#Daylight #ProductAlert #PeachyDeegan #SpaPeachy #SalonPeachy MORE THAN 30,000 THOUSAND BEAUTY AND SPA PROFESSIONALS ATTEND QUESTEX’S 2024 IBS and IECSC NEW YORK SHOWS

The show tells Whom You Know:

Questex’s International Beauty Show (IBS New York) and the International Esthetics, Cosmetics, & Spa Conference (IECSC New York) made a triumphant return to the Javits Convention Center with exciting new onsite experiences, expanded educational opportunities, and three jam-packed days of the best in beauty and spa. Over 30,000 professionals attended to walk through miles of exhibits, learn the latest industry trends and techniques from prominent artists and skilled estheticians, and acquire business-building skills to take their crafts and careers to the next level.

“We could not be more pleased by the success of this year’s New York Shows,” said Elizabeth Fantetti Trevorrow, Partnership & Event Director, Questex’s Beauty & Spa Group. “Our goal, first and foremost, was to celebrate and support the members of the beauty and wellness communities and we surpassed that by leaps and bounds on all fronts, from our education, incredible brands, empowerment opportunities, and our self-care initiatives. And we’re just getting started. With the shift in the industry towards solopreneurs, which was reflected in a large percentage of the attendee turnout at both shows, connecting them to our exhibitors was paramount.”

EXPANDED EDUCATIONAL OFFERINGS

For the first time ever, the IBS NY Show featured a full roster of Master Classes in addition to Hands On Workshops.

The Master Classes are designed to provide an in-depth look of the latest skills, techniques, and styles led by elite industry artists. With an emphasis on demonstrations and insider knowledge, attendees left each class ready to elevate their services, captivate their clientele with new skills, and increase profitability. All Master Classes and Hands-On Workshops required an additional fee and included the 3-day Exhibit Hall pass with purchase.

Plus, all attendees from both events were welcome to take part in over 120 demonstration classes that were included free with the Exhibit Hall pass.

IECSC NY had its curated Conference Education – a diverse range of paid classes featuring speakers with unique expertise, all aimed at providing the essential knowledge and insights to elevate and grow businesses, as well as the free Product Focused Education offerings – informative sessions and workshops led by top exhibitors and offering a deep dive into a specific product or service.

All attendees from both events could participate in product focused sessions for no additional fee.

NEW + REVITALIZED ONSITE EXPERIENCES

Say Yes to You Hub – Located on the IBS NY Show floor and available for all attendees, the Say Yes to You Hub was an area for attendees to relax and recharge, with a schedule of offerings that focused on enriching their personal well-being. On Sunday, complimentary headshots and chair massages were offered. On Monday and Tuesday, attendees experienced enriching content on mental health, gut health, emotional intelligence, body alignment, spiritual energy, and more.

What’s New for You Zone – Located on both the IBS and IECSC NY Show floors, the What’s New for You Zone was a place to check out an exciting collection of first-time exhibitors. Attendees had the opportunity to try a new line, engage with a company new to the show floor, or be the first to test a product new to the market.

Quest Zero

As part of Questex’s Quest Zero initiative, the company’s ongoing commitment to be Net Zero by 2050, IBS and IECSC collaborated with GLO™ (Green Life Organization) Salon Recycling, who provides zero-landfill recycling solutions for the salon industry, as a Recycling Partner to reduce salon and spa waste on site at the show. Attendees noticed strategically placed GLO Recycling bins throughout the show to collect various forms of waste including hair, plastic bottles, electronics, soaps, brushes, hair color, foil, gloves, nail polish, perfumes, aerosols, and other flammable materials.

As always, attendees had the opportunity to shop for products for their salons and spas at professionals‐only pricing and to network with industry leaders. Over 500 brands showcased their newest products and innovations in the nearly 100,000 square feet co-located space.

The IBS New York 2024 exhibit floor featured hundreds of high-profile brands, including: Andis, Aqua Hair Extensions (new!), Chi by Farouk, DNA Hairtools, HALOCOUTURE Extensions, Hattori Hanzo Shears, KANAR, Korea Pavilion (new!), Myavana, GELISH & Morgan Taylor, Pibbs, Pureo Natural Products, Sutra, Turbo Power and many more!

IECSC New York 2024 exhibiting brands included: Celluma, Circadia, Dermalogica, Eminence Organic Skin Care, HydraFacial, Face Reality Skincare, FarmHouse Fresh, Glymed Plus, LightStim, Silhouet-Tone USA, Procell Therapies, Repechage and more. 

Brand owners interested in being considered for review: peachydeegan at gmail dot com

IBS New York welcomed back Sam Villa, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Sam Villa and Global Artistic Ambassador for Redken, Villa is a true leader that brings out the best in others. As the 2021 NAHA Educator of the Year, Hair Awards USA Hall of Fame Inductee and 2017 NAHA Lifetime Achievement Award Winner, he is known for doing things differently to challenge, inspire and motivate change. Villa was joined by his colleague and fellow renowned artist, Roger Molina. Molina has 20 years of experience behind the chair and has worked as a national educator and platform artist for over a decade. Also joining the line-up of top-tier educators was men’s grooming expert, John Mosley. Mosley brings over ten years of industry experience to the Andis Education team, including working behind the chair in the barbershop, working as a platform artist for Paul Mitchell and providing personal grooming services to several celebrities in the entertainment and sports industries. Mosley's knowledge, passion and industry relationships help Andis deliver best-in-class educational programs in the Southwest and was awarded 2022 Educator of the Year NAHA.

Upcoming Events

Additional networking and educational opportunities for beauty and wellness professionals are available at IBS Las Vegas and IECSC Las Vegas, taking place June 22-24, 2024 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Visit ibslasvegas.com or iecsclasvegas.com for more information. Also, IECSC Florida will take place October 13-14, 2024 at the Palm Beach Convention Center. Visit iecscflorida.com for more information.

And set your calendars for next year’s IBS New York and IECSC New York, taking place March 23-25, 2025, at the Javits Center.

About IBS New York

Produced by Questex and presented by American Salon, IBS New York is the longest running professional beauty event in the country. IBS New York is for professionals only and reaches a wide cross‐section of participants including salon owners and managers, hair stylists, hair colorists, makeup artists, nail technicians, beauty and hair product manufacturers and distributors. Connecting serious beauty professionals with the best in the industry, the show brings hundreds of top beauty brands together under one roof for free educational classes by industry legends, workshops, and exclusive show-floor discounts. For more information, visit ibsnewyork.com

About IECSC

Produced by Questex, the International Esthetics, Cosmetics and Spa Conferences (IECSC) are for professionals only and reach a wide cross‐section of participants from spa and wellness product manufacturers and distributors to spa owners, directors and managers, estheticians, massage therapists, cosmetologists, medical estheticians, and dermatologists. With dynamic trade show floors, in-depth conference programs, and presented by American Spa, the IECSC events provide the perfect meeting ground for the world’s most elite and qualified spa professionals looking to meet the top skin, cosmetic and wellness companies. For more information, visit iecsc.com.

About QUESTEX

Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: travel, hospitality, and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy – connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.

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30,000 Hydrafacial Devices and Counting: BeautyHealth’s Flagship Brand Reaches New Milestone

The Beauty Health Company (NASDAQ: SKIN), home to flagship brand Hydrafacial, today announced a new milestone with the placement of its 30,000th Hydrafacial delivery system, serving as a new landmark for the Company’s expanding global omnichannel footprint.

BeautyHealth’s omnichannel approach ensures consumers in more than 90 countries can conveniently experience a Hydrafacial treatment wherever they choose across medical aesthetics practices, the fast-growing medspa channel, as well as spa, retail, and hospitality locations. Last year, providers delivered millions of Hydrafacial treatments worldwide.

Fueling global delivery system sales growth is providers’ confidence in the growing consumer interest and demand for Hydrafacial. In a new study from market research leader IPSOS, aided brand awareness for Hydrafacial reached 41% amongst U.S. consumers of the aesthetics category, the most recognized treatment brand behind only powerhouses Botox and Juvéderm.*

“Providers tell us again and again that Hydrafacial is the treatment clients ask for by name. Placing our 30,000th Hydrafacial device is a symbol of deep love and trust from both providers and consumers in our brand and our ability to deliver the very best in skin health,” said BeautyHealth President and CEO Andrew Stanleick. “With a global delivery system footprint that is unmatched in the industry, BeautyHealth aims to become the world’s leading beauty health and wellness platform.”

The milestone follows the successful global launch of Hydrafacial Syndeo™, the Company’s revolutionary, award-winning, digitally connected delivery system. Syndeo has been embraced in treatment rooms for empowering a more personalized and seamless experience for clients and providers alike. Syndeo debuted in the U.S. in Spring 2022 and, this year, expanded to select markets across Europe and Asia Pacific.

BeautyHealth continues to lead in the significant, high-growth global market of skin health and aesthetics, with an estimated global addressable market for Hydrafacial of more than 500,000 potential locations.

A Hydrafacial treatment is non-invasive, painless, has no downtime, and has immediately visible results. Through a patented vortex fusion technology and “magic wand,” each Hydrafacial treatment cleanses, extracts, and hydrates the skin—allowing active ingredients to penetrate deeper, for the most effective treatment possible. A final booster, personalized to each client’s skin concerns, nourishes the skin and imparts a glow that lasts.

*Source: Hydrafacial Awareness & Net Promoter Score Study, IPSOS July 2023.

About The Beauty Health Company

The Beauty Health Company (NASDAQ: SKIN) is a global category-creating company delivering millions of skin health experiences every year that help consumers reinvent their relationship with their skin, bodies, and self-confidence. Our brands are pioneers: Hydrafacial™ in hydradermabrasion, SkinStylus™ in microneedling, and Keravive™ in scalp health. Together, with our powerful community of estheticians, partners, and consumers, we are personalizing skin health for all ages, genders, skin tones, and skin types in more than 90 countries. We are committed to being ever more mindful in how we conduct our business to positively impact our communities and the planet. Find a local provider at https://hydrafacial.com/find-a-provider/ and learn more at beautyhealth.com or LinkedIn.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements made in this release are “forward looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. When used in this press release, the words “estimates,” “projected,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “forecasts,” “plans,” “intends,” “believes,” “seeks,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “future,” “propose” and variations of these words or similar expressions (or the negative versions of such words or expressions) are intended to identify forward-looking statements.

These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, conditions, or results, and involve a number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions, and other important factors, many of which are outside The Beauty Health Company’s control, that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements.

Important factors, among others, that may affect actual results or outcomes include The Beauty Health Company’s ability to execute its business plan, including achieving its goal of becoming the world’s leading beauty health and wellness platform; the ability to continue placing delivery systems across various channels and locations; potential litigation involving The Beauty Health Company; changes in applicable laws or regulations; and the possibility that The Beauty Health Company may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors. The Beauty Health Company does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law.

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BeautyHealth Partners with LaserAway® to Supply Hydrafacial Syndeo™ Devices to All U.S. Locations Agreement covers more than 125 LaserAway locations across 27 states and new locations through 2025

The Beauty Health Company (NASDAQ: SKIN), home to flagship brand Hydrafacial, has entered an agreement with aesthetic dermatology leader LaserAway to supply Hydrafacial Syndeo devices to its more than 125 locations across the U.S. and any new practice sites opened through 2025. The partnership expands a successful introduction of Hydrafacial Syndeo in nine LaserAway locations in Southern California earlier this year.

As one of the nation’s largest aesthetic dermatology chains, LaserAway has nearly doubled its footprint in the past two years, a bellwether of the skyrocketing channel overall. The American Med Spa Association estimates the U.S. medspa sector will see 29% revenue growth through 2025.1

The channel is a boon for Hydrafacial. Chains like LaserAway drive the highest number of Hydrafacial treatments of any channel. The number of Hydrafacial treatments performed in this setting from January to June 2023 have grown +16% compared to the same time frame last year, even after record growth in 2022.

“We are thrilled to expand Hydrafacial’s reach with an aesthetics leader like LaserAway,” said BeautyHealth President and CEO Andrew Stanleick. “Consumers are increasingly seeking out beauty health experiences that deliver transformative results, all in one location. Hydrafacial continues to grow within this booming channel and receives an overall brand boost that drives consumer trial across our entire provider network, from large clinics to single chair estheticians.”

The strategic partnership establishes Hydrafacial as a standard treatment option for the millions of patients who visit LaserAway locations each year and builds on the robust stream of data and insights from each treatment performed by the next generation connected Syndeo devices at every LaserAway location.

“Our vision is to provide the best aesthetic treatments under one roof, no matter where you are in the country. We see Hydrafacial as the entry point for LaserAway, a treatment that is universally effective, painless, with no downtime—and is the perfect pre-treatment to prep the skin for our other lasers, injectables and skin tightening treatments,” said LaserAway CEO Scott Heckmann. “With the digital capabilities of Syndeo, we can also track the success of our patients over the course of multiple treatments.”

Syndeo combines Hydrafacial’s patented vortex fusion technology with a digital experience. Using Syndeo’s connected interface, providers can personalize each treatment according to a client’s unique skin needs and preferences.

Hydrafacial’s Syndeo device will become available at each of LaserAway’s more than 125 locations across 27 states from July 2023. The partnership agreement also includes all new LaserAway locations opening through 2025.

1American Med Spa Association: 2022 Medical Spa State of the Industry Report July 2022

About The Beauty Health Company

The Beauty Health Company (NASDAQ: SKIN) is a global category-creating company delivering millions of skin health experiences every year that help consumers reinvent their relationship with their skin, bodies, and self-confidence. Our brands are pioneers: Hydrafacial™ in hydradermabrasion, SkinStylus™ in microneedling, and Keravive™ in scalp health. Together, with our powerful community of estheticians, partners, and consumers, we are personalizing skin health for all ages, genders, skin tones, and skin types in more than 90 countries. We are committed to being ever more mindful in how we conduct our business to positively impact our communities and the planet. Find a local provider at https://hydrafacial.com/find-a-provider/, and learn more at beautyhealth.com or LinkedIn.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements made in this release are “forward looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. When used in this press release, the words “estimates,” “projected,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “forecasts,” “plans,” “intends,” “believes,” “seeks,” “may,” “will,” “should,” “future,” “propose” and variations of these words or similar expressions (or the negative versions of such words or expressions) are intended to identify forward-looking statements.

These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, conditions, or results, and involve a number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions, and other important factors, many of which are outside The Beauty Health Company’s control, that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements.

Important factors, among others, that may affect actual results or outcomes include The Beauty Health Company’s ability to execute its business plan; the continued business relationship between The Beauty Health Company and LaserAway; the ability to place Hydrafacial Syndeo devices in all of LaserAway’s locations, including its anticipated, new practice sites; LaserAway continuing to purchase Hydrafacial Syndeo devices; potential litigation involving The Beauty Health Company; changes in applicable laws or regulations; and the possibility that The Beauty Health Company may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors. The Beauty Health Company does not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law.

About LaserAway

LaserAway is a leader in aesthetic dermatology, offering customized procedures tailored to a patient's individual needs. LaserAway has over 120 locations across the country and specializes in a full suite of aesthetic treatments including laser hair removal, laser tattoo removal, laser skin rejuvenation, body contouring, skin tightening, injectables, and skin care products. Find your nearest LaserAway at laseraway.com/contact, and learn more about their treatments at laseraway.com/services.

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#SpaPeachy #Introducing #HydraFacial by The Beauty Health Company Since 1997 in Long Beach, California

Do you care about your skin? We think you do, so you should consider HydraFacial!

We tried it for the first time and had the Deluxe HydraFacial. We were delighted to work with Lisa Marie Lucca, Training and Education Manager, who fielded our inquiries and Suhukurat, the Esthetician who performed the procedure. It was highly clinical and the variety of sequences was similar to microdermabrasion with a serum finish, and it is bespoke for each person's specific skin needs. We went to the East Coast Flagship in Manhattan and Hydrafacial is a tool that can be purchased for use in specific practices after extensive training and proper licenses are adhered to. Previously on Whom You Know, Microdermabrasion was addressed here.

The procedure itself reminded us of getting our teeth cleaned which is a compliment, except at the end of our visit to Garo we do not see what was removed from our teeth. At HydraFacial, they show you the discarded results that evidence its effectiveness. And everyone knows Dr. Garo Nazarian is absolutely the best and we recommended him for years before Whom You Know started in 2009 and we totally love going to the dentist and if for some reason you don't love going to the dentist too, switch to him and you will.

Founded in 1997 in Long Beach, California, The Beauty Health Company went public in May 2021 via a SPAC and It's traded as SKIN on the NASDAQ (Barron's Profile here), so obviously the owners are the people that are long the equity and not a private person as is often featured on our site.

They told us:

What Is a Hydrafacial:​

· Hydrafacial uses patented technology to cleanse, extract and hydrate skin. ​

· The treatment starts with gentle exfoliation and relaxing resurfacing to uncover a new layer of skin. We then remove dirt and impurities from pores with gentle suction. It is completely pain-free. You can see the impurities pulled from your skin in the gunkie canister. We can show you yours after your treatment – it’s pretty satisfying! ​

· From here, the treatment is entirely customizable with more than 20 boosters, many co-created with leading skincare brands, which allow us to customize and personalize each Hydrafacial treatment according to a consumer’s particular skin concerns. ​

Benefits of a Hydrafacial:​

· Unlike traditional facials, it’s performed by a device rather than by hand, for deeper penetration and longer lasting results. It’s painless, non-invasive and comes with zero down time. When clients leave the treatment room, they immediately see a glow that lasts for several days or weeks.​

· Hydrafacial can even provide benefits beyond just the face – we have treatments for the scalp (Keravive), the eyes/lips (Perk) and it can be even used for the back, etc.!​

​Who is a Good Candidate for a Hydrafacial:​

· Because it is so customizable, Hydrafacial is good for truly everyone. With our boosters, we can design a completely personalized facial for each client.​

· We also see many clients who seek out a Hydrafacial just before or after other more invasive procedures. For example, before a surgical procedure, the deep cleansing of Hydrafacial can be very beneficial and after, it helps gently the skin rebound.

You'll feel the cleanliness in your skin immediately and you'll be glowing for days!

https://www.hydrafacial.com/

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Large Xen Pillow HP Recommended by Whom You Know

A firm believer ( pardon the pun) in multiple stacks of goose-down pillows for years, I think my head has been turned around. Literally. I have a neck problem that causes constant adjusting to happen. Not that I won't still visit my chiropractor, but this Xen Pillow seems to be taking care of me on a nightly basis. Molded foam contours to fit your achey-breakey neck and shoulders. You can block out street noise with the two "wings" on the large sized one, so better rest is achieved. On their website they actually have a video demonstration. If this sounds too simplistic, well, it's the little things in life that make it all worthwhile, don't you think? Pillow-talk is definitely a basic in life, and with Xen Pillows, you may just find your Grumpy Cat face gone in the morning, even before your cup of coffee.

The Large HP Xen Pillow's contour design allows ample tossing and turning room. With its unique sculptured area for the head and neck one is cradled in a soft, yet supported mode. Xen's Large XP Pillow's unusual designed side sections again support those repositioning night turns to the side sleeping position. It is so lightweight and flexible any age group can maneuver this unusually designed pillow to your liking. While experiencing the many stages of a night's sleep you may even envelop your arms around and under this unique, comforting pillow. One is not awakened with the usual numbness in your arms that awakens one from a deep sleep. This molded foam Large HP Xen Pillow covered in cotton permits the natural breathing of your skin. It can even be washed. BEST OF ALL...IT IS MADE IN THE U.S.A.! 

Everyone wants to feel more “zen” when they wake up in the morning… or in this case, more “Xen”! The Large Xen Pillow HP is made of high-quality materials that make it both sturdy AND comfortable. Additionally, the content is all environmentally friendly and made in the USA. Like most of us who sit at a computer all day, I carry strain and stress in my shoulders and neck. The large Xen pillow HP has helped alleviate that strain and made my neck feel more comfortable at work. Not only does it support your neck and head perfectly, but the high profile wings are great for creating that “snuggled-into-the-pillow” feel. This pillow is SO comfortable, you may never sleep on a traditional pillow again.

I have back and neck problems. The LARGE Xen Pillow provides me with support for my neck and shoulders. It is unique in that it alleviates the neck strain that one experiences with standard pillows. Placed on top of your pillow, it allows you to move your head from side to side without strain. In addition, it can serve as a back support. Placed on a high back chair of any kind, including an office chair, it aligns your back so as to promote proper posture. It can also be used on airplanes or cars, for much needed cushioning and support.

http://www.xenpillow.com/

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Xen Pillow tells Whom You Know: 

Marlon E. Holder, Engineer, Inventor and CEO of Xen Pillow Manufacturing Corporation announces the introduction of the newly patent pending, ergonomically contoured Xen PillowTM. Product testers have documented their results showing substantial neck and shoulder sleep support benefits using the Xen PillowTM. Testers reported that with ordinary rectangle stuffed pillows they suffered with stressful neck and shoulder pains, suffering sleep deprivation for many years. The Xen Pillow’s dynamic design provides the much needed neck and shoulder support and offers them the great night sleep that they have long sought. Xen PillowTM had a 100% satisfaction rating. 

The Xen PillowTM is made and assembled 100% in the USA. The pillow is made from a revolutionary propriety foam core material. Marlon sought relief from his own chronic neck pain and arm numbness as a result of an accident. Marlon continually redesigned the pillow until it was “just right”. Marlon sleeps with the pillow and is rejuvenated and finally pain-free. 

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From: The desk of the Inventor, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO): 

I, Marlon Holder am the Inventor, President and CEO of the Xen PillowTM product lines and the Xen PillowTM Manufacturing Corporation. I am personally using the Xen PillowTM products to help me support my neck to alleviate my shoulder pains. I am also proud to have my family using the Xen PillowTM to help prevent their neck and shoulder pains which they regular get from standard/regular pillows. 

Previously, my chiropractor would adjust me for my neck and shoulder pains and upon my return home, I noted that by using my regular pillow, the pains were recreated exactly where I was recently adjusted. Then, I was back to where I started ...in PAIN. 

Many people, including myself, struggle through our daily activities with these little constant, annoying pains. So now, with my invention, I am pleased to share the Xen PillowTM . The neck and shoulder support products that have complimented my sleep habits and have rejuvenated my daily activities. 

I stand behind the science of an ergonomically contoured Xen PillowTM design that will revolutionize the true sense of a pillow. The Xen PillowTM product lines have been engineered and tested with a Research and Development testing group and we bring quality, design and relaxation to enhance your life style. 

My Staff and I hope you enjoy the Xen PillowTM products as much as we have. 

Brief Background 

Mr. Holder current business includes Product Development (Xen Pillow TM), Strategic Planning, System Engineering and Program Management; 

Mr. Holder is an Engineer and a Graduate of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and received his Master of Science from Florida Institute of Technology. His expertise extend to over 25 years in Program Management, Product Life Cycle Management, Risk Management, System Design & Test, Safety and Environmental Technology, Value Engineering, Production & Facility Engineering. 

Publications in "Reliability Assessment of Plastic vs. Ceramic Components", U.S. Army Technical Report ARFSD-TR-92018, Sept 1992, and "Development of an Environmental Stress Screening Plan for High Energy Density Batteries", Proceedings of the 2nd Annual Predictive Technology Conference, Nov 1991.

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Medium Xen Pillow LP Recommended by the Sleeping Beauties of Whom You Know - Plus, it's Made in the USA!

Plane travel has a new boost with the Medium Xen Pillow LP. I've been hauling around my little squashed down feather pillow all over the world with me for decades. Now, I'm packing the ergonomic Xen Medium Pillow on every trip. As someone who works bent over a work station all day long, my neck and shoulders suffer. Now, instead of a trip to the spa, all I need is a good night's sleep with my Xen Pillow, and the magic happens.  This is a wonderful, washable, smallish pillow made of molded foam that adjusts to your contours and vice versa. You'll notice a difference in pain relief overnight, should that be a problem with you as well . 

The Medium LP Xen Pillow's smaller unique design gives close support to and preserves the well-being of your neck and shoulders. With all the same qualities of the equally unique larger Xen pillow, this medium-sized pillow is an asset on a train, plane or passenger vehicle trip. Also, this is a terrific comfort on a daybed, love-seat, couch or recliner. I might suggest this Medium LP Xen Pillow's size for any child too. Whatever the trip or destination, one will experience total comfort and support while catching some zzzzz's, home or away. So relax, let yourself be lifted into the most natural sleep anyone could possibly experience! BEST OF ALL...IT IS MADE IN THE U.S.A.! 

We all love our sleep, so if you can find a product that makes sleep more restful, comfortable or enjoyable, that's even better! The Medium Xen Pillow LP is designed to cradle your head and neck perfectly, alleviating strain. I like to sleep with a pillow next to my head as well as under it, which usually requires I sleep with THREE pillows (one under my head, and one on each side). This pillow has done away with all that. In addition to the support it has for head-neck alignment, the pillow has “wings” on each side to cradle my head and snuggle my cheek into. Their large pillow has wings too, but the Medium size cradles my head just perfectly. Enjoy your next night of sleep even more with this Xen pillow.

The smaller Medium Xen pillow is easily transportable. Thus it is a convenient way to support your neck and shoulders when you travel. It is also wonderful for watching TV—in bed. Or in an armchair. It provides excellent support for your neck while reading. I have also used it for supporting the neck during abdominal exercises. Or for Pilates Hundreds.

http://www.xenpillow.com/

https://www.facebook.com/xenpillows

https://twitter.com/XenPillow

Xen Pillow tells Whom You Know:

Marlon E. Holder, Engineer, Inventor and CEO of Xen Pillow Manufacturing Corporation announces the introduction of the newly patent pending, ergonomically contoured Xen PillowTM. Product testers have documented their results showing substantial neck and shoulder sleep support benefits using the Xen PillowTM. Testers reported that with ordinary rectangle stuffed pillows they suffered with stressful neck and shoulder pains, suffering sleep deprivation for many years. The Xen Pillow’s dynamic design provides the much needed neck and shoulder support and offers them the great night sleep that they have long sought. Xen PillowTM had a 100% satisfaction rating.

The Xen PillowTM is made and assembled 100% in the USA. The pillow is made from a revolutionary propriety foam core material. Marlon sought relief from his own chronic neck pain and arm numbness as a result of an accident. Marlon continually redesigned the pillow until it was “just right”. Marlon sleeps with the pillow and is rejuvenated and finally pain-free. 

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From: The desk of the Inventor, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO):

I, Marlon Holder am the Inventor, President and CEO of the Xen PillowTM product lines and the Xen PillowTM Manufacturing Corporation. I am personally using the Xen PillowTM products to help me support my neck to alleviate my shoulder pains. I am also proud to have my family using the Xen PillowTM to help prevent their neck and shoulder pains which they regular get from standard/regular pillows.

Previously, my chiropractor would adjust me for my neck and shoulder pains and upon my return home, I noted that by using my regular pillow, the pains were recreated exactly where I was recently adjusted. Then, I was back to where I started ...in PAIN. 

Many people, including myself, struggle through our daily activities with these little constant, annoying pains. So now, with my invention, I am pleased to share the Xen PillowTM . The neck and shoulder support products that have complimented my sleep habits and have rejuvenated my daily activities. 

I stand behind the science of an ergonomically contoured Xen PillowTM design that will revolutionize the true sense of a pillow. The Xen PillowTM product lines have been engineered and tested with a Research and Development testing group and we bring quality, design and relaxation to enhance your life style.

My Staff and I hope you enjoy the Xen PillowTM products as much as we have. 

Sincerely,

Marlon M. E. Holder

Inventor, President and CEO of the Xen PillowTM Manufacturing Corp.

Brief Background

Mr. Holder current business includes Product Development (Xen Pillow TM), Strategic Planning, System Engineering and Program Management;

Mr. Holder is an Engineer and a Graduate of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and received his Master of Science from Florida Institute of Technology. His expertise extend to over 25 years in Program Management, Product Life Cycle Management, Risk Management, System Design & Test, Safety and Environmental Technology, Value Engineering, Production & Facility Engineering. 

Publications in "Reliability Assessment of Plastic vs. Ceramic Components", U.S. Army Technical Report ARFSD-TR-92018, Sept 1992, and "Development of an Environmental Stress Screening Plan for High Energy Density Batteries", Proceedings of the 2nd Annual Predictive Technology Conference, Nov 1991.

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Spa Peachy: Our Panelist Visits Mover and Shaker Laurie Towers at Physical Advantage: The Best Masseuse in Manhattan & Official Masseuse of Whom You Know

This time, Peachy sent a panelist with a sports injury to visit Laurie.

He tells us:

For months now, I've had chronic pain in my shoulder, an injury from my obsession with fitness and exercise. A few weeks ago, I saw an Orthopedic Doctor who within 2 minutes of being in his office was talking surgery and injections! I feel my body is capable of healing on its own before a permanent operation, so...no thank you, Doc! Enter Laurie Towers of Physical Advantage. A licensed Massage Therapist with a background in sports and fitness and a long history of treating professional athletes with sports injuries. Perfect!

When I was first corresponding with Laurie I mentioned that I had an injury from CrossFit she immediately told me "CrossFit, say no more!". She has seen many clients from CrossFit as our shoulders take a lot of wear and tear. I had a good feeling about Laurie after hearing that my fellow CrossFitters have been seeing her!

Upon arriving at her 139 E 57th Street penthouse office, we spoke for a bit about my fitness background and my injury. From the feedback I got from Laurie, I could tell I was in the right place.

As she started to work on me, I was very curious as to her technique, and Laurie explained the process as she went along. She understood exactly where my pain and problems were, but insisted that the shoulder is a complicated machine with three different systems at work. If you have an injury in any one area, it affects all three. She needed to work each of these, not just the problem area. She started with my back, neck and back of my shoulder. I could feel her separately working each muscle and felt a lot of tension loosening up. She applies a good amount of pressure that I could feel very strongly, but not in a painful way. She continued on to the side of my shoulder, then flipped me over to the front, finally to the problem area. Before she put her hands on the tender part of my shoulder, I could already feel less tenderness there, and relaxation over all my shoulder. She worked my problem area very delicately. I could feel her fingers massaging each fiber and strand! After, I stood up and could feel an amazing new range of motion in my shoulder, and the pain was decreased substantially. If my shoulder could smile, it would! 

Laurie's treatment did not end there. We spoke for a bit about what is required to fully heal my shoulder. Among the things we talked about, avoiding CrossFit for a bit (hard for me to do, but I am going to take it easy for a while), rebuilding my shoulder smartly through rotary cuff exercises and kettlebell work. She also recommended heat, icing & epsom salt baths. I have a nutrition background, and we talked a bit about proper nutrition, as unhealthy foods can cause inflammation in the joints, making injuries even worse. It was reassuring to hear that Laurie was on the same page as me regarding nutrition. Im very confident that following Laurie's protocol plus seeing her for massage therapy is the perfect prescription and will get me back to 100%. Sorry Orthopedic Doctor, I'll skip your knife! 

Laurie Towers lives up to her accolades in New York Magazine and here on Whom You Know. I'd highly recommend seeing her, you'll be in good hands!

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The Best Masseuse in Manhattan

&

Official Masseuse of Whom You Know:

http://www.physical-knead.com/

139 East 57th Street Penthouse

212 460 1879

Laurie Towers is a Mover and Shaker:

http://www.whomyouknow.com/2010/10/movers-and-shakers-laurie-towers-ceo-of.html

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Spa Peachy: La Prairie Spa at The Ritz-Carlton Given Whom You Know's Highest Recommendation; Heaven Has a New Address: 50 Central Park South Second Floor!

Esthetician Antonina Dutu

You'll know you've arrived in Heaven when you see this sign, street level:

Yes, as we said in the headline: Heaven Has a New Address and it's 50 Central Park South, Second Floor.  Note that after you've made your appointment you'll be told you need to let the front desk on the first floor take you to the elevator and ring you up to the second floor.  Just to prove what a small world we live in though there are millions of people here in Manhattan, on her way out Peachy discovered that she actually knew Daniel at the front desk as he remembered her reviewing a different hotel once and working with her then. You can think of Daniel as Saint Peter at the Gates.  To be clear, this is a standalone review of La Prairie Spa.  In addition to being in Manhattan, La Prairie Spa is also in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles and the Cayman Islands.

As you know, we have worked with La Prairie before:

http://www.whomyouknow.com/2012/05/whom-you-know-celebrates-1600th-post-in.html

Clearly as we were so impressed, we made them a milestone post.  After options were presented to her, Peachy Deegan opted for the 

La Prairie Signature Facial (90 minutes / $270).

They told Peachy the description of 

La Prairie Signature Facial is

:

Whether your skin is thirsty, congested, sluggish or sensitive, La Prairie’s expert Esthetician will discuss with you your skincare needs then analyze and perform an exquisite facial to achieve the highest results customized to your skin’s needs.
The description was spot-on.


As Peachy Deegan arrived on the second floor, she was pleasantly greeted and brought to the women's spa room with lockers that lock according to your own bespoke combination that you make up yourself.  Brilliant.  No need for keys.  She changed into the luxurious big white fluffy robe that made her feel like she was floating on a cloud.  There are refreshments such as fruit flavored water and more greeting you in the waiting room, which is like a lobby and on par with the downstairs lobby of The Ritz.  Peachy of course was too excited to eat.  How often does THAT happen?


Esthetician Antonina Dutu greeted Peachy with a warm smile and made her feel immediately welcome upon arrival.  Note that the appointment started promptly at the time scheduled.  When you enter the treatment room, Antonina will offer you a jewelry box to put your jewelry in.  If you thought the Signature Facial was about your face only, you have something to learn.  It is about your feet, calves, hands, arms, neck and shoulders too.  La Prairie goes beyond the face.  The jewelry box is just one aspect of a hit parade of pluses you'll discover at La Prairie.  We've reviewed many spas before but the level of attention to detail here is unsurpassed in our humble experience.  Antonina is an angel wearing invisible wings.  When she starts working on you you'll know she's wearing them.


Antonina will let you know you have music choices during this experience.  There is a two-page list to choose from and she already had Enya playing when we arrived.  Antonina we are impressed you must have known Peachy is Irish!  We wanted to keep Enya on as you know Peachy is relatively obsessed with being Irish.  There were other convincing choices too like Sting and surely you'll find something you like.  Once you're lying there on the table you'll forget you are in the hustle and bustle of New York and feel like you are literally floating in heaven.  Note that the music is soothing and never too loud.


Every La Prairie product we came in contact with gave our skin a new level of clean and an increased youthful nature.  People routinely think Peachy is much younger than she is since she uses products by La Prairie.  Antonina first did a skin analysis under a magnifying glass.  A distinct advantage of this spa is that of course they use all products from the same line.  We are not big fans of independent spas that use products from many different lines as that can cause nasty reactions.  Antonina gathered information about Peachy's skin concerns and the show was on the road.  She began with the purifying cleanser which felt completely amazing.


Next on the agenda after the cleanser was the exfoliation step: the fruit enzyme mask essential exfoliator with cleansing emulsion.  Warm and hot towel compresses concluded this part of the treatment.  While the mask is on, then the foot treatment starts.  Booties heated speed up the reaction of the cream applied after microdermabrasion on your feet, which will be the most sandal-ready they've been all summer by the end.  Your hands will receive a similar treatment and your arms and calves will each respectively be massaged.  Peachy was so relaxed she almost fell asleep!  Then Antonina will be back to the face which has enjoyed the steam machine during the foot and hand action.  Next, your lips will be attended to with the lip renewal with citrus extract which will exfoliate your lips beautifully.


The anti-stress cream with lavender oil will proceed this awakening your senses to even greater heights.   The floral toner also smells terrific as does the hydrating serum with antioxidants.  The bottom line is that you as a spa guest don't need to worry about exactly which products are being used as Antonina totally knows what she is doing and she will give you an essential skincare program customized for you with pictures of products circled and written down, and we even got a little bag of travel-sized samples upon our departure which will be enjoyed the next time Peachy travels.  Here's what is on Peachy's La Prairie program:
*Purifying Cleanser
*Essential Exfoliator (once a week)
*Cell Softening Balancing Toner
*Cellular Hydrating Serum
*Anti-Aging Longevity Serum
*Cell Eye Contour Cream
*Anti-Aging Emulsion SPF 30
*Anti-Aging Eye Cream SPF 15
*Cellular Eye Contour Cream
*Anti-Aging Night Cream
*Cellular Luxe Lip Treatment
*Hydralift Firming Mask


Antonina has been with La Prairie Spa at The Ritz Carlton since it opened in 2002 and her career in beauty started 25 years ago.  Note how young she looks although she is a grandmother!  She uses appropriate tension and massaging during the whole process and we never needed to ask for anything different than what she instinctively did (i.e. no sounds of "Faster please...slower please...harder please..softer please..etc" by Peachy to her).  Your skin will bloom under her hands and the La Prairie products as it will rejoice in its experience here.  Note that everyone is incredibly friendly throughout the experience and there is no pretense involved.

At the conclusion, Antonina will present you with a sparkling flute of Champagne to celebrate your experience.

La Prairie at The Ritz-Carlton Spa has earned our highest recommendation and you all need to pay heaven a visit!
 And, at least when you leave heaven, you'll enter New York, which we believe to be pretty fantastic too.
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The Stats:

Location:

The Ritz-Carlton, Central Park

50 Central Park South, New York, NY 10019

Spa Reservation:

+1. 212. 521. 6135

E-mail:

laprairie@ritzcarlton.com

Web Site:
http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/NewYorkCentralPark/Spa/Default.htm

laprairie.com

ritzcarlton.com 

Spa Hours:

Monday - Sunday: 8:00 am - 9:30 pm

Open (since):

May 2002

Square Footage:

2,000 sq ft

Treatment Rooms:

6

Spa Director:

Sandra Sadowski

Telephone:

+1. 212. 521. 6136

Spa Experience:

La Prairie, the skincare company that’s been in the forefront of the 

anti-aging revolution for decades, has brought its elegant expertise 

to The Ritz-Carlton Hotel on Central Park South. 

La Prairie traces its heritage to the renowned Clinic La Prairie in 

Montreux, Switzerland, where the rich and renowned, for over half 

a century, have gone to repair and rejuvenate. Our La Prairie spa at 

The Ritz-Carlton, Central Park brings that same air of impeccability 

and Swiss Science to the heart of Manhattan to satiate the city’s 

craving for the perfect spa.  W

hether you need to un-wind after winging in from Tokyo...

un-stress after an afternoon on Wall Street... pamper your feet 

after non-stop shopping... de-age at any age... they’ve got it all 

at La Prairie at The Ritz-Carlton Spa. And who knows better than 

the Swiss how to combine privilege and pleasure with state-of-the-

art science to meet all your needs at once?  T

he emphasis here is on de-aging, de-stressing and pure pleasure. 

Warmed towels, plush robes, heated tables and a fine-crystal-and-

silver attitude toward every detail, lets you know we take your 

pleasure and well-being seriously. 

All in all, La Prairie at The Ritz-Carlton Spa is a place to abandon 

your high-pressure, high-profile life for an hour (or several) of utter 

pleasures that have the added virtue of being virtuous for face, 

body and state of mind.

Location:

Within walking distance of Fifth Avenue’s finest shops, boutiques 

and cultural attractions, the 259-room Mobil Five-Star and AAA 

Five-Diamond Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park offer 

traditional luxury; the first stateside La Prairie at The Ritz-Carlton 

Spa; a well-equipped fitness center with personal trainers available; 

a multi-million dollar art collection; fine dining at BLT Market; 

afternoon high tea; and the wit and charm of famed bartender 

Norman.

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IECSC New York Experiences Huge Growth in Its 10th Year Show attendance increased to more than 13,000 Spa professionals making it the largest spa show on the east coast

The 10th Annual International Esthetics, Cosmetics and Spa Conference (IECSC) in New York, held April 22- 24, 2012 at the Javits Convention Center, experienced record-breaking success as more than 13,000 spa and wellness professionals walked through the doors over the course of three days.

IECSC New York is the first of three IECSC events taking place this year, all of which are presented by American Spa magazine. The astounding success of the New York show demonstrates the upswing in the overall spa and wellness market. The growth of the 2012 New York event has earned it a place at the top of the industry calendar as the largest and most celebrated spa and wellness event on the east coast. Co-located with the International Beauty Show (IBS New York), the New York Spa show provides a complete business-building event for the entire beauty industry.

"This year's IECSC and IBS New York very much mirror the current state of the professional beauty industry - resilient, innovative, optimistic about the future - and most importantly, growing," said Dana Lupton, vice president, Spa and Beauty Industry Groups. "Attendance was up and both of our exhibit floors sold out. Education, from classrooms and workshops to our International Main Stage was clearly a big hit with attendees this year. The show floor aisles were packed during peak hours and attendee buying was up according to leading brands on the floor. We are thrilled with the results and overwhelming positive reaction."

“We had a great time at IECSC New York. It seems like the Spa business is BACK in business!” said Hannah Murray Duncan, vice president sales and marketing, RevitaLash. “We were able to reconnect with a lot of clients, vendor partners, and old friends. Business was up 20%. We'll be back next year!”

“Every dollar and every minute matters when it comes to business, and we understand that,” says IECSC show director Kathy Gruttadauria. “We have spent the past 10 years in New York City creating a show that will help both attendees and exhibitors boost their bottom lines. The astounding success of the 2012 NY event demonstrates how well we have accomplished these goals and has landed the show in the number one slot as the leading east coast spa show.”

IECSC New York provided a high caliber event with more than 250 of the top manufacturers and suppliers showcasing the latest in facial treatments, skin care lines, retail products, cosmetics, equipment/furniture, nutrition and health products, microdermabrasion equipment, massage products, aromatherapy, spa clothing, electrolysis/hair removal, laser equipment, spa décor, medical spa equipment and more.
As in years past, IECSC New York attracted many new and innovative brands in addition to industry leaders such as Dermalogica, Rep chage, Eminence Organic Skin Care, GloProfessional, RevitaLash, G.M. Collin Skin Care, Clarisonic, PCA Skin, Sonya Dakar Skin Care, BioJouvance and numerous others.

In addition to a bustling exhibit floor, the New York show also boasted an industry-leading conference program with prominent educators who are leaders in their fields. Spa professionals attended the Spa Business Conference that featured sessions designed to educate spa owners, directors and practitioners on how to become more proficient in all aspects of spa operations; CIDESCO Section USA certification classes; education from the Advanced Spa Therapy Education Curriculum Council (ASTECC); Advanced Business Seminars; and more than 45 free manufacturer classes focusing on business-building content and the latest in spa treatments and techniques.

Navigating the New York Spa Show this year was made easier with the new Mobile App. Prior to and during the event, attendees and exhibitors were able to gain quick access to an interactive show floor map, conference program and show specials on their smart phones and tablets. The mobile app was a first-time feature debuting at this year's event and will be available for download at all future shows.

Next year IECSC New York will be held April 14 - 16, 2013 alongside IBS New York at the Javits Convention Center in New York City. For show information, please visit www.iecsc.com.

Looking Ahead to IECSC Las Vegas
The International Esthetics, Cosmetics & Spa Conference in Las Vegas, held
June 9-11, 2012 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, is the next event on the IECSC show schedule. Celebrating its 21st year, IECSC Las Vegas will feature products and services from more than 600 of the top skincare and wellness companies and a conference program with more than 100 free classes. Join the country’s most elite industry members as they convene at IECSC Las Vegas to see the latest trends, learn the latest techniques and purchase the latest products in the spa and medical spa market. For show information, please visit www.iecsc.com/lv.

2012 IECSC Florida
The 2012 IECSC Florida event will return to Ft. Lauderdale on November 4 - 6, 2012 at the Broward County Convention Center. The 2012 show marks its 15th anniversary and features more than 200 leading companies and an expanded conference program. IECSC Florida is the perfect Southeast venue to network and relax with peers, renew your passion and rejuvenate your business for the year ahead. For show information, please visit www.iecsc.com/fl.

ABOUT IECSC/IBS NEW YORK
Produced by Questex Media Group, LLC. and presented by American Spa and American Salon magazines, International Esthetics, Cosmetics and Spa Conference (IECSC) New York is co-located with IBS New York -- the largest and longest running professional beauty event in the country. Both shows are for professionals only and reach a wide cross-section of participants from beauty and spa product manufacturers and distributors to salon and spa owners and managers, hair stylists, hair colorists, estheticians, makeup artists, nail technicians, dermatologists and massage therapists.

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