Rhonda Allison's Blog

The Great Pumpkin

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0500

With fall just around the corner, help clients shed dehydrated, dull summer skin, and replenish and rebuild in preparation for the winter season. Pumpkin, which boasts a potent supply of antioxidants, vitamins, and naturally occurring enzymes and alpha-hydroxy acids, is the perfect ingredient for getting radiant, glowing autumn-weather skin. Plus, there are so many wonderful fall marketing ideas you can tie in to get clients excited about pumpkin.

Skin-Perfecting Serum Gets a Powerful Boost

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Organic Stem Cells

Through Meristem Cell Culture biotechnology cell cultures are extracted from the stem cells of Buddleja Davidii (also known as the “Butterfly Bush”). These stem cells are essential to plant growth and the rebuild of damaged tissues.

Quick “Perk-Me-Ups” For the Back-to-School Hustle

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0500

The lazy days of summer are coming to an end. We’re trading in our relaxing vacation days for days filled with schedules, shuttling kids to and from school, and catching up on daily chores.

Though day long spa ventures may not be as feasible as they were during the summer, there are a few ways to find moments of bliss and perk up the skin even in the midst of back to school frenzy. Be sure to give your clients tips and tools for keeping their skin energized and glowing in between treatments.

Are You Responding to the Boom in Male Personal Care?

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Don’t miss out on this emerging trend. It’s here to stay and will only continue to grow. If you aren’t ready to meet the demand, you could be neglecting a very powerful segment and potential new clients.

Peeling Away the Mysteries of Skin Peels

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Beautiful skin doesn’t have to be expensive and going under the knife is not the only way to capture that youthful appearance. As a matter of fact, skin peels provide your clients an effective and less-expensive alternative.

Superficial Skin Peels, when properly administered, are one of the most powerful non-surgical skin improvements available. They remove cellular buildup, stimulate cell renewal and regeneration, and reduce wrinkles, fine lines, large pores and oiliness. If that’s not enough, peel treatments also help clear blemishes, treat hyperpigmentation, and improve overall texture and tone.

The Journey to Brighter Skin

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Bright, glowing skin, it’s a look we all strive for. Unfortunately, most of us battle some level of hyperpigmentation brought on by many factors ranging from medications to sun exposure to hormonal changes and acne or trauma.

Understanding hyperpigmentation

Hyperpigmentation can occur in any skin type – oily, dry, dark and light. Simply put, it is excessive stimulation of melanin in the skin that results in uneven, darkened skintone. Excessive melanin production can occur from systemic (within the body) and extrinsic (outside) causes.

Can Cleansing Make or Break a Skin Care Regimen? OH YES!

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Cleansing may seem like a rather rudimentary step in skin care, but it is in fact the most important. Proper cleansing sets the tone for any skin care regimen. Skimping on this process can cause build-up in the pores, which means even the most powerful serums, gels and moisturizers will be rendered ineffective.

Most people under-cleanse and over-moisturize, piling ingredients on the skin. It’s important to go over proper cleansing procedures with your clients so they continue to see results from professional treatments and home care systems.

The Power of Benzoyl Peroxide for Acne

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Acne is one of the most common skin challenges in the U.S., and it’s not just limited to teenagers. In fact it impacts all ages, races and genders. Nearly 60 million Americans have active acne and 20 million are at risk of developing scar tissue as a result. What’s your defense?

One effective defense is benzoyl peroxide (BPO), a chemical in the organic peroxide family that has been used in acne treatment formulas for more than 80 years. It works as a bleaching and peeling agent and is antimicrobial, increasing cell turnover, reducing the bacterial count, clearing up existing acne and preventing future breakouts.

Dangers of Some Sunscreens Why Natural Zinc is Your Ideal Choice

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0500

Is your sunscreen exposing your skin to greater danger? A study on mainstream sunscreen formulas released in May showed most are destroying the skin.

The study evaluated hundreds of the most popular sunscreens on the market today and found nearly half of the products may actually increase the rate at which malignant cells develop! The reason? These formulas contained Vitamin A and Vitamin A derivatives.

Ingredient Spotlight: Butterflies Tap a Powerful Age-Reversal Ingredient

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0500

You may have seen this beautiful plant artfully flanking lush gardens. Its flowers are usually in varying hues of purple, pink and white, and butterflies are frequently seen hovering around it. What is this mystery plant?

Buddleja Davidii– also appropriately dubbed “Butterfly Bush” because of its attractiveness to butterflies. Beyond its beauty, it has proven itself as an effective skin care ingredient for its highly protective and repair properties, as well as its powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity.