Will Pulse Technology Replace Botox?

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A new alternative treatment for degenerative skin disease is being touted as a possible alternative to Botox. An innovative non-invasive pulse technology has been developed by researchers at Tel Aviv University and the Harvard Medical School, designed to smooth fine lines and wrinkles. Microsecond-pulsed, high-voltage, non-thermal electric fields generate new skin tissue growth, without leaving… Read more »

Why the Hiring Manager-Recruiter Relationship is So Important

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Filling an open position at your company is no small matter. When you partner with a recruiter to help you get the job done right, you’re putting a great deal of responsibility in their hands. If you’re going to put your trust in someone to perform such a vital task, you need to have a… Read more »

Understanding China’s Regulations on Imported Cosmetics

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China’s Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ) is preparing to release detailed regulations for the cosmetic industry, to work towards standardizing international e-commerce processes. This is becoming increasingly important, as China is quickly evolving into the largest skin care market in Asia. In fact, the country is the world’s second largest cosmetics market,… Read more »

Past Pay Questions Now Illegal in Massachusetts

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To help close the pay gap between men and women, Massachusetts has enacted the first state law barring employers from asking about an applicant’s past wages before offering a job. Instead, employers are now required to state a compensation figure upfront which forces decision makers to hire based solely on what an applicant’s worth is… Read more »

Simple Ways to Find the Right Recruiter in Your Niche

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Often times, the best cosmetic jobs are very hard to find. Many companies use recruiters to fill their open positions, rather than taking the traditional route of posting them on job boards and the company website. Consequently, you probably won’t even hear about the opportunity if you don’t have a connection at the company and… Read more »

5 Ways to Make It in the Beauty Industry

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Have you always dreamed of having a career in cosmetics? This glamorous industry is extremely competitive, so you’ll need to make yourself stand out if you want to get ahead. Learn how to build a rewarding career in this highly coveted field. 5 Ways to Find Career Success in Cosmetics Use these five tips to… Read more »

How to Get Through Those Dreaded Year-End Reviews

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Prepare for Year-End Reviews

From the outside, many people assume every aspect of working in the cosmetics industry is glamorous, but even an exciting industry must deal with year-end reviews. It’s time to finish writing them — or finally get started — and schedule time to meet with each member of your cosmetics team individually. The beauty industry is… Read more »

Consumer Safety Series: Are All Personal Care Products Regulated as Cosmetics?

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It is often mistakenly assumed that all personal care products are regulated as cosmetics, but this isn’t the case. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classification of a personal care product largely depends on its composition and intended use. Item categorization includes: Cosmetics. Products categorized as cosmetics include moisturizer, perfume, lipstick, nail polish, makeup,… Read more »

Do Consumers Want Personal Care Products that are Endorsed by Celebrities?

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Celebrity sells — and personal care products are certainly no exception to the rule. People idolize their favorite stars and they want to purchase products that will help them feel a deeper kinship to their idols. When a popular celebrity endorses makeup, a fragrance or a personal care product, people tend to at least subconsciously… Read more »