Renew Magazine - November/December 2008 - (Page 6)

editor’s letter I still remember the best facial I ever had. I received a consultation from a knowledgeable and interested esthetician who listened to me, a shoulder and neck massage, a paraﬃn dip for my hands and feet to accompany my mask, and the ﬁnishing touch of a gentle product recommendation—which I ended up following, despite the fact that the cupboards in my bathroom are stuﬀed to capacity! When I walked out, I felt great. Not only did my skin Industry leaders have feel fantastic, I felt like I got a ton of value and focused on how to be extras for my money. successful even when it’s In a turbulent economy like the one we’re facing right now, giving your clients the greatest value a diﬁcult time to do it. for their money is more important than ever. It has also given this issue—our annual look at what to expect in the coming year—a new dimension. Instead of just tracking the latest trends, the industry leaders we’ve talked to have focused heavily on how to be successful, even when it’s a diﬃcult time to do it. In that spirit, you’ll ﬁnd this issue jam-packed with ideas, starting with Reﬂect on page 16, where spa owners and managers share the treatments they’re planning to add in 2009. Advice abounds in Role Models, featuring interviews with a young beauty industry entrepreneur and an icon who continues to be successful 30 years into her career. In “Great Expectations,” on page 24, we’ll give you the roadmap for the coming year, complete with which areas you should focus on to get maximum return of your time and money. Turn to page 30, for the “Top 10 Buzz-Worthy Ingredients” that you should embrace. Finally, don’t miss “In the Room.” This month, we visited a unique spa that has evolved and thrived for years. How have they managed to be successful? By always changing to stay ahead of the curve, of course! As we move into the New Year, I’d love to hear about your success stories, too! You can always share your ideas and thoughts on renew as well by sending me an e-mail at mhill@vancepublishing.com. I look forward to hearing from you! Melissa Segars Hill Editor P Can’t get enough of renew? Then make sure to sign-up for our monthly .S. renew e-newsletters, Renew Reports: Skin Care. Go to renewprofessional.com to get on the list! www.renewprofessional.com e-mail: mhill@vancepublishing.com phone: 203-253-4914 fax: 847-634-4342 400 Knightsbridge Pkwy. 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Renew Magazine - November/December 2008 Contents Editor's Letter Renew Mind/Face/Body/Spirit Reflect Role Models Editor's Pick Great Expectations Top 10 Buzz-Worthy Ingredients In the Room Solutions Inside Ingredients

Renew Magazine - November/December 2008

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