Massage Therapists Training Workshops

BIOTONE Announces 2009 Continuing Education Workshop Schedule

BIOTONE announces its schedule of 2009 Continuing Education Workshops, which provide massage therapists with hands-on training in Spa Body Treatments, Clinical Sports Massage Techniques and Posture and Pain Management to expand their service offering. Each two-day class is worth 16 National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) Continuing Education Contact Hours.

BIOTONE is offering the workshops at the Company Training Center at its San Diego headquarters and at tng worldwide headquarters in Farmington Hills, Mich. The schedule is as follows:

• June 27-28 Clinical Sports Massage Techniques at BIOTONE
• August 8-9 Posture and Pain Management at BIOTONE
• August 22-23 Spa Body Treatments at BIOTONE
• Sept. 28-29 Spa Body Treatments at tng worldwide
• Oct. 26-27 Clinical Sports Massage Techniques at tng worldwide

Course Instruction

Spa Body Treatments, taught by Kelli Lene, a spa and education consultant in the massage and spa industry, provides hands-on training on dry room body treatments. Students will learn how to incorporate these spa services into their practice to provide customizing treatments.

In the Clinical Sports Massage Techniques Workshop, Pete Pfannerstill, owner of UltraSports Massage Therapy, will provide the necessary training for massage therapists to add intense therapeutic and sports injury techniques to their service menu.

Under the guidance of instructor Angela Dubis, a certified Massage Therapist through the NCBTMB as well as a certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), participants in the two-part course on Posture and Pain Management will discuss posture, the mechanisms affecting posture, and compensations that occur as a result of muscle weakness/hypertonicity, emotional stress, injury and repetitive stress.

Pricing

Each BIOTONE Workshop costs $339.00. Online registration is available at http://www.biotone.com/?s=workshops&proc=schedule&dept=WKSH. Phone registration also is available at 1-800-445-6457.

About BIOTONE

BIOTONE, headquartered in San Diego, Calif., is the leading manufacturer of superior quality professional massage oils, cremes, lotions and gels as well as spa body, face and foot treatment products. Founded in 1980, BIOTONE is a family-run, woman-owned business. The company sells its products in the U.S. and Internationally. More information can be found at www.biotone.com or by calling 1-800-445-6457.

15th Anniversary Celebration for Jane Iredale Mineral Cosmetics

Iredale Mineral Cosmetics, Ltd. is proud to announce the 15th Anniversary of jane iredale – THE SKIN CARE MAKEUP(R). The company formed in 1994 by current president Jane Iredale and was the first mineral line to emerge in the market. The line began with five loose mineral powders and one employee – Jane herself. The company proudly reports today over 350 SKU’s, over 120 employees and distribution in 40 countries.

In commemoration of the 15th Anniversary, the brand will launch a special kit called “Sweet 15″ with 15 PurePressed Eye Shadows, three PurePressed Blush and three Just Kissed lip plumpers. “Sweet 15″ will launch to domestic wholesale accounts and international distributors later this year.

Working in the entertainment world with film and theater makeup artists, Jane saw first hand the harmful effects of traditional makeup to the skin of actors and actresses, whose appearance was essential for success. She was determined to create a makeup line that would improve the skin. Dermatologists and plastic surgeons were the first to appreciate the benefits of products that were an extension of skincare. In 1996, Iredale expanded her customer base to estheticians and professional makeup artists.

“It’s been 15 years of fun, learning and making a difference,” says Jane Iredale, founder and president of Iredale Mineral Cosmetics, Ltd. “It couldn’t have been more exciting or rewarding. And I intend to keep the momentum going for the next 15 years. The greatest reward has been the sense of satisfaction I get when customers tell me what a difference our products have made to their lives.”

For additional information regarding jane iredale, visit www.janeiredale.com.

About jane iredale – THE SKIN CARE MAKEUP(R)

jane iredale – THE SKIN CARE MAKEUP(R) is a comprehensive line of mineral cosmetics that provides products with the utmost integrity and the ability to enhance the lives of women though its effectiveness, simplicity and beauty. Founder and president, Jane Iredale has worked with world-renowned plastic surgeons and dermatologists in the development of her line because she believes makeup should be as good for the skin as it is aesthetically pleasing. The extensive product line is carried in fine spas, cosmetic apothecaries,  and retail locations worldwide. for a jane iredale location

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Safe Pedicures – Ionization jet therapy

The Company will debut a full line up of American-built pedicure spas at the upcoming America’s Beauty Show & America’s Expo for Skin Care & Spa Show, March 28th-30th at McCormick Place, Chicago, Illinois.

TOLEDO, Ohio,  ”With today’s stringent health regulations and concern among many Americans of receiving harmful bacterial infections through public contact, Clean Spa Technologies USA is proud to raise the bar against cross contamination through the adoption of the GeniJet Plus(TM) hydrotherapy system with built-in Ionizer as the new ‘clean’ standard for its entire pedicure spa line up,” said David Moore, company spokesperson. “We recognize too that in today’s current economic environment, Spa Owners want to purchase the Spa that gives them and their clients the most important features for the best return on investment,” Moore said. “That is why Clean Spa’s are priced right, yet contain all of the valuable features that a luxury pedicure spa should provide,” he added.

The company is the very first pedicure manufacturer in the world to adopt Ionization jet therapy as a standard. Ionization eliminates 650 forms of bacteria, viruses, and protozoa, reducing the chance of infection due to physical or airborne contact with these harmful protagonists. Ionization also eliminates the need for costly and potentially harmful chemicals added during the spa session, saving the spa owner money, and eliminating the irritating and unpleasant odor of chlorine during the client spa session.

Clean Spa Technologies USA is an American manufacturer of high quality pedicure spas located in Toledo, Ohio 43609. More information regarding Clean Spa Technologies USA is available on the company website: www.clean-spa.com

Genieye Systems Inc. is an innovative manufacturing company specializing in the fields of Water Purification, Pipe-Less Jet Motor Technology, Magnetic Pulsation and Energy Conservation. They are the originators of the GeniJet(TM)Plus technology. More information regarding Genieye Technologies is available on the company website: http://www.genieye.com/

The Gold Standard for Skin Care

Gold Not Only Valuable, It’s a Healthy Skin Care Ingredient

Gold is a precious metal, but some people don’t realize how precious it really is. 24k gold is a key ingredient in some of the best wrinkle creams and anti-aging formulas on the market.

New York – While watching CNBC or other major news networks, one may hear about the price of Gold. It’s common to hear that it has kept a rather high value during this economic recession. However, gold has a new value: it’s becoming a more commonly used ingredient in anti-aging formulas.

Gold has been used as a skin care ingredient in facials for quite some time. According to several websites on the Internet, “Historians have long maintained that Cleopatra used pure gold as a tool to maintain youthful skin by reportedly sleeping in a gold mask every night. In ancient Rome, gold salves were used for the treatment of a variety of skin problems. In ancient Chinese medicine gold was a key to youth, as the queen of the Ch’ing dynasty used a gold massage roller on her face every day.” Gold is used in facial treatments in several states, with rates for one hour treatments going for around $200.

Historians have long maintained that Cleopatra used pure gold as a tool to maintain youthful skin by reportedly sleeping in a gold mask every night. In ancient Rome, gold salves were used for the treatment of a variety of skin problems. In ancient Chinese medicine gold was a key to youth, as the queen of the Ch’ing dynasty used a gold massage roller on her face every day.
We’re very excited to be representatives of the Oro Gold Cosmetic’s product line
Customer re-orders are quite high due to the quality of the product and the luxurious packaging. Everything is presented perfectly, and people absolutely love the products
One company has taken that concept and infused 24k gold into its products. That innovative company is Oro Gold Cosmetics. Oro Gold Cosmetics products are commonly found in shopping mall kiosks across the United States. One distributing arm of the company has taken the products online and set up a discount website, Oro Gold Cosmetics Skin Care website is used by an authorized distributor of the product to allow clients to educate themselves about the advantages of gold when used as a skin care product, as well as offer a discounted retail site for people who may not have access to the products in their area. “We’re very excited to be representatives of the Oro Gold Cosmetic’s product line,” said Sandra Thompson, who helps distribute the products in New York. “Customer re-orders are quite high due to the quality of the product and the luxurious packaging. Everything is presented perfectly, and people absolutely love the products,” Thompson continued.

Among products offered in Oro Gold Cosmetics skin care line are: 24k gold deep peeling, 24k gold facial cleanser, anti-aging 24k lifting gel, anti-aging 24k eye serum, 24k gold non-surgical bionic treatment, 24k vitamin c booster facial serum, and a 24k daily moisturizer. To spread the word about gold, for a limited time, www.OroBeauty.com is offering sample packs of the daily moisturizer.

Gold is among the softest metals, and has been proven to reduce fine lines on the face. Gold not only penetrates the skin, but it promotes skin rejuvenation. While accelerating skin renewal, it also helps promote skin elasticity. Lastly, gold has been proven to contain anti-inflammatory properties.

People looking for a well-packaged, effective anti-aging cream, or wrinkle cream look no further than a product line that contains 24k gold.

Spas encouraged to Educate Clients Sun Safe

This event will introduce the Sun Safe Spa Program® which is designed to recognize Spas, Salons and physicians who educate their clientele in sun safety. Visit booth #503 for complete information.

The Sun Safe Spa Program® will provide funds for the Shade Across America UV Protection Program offered by the Skin Cancer Awareness Foundation. The Skin Cancer Awareness Foundation has partnered with USA SHADE and Fabric Structures to supply UV Protection Packages consisting of a 20’ x 30’ Sun Smart Shade Structure and UV Warning Signal to recreation areas where children play. USA SHADE and Fabric Structures is the largest manufacturer of shade structures in the US.

The incidence of skin cancer continues to rise in the United States. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, prevention works best when consistent, healthy habits are adopted early in life. Young women between the ages of 20-29 are the fastest group of newly diagnosed melanoma cancer patients. One blistering sunburn during childhood will nearly double the lifetime risk of melanoma.
“It is my desire to increase awareness to the risks of skin cancer and to encourage people to adopt healthy habits to prevent the incidences. Early detection means survival. Skin cancer is one of the most diagnosed in this country and around the world, but when recognized early, success of the treatment is also one of the highest. Prevention and early treatment is the answer,” says William Barth, President of the Skin Cancer Awareness Foundation.

“Along with education on the dangers of tanning in the sun, it is important to offer a healthy alternative for tanning,” states Barth. “We want to partner with the spa industry to offer this sun safe alternative to their clients,” he concludes.

“As a sun safe spa you are offering your clients the best method for looking “sun-kissed’ while protecting their skin from harmful UV rays. Not only will this help protect them from developing skin cancers, but it also will slow down the development of UV-induced age spots and wrinkles by providing clients with an attractive “UV alternative”, states Barth.

Solerra ® is one of the companies who partnered with the Skin Cancer Awareness Foundation. “Sunless Beauty is dedicated to doing everything possible to raise skin cancer awareness and help decrease this trend. Solerra Sunless Tanning Science is home of the sunless tanning mitt. We allow you to acquire a rich, unique-looking glow without the risks of conventional methods. We are proud of our association with the Skin Cancer Awareness Foundation,” says Sunless Beauty President Angie Trelstad.

“Communities need to work together to help educate and protect our kids. It is our responsibility to protect our kids from danger, and so it is my objective to have shade structures over every playground and sports park in America”, states Barth. “With the Sun Safe Spa® program, and the help of partners in the spa industry we will be able to cover our kids during the most important times of their lives, which is childhood,” he concludes.

For more information Contact:
William H. Barth, President / CEO
Skin Cancer Awareness Foundation
Phone: 877-478-6227
Skin Cancer Awareness Foundation
info@skincaf.org

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Educational Webinar – Top 10 Reasons Medical Spas Succeed

Aesthetic Trends & Technologies™ Launches Educational Webinars Series

Aesthetic Trends is now providing an additional educational venue for the aesthetic medical community. The ATnTechnologies™ Webinar Series is a new education resource offered by Aesthetic Trends in response to the results of multiple surveys where practitioners were asked how they will strategize to build their practice and ward off the pitfalls of the economic crunch.

We continue to see the need for these educational venues to support our industry as a whole. This is an effective way to give practitioners answers to the questions they have about maintaining a profitable business.

Miami, FL  Aesthetic Trends & Technologies™ has announced the launch of their new ATnTechnologies™ Webinar & Podcast Interview Series. The first webinar was broadcasted this week entitled Top 10 Reasons Medical Spas and Aesthetic Practices Succeed. There has been an increase in the growing number of aesthetic medical practices that continue to struggle to keep their doors open. Many are reaching out to find ways in which to revive their businesses.

“We are very pleased at the response we have received by the number of practitioners who have participated in our complimentary webinar series,” comments Chief Executive Officer Cindy L. Vandruff. “We continue to see the need for these educational venues to support our industry as a whole. This is an effective way to give practitioners answers to the questions they have about maintaining a profitable business.”

The ATnTechnologies™ Webinar Series are hosted by Ms. Vandruff. A number of Med Spa topics will be presented by Francis X. Acunzo, CEO of Acara, the business team for the spa industry offering turnkey solutions to owners, operators, physicians, and investors seeking to develop, manage, and market their Spa, Medical Spa, Wellness Center, Cosmetic, or Aesthetic Practice. Acunzo and his team of expert consultants have over 25 years of spa, med spa and retail healthcare experience. To learn more visit: www.acarapartners.com.

“One of the main reasons I want to promote this educational webinar program is that we have seen a thirst for knowledge by physicians, aesthetic medical practices, and medical spas alike that have used this effective tool in understanding what can be done to succeed no matter what state the economy is in,” added Vandruff.

Aesthetic Trends believes that a solid foundation for any practice is sound business operating processes and tools through education. For practice owners seeking to tap into Aesthetic Trends’ resources and knowledge base, visit their website which houses useful articles / topics. Be sure to attend one of their upcoming complimentary Medical Spa business Webinars.

About Aesthetic Trends & Technologies, Inc.
Aesthetic Trends is the leading physician journal for aesthetics and wellness. This unique magazine focuses on current findings, ongoing clinical trials, and addresses frequently asked questions related to aesthetic procedures and products. The latest advancements in aesthetic products and procedures are featured in every issue, keeping the industry in tune with the continual changes in the aesthetic industry, thereby allowing practitioners to apply the related topics to their individual practices and needs. Topics include: Anti-Aging & Wellness, Dermatology, Laser & Light Technology, Legal Case of the Month, Medical Spas, Plastic Surgery, & Practice Management. Email Cindy Vandruff: cindy.vandruff @ aesthetictrends.com, or contact her directly at 800.277.1391.

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New Heated Spa Lounge Chair Introduced Las Vegas Spa Resort

Las Vegas Spa Uses WarmlyYours Radiant Heat in New Spa Phenomenon

The Heated Spa Lounge Chair, a revolutionary application of WarmlyYours Low Voltage Radiant heating mat, is exciting crowds at the Encore Spa in Las Vegas.

Long Grove, IL February 25, 2009 — The Heated Spa Lounge Chair, a revolutionary application of WarmlyYours Low Voltage Radiant heating mat, is exciting crowds at the Encore Spa in Las Vegas.

Encore, the Wynn Hotel’s upscale spa in Las Vegas, is one of the first full service spas to offer this new spa phenomenon to their guests and you can be sure that it is generating a buzz. Ryan Crabbe, Director of Spa Operations at the Wynn hotel, has been quoted saying, “The Heated Spa Chairs are quite the hit with our guests.”

With WarmlyYours spa comfort products, including towel warmers, mirror defoggers and radiant floor heating, you can create a professional spa experience right in your home’s master bathroom. 

Since 1982, Bradford Products, creator of the Heated Spa Lounge Chair and a prominent manufacturer of high quality, custom designed stainless steel aquatic products, has worked with architects, aquatic designers, contractors, spa dealers and homeowners to develop and provide products that offer outstanding quality, function, beauty and value. Utilizing WarmlyYours heating mats to add radiant warmth to lounging chairs and benches is just one example of Bradford’s level of ingenuity and innovation.

Peter Miller, National Sales Manager, Bradford Products, told WarmlyYours, “The designer for the Encore Heated Loungers chose a variation of Bradford Products’ standard “Grace” Lounger. WarmlyYours Low Voltage Radiant heating mats applied beneath the stainless steel shell of the “Grace” Lounger provides the ultimate in relaxation before and after your spa experience. For further information regarding Bradford’s heated loungers or any of Bradford’s SpaExperience products, contact Mike Stimson mikes@bradfordproducts.com. Click for more information about WarmlyYours Low Voltage Radiant heating systems

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Massage Therapist Training Workshops

BIOTONE Announces 2009 Continuing Education Workshops

Workshops Provide Massage Therapists Training to Expand Service Offerings

SAN DIEGO–BIOTONE announces its 2009 Continuing Education Workshops to provide massage therapists with hands-on training in Spa Body Treatments, Clinical Sports Techniques and Posture and Pain Management to expand their service offering. Each two-day class is worth 16 National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) Continuing Education Contact Hours. BIOTONE is offering the workshops at the Company Training Center at its headquarters in San Diego and at the tng worldwide headquarters in Farmington Hills, Mich. The Courses Spa Body Treatments, taught by Kelli Lene, spa and education consultant in the massage and spa industry since 1994, provides hands-on training on dry room body treatments featured in many leading day spas and resorts. Over the two-day course, students will learn how to incorporate these spa services into their practice to provide customizing treatments for each client. Lene also will focus on how to market these new services to clients and prospects. In the Clinical Sports Massage Techniques Workshop, Pete Pfannerstill, owner of UltraSports Massage Therapy, will provide the necessary training for massage therapists to add intense therapeutic and sports injury techniques to their service menu. Sports Massage is also highly effective for chronic pain, muscle spasms, and general injury. Under the guidance of instructor Angela Dubis, a certified Massage Therapist through the NCBTMB as well as a certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), participants in the two-part course on Posture and Pain Management will discuss posture, the mechanisms affecting posture and compensations that occur as a result of muscle weakness/hypertonicity, emotional stress, injury and repetitive stress. Dubis also will discuss the role connective tissue plays in posture and typical postural compensations and symptoms associated with them. Upon course completion students will be able to design a treatment plan based on assessment findings. Pricing and Schedule Each BIOTONE Workshop costs $339.00. The complete schedule of Workshops and online registration are available.  Phone registration also is available by calling BIOTONE at 1-800-445-6457. About BIOTONE BIOTONE, headquartered in San Diego, Calif., is the leading manufacturer of superior quality professional massage oils, cremes, lotions and gels as well as spa body, face and foot treatment products. Founded in 1980, BIOTONE is a family-run, woman-owned business. The company sells its products in the U.S. and Internationally. More information can be found at www.biotone.com or by calling 1-800-445-6457.

 

 

Opening a MedSpa and the Recession

Medical Spa Industry Expert Presents Opening a Successful MedSpa and the Recession

Entrepreneurs, Hospitals, and Physicians all want to know how to open a successful MedSpa during the recession. Francis X. Acunzo, Medical Spa Business Expert will address this topic during his upcoming Acara Webinar on Tuesday February 24th.

Most people don’t’ know that Trader Joe’s, Hewlett-Packard, Microsoft, Disney and 16 of the 30 companies that make up the Dow Industrial Average were all started during a recession or depression.

Every week, I am asked, ’should I open a Medical Spa now, in the middle of this recession?’ My research shows that many successful businesses launched during recessions. In addition, there might be some advantages that I will discuss during this upcoming Webinar

 Branford, CT  – On Tuesday, February 24 at 1:00 p.m. EST, Acara is hosting the webinar, How to Open a Successful Medical Spa presented by Medical Spa industry expert, Francis X. Acunzo. As a special feature, to this Webinar, he will discuss the recession and its impact on launching a MedSpa or Aesthetic Cosmetic Practice.

“Most people don’t’ know that Trader Joe’s, Hewlett-Packard, Microsoft, Disney and 16 of the 30 companies that make up the Dow Industrial Average were all started during a recession or depression.” states Francis X. Acunzo, “Every week, I am asked, ’should I open a Medical Spa now, in the middle of this recession?’ My research shows that many successful businesses launched during recessions. In addition, there might be some advantages that I will discuss during this upcoming Webinar”

Mr. Acunzo will also touch on the “Four Cs”: concept, credibility, collateral and credit that you need to finance a project during a tight credit environment. In addition, he will review Acara’s development steps to opening and launching a successful MedSpa or Aesthetic Practice.

This Webinar is for anyone currently developing or contemplating opening a Medical Spa or Aesthetic Practice, now or in the near future. Registration is complimentary and Opening a Successful MedSpa webinar is being held Tuesday, February 24 at 10:00 a.m. PST and 1:00 p.m. EST. Register here.

For companies seeking to tap into Acara’s expertise and knowledge you can go to their blog which is a business resource for MedSpa owners and operators, visit their website to learn how they can support you in developing, managing or marketing your spa or aesthetic business or attend their weekly complimentary Medical Spa business webinars.

About Acara Partners:
Acara is the business team for the spa industry offering turnkey solutions to owners, operators, physicians and investors seeking to develop, manage and market their Spa, Medical Spa, Wellness Center, Cosmetic or Aesthetic Practice. Acara is led by industry leader Francis X. Acunzo and his tea

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