PBS Magazine | Issue 3 by Professional Beauty Solutions

PROFESSIONAL BEAUTY SOLUTIONS

YOUR COMPLETE SOLUTION

EDITION 3, 2019

YOUR COMPLETE BEAUTY SOLUTION

Bringing you world-class professional brands that work in harmony to protect, perfect, nourish and repair any skin and anybody, Professional Beauty Solutions offers a 360° approach to treating your clients. Enjoy the convenience of having all your business needs met by a single supplier, while benefiting from the exceptional service, training, marketing support and business education we offer.

1. FE E D SKIN FROM WITHIN WITH BESTOW BE AUT Y Created by a beauty therapist for beauty therapists, Bestow Beauty is a range of inner beauty powders and oils designed to treat and heal the skin from within. Founded in New Zealand by Janine Tait — an internationally qualified beauty therapist and nutritionist with over 30 years’ experience — Bestow takes a holistic approach to skincare by focusing on dermo-nutrition, wellness and total body health.

2. ADVANC E D & ORGANIC COSMEC EUTIC AL SKINC ARE Today’s clients are demanding skincare products that deliver similar results to the more aggressive, invasive treatments on the market. Meanwhile, there’s also a growing trend towards treating skin conditions with clean, organic beauty products. PBS is proud to distribute brands that service both these markets — advanced cosmeceutical skincare brand, Image Skincare, and Australian-made, organic skincare range, Organic Nation. Whichever your clients’ preference, we’ve got you covered.

3. HIGH PE RFOR M ANC E PROFESSIONAL SKIN TRE ATME NTS From advanced medical-grade peels by Image Skincare, to luxurious organic facials from Organic Nation, PBS offers a wide range of treatments to suit the ethos of any salon, spa or clinic. With skincare solutions for even the most challenging skin conditions, we’re confident you’ll find a range that suits your business needs and delivers amazing results for your clients!

4. ADVANC E D AESTHETIC TEC HNOLOGIES Today’s competitive market means there’s no better time to invest in technologies that boost your clients’ results and your profits. PBS proudly partners with two leaders in this market — award-winning, UK manufacturers Dermalux and Lynton — so you can enjoy the revenue-generating benefits of world-class, results-driven LED and laser technology.

5. RESTORE MIND - BODY WE LLNESS With our busy lives taking a toll on our physical and mental wellbeing, professional beauty treatments have become a powerful relaxation tool that allow clients to escape the stresses of daily life. Thoughtfully designed to rebalance mind/body synergy, PBS brands Pure Fiji, ECOCOCO and Organic Nation offer indulgent massages, immersive body treatments, and nourishing facials that are the perfect antidote to the manic pace of modern life.

6. PROTEC T & PE RFEC T WITH C LE AN MINE R AL M AKEUP The final step of skincare is makeup, so don’t let your clients undo all your hard work by using chemical-laden, skin-congesting cosmetics! Formulated with natural skin-healing ingredients, Youngblood’s lightweight, triple-milled minerals provide flawless coverage without the risk of irritation or congestion.

7. GET E VE NT- RE ADY WITH SUNESC APE TANNING SOLUTIONS Get your clients event-ready with Sunescape — our award-winning, Australian-made, no-nasties professional tanning range. Providing a natural-looking, long-lasting tan that smells amazing, fades evenly and looks great on all skin tones, Sunescape products are formulated with natural ingredients and certified natural DHA, and are veganfriendly and cruelty free.

WHY PARTNER WITH PBS? OUR PHILOSOPHY At PBS, we’re committed to providing our salon partners with the best products, treatments and training — putting them in the best position to deliver the results their clients demand. Beyond that, we’re equally dedicated to offering our salon, spa and clinic owners the essential business support they need to build a profitable, reliable business that provides security for them and their families.

13 WORLD - CL ASS BR ANDS AND COUNTING We only take on brands that we know will exceed the needs of our salon partners. Of every brand we consider, we ask: Will it perform better than its competitors? Will it be a reliable and profitable revenue stream? Is it at the forefront of technological and cosmeceutical advancements? These questions and dozens more need to be answered before we decide whether a brand is a good fit for PBS and the 2,000plus salon, spa and clinic partners that trust our judgement.

COMPREHENSIVE ONLINE EDUCATION PORTAL Our online educational platform continues to grow, providing our salon, spa and clinic partners and their employees with 24/7 access to education and training materials. Specifically designed to bridge the gap between where your knowledge and skills are now, and where they need to be, our extensive online training portal is designed to help you grow your sales and increase profitability. Best of all, this invaluable online tool can be accessed anywhere, anytime.

PBS REWARDS PROGR AM AND TEAM INCENTIVE PROGR AM Incentive and rewards programs work, but only when the targets are achievable — which is what sets our programs apart. Our loyalty rewards can be accrued across all 13 of our brands, which makes team incentives easier to achieve. It’s pretty simple: The more you spend with PBS, the more you save!

UNPAR ALLELED MARKETING SUPPORT Imagine having access to thousands of dollars-worth of free marketing material for every brand you stock. Our exclusive Marketing On A Platter (MOAP) program offers just that! Our easy-to-use platform gives you access to everything you need to promote PBS brands in-store and online and our marketing materials are designed with one goal in mind — to drive clients through your door and convert visits into sales. ■ For more information on our brands, call 1800 625 387 or visit www.probeautysolutions.com.au

YO U R D E D I C AT E D

TEAM PU B LIS H E R

Professional Beauty Solutions CEO Matt Williams M A N AG I N G D I R E C TO R Lisa Williams C US TOM E R S E RV I C E Jacqui Catt Georgia Rogers Melissa Blume SA LE S SU PP O RT Jessica Giraldi Nicole Castle Fi Levings MARKETING & DESIGN Jessica Ruisan Alison Mattock Ionne Ocampo Mia Clifton O PE R AT I O N S & F I N A N C E

25 18 W E L L N ES S I S A W I N N E R With its popularity soaring, is it time to incorporate principles of wellness into your treatments?

0 6 T EC H N O LO GY T H AT T R A NS F O R MS Discover the non-surgical skincare treatments delivering instant results.

20 T H E C L E A N B E AU T Y E D I T Detox your beauty routine with these hard-working clean beauty faves.

12 M AS T E RI N G M AS K I N G W I T H IM AG E S K I N C A RE We love a good #FaceMaskMoment, and we’re not alone! 14 CO U L D A T RI P TO T H E SA LO N B E G O O D F O R YO U R H E A LT H? In this high-stress age in which we live, discover the healing power of touch. 16 A TA N N I N G R A N G E I N S P I RE D BY T H E T RO P I C S Give a faux glow that will have people asking, “Where have you been?” 4

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02 YO U R COMP L E T E B E AU T Y SO LU T I O N Have all your beauty business needs met by a single supplier.

10 P E E L E D TO P E RFEC T I O N Target clients’ skin concerns with Image Skincare’s professional peels.

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IN THIS ISSUE...

08 E X P LO RE T H E D E R M A LUX R A N G E Award-winning LED systems to suit every business model.

Renee Hulbert

21 B E AU T Y W I T H B E N E FI TS The final step of skincare is makeup, so why don’t we prescribe it the same way? 22 B E AU T I FU L S K I N B EG I N S I N THE GUT What you put on your skin is only half the story. 24 O U R D E D I C AT E D SA LO N P RO FES S I O N A L S We chat to four top salons about their must-have treatments and products, and ask, “Why PBS?”

WA R E H O US E & D IS PATC H James Stonham Patty Apoleski Nicole Harper Ellen Thompson Fiona Auglys Yang Yue Sharon Stanley Jones Georgia Macris-Roper BUS I N E SS D E V E LO PM E N T M A N AG E RS Denise Wilkie Lyng (NSW) Jessica Green (NSW) Julie Leverington (QLD) Cassie Elson (QLD) Lisa Baxter (VIC) Karoliina Oloko (VIC) Jamie-Lee Emmett (VIC) Katherine Hall (WA)

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MESSAGE FROM THE

DIRECTORS Dear Salons, Spas & Clinics, Mark Twain once said that there is no surer way to find out whether you like or hate someone than to travel with them. My travel partner is also my business partner and my life partner of 25 years, Lisa. And as it turns out, I like her a great deal. I know this for sure, because in the first quarter of 2019, Lisa and I literally visited every corner of the globe in search of new opportunities and solutions that PBS could offer our salon partners. Our travels took us from Florida to Fiji, then from London to Bologna, and not only did we uncover some very exciting new additions to the Professional Beauty Solutions brand stable, but we had a great time doing it! This issue of PBS Magazine showcases these new acquisitions, and we hope you’re as excited as we are by what you find in these pages. While many businesses may be stressing about the current retail climate, our optimism for the future of salons, spas and clinics like yours is at an all-time high. A recent report predicted that in Australia, the professional beauty channel is set to outperform the cosmetics industry within the next five years. The salons, spas and clinics that drive that growth will be the ones that think carefully about their clients’ needs, pay close attention to new technology, and take advantage of marketplace trends. Unsurprisingly, the fastest-growing sector of the beauty industry is natural and organic products, and our desire to provide you with a new cosmeceutical skincare brand formulated with Certified Organic ingredients was the logical next step. Enter: Organic Nation — an Australian-made, no-nasties, plant-powered cosmeceutical skincare range that combines the best of science and nature to create products that are good for the skin and the planet (flick to page 6 to find out what this amazing brand can do for your clients and your business!). Technology in aesthetic devices has also continued to progress and our drive to offer you more effective and profitable treatments (to keep your clients coming back for more), has culminated in our exciting new partnership with leading technology brand, Lynton. Designed and manufactured in the UK by the people that literally invented IPL technology, Lynton joins our other British brand, Dermalux, in delivering you the highest quality, integrity and reliability when it comes to laser and IPL devices. PBS is now the proud distributor of 13 world-class brands, covering everything from skincare, make-up and tanning, to spa ranges, edible beauty, LED and laser. But why have we chosen these particular brands over the hundreds of others we’ve been approached with over the years? The simple answer is: YOU. We’re driven every single day by the desire to see each of our salon, spa and clinic partners succeed beyond their wildest dreams, and before we take on a new brand, we always ask ourselves what type of products and brands you need to build a profitable business. Our mission, as always, is to help you build a successful business that works harder for you, than you do for it. Lisa and I are so inspired by the passion and energy we see you put into your businesses day after day, and we’re grateful to be a part of your journey. Somebody asked us the other day whether we’d still continue Professional Beauty Solutions if we won the lottery and became overnight billionaires. We looked at each other and straight away said a resounding YES! We love what we do, partnering with all of you to develop and grow amazing beauty brands in Australia. We’re excited to continue to offer you unparalleled support to ensure you’re getting everything you want from the businesses you’ve sacrificed so much to create. As always, thank you and we hope you enjoy reading this year’s edition of the PBS Magazine.

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Pictured: Matt & Lisa Williams and some of the team at the PBS Skin Summit event (June 2019).

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The Ultimate Skin Rejuvenation System. 3JUVE is an entirely customisable treatment that uses three market-leading skin rejuvenation technologies in one stand-alone platform, to fight the three most common signs of ageing.

For details, call 1800 625 387 or visit probeautysolutions.com.au

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TECHNOLOGY THAT TRANSFORMS N O N -S U R G I C A L S K I N C A R E T R E AT M E N T S T H AT D E L I V E R I N S TA N T R E S U LT S

or years, anti-ageing skincare products dominated the cosmetics marketplace, with consumers using a variety of products promising to “fight” the key signs of ageing. Despite the importance of a good skincare regime and the role it plays in improving the appearance and health of skin over time, consumer demand for instantaneous improvement to the skin’s appearance is at an all-time high.

British cosmetic laser manufacturer Lynton has recently launched the ultimate nonsurgical skin rejuvenation device — 3JUVE — which brings together the three most indemand skin rejuvenation technologies in one stand-alone unit. Designed to instantly treat the three most common skin and anti-ageing concerns using a variety of specific aesthetic technologies, the 3JUVE is entirely customisable — allowing you to treat every client with a tailored, ongoing skin rejuvenation regime based on the severity of their skin issues and their particular signs of ageing. “We asked consumers what their main ageing concerns were, and the overwhelming response was wrinkles, discolouration of the skin and a general loss of firmness resulting in sagging of the skin,” says Dr Samantha

Hills, clinical director at Lynton. “Our new 3JUVE system has been designed to tackle all three of these concerns, allowing a professional aesthetician to build a bespoke treatment regime for every client.” Professional Beauty Solutions’ CEO, Matt Williams, had this to say about taking on the Australian distribution of the brand: “Laser technology continues to progress, and our drive to offer our salon and clinic partners with more effective and profitable treatments has culminated in an exciting new partnership with leading laser technology brand, Lynton. Designed and manufactured in the UK to the highest standards, Lynton is a trusted laser provider who offer clients instant results with minimal downtime, and we’re so excited to offer this world-class, revenue-driving technology to our clients.” ■ For more information, or to become a Lynton stockist, call 1800 625 387 or visit www. probeautysolutions.com.au/lynton-lasers

Originating from the University of Manchester, The Lynton Group is a world-leading, British-based manufacturer and supplier of aesthetic, surgical and conservation lasers. Comprising a specialist team of UK-based physicists and aestheticians with over 25 years’ experience in manufacturing medical-grade laser equipment, The Lynton Group has a reputation for unrivalled quality, reliability and post-purchase support.

T H E T R E ATM E N T

W RI N K LE S | ‘RESU RFAC E’ FR AC T I O N A L E R:YAG L AS E R (2940 NM)

V E I N S & PI GM E N TAT I O N ‘RE B RI G H T’ I P L (585NM)

T I G H T E N I N G & LI F T I N G ‘REMO D E L’ R A D I O FREQ U E N C Y (RF)

The award-winning ResurFACE laser delivers ablative treatments that help improve the appearance and smoothness of the skin and offers similar results to more aggressive treatments (such as CO2 laser and injectables), but with significantly less downtime. ResurFACE can also be used to treat a broad range of commonly occurring conditions including acne scarring, stretch marks, and fine lines and wrinkles.

Ageing skin isn’t just about lines and wrinkles — there’s also the noticeable discolouration of the skin, caused by factors like sun damage (pigmentation/sun spots), vascular outbreaks and areas of redness (common around the nose/cheeks), diet, health and so on. Rebright IPL technology selectively heats and destroys the colour — carrying chromophore molecules in the skin, providing skin with a flawless, “airbrushed” appearance.

Utilising radio waves, the Remodel technology causes micro-vibrations within the skin tissue to stimulate fibroblast cells, which then produce new collagen and elastin; creating stronger, firmer dermal tissue that combats the effects of gravity on ageing skin. This subtle lifting and tightening of the skin can greatly improve firmness and reduce sagging — resulting in a younger-looking appearance. #PROBEAUTYSOLUTIONS

Leaders in LED Phototherapy 415NM | 633NM | 830NM Clinically proven, non-invasive light technology to transform the way you treat skin. Dermalux® is a trusted multi-award winning, industry-leading brand of LED phototherapy and resolves a wide range of skin concerns. Dermalux® systems use industry leading and clinically proven wavelengths for treating: Active acne Rosacea Psoriasis Atopic dermatitis Uneven skin tone Inflammatory skin conditions Wounds & scars Collagen production Fine lines & wrinkles Hydratation & radiance Signs of ageing The most profitable treatment in the industry, enquire today to find out how Dermalux can boost your profits by 400%!

DERMALUX® TECHNOLOGY From concept to finished product, we design, develop and manufacture the Dermalux systems in the United Kingdom for assured quality, safety and compliance with industry standards.

Proprietary ground breaking LED technology – not ‘off the shelf’.

Clinically proven wavelengths for peak chromophore absorption – 415nm, 633nm & 830nm.

High power single wavelength ceramic LEDs for precision delivery and power.

Tri-wave technology for combined and individual wavelength treatments.

LED cooling enables consistent and stable energy output over time.

Precise narrow band wavelength specifications +/-2nm.

Five-time winner of Best Treatment at the Aesthetics Awards

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E X P LO R E T H E

DERMALUX RANGE

AN AWARD WINNING PORTFOLIO OF LED SYSTEMS TO SUIT EVERY BUSINESS MODEL BeautyMedix Brighton | Photography: Sam Bisso

F LE X (N E W ) P O RTA B L E L E D Taking entry level to the next level, the Dermalux Flex is the most advanced portable LED system in the world. Featuring the Dermalux guarantee of quality and efficacy, the flexible LED canopy is secured in a base unit for application to the face and can be removed and positioned flat for treatment of the body. Our investment in R&D and design innovation ensures the Flex has more power and precision than any other portable LED device on the market. T RI -WAV E G LO BA L B ES T-S E L L E R T RI -WAV E M D (N E W ) P REC I S I O N . P OW E R . P E RF O R M A N C E

Our multi-award winning global best -seller, the Tri-Wave is a free-standing LED system that offers full treatment coverage for the face and body. Innovative Tri-Wave technology enables three clinically proven wavelengths to be delivered as single or multi wavelength treatment for powerful and lasting results. The lightweight, ergonomic design with wheels makes the Tri-Wave easy to move, while the eight LED panel treatment head has an automated height control operation for easy positioning.

A ground-breaking medical device powered by proprietary LED technology for the most advanced phototherapeutic and photodynamic treatments available. The Tri-Wave MD is the only LED system capable of delivering three concurrent wavelengths with precision and boasts customisable power output to promote maximum cell activation. Operated by a full colour capacitive touch screen, the system offers a range of new and advanced medical protocols including Photodynamic Therapy (PDT).

COM PAC T I D E A L F O R L I G H T LO U N G ES

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Ideal for clinics or salons where space is an issue, the Compact is a table top version of the Tri-Wave with a range of pre-set, results-driven protocols. Fully automated and with flexible positioning, the Compact can provide treatments over a bed or as an express service with a chair. Perfect for a light lounge concept too! ■ For more information, or to become a Dermalux stockist, call 1800 625 387 or visit www.probeautysolutions.com.au/dermalux

REAL RESULTS THAT CHANGE LIVES

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PEELED TO PERFECTION

Image Skincare’s comprehensive range of professional treatments offer targeted solutions for specific skin concerns and promote the look of healthy, glowing skin.

Image Skincare’s professional peels are the only peels on the market that can be custom formulated to treat each of your client’s specific skin concerns. Completely customisable, the range includes 11 different peels that can be mixed and matched to address the unique needs of your clients’ skin, with unlimited options to resurface, rejuvenate, brighten, tighten and moisturise. Unlike other peels that only use AHAs or BHAs to resurface skin, Image Skincare peels feed the skin by combining powerful exfoliating agents with an exclusive blend of over 10 different types of stem cells and 15 nourishing antioxidants, as well as a potent fusion of anti-ageing peptides, brightening agents and soothing organic aloe vera — to reveal a healthy, glowing complexion. From the most advanced peels and cosmeceutical retail products, to luxurious facials and body treatments suited to even the most high-end spa, Image Skincare has a professional treatment solution for every skin concern and is easily integrated into every business model.

CHEMICAL PEELS

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OX YGENATING PEELS Oxygen offers numerous benefits for a healthy, radiant complexion. It helps bring clarity to troubled skin, purifies clogged pores, supports skin elasticity and brightens dullness. The oxygenating O2 Lift® peel delivers an instant, visible boost to invigorate the skin.

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Enzymatic peels use fruit-based exfoliants to dissolve dead skin with minimal irritation. Perfect for all skin types, especially dry or sensitive skin, these peels refine skin texture and deliver visible results in just one treatment.

To learn more about Image Skincare professional treatments, call 1800 625 387 or visit www.probeautysolutions.com.au/imageskincare 10

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SPA FACIALS Our luxurious facials and body treatments are perfect for even the most exclusive spa — combining powerful results-driven ingredients with relaxing techniques. The exclusive facial treatments work at a cellular level to diminish fine lines and dark spots, fade sun damage, increase hydration and stimulate cellular turnover, while the rejuvenating body treatments work to firm, buff and purify the skin. ■

Healthy Glow Skin Care

ENZ YME PEELS

Nova Skin

Our signature chemical peels help reverse visible signs of damage by improving dullness and reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, age spots, clogged pores and blemishes. They also support skin elasticity for firmer-looking skin over time.

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WHAT IS IT? The Image Skincare Skin Studio is a new treatment concept that whips clients’ skin into shape! This unique and interactive experience helps increase client retention, by offering a program that’s easy for clients to embrace — with results they will love.

WHY ADD THE SKIN STUDIO EXPERIENCE? S K I N S T U D I O PROV I D E S YO U W IT H A CO N SU LTAT I O N F R A M E WO R K T H AT W I LL A SS IS T YO U W IT H : • Increasing your revenue • Selling more treatments • Selling more retail • Competing with online retailers • Increasing client retention • Creating BUZZ in your clinic

A TR AINING PROGR AM FO R YO U R C LI E N T S’ S K I N F IT N E SS T E S T / The Skin Studio experience starts with an assessment, or skin fitness test, where clients share their concerns and skin type. As a Skin Studio Coach, you will select a diet and treatment (workout) program that will help your clients reach their skincare goals. D I E T / Since a balanced diet is key to any successful fitness program, you will prescribe an easy-to-follow home skincare regime featuring all of the essential nutrients and ingredients your clients need to treat their most pressing skin concerns and enhance their results between sessions. WO R KO U T / The ultimate exercise program, sweat not included. Our in-clinic workout sessions are specially designed for major impact to get your clients skin into shape. Warm up slowly with gentle enzymatic peels, workout the skin with power exfoliating and skin-boosting energy complexes, then kick things up a notch for skin bootcamp with our advanced Forte peel treatments.

A TOOLBOX WITH EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

YOU’RE MORE THAN A SKIN THER APIST — YOU’RE A COACH HELPING CLIENTS REACH THEIR SKIN GOALS.

To learn more about the Image Skincare Skin Studio, call 1800 625 387 or visit www. probeautysolutions.com.au/imageskincare

A completely customisable program offering transformative results! ■ #PROBEAUTYSOLUTIONS

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A H A /B H A E N Z YM AT I C M A S Q U ES

V ITA L C H Y D R AT I N G E NZ YM E M A SQU E With natural enzyme exfoliants like pineapple and papaya fruit extracts, this hydrating mask gently exfoliates dull, dry skin, while antioxidants and vitamins A, C and E nourish and hydrate — leaving you with healthy, radiant, younger-looking skin. AG E LE SS TOTA L R E SU R FAC I N G M A SQU E A micro-exfoliating masque with alpha hydroxy acids that slough away debris and dead skin cells, this miracle-working masque helps lighten and brighten sun spots and age spots — leaving skin feeling rejuvenated and ultra-smooth. With a multi-action blend of glycolic and salicylic acids to resurface the skin, when left on for five to ten minutes this masque works as an at-home mini peel.

MASTERING MASKING WITH IMAGE SKINCARE

C LE A R C E LL M E D I C AT E D AC N E M A SQU E

We love a good #FaceMaskMoment and we’re not alone! If thousands of Instagram mask-faced selfies are any indication, this skincare trend’s popularity is soaring, and according to a recent research report, the sheet mask market is expected to reach over USD $336 million by 2024.* Image Skincare masks offer serious skin benefits, thanks to targeted delivery systems and concentrated ingredients, so what are you waiting for? Find your perfect mask match today! * Source: Transparency Market Research

A powerful blend of salicyclic and glycolic acids, this mask immediately draws out impurities and excess oil, while an antioxidant-rich blend of nutrients soothes blemishes, and green tea and manuka hydrate acne-prone skin.

OVERNIGHT MASQUES AG E LE SS TOTA L OV E R N I G H T R E T I N O L M A SQU E The ultimate beauty sleep sidekick, this mask’s multi-action technology continuously releases encapsulated retinol and hydrating marine collagen microspheres to improve the appearance of wrinkles. A revolution in retinol therapy for intensive nighttime skin revitalisation, wake up to visibly firm, hydrated skin.

V ITA L C H Y D R AT I N G OV E R N I G H T M A SQU E Wake up with intensely hydrated skin, thanks to a triple mineral complex that boosts radiance, and a gel texture that drenches skin with hydration and vitamins while you sleep. A natural retinoid alternative, blue-green algae extract diminishes the appearance of fine lines, while hematite and malakite minerals soothe stressed-out skin. 12

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SHEET MASKS I M A S K H Y D RO G E L S H E E T M A S KS (A N T I -AG I N G A N D H Y D R AT I N G) Containing a potent blend of botanicals, peptides, hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to rejuvenate and smooth skin, this 3D mask uses hydrogel technology for efficient delivery of ingredients – maximising the anti-ageing benefits and allowing skinnourishing volcanic waters to impart a healthy, dewy glow. Perfect for upgrading treatments or for using post-needling or epi-blading.

D E TOX I F Y I N G M A S KS STEM CELL MASQUES T H E M A X S T E M C E LL M A SQU E With a high concentration of potent state-of-the-art ingredients, this luxurious mask visibly rejuvenates, regenerates and revitalises dull, ageing skin, thanks to plant-derived stem cells, powerful peptides and natural botanicals that restore skin’s radiance.

I M A S K F I R M I N G T R A N S FO R M AT I O N M A S K A revitalising and firming mask that hydrates and balances the skin, bentonite clay removes impurities, pepper berry fights visible signs of stress and fatigue, hyaluronic acid hydrates, and jojoba beads gently exfoliate — leaving skin smooth and firm. In clinical tests, after just one application, 97% of users reported skin that felt firmer, 90% agreed their skin appeared revitalised and 90% reported skin that looked tight and toned.

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I M A S K PU RI F Y I N G PRO B I OT I C M A S K O R M E D I C BA L A N C I N G G E L M A SQU E An ultra-gentle, organic gel mask developed to soothe and hydrate unbalanced skin, organic aloe vera, calendula and cucumber immediately hydrate and calm the skin, while copper and liquorice protect, repair and brighten.

Resist dehydration and imbalance with this fortifying yoghurt-based probiotic mask that supports the skin’s naturally occurring flora and boosts the complexion. Green clay and activated charcoal absorb impurities while vitamins, minerals and super fruit antioxidants deliver hydration, clarity and balance. In clinical tests, after just one application, 93% of users agreed that their skin felt detoxified, 93% said their skin felt balanced and 80% reported skin that looked less oily.

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■ To enquire about becoming an Image Skincare stockist, or for more information, call 1800 625 387 or visit www.probeautysolutions.com.au/imageskincare #PROBEAUTYSOLUTIONS

YOUR SPA

Yasawa Island Resort & Spa, Fiji

C O U L D A T R I P TO T H E S A LO N O R S PA B E

GOOD FOR YOUR HEALTH?

Australians are more stressed than ever, giving rise to an increase in stress-related illnesses. But what if human touch is the antidote?

t should come as no surprise that in this busy, technology-driven age we live in, stress is on the rise. Four out of every 10 Australians believe stress is having a ‘moderate’ to ‘very strong’ impact on their physical and mental health, and these responses are consistent with recent research that shows stress has a toxic effect on the body. Stress can affect all aspects of our life, including our emotions, behaviors and cognitive ability, and if left unchecked can exacerbate existing health conditions like diabetes, asthma and migraines, and cause new ones such as high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, and depression and anxiety. Relaxation is the only true antidote to stress, and we know that a visit to the spa or salon is a great way for clients to take some time out and get their stress and anxiety levels under control. But it’s important to remember that while products are crucial to delivering fast,

PURE FI JI PROFESSIONAL TREATMENTS ARE PERFECT FOR THE TIME-POOR, STRESSED OUT CLIENT

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visible results for skin concerns, human presence and touch is the key to providing your clients with the relaxation and stressrelief they crave. “Going to a spa is a way of getting taken care of that is psychologically and culturally acceptable, and we can carry that feeling of being cared for with us for a period of time, and very often that can help us cope with stress,” says New York University professor of psychiatry Dr. Virginia Sadock. Physical contact is necessary for our wellbeing, and gentle, nurturing touching has a beneficial affect on our physiology because it causes our bodies to release oxytocin — a ‘feel good’ hormone that helps counteract stress hormones. Physical touch also increases circulation, which in turn helps the blood deliver oxygen and nutrients to the cells. Treatments like facials, massages and body wraps deserve to be seen as more than just moments of ‘time out’, because they’re actually imparting health-improving benefits to clients by lowering blood pressure, decreasing muscle tension and pain, and cultivating an overall sense of wellbeing. And while a lot of the de-stress magic can be put down to touch, it’s also important to make sure you’re undertaking these treatments in a calming environment and with the right products. Pure Fiji is a professional bath, face and body care range perfect for creating that feeling of tropical escapism in your spa or salon.

Combining the best of ancient Fijian traditions with advanced technology, Pure Fiji’s Signature Rituals are luxurious professional treatments designed to nourish, hydrate and strengthen the skin, while offering clients a moment of much-needed, deep relaxation. Amazing for the skin and incredible for relaxation and wellbeing, Pure Fiji’s unique treatments and retail products let you provide your clients with the self-care they so often fail to give themselves and allow you to be an integral part of their wellness journey. Pure Fiji products are designed to reflect the vibrant Fijian culture and lifestyle, and will leave your clients feeling refreshed, relaxed and pampered — so what are you waiting for? Help your clients de-stress and improve their overall health and wellbeing by bringing a slice of Pure Fiji paradise into your spa or salon today. ■ For more information, or to become a Pure Fiji stockist, call 1800 625 387 or visit www. probeautysolutions.com.au/pure-fiji

OUR SALON PICKS

Nourishing Exotic Oil ‘Coconut’

Hydrating Body Lotion ‘Coconut Lime Blossom’

Body Butter ‘Starfruit’

Coconut Sugar Rub ‘Mango’

Bring tropical Fijian luxury to your spa Take your clients’ skin on the ultimate luxurious escape with our indulgent range of nourishing body oils, fresh sugar scrubs, creamy coconut lotions, and soothing balms and butters. With a heavenly range of Signature body treatments and a comprehensive range of body, face and hair products, Pure Fiji combines a natural blend of exotic nut oils with botanical infusions to nourish and hydrate, while tropical fragrances take you on the ultimate sensory journey.

Designed for ultimate skin nutrition, our award-winning signature oil blend forms the basis of all Pure Fiji products and comprises 4 nourishing nut oils: COCONUT | MACADAMIA |

DILO | SIKECI

Cold-pressed at their source to preserve the molecular structure, our nut oils are exceptionally high in essential fatty acids omega-3 and omega-6, and contain vitamins A, C, B and E for smooth, healthy skin — meaning a massage becomes a skin treatment!

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YOUR TANNING

AU S T R A L I A N TA N N I N G R A N G E

INSPIRED BY THE TROPICS As much as we love a good spray tan, nobody really wants to admit they got it at a salon! Rather, we want people to think we’re naturally glowing or that we’ve just returned from a vacation somewhere fabulous.

elf-confessed serial spray tanners, PBS founders Matt and Lisa Williams had never found a tanning formula that met their admittedly high standards — so they created their own.

and Lisa to produce a tanning range that ticked all the boxes. “We knew we were onto something when Tan Temple’s clients started to say, ‘Whatever you sprayed me in last time, I want that again!’” Lisa explains. “Then one day, Matt was trialling the final formula and a friend at the gym asked if he’d just come back from holidays!”

“We were fortunate enough to be close friends with the owners of Tan Temple, one of Australia’s busiest tanning salons in Sydney’s Bondi Beach, and we worked together for nearly two years to create Sunescape — developing and testing our formulas on real customers,” says Matt.

And so, the names of Sunescape’s varying shades were born — Weekend in Bondi (light), Week in Fiji (medium), Month in Maui (dark) and Summer in Santorini (ultra dark).

“We knew that if we were going to launch a new tanning brand to market, it had to be superior to anything else out there. The tan had to look natural, fade evenly without drying the skin, and smell good. We set ourselves the task of creating formulas that were rich with skinnourishing ingredients and would give you a natural-looking tan that you’d swear was the result of a holiday in a tropical paradise.”

Since then, Sunescape has become the go-to tanning formula for celebrities, influencers, models, brides and of course, everyday men and women who want to get that natural glow. With professional spray tan formulas and a gorgeous take-home retail range, if you haven’t tried Sunescape yet, best pack your bags and choose your destination! ■

Tweaked and tested weekly at Tan Temple, therapist and client feedback was crucial to the formulation process and allowed Matt

For more information, or to become an Sunescape stockist, call 1800 625 387 or visit www.probeautysolutions.com.au/sunescape

SUNESCAPE’S FORMULA FOR SUCCESS Sunescape products are formulated to provide a natural looking tan that not only smells amazing, but is also good for your skin. All of our formulas contain added vitamins, antioxidants and oils to nourish and hydrate, while anti-ageing and firming ingredients leave skin smooth and replenished.

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YOUR WELLNESS

WELLNESS IS A WINNER

With the wellness movement showing no signs of slowing down, it’s time your salon or spa began catering to this booming market — and there’s no better choice than Australian beauty and lifestyle brand ECOCOCO.

hile it may seem like the ‘wellness’ trend is everywhere these days, the philosophy of wellness has actually been around for thousands of years. Now a $4.2 trillion market that’s growing twice as fast as the global economy (and represents 5.3% of all global economic output!), the wellness practices we’re familiar with today are ancient in origin — from Ayurvedic activities like yoga and meditation, to traditional Chinese medicine, like acupuncture, massage and herbal medicine. The concept of wellness (defined by the World Health Organisation as “a state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing — not merely the absence of disease”) may have been around for millennia, but in modern times the worldwide chronic disease and obesity crisis has brought it into the mainstream. It’s no

coincidence that the wellness movement has soared in popularity at this particular time in human history — when we’re busier and more stressed than ever. In 2014, more than a third of global employers had invested in wellness programs for employees, and more and more consumers are turning to natural therapies and products as a way to de-stress and simplify their lives. The concept of wellness is transforming every industry, from food and travel, to medicine and fashion, and as a salon or spa owner, you’re part of the important spa and personal care industry that makes up the ever-growing ‘wellness economy’. Now’s a great time to incorporate the principles of wellness into your service and product offering, with products that provide real results, as well as wellness benefits.

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Australian beauty and lifestyle brand ECOCOCO offers a luxurious alternative to mainstream clinical treatments with its wellness-focused professional product and service range. Launched in response to a growing consumer demand for clean, ecoconscious beauty and hair care products, ECOCOCO is passionate about natural beauty and seeks to encourage people to take a holistic approach to their daily beauty regime. The range of professional treatments and retail products are chemical and toxin free, vegan and cruelty free, and harness the power of nature to nourish skin and hair. We sat down with ECOCOCO Brand Manager Jessica King to chat about the brand’s influences, the wellness movement, and what sets ECOCOCO apart. CAN YOU TELL US HOW AND WHY ECOCOCO WAS LAUNCHED? WHAT MARKET WERE YOU HOPING TO REACH AND WHAT DID YOU SET OUT TO ACHIEVE WITH THE BRAND? ECOCOCO is the brainchild of our incredible founder, Stefan Ackerie. Prior to launching ECOCOCO, Stefan owned and ran the largest privately-owned hairdressing company in the Southern Hemisphere. ECOCOCO was developed from his deep understanding and knowledge of the hair and beauty sector. After identifying an industry demand for environmentally friendly beauty and hair care products, Stefan launched ECOCOCO in 2014 — a range of vegan and crueltyfree hair, skin and tanning products formulated with organic coconut oil and all-natural botanical ingredients. These days, the modern consumer wants to know what they’re putting onto and into their bodies and there’s a shift towards clean beauty products that are Australian-made, vegan, cruelty free, and free from nasties like sulphates and parabens. ECOCOCO provides the savvy consumer with a range that meets all these needs, while also incorporating the life- changing principles of wellness. At the end of the day, we strive to deliver innovative products that empower men and women to look and feel their best in a healthy, natural way.

WHAT INSPIRED ECOCOCO’S PROFESSIONAL TREATMENTS AND WELLNESS PROTOCOLS, AND WHAT PHILOSOPHIES AND CULTURES HAVE FORMED THEM? Our professional wellness treatments and protocols were originally inspired by our salon and spa stockists who wanted to offer their clients more than skin and body benefits. They were realising that in this busy modern age, people are looking for relaxing treatments that offer mental and spiritual wellbeing, as well as physical results. As a result, we began designing treatments that incorporated calming and healing rituals inspired by ancient Chinese, Indian and Thai practises that would treat the outer body, the lymphatic system, and the clients’ state of mind. Our professional treatments focus on the notion of wellness and tend to both inner and outer wellbeing, while our range of retail products means clients can continue the daily self-care rituals at home.

THE WELLNESS MOVEMENT HAS SOARED IN POPUL ARIT Y BECAUSE WE’RE BUSIER AND MORE STRESSED OUT THAN EVER.

WHAT SETS ECOCOCO APART FROM OTHER FACE / BODY / HAIR CARE RANGES ON THE MARKET? Our hero ingredients and essential oils definitely set us apart from other brands that are out there, because they enable us to

provide products that achieve real results, naturally. 100% certified organic coconut oil forms the basis of all ECOCOCO products, and we supplement this amazing ingredient with high- performance, natural ingredients like Kakadu plum, charcoal, rosehip oil, goji berry and acai berry, and beneficial, allnatural essential oils that can calm and relax (or invigorate and uplift!) the mind and body. Our wellness rituals and the use of energy-healing crystals in our professional treatments also help set us apart from other brands. WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO INTRODUCE CRYSTALS TO THE RANGE, AND WHAT DO YOU HOPE THEY BRING TO THE ECOCOCO TREATMENT EXPERIENCE? Crystals have really made a comeback these past few years, along with the rise of wellness philosophies and holistic health, so we knew they were definitely something we wanted to incorporate into our treatments. According to ancient philosophies, crystals carry powerful energies that positively interact with your body’s energy field, or chakra, and holding them or placing them on your body is thought to promote physical, emotional and spiritual healing. Whether or not you believe in the healing powers of crystals, their use brings an additional tactile experience to the treatments (we suggest warming or cooling them to achieve different sensations for your clients) and clients really seem to love them. HOW DO YOU SEE THE WELLNESS MOVEMENT AFFECTING THE PROFESSIONAL BEAUTY INDUSTRY? The wellness movement has allowed the professional beauty industry to introduce ‘experiences’ into their services, rather than simply offering skin ‘treatments.’ In doing so, it’s highlighted the importance of the mind/body connection, and how achieving this balance can be so beneficial to our overall wellbeing. This more holistic approach to professional beauty services means clients are getting even more out of a visit to the salon or spa, leading to increased customer satisfaction and loyalty. And that can only be a good thing! ■ For more information, or to become an ECOCOCO stockist, call 1800 625 387 or visit www.probeautysolutions.com.au/ecococo

CRYSTAL GUIDE ECOCOCO incorporates a range of crystals into its treatments — read on to discover their uses and benefits. ROSE QUARTZ FACIAL CRYSTAL Perhaps the crystal most synonymous with the current wellness movement, rose quartz is the ultimate beauty crystal, believed to reduce impurities and stress in the skin. ECOCOCO’s rose quartz face crystal is designed for use in a soothing facial massage aimed at increasing microcirculation to plump and smooth the skin and encourage cell rejuvenation. ROSE QUARTZ & AMAZONITE PALM STONES Designed to fit in the palm of your hand, palm stones are versatile pieces that can be incorporated into treatments in a number of ways. Whether held by clients during treatment or placed on various parts of the face or body during facials and massages, ECOCOCO’s palm stones can be a comforting, grounding tool for your clients. JADE EYE MUSHROOM A highly calming stone, jade is great for use on irritated and inflamed skin and is thought to improve skin elasticity. ECOCOCO’s jade eye mushroom crystals are designed to be used below the orbital bone in gentle gliding movements that encourage lymphatic drainage, and reduce puffiness and the appearance of fine lines. JADE EYE MASK The coolness and weight of this mask helps reduce pore size, decreases puffiness and relax fine lines, and ECOCOCO recommend keeping it in the fridge for ultimate results. BLUE CALCITE BODY MASSAGER This large, smooth crystal feels beautiful in your hand and is thought to clear negative energy, promote physical healing and encourage rest and relaxation — making it the perfect ECOCOCO piece for use in massages.

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YOUR CLEAN BEAUTY O RGA N I C N AT I O N B L AC K RI C E SC RU B

LÜ K B E AU T I FO O D LI P N O U RIS H LI PS T I C K A range of 100% natural, toxin-free lipsticks formulated with food-active ingredients, Lük Beautifood Lip Nourish lipsticks feed lips with plant-derived nutrients, antioxidants and anti-inflammatories — providing lasting hydration and protection for beautiful, natural lips. Free from synthetic dyes, preservatives and fragrances, Lük’s Lip Nourish lipsticks are flavoured with cold pressed essential oils and come in 12 delicious, flattering shades.

Designed to resurface and smooth all skin types, Organic Nation’s Black Rice Scrub is formulated with 84.9% certified organic ingredients, and harnesses the powers of phytonutrient-rich ginseng and calming, cleansing gingko to tone, brighten and detoxify the skin. A fantastic pick-me-up, thanks to its incredible aroma of exotic essential oils, this scrub skips the environmentally unfriendly microbeads — instead using crushed black rice to buff away build up and debris from the skin’s surface.

YO U N G B LO O D N AT U R A L LO OS E M I N E R A L FO U N DAT I O N Formulated with 100% pure minerals and natural ingredients that let the skin breathe, Youngblood’s topselling Loose Mineral foundation is a foundation, concealer, powder and sunscreen — all-in-one! Free from skin-irritating nasties like parabens, chemical dyes, artificial fragrances, alcohol, and petrochemicals, the weightless, breathable mineral blend effortlessly builds from sheer to full coverage — perfectly concealing imperfections to give you healthy, glowing skin.

the CLEAN BEAUTY EDIT Detox your clients’ beauty routines with these hard-working, clean beauty faves that are non-toxic and kind to your skin.

B E S TOW O RGA N I C H E R BA L T E A A therapeutic alternative to coffee and black tea, Bestow Organic Herbal Teas provide delicious, hydrating nutrition to support healthy, luminous, youthful skin. One hundred percent organic and available in five complexion-boosting blends, the benefits of these teas don’t stop at the skin — when you purchase these fair trade teas you’re directly supporting the local community in Sri Lanka where the tea leaves are harvested. WOT N OT N AT U R A L FAC I A L W I PE S Good for your skin and the earth, Wotnot Natural Face Wipes are 100% biodegradable, natural fibre wipes, infused with naturally-sourced vitamin E and certified organic botanical extracts to gently remove make up and impurities — leaving skin cleansed and calm. Free from alcohol, artificial fragrances, parabens and petrochemicals, Wotnot Natural Facial Wipes are luxuriously soft and suitable for even the most sensitive skin .

E CO CO CO S T R E SS F R E E O I L Formulated with organic coconut oil and a unique blend of geranium, lime and orange peel oils, ECOCOCO’s Stress Free Body Oil intensely moisturises skin from head to toe — encouraging collagen production, increasing blood flow and imparting relaxing aromatherapy benefits. 100 percent naturally derived, as well as vegan and cruelty-free, this body oil relieves tension and stress — transporting you to a spa-like state of tranquillity.

YOUR MAKEUP

the FINAL STEP in SKINCARE It’s estimated that up to 75% of women wear makeup every day, but unless therapists are steering their clients towards the right makeup, they run the risk of undoing all their hard work. The final, yet often forgotten step of skincare is makeup, so why aren’t we prescribing it the same way?

herapists put their heart and soul into treating their clients’ skin, and there’s nothing better than achieving confidenceboosting, life-changing results. But if your clients are going home and using makeup that contains harmful chemicals, preservatives and fillers, they’re likely to undo all your hard work!

Adding Youngblood to your salon not only provides an excellent new revenue stream, it is the crucial and final step for healthy, glowing skin. Stressing the importance of makeup as the last step of skincare will allow you to provide your clients with end-to-end care that will keep them coming back time and again.

Founded by medical aesthetician Pauline Youngblood, Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics was developed, with the help of chemists, dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons, to be gentle enough for use on patients recovering from harsh medical procedures like laser, microdermabrasion, chemical peels, surgeries and even cancer treatments. Formulated with natural ingredients derived from the earth’s minerals, Youngblood mineral makeup is non-irritating, nondrying and non-comedogenic — and is designed to heal and soothe the skin, while effectively covering blemishes, discolouration and pigmentation, and providing a flawless, lightweight finish.

With so much hard work being put into delivering the finest treatments and getting the best results for your clients, isn’t it time you chose a makeup brand that doubles as skincare and supports your in-salon treatments? ■

Youngblood’s Loose Natural Mineral Foundation is formulated with natural ingredients that allow the skin to breathe and function normally, and acts as a foundation, concealer, powder and sunscreen all-in-one. While traditional makeup tends to include long lists of skin-irritating binders, fillers (such as talc), chemical dyes, artificial fragrances, chemical preservatives (like parabens), alcohol, lead and mineral oil, Youngblood can be best summed up by the ingredients it leaves out. Free from all the aforementioned nasties, Youngblood instead uses natural ingredients like titanium dioxide, iron oxides and mica to produce foundations that are gentle on skin and better for your overall health and wellbeing. The end result is a luminous, refined finish on every skin type — whether sensitive, allergy-prone, acne-prone, mature or post-procedure.

For more information, or to become a Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics stockist, call 1800 625 387 or visit www.probeautysolutions.com.au/ youngblood-mineral-cosmetics

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BECAUSE W H AT YOU PUT on YOUR SK IN IS ONLY half THE STORY

ENHANCE YOUR CLIENTS’ SKINCARE RESULTS WITH THE POWER OF DERMO-NUTRITION

Thanks to their powerful blends of essential nutrients, probiotics and essential fatty acids, Bestow Beauty super-food oils and powders moisturise, nourish and purify the skin from within. Designed by a beauty therapist, for beauty therapists, Bestow Beauty encourages the elimination of toxins and boosts collagen and elastin production — resulting in healthy, glowing skin that’s truly transformed, from the inside out.

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YOUR INTERNAL BEAUTY

BE AUTIFUL SKIN

BEGINS IN THE GUT With a new wave of scientific gut research highlighting the direct connection between gut health and skin health, we now know that we can’t truly heal inflammatory skin conditions like acne, rosacea and eczema, or revitalise dull, lacklustre skin without first rebalancing the gut.

ur gut is home to a complex ecosystem of bacteria and fungus called the microbiome, and poor diet, ill health and genetics can deplete our colonies of beneficial microbes - leading to a disordered gut. Inflammatory skin conditions such as rosacea and eczema are now widely thought to be the result of an inflamed gut, (thanks to a microbiome imbalance), which is why it’s just as important to treat the skin from within, as as it is to treat it topically. Because what we put on our skin is only half the story, Bestow Gut Love+ is a specially formulated world-class synbiotic powder, with probiotics, prebiotics and digestive enzymes that address skin issues at their root by restoring gut health.

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W H AT A R E T H E S K I N B E N E F IT S?

Did you know? Bacteria is only half the story when it comes to rebalancing the gut. Fungus is equally as important, but is overlooked in most probiotics. Developed by Dr. Ghannoum — a globally recognised expert in gut health — BIOHM® optimises digestive health by combining good bacteria, good fungi and enzymes to break down digestive plaque; allowing its 30 billion live active cultures to maintain, support, and promote the balance of the digestive system’s total microbiome.

Bestow Gut Love+ renews your skin from within by rebalancing your gut and promoting the efficient elimination of skinirritating toxins from the body. In conjunction with a skin-friendly, gutsupporting diet you may notice the following skin benefits:

B E S TOW GU T LOV E + Creating the inner environment for clear, glowing skin, Gut Love+ contains the exclusive BIOHM® probiotic that combines prebiotics and good fungi - promoting the elimination of toxins from the body and seeking to rebalance the gut’s all-important microbiome. Enzymatic action helps break down digestive plaque built up on the gut wall, superfoods support bowel health and promote the elimination of skin-irritating toxins and hormones from the body, while liquorice, slippery elm, organic sulphur and L-glutamine repair the gut wall.

INFL AMMATORY SKIN CONDITIONS SUCH AS ROSACEA AND ECZEMA ARE NOW WIDELY THOUGHT TO BE THE RESULT OF AN INFL AMED GUT

• Dull or congested skin becomes clearer and brighter. • Inflamed or sensitised skin becomes calmer and stronger. • Deep, cystic acne (which indicates a hormonal imbalance) begins to clear over time, as waste hormones and toxins are efficiently eliminated from the body. Beautiful skin begins in the gut, and mixed into milk, yoghurt or a smoothie, Gut Love+ is an easy way to improve skin health from the inside out. If you have clients with stubborn skin conditions that aren’t responding to topical treatments, it might be time to take a more holistic approach by introducing Bestow Gut Love+ into their daily skincare regime. ■ For more information, or to become a Bestow Beauty stockist, call 1800 625 387 or visit www. probeautysolutions.com.au/bestow-beauty #PROBEAUTYSOLUTIONS

YOUR SUCCESS

W E LOV E O U R D E D I C AT E D

SKINCARE PROFESSIONALS All over the country, our salon partners are pursuing their passion for beauty and business success. Here, we chat with four of our top salons to discover their must-have treatments and products and find out why they love partnering with PBS. Zwar Beauty

TH E BE AUT Y SPOT | SWAN HILL , VIC

Z WAR BE AUT Y | PORT LINCOLN , SA

Winner of the PBS Salon of the Year award for the second year running, The Beauty Spot is an elegant and tranquil salon, offering a huge range of high-end treatments that see clients experience life-changing results. From Image Skincare, Dermalux LED, and Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics, to Bestow Beauty, Pure Fiji and Sunescape Tan, owner-manager Christine Ewart swears by PBS brands because she knows they deliver results.

Cutting down her salon menu by more than half, to focus on her core treatments — skincare and facials — was a huge risk for Zwar Beauty’s Tenille Dodd. But it’s a leap of faith that paid off for the dedicated and passionate salon owner, seeing her home salon become the success it is today!

TO P -S E LLI N G T R E ATM E N T S? Image Skincare facials and peels and Dermalux LED are our top treatments, because they provide amazing results and are easily supported by great home care products. We recently treated a teenage girl with severe acne, who’d tried every product and prescription medication under the sun without success. After just three Dermalux treatments we started to see incredible results — less redness, fewer pustules and a much calmer complexion. We then incorporated Image Skincare peels and home care products, and her skin completely transformed. As did her confidence! D O YO U US E T H E F R E E M A R K E T I N G P ROV I D E D BY P B S? Yes, always! The free marketing material PBS provides takes the stress out of running a business. It’s one less thing I need to worry about, and I don’t have to plan promotions ahead of time because it’s done for me! The graphics look beautiful on our social media pages, and we also use their posters in the windows of the salon. W H Y D O YO U LI K E D E A LI N G W I T H P B S A S A D IS T R I BU TO R? PBS is an exceptional company in all aspects! Ordering is always an easy process, and it’s now even easier thanks to their online ordering form. Staff training is crucial to my salon’s success, and PBS offers several training options throughout the year for The Beauty Spot each of their brands, which is fantastic. We also receive amazing salon support from PBS — from the ordering team through to our Business Development Manager, everyone is always easy to contact and more than happy to assist with any inquiries we have. I highly recommend PBS to anyone in the beauty industry! 24

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H E RO P RO D U C T S? I always wanted to be the person that people came to with their skin disorders instead of going to the doctor, and once I started stocking Bestow Beauty I learned that I had to start working internally before beginning topical treatments. It’s so clear to me now that if your gut is inflamed, it’s going to show in your skin! Image Skincare is my topical skincare choice and with the power of both brands I know I can make real changes to my client’s skin — which in turn can change their life! That’s what sets my business apart — I get to the root cause of skin issues, rather than offering my clients band-aid solutions. Living with a skin disorder can have a huge effect on your emotional and mental wellbeing and I’ll do anything to help my clients heal themselves and regain their confidence! TO P -S E LLI N G T R E ATM E N T S? The Image Skincare Ormedic Lift Peel and Dermalux LED Phototherapy — combined! I love the fact that you can use the Ormedic Lift on any skin type without having to prep the skin, and I follow this incredible peel with 20 minutes under the Dermalux. The Dermalux treatment is so powerful that I can confidently say all skin types will see results after just two sessions. It’s the best investment I’ve ever made! T H E IM P O R TA N C E O F E D U C AT I O N A L E V E N T S & T R A I N I N G? Being a sole operator definitely has its up and downs. I’d love to be able to share my workload and bounce ideas off colleagues, or have someone look after my marketing and social media — but I just don’t have that luxury. This is why I believe educational events and training are so important — they not only expand your knowledge, but they keep you focused and motivated and provide great networking opportunities. I recently attended the PBS Annual Skin Summit, which was the best networking and educational event I’ve ever been to. So motivating and inspiring!

YOUR SUCCESS TH E TEMPLE SKINC ARE | C A STLE HILL , NSW Castle Hill’s The Temple Skincare & Spa is a multiple awardwinning day spa and medi spa, nestled by the pool inside boutique hotel, The Hills Lodge. Managed by Rene Herald, a visit to The Temple Skincare & Spa provides luxurious pampering to nurture the body and soul, while their resultsdriven medi spa offers services and technology that provide guests with outstanding results. TO P -S E LLI N G T R E ATM E N T S? Our top selling services are massages, facials and Dermalux LED, and at Temple Skincare, we believe that having a wellness spa and a results-driven clinic under one roof is the way of the future. We combine advanced skin treatments that deliver visible results to our clients, with a holistic touch of massage and wellness — because we know there’s a demand for both. Our clients can enjoy the best of both worlds with a therapist’s hands offering kinetic touch and holistic healing, while high-tech machinery and advanced cosmeceutical skincare provide real long-term results. Body Wisdom | Photography: perthpop.com

B E N E F I T S O F P B S’ O N LI N E E D U C AT I O N & T R A I N I N G? The new online training portal is a fantastic way to ensure all team members are up-to-date with their training and product knowledge, and we also use it as part of our induction process when we hire new staff. The platform can be used anytime, anywhere, and our team log on at home, during slow periods at work and on their lunch breaks!

BODY WISDOM | MOUNT HAW THORN , WA After discovering Image Skincare in 2012, Amy Marvelli from leading Perth clinic Body Wisdom, pushed to be the first Australian stockist of the range, and so began a reputable career treating skin. Along with Image Skincare, Body Wisdom treats clients with Dermalux LED and gets them event-ready with Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics and Sunescape Tan. C LI E N T FAVO U R I T E S? Our top selling treatment is the Image Skincare Wrinkle Lift Forte Peel, and our clients also love the Vital C Anti-Ageing Serum and Hydrating Facial Cleanser products, as well as the Ageless Total Pure Hyaluronic Filler. I love Image Skincare because you get to use amazing ingredients (like kojic retinol and hyaluronic acid) that make a real difference to the skin, and Dermalux LED is always firm client favourite! We recently had a client experiencing adultonset acne, so we combined the Dermalux acne setting with a customised Image Skincare peel, and within six weeks she was thanking me for results that were even better than I’d promised!

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H OW H A S T H E S U P P O R T F ROM P B S H E LP E D G ROW YO U R BUS I N E S S? I’m all about relationships, which is one of the main reasons I love partnering with PBS. I don’t feel like I’m just an account or a number with them — they actually care about the success of my business and want to help it become more profitable. Our business development manager is also amazing; she’s always willing to brainstorm and help us put strategies in place and she even does training with us via Skype! We’re so grateful for the high level of knowledge and training we get from PBS — it really does make a world of difference. D O YO U US E T H E F R E E M A R K E T I N G S U P P O R T P ROV I D E D BY P B S? Yes! The free Marketing On A Platter (MOAP) materials that PBS provides to all its salons are an absolute life saver! My life is so much easier, because they do the hard yards for me. From creating promotions for us to pass onto our clients, to supplying emails, instore posters and social media graphics to promote them — MOAP gives you everything you need to nail your marketing campaigns!

THE IMPORTANC E OF EDUC ATIONAL E VENTS & TR AINING? The PBS events I’ve attended have really inspired me as a business owner and have definitely aided the growth of my clinic. I’ve learnt about profitability, rules and regulations, how to be a better boss, and how to balance working in and on my business. I always notice a spike in sales after I attend PBS events — because I go back to work with an action-taking attitude! I always make sure I share what I’ve learnt with my staff, to motivate and inspire them as well. WHY DO YOU LIKE DE ALING WITH PBS AS A DISTRIBUTOR? I love PBS because they listen and they’re always willing help! The team at PBS have helped me set budgets and treatment pricing and they always manage to inspire me if I’m feeling demotivated in my business. The knowledge and experience that owners Matt and Lisa Williams have is superior to anyone else I’ve ever worked with, (even during my time running a successful beauty franchise), and I guarantee you’ll struggle to find that level of experience and guidance anywhere else within the industry. ■

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