editor's note
ASCP Skin Deep supports, challenges, and
educates today's skin care professionals as they
help clients lead healthier, more confi dent lives.
Editorial
Mary Barthelme Abel, Editor
mabel@ascpskincare.com
Darren Buford, Director of Editorial,
Design & Digital Strategy
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Karrie Osborn, Senior Editor
kosborn@ascpskincare.com
Brandon Twyford, Assistant Editor
btwyford@ascpskincare.com
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Hannah Levy, Advertising Coordinator
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Amy Klein, Art Director
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James Sutherlin, Senior Graphic Designer
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Skin Care
Associated
Professionals
In June, I attended my
fi rst trade show for
skin professionals, the
International Esthetics,
Cosmetics & Spa
Conference (IECSC) in
Las Vegas. It was a bit
overwhelming for this
newbie, but it was also
exciting, fun, and, most
importantly, educational.
The biggest lesson I took away from this conference is the amount of
education and knowledge it takes to be a successful esthetician. The vast array
of products, tools, techniques, and machinery shed a whole new light on
how amazing all of you are at keeping up with this ever-evolving profession.
A big thank-you to all the experts I met who enthusiastically shared their
knowledge and patiently answered all my questions.
How do you keep up? How do you decide which products are the best for
your clients, which techniques you want to learn, and which trends you want
to invest in? Which trade shows are worthy of your attendance?
In this issue, we share some of our own knowledge. Get the no-holds-
barred scoop about working in the luxury market—specifi cally, in high-
end resorts and on cruise ships. We also offer advice on two trends that
may interest you: male clients and medical esthetics. Finally, if you've been
thinking of venturing out on your own, check out our feature that lists some
things to keep in mind when opening your own spa.
My goal as editor of this magazine—and as an ASCP team member—
is to help you gather the information you need to be the best skin care
professional you can be. Fueled by my adventure at IECSC, I'm even keener
to blend my editorial background with my growing knowledge of esthetics.
And I'm happy to have you with me on this journey!
Mary Barthelme Abel
Knowing Your Stuff
DEEP
Skin
Vol. #13, Issue #5 September/October 2015
Associated Skin Care Professionals
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