regular publication will resume Tuesday, Jan. 12.
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What are the four most toxic ingredients for your skin?
Fashion Journal
From July 14:
With skin-first beauty being popularised and people dropping over $600 on one moisturiser, it's worth taking a beat to actually consider what you're putting onto your skin.We chatted to clean beauty aficionado and the Natural Beauty Expert for Burt's Bees Australia, Belinda Hughes about the basic dos and don'ts of skin care. "To absolutely simplify things, the most toxic ingredients in beauty products are phthalates, parabens, petrolatum and sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS)," says Hughes.So, let’s break them down.
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Why 'Toxic Beauty' is making everyone rethink their beauty stash
NewBeauty
From Feb. 18: There is a scene in the new documentary "Toxic Beauty" where the camera closes in on different parts of the human body with captions that explain the toxins that have been found inside some personal care products and the effects they can have on our bodies. Messages like, "Skin Cream: mercury, coal tar, endocrine disruptors — tremors, insomnia, cognitive dysfunction." As shot after shot shows a growing number of daily use items like toothpaste, nail products, soap, and shampoo, you can't help but take a mental inventory of your own stash.
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Turmeric: An anti-cancer superfood?
By Amanda Ghosh
From Sept. 15:
Turmeric is an Indian spice. Usually, we find it in curries and curry powder. Research, dating back to at least the 1980s, has noted the powerful effects of turmeric. But why is turmeric good for you, and how much do you need to consume to get its benefits? Read on to find out.
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Stop apologizing for your appearance
Thrive Global
From March 10: As an Esthetician, I see women in their purest form, without makeup, unshaven, and sometimes naked.
It can be distressing to be seen by another person when you're not at "your best", and it can leave you feeling vulnerable, and often times, ashamed. It's unfortunate that women feel the need to automatically apologize for their appearance.
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The ultimate guide to minimizing 'maskne' this summer
NewBeauty
From Aug. 4:
While a lot of the days may seem the same as we stay at home and socially distance in the COVID-19 era, one thing has changed: It's summer now, and a big part of the country isn't having the same weather they were when the CDC first issued its recommendations for wearing a face covering. Unfortunately for the face on our skin, that means irritations and "maskne" have an even better host environment in which to rear their ugly heads.
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Ear seeds are the newest wellness trend: What to know
Connect FM / WCED-FM
From Jan. 17: interest in wellness surging, ear seeding is the latest trend popping up all over social media. The practice, which has been around for years, is seeing a resurgence now in the era of Instagram. It is a form of auriculotherapy, or ear acupressure, where a seed is used to help stimulate pressure points in the ear. Like acupuncture and reflexology, the seeds purportedly stimulate relaxation, helping with anxiety and spiritual healing. But is the hype actually real?
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Is dermaplaning at home safe? Here's what you need to know
Elle
From June 9: News flash: Shaving is no longer relegated to your underarms, bikini line, and legs—people are shaving their faces now. It's called dermaplaning, and the procedure is usually performed in-office by a dermatologist or esthetician using a fancy tool called a scalpel. But as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, life has been put on pause, and there's no telling how soon we'll be able to get a facial.
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'Maskne'? Dermatologists, spas treating acne caused by wearing masks
Taunton Gazette
From Nov. 10: While wearing a facial mask can help stop the spread of the coronavirus, it can also lead to acne breakouts.
It's called maskne.
It happens when someone wears a mask for long periods of time, and it traps in sweat and moisture. This can then lead to blocked pores and acne breakouts.
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5 ways the beauty space is staying exactly the same
By Elizabeth Donat
From July 28:
In a time of so much variability and unrest, it's crucial to look at the things that are staying the same. As spa and beauty industry professionals, we are adapting to many changes in our industry: spa shutdowns, changes to the retail environment, new sanitation regulations, supply shortages and corporate closures. However, in light of this, let's talk about the resilience of the beauty industry and the constants that will anchor our industry.
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Celebrity go-to spa just launched your new favorite body treatment
E! Online
From Oct. 13: Lisa Rinna, Stassie Karanikolaou, Emma Roberts, Noah Cyrus — the list goes on for Le Jolie Medi Spa's celeb fan base. You can't deny it being the best one-stop shop for beauty treatments, facials and dermatologist-approved products!
Now, Le Jolie, known as L.A.'s most Instagrammable Spa, has launched their first ever skin-tightening treatment, and all our favorite celebrities are raving about it.
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