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50 is the new 30
Skin Inc.
In our youth-obsessed culture, a woman's next birthday is not always a cause for celebration. Instead of candles and presents, that turn of the clock can conjure up images of wrinkles, jowls, under eye bags and sagging. But ladies don't need to be anxious about hitting that half-century mark anymore.
The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery conducted a survey of approximately 500 women between the ages of 45 to 60 to find out what they think about the changing face of 50. The general consensus is that 50 is more like the new 30.
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9 antioxidants that can help prevent premature skin aging
The Huffington Post
As we get older, it's normal for our skin to gradually lose its elasticity and thin out. This is part of the skin's natural aging process. However, there are a variety of factors that can cause the skin to start aging at an accelerated rate. A big part of this "premature skin aging" is a result of free radical activity in the body. Antioxidants naturally are occurring substances that may provide protection against the effects of damaging free radicals on the cells in your body, including your skin.
If yoga's so good for you, why don't more men practice it?
Yakima Herald-Republic
At a yoga studio in Washington, D.C., practitioners breathed, bent, twisted and stretched their way to a happier state. They left more relaxed, more energized, with better posture and a renewed outlook. But there was one curious thing: Of the 24 people in the room, only four were men.
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FDA investigating cosmetic problems
WEAR-TV
It's the job of the Food and Drug Administration to investigate problems with cosmetics, whether it's contamination, mislabeling or dangerous ingredients. But a lot of bad products make it into the U.S. and into consumer's hands, before the FDA is alerted. Women spend millions every year on cosmetics from anti-aging serums to moisturizers and makeup. Some of it is quite pricey.
The fiber-rich fruit that makes skin glow
NewBeauty
With its distinct flavor, the powerful taste of grapefruit is not for everyone. But with its high nutritional content and refreshing scent, more and more people are touting the ingredient as a skin care secret. But what is it about the fruit that benefits the skin?
Rich in antioxidants and vitamins, grapefruit extract applied topically can provide an array of anti-aging benefits like evening skin tone and fighting off free radicals. When eaten, it provides the body with important nutrients essential for healthy skin.
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— Sandra Bubb, Weston, Fla.
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IRS to take a closer look at small business filings
Fox Business
Small business partnerships may want to spend extra time dotting I's and crossing T's this year when filing taxes. Speaking at the American Institute of CPAs, IRS Small Business/Self-Employed division head Faris Fink said the agency will be shifting its auditing focus from corporations to small-business partnerships, which have grown significantly in number over the last six years. From 2007 to 2011, the increase was more than 15 percent, according to the IRS.
How managing your time is a waste of time
Entrepreneur
Everyone seems to be obsessed with self-improvement, personal productivity and time management these days. This might seem counterintuitive, but the pursuit of those crazes can actually be self-defeating. In other words, they may actually do you more harm than good.
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Social media marketing: How to hang on to every fan, follower
American Express OPEN Forum
Successful social media marketing isn't just measured by the size of a company's fan base. Even more important than how many fans and followers your company can gain, is how many it can actually keep.
Using Twitter to reach new customers
By Mayur Kisani
Most businesses think of Twitter as a promotional tool, a way to announce new products or to divert traffic to a website/blog. But it can also be used to reach new customers, and thus generate sales leads. The most important first step is to know what you want your tweets to accomplish. If you know your objective and your target audience, Twitter can be as effective for a small company as a large one.
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8 tips for delivering difficult employee feedback
By Liz Murphy
Being in a leadership position can be rewarding, but it does require a lot of time and dedication to your people. In fact, one of the biggest responsibilities of a leader is identifying and correcting performance issues. Because an employee's performance can be a sensitive matter, here are eight tips to help you deliver difficult feedback in a way that produces positive results.
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COA-Approved Webinar Series presented by the Society of Dermatology Skin Care Specialists
The SDSS is a voluntary organization, which aims to develop and foster the highest standards of skin care in the dermatology setting. Each webinar is approximately one-hour and accredited by the Commission on Accreditation (COA) for 1.0 CE.
Meeting Expectations Of Your Practice As Well As Your Patients Presented by Pamela Matheny, MBA/HCM, CMPE, MoPM, CPC
About the webinar: How does the skincare specialist balance the competing needs of patients, employer and other staff, in today’s busy medical practice in challenging economic times? Sometimes, meeting the needs of everyone involved can be frustrating and may affect patient satisfaction. This presentation will provide information about keeping balance in competing needs and protecting your value. 1.0 CE through Feb. 7.
At the conclusion of this presentation the skin care specialist will be able to:
- Understand the need to balance competing needs.
- Develop and encourage engagement of all staff.
- Define leadership responsibility for role modeling desirable behaviors.
- Identify how social exchange theory influences provider/patient/employee/leader interactions.
Order this webinar:
(Important! Once purchased, the webinar link will only be valid for 24 hours.)
SDSS member fee: $19.95 click here
Nonmember fee: $24.95 click here
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Learn more about becoming a member
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Find your state regulatory board
NCEA
Bookmark your State Regulatory Board's website in your browser and check it monthly for:
- Board meeting dates and try to attend.
- Meet your State Regulatory Board members.
- Board minutes — if you didn't attend meeting.
- Review any press releases — if available.
- Bi-annually: Download and review Rules & Regulations.
- *Check for revisions, dates: Download and review statutes.
Click "read more" for a listing of state regulatory boards.
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