Why the Popularity of Lemon Bottle Fat Dissolving Injections Continues to be Concerning
Lemon Bottle has been garnering huge virality with over 81 million views on TikTok as a trendy non-surgical solution for reducing localized fat deposits. However, their popularity has also sparked significant debate regarding their efficacy and safety – with many injecting themselves with fraudulent products bought online, which have ingredients from cooking oil and have reportedly caused skin rotting. The potential of Lemon Bottle sounds incredible - so why has it gathered such a negative reputation?
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Can You Deny Services to a Male Client?
Whether trade beauty professionals can deny services to male clients is a complex one, rooted in a combination of legislative requirements and personal or religious beliefs. As this issue touches upon both legal frameworks and individual comfort levels, it is crucial to understand the relevant legislation and the valid reasons some beauty therapists may have for denying services to male clients.
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The Powerhouse Ingredient that is Glutathione
Glutathione, a tripeptide composed of three amino acids—cysteine, glycine, and glutamic acid—is a potent antioxidant widely revered for its therapeutic potential in various medical fields. In recent years, its use in skincare has garnered significant attention, owing to its impressive capabilities in promoting skin health and combating signs of ageing.
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How to Ensure Product Safety in Your Beauty Salon
Clients entrust salon professionals with their health and beauty, expecting the highest standards in every treatment they receive. For salon owners, this means navigating a complex landscape of safety regulations and product standards to ensure every item on their shelves is safe and effective. While the challenge is significant, the reward is a loyal clientele and a stellar reputation for quality and care. We’re breaking down how to stay compliant with safety regulations and ensure the safety of products you stock and use.
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The Hidden Cost of Booking Systems for Salons
Every salon owner understands the importance of maintaining a seamless booking process. However, the hidden costs associated with third-party booking systems can quietly erode your profits. Subscriptions, commissions and data that is hosted by a different company make growing challenging - so how can setting up your own website save you money and help you build a stronger online brand presence in order to enhance your salon’s growth?
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The Top SPFs of Summer 2024
Discover the ultimate guide to the top SPFs of Summer 2024! From innovative formulas to superior sun protection, explore the latest trends and must-have products to keep your skin safe and radiant all season long. Dive into our curated list and find your perfect sunscreen match for a sun-kissed summer ahead!
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Best High-Performing Skincare for Mature Skin
Mature skin, typically defined as skin that is 50 years or older, undergoes a variety of physiological changes requiring specific skincare considerations. With age, the production of collagen and elastin diminishes, leading to thinner skin, wrinkles, and sagging. The rate of cell turnover slows, causing a buildup of dead skin cells that result in a dull, uneven complexion. Sebum production decreases, making the skin drier and more susceptible to fine lines. Hormonal changes, especially in post-menopausal women, exacerbate skin dryness and thinning. Additionally, accumulated environmental damage from UV radiation and pollution leads to oxidative stress, further accelerating skin aging by damaging DNA, lipids, and proteins.
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Inside the Reopened Evian Spa at Hôtel Royal
Last month unveiled the newly renovated Evian Spa at Hôtel Royal, situated on the picturesque shores of Lake Geneva in Evian-les-Bains. The spa promises to redefine luxury wellness with its extensive and meticulously designed facilities.
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What's Underlashing and How Do You Do It?
Gaining popularity thanks to BeautyTok, Underlashing is one of the breakout beauty trends of the past 12 months. Underlashing is a lash technique whereby false lashes are applied under your natural lashes instead of the traditional method of applying them on top. Makeup artists and beauty TikTokers have adopted this application technique, as it changes the overall appearance of the lashes, and gives a natural lift to the eyes.
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Essential Skincare Tips for Pre-Teens and Teens
There has been a lot of recent press coverage around pre-teen skincare and brands targeting younger generations, particularly on various popular social media channels. These platforms are promoting skincare products to young girls and boys. As adults, we understand that social media influencers are paid to promote these brands, and for them, more sales equals more income. It's not necessarily about what's best for people's skin.
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What is the "Ozempic Face" and How to Combat It
Face Enhancement Expert Dr. Peter Lee, board-certified plastic surgeon in Los Angeles explains the effects of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist medication like Ozempic on the face and recommended treatments to combat volume loss in the face.
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Expert Techniques for Ensuring Client Ease in Intimate Waxing
Master client comfort in intimate waxing with expert techniques from Lisa Stone and Salon System products. Elevate your services with tips on creating a relaxing atmosphere, choosing the right products, and flawless waxing.
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The Power of Polynucleotides
Polynucleotides are fast becoming a cornerstone in the field of regenerative aesthetic medicine. Their unique ability to stimulate cellular regeneration offers a promising alternative to more traditional cosmetic interventions, making them the “it” treatment dropping in clinics such as Thérapie Clinic which has introduced the sought-after treatment into all 70 of their clinics nationwide last month - but what makes polynucleotides so powerful and how can you ensure their benefits in treatments?
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The App That Is Promising to Bring Authenticity Back to the Oversaturated Beauty Market
I think we can all agree—the beauty market is oversaturated with beauty products and superficial beauty claims, with even experts struggling to find their way. After one too many skincare letdowns and products that didn’t justify their cost, I often feel put off buying a new product, just to end up disappointed. But what if it were possible to have a map to the holy grail? Not just any holy grail, but one specifically tailored to your skincare needs.
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All the Hottest Met Gala 2024 Celebrity Nail Looks
Celebrities brought their all to the annual Metropolitan Museum Costume Institute Benefit, with this year’s dress code “the Garden of Time” complimenting the institute's new exhibition, “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.” But while the gowns took centre stage at the Met, the little details like nails - dazzled in front of the cameras. We’ve rounded up the top nail looks for the 2024 Met Gala.
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The Difference Between Micro Bob and Hydro Bob
With Micro & Hydro bobs are taking over our social media feeds, Celebrity Hair Stylist Katie Allan shares her knowledge on the difference between the two and why it's the style to know about this spring/summer.
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LED Light Therapy - Is There Truth Behind the Hype?
Many of us have read about the shift towards LED light in home skincare routines and clinic treatments, but have you ever wondered whether this technology actually works? I've done the research for you to make it easier.
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What Does the Ultimate Bespoke Facial Look Like?
Inside London's most illustrious department store, Harrods, lies a treatment that redefines the essence of luxury skincare — the EviDenS de Beauté Extreme Recharge 360-Degree Ceremony. This exclusive to Harrods facial is tailored to breathe new life into mature, tired, or dull-looking skin, enhancing its natural beauty and addressing signs of aging and encompasses all the elements of a luxury bespoke facial.
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Summer 2024 Nail Trends
Join us as we take you through this summer’s latest nail trends. From tomato nails to butter nails, classic to chrome frenchies, we've listened to the experts to ensure your manicure is nothing short of perfection.
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Is the Menopause Conversation Limited to Just The White Middle Class?
In recent years, menopause has climbed higher on the public and healthcare agenda, gaining momentum in dialogues across mainstream media. In fact, menopause has been having its moment for more than a moment now - but while awareness is growing, this does not go hand in hand with systematic change. This is mostly seen in lower socio-economic groups and ethnic minorities who have less accessibility to menopause information relevant to them, and while they’re not excluded from the menopause conversation - it doesn’t seem that the menopause conversation considers their challenges.
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