Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP)

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As the largest association devoted to skin care professionals, ASCP provides components vital to your success: liability insurance coverage, news and trends, continuing education and webinars.
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  • Seborrheic Dermatitis

    My husband recently went to the Derm and found out that the scales on his face were, in fact, Seborrheic Dermatitis. He prescribed a cream and shampoo but I was hoping to get some recommendations for treatment options that I can perform on him to help keep it at bay. Any suggestions ?

    By Jacquelyn Rapacz

    Feb 9, 2016

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  • Esthetician Ergonomics

    HiI am currently having sciatica issues at work. I wax approx 7 hours a day sitting in a chair (above clients head client lays down- includes facial waxing only)  Please let me know what methods you use and specifically a good chair.My next question; My current employer is changing our system to a…

    By Megan

    Feb 26, 2016

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  • Waxing

    I need help with waxing. I have never gotten down the Bikinni wax and the Brazilian can be tricky for me. Any advice on how to learn these skills?

    By Tatum Mann

    Jun 11, 2015

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  • Micro needling pens.

    I am interested in some quick feedback regarding micro needling pens.  In particular, MD Pen versus RejuvaPen.  I've done quite a bit of research already and am nearing a decision, but thought it would be good to get some feedback from the group.

    By Deborah Ellis

    May 15, 2015

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  • steamer/mag lamp combo

    Can anyone suggest a supplier for one please? Searching online is very overwhelming. I figure many of you own one and can state whether you are happy with the quality or notthanksRobin

    By Robin Lemon

    May 17, 2014

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  • Compensation for Retail

    We are opening a 2000sf spa in a hotel. We will be providing skin care, massage, spray tanning and makeup services. We are looking to find out what the industry averages are for commission on retail products?

    By Marie Regan

    Jun 17, 2014

    1

  • Advice from SPA CONSULTANTS needed

    I have been given the opportunity to do consultation work to develop a medi-spa practice. They have a few things in place (equipment, products, decor, software). I will be developing the business aspect of it (marketing, social media, training, hiring, flow of work, developing clientele, etc). I am…

    By Monica Grajales

    May 31, 2014

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  • CA Brow & Lash Tinting Laws for Esthetician

    I'm SO confused regarding the CA law for Estheticians performing Brow & Lash tinting! If it's illegal for an Esthetician to perform any Brow or lash tinting in CA, than why are approx. 80% of licensed Estheticians doing this service? ..and not just independent estheticians, but very reputable…

    By Cindy Moran

    Sep 8, 2013

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  • Equipment ( stool and or chairs)

    What is your favorite chair for comfort and work? Where did you purchase? I am looking for one with a back- tilt and height adjustable- for facial treatments (on wheels )and some waxing mainly.I ordered one online that I had to send back- would like to not spend more than $250 ( under) with a…

    By Natalie

    Jul 20, 2013

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  • Question for CA Estheticians

    Can CA Esthetician perform semi-permanent mascara and semi-permanent eyeliner? I know we can do eyebrows tinting.

    By Vi

    Aug 7, 2013

    2