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	Emergency Medical Care for Your Salon & Spa by Susanne S. Warfield with Donald Sudy, M.D. This book provides an overview of some possible injuries that may occur in a spa or medical spa setting, along with First Aid treatment and risk management & follow-up guidelines. Ebook (for immediate download) Cost: $39.95 For hardcopy, please visit http://pcijournal.com/emergency-medical-care-for-your-salon-spa.html
	Guide to Product Selection by Sarah Burns Table of Contents The Brand The Starting Team Extracurricular Activity Products Miscellaneous Products Just For Me Products Professional Products Labeling Private Labeling Vendor Relationships Electing to Bring in Additional Product Lines Studies Components Packaging Staff Skin Care Consultation Paper Trail Inventory Computer Software Marketing Merchandising Retailing Lasting Impressions The Products’ Responsibility Through the Client’s Eyes Final Thoughts Ebook (for immediate download) Cost: $42.95 For hardcopy, please visit http://pcijournal.com/guide-to-product-selection.html
	Legal & Liability Issues of a Medical Spa by Paula Cohen and Susanne S. Warfield What Is A Medical Spa? Medical Spa Definition A medical spa is a facility that operates under the full-time, on-site supervision of a licensed health care professional. The facility operates within the scope of practice of its staff, and offers traditional, complementary, and alternative health practices and treatments in a spa-like setting. Practitioners working within a medical spa will be governed by their appropriate licensing board, if licensure is required. For more information on the NCEA and related industry positions go online to www.ncea.tv. Ebook (for immediate download) Cost: $99.95 For hardcopy, please visit http://pcijournal.com/legal-liability-issues-medical-spa.html
	Esthetician’s Guide to Working With Physicians by Susanne S. Warfield If you're a professional esthetician hoping to expand your business within the medical community, you need this book. Warfield takes you step-by-step by examining your career options, putting together a resume for the medical profession, how to get an interview, what to negotiate in an employment agreement and much more. This book is a essential for the esthetician looking to work in the medical field. Ebook (for immediate download) Order the Estheticians Guide to Working with Physicians ebookand get the companion Student Workbook FREE (available only as ebook). Cost: $54.95 For hardcopy, please visit http://pcijournal.com/estheticians-guide-working-with-physicians.html
	Laser Safety for the Salon, Spa & Small Medical Clinic by Judi Nicholson R.N. B.S. & Susanne S. Warfield If you are considering having a laser in your salon, spa or small medical clinic, this book will update you on the latest lasers and how they would fit into your environment. The licensing and regulatory requirements, including following of the ANSI Standards for laser safety, which are included under the OSHA General Duty Clause are reviewed. Ebook (for immediate download) Cost: $39.95
	Guide to Clinical Photography by Deborah Sinclair Black Reed, RNC Chapters Include: A Brief History of Photography Basic Digital Camera Parts Choosing the Best Equipment Techniques, Legal Implications of Photographing Clients Appendix I HIPAA Appendix II Medical Consents Appendix III Model Releases Glossary of Terms Bibliography Index Ebook (for immediate download) ORDER NOW and receive FREE Information on Medical Image Management Systems Written by Brad Turner, CEO, Through the Lens, Inc. Cost: $42.95 For hardcopy, please visit http://pcijournal.com/guide-clinical-photography.html
	Guide to Building a Medical Esthetic Practice by Susanne S. Warfield This complete guide will take the physician, esthetician, accountant and health attorney through the necessary steps of designing a business plan for incorporating skin care services into a medical practice. The legal and liability chapters will identify the areas that need to be researched on a Federal and State basis. Warfield also helps the physician determine physical plant requirements, how to hire an esthetician and what to negotiate in an employment agreement. Service and product proforma assumptions are also provided with a sample financial plan. This book is must read by the physician/esthetician incorporating skin care services within a medical facility. Ebook (for immediate download) Cost: $99.95 For hardcopy, please visit http://pcijournal.com/guide-building-medical-esthetic-practice.html
	Physician's Guide to In-Office Dispensing by Inga Ellzey & Susanne S. Warfield For the physician who is setting up in-office dispensing of products from their practice, this book is indispensable. The authors take you through the steps of deciding what products to dispense, selection of a product and the how-to of setting up the business of selling products from your practice. Manual and computerized inventory control systems are discussed and a sample inventory form is given. Gearing up with staff and space requirements as well as internal marketing, patient education tips, make this book the most comprehensive overview of the business of dispensing available to the physician. Only available in Ebook format Ebook (for immediate download) Cost: $79.95
	OSHA Manual on Bloodborne Pathogens Published by Paramedical Consultants, Inc. This book is required for every employer and skin care professional to be compliant with the Bloodborne Pathogen Act. This comprehensive book is tailored for the skin care specialist and gives specific examples and guidelines that are pertinent to the skin care industry and what OSHA will be looking for in the case of an inspection. Ebook (for immediate download) Cost: $42.95 For hardcopy, please visit http://pcijournal.com/OSHA-manual-bloodborne-pathogens.html

	Milady’s Aesthetician Series: Building Your Medispa Business Building Your Medispa Business, part of Milady’s Aesthetician Series, focuses on the planning process of owning and operating a spa business. This book emphasizes the key components an individual will need when developing their business plan, beginning with what type of spa they envision. This comprehensive book includes new cutting edge information on operating a profitable spa with topics on employee hiring, training, employee management, customer service, and overall operations. In addition to the above topics, it focuses on developing marketing plans, setting quality standards, and understanding spa operations and legal issues. This unique reference will provide aestheticians who are considering opening a spa with the information they need to make informed choices giving them the greatest chance of seeing their business last and be successful. ISBN 10: 140188167X ISBN 13: 978140188672 Copyright: 2009 Hardcopy Cost: $55.95 (plus $6 shipping) Seven to ten business days for delivery
	Milady’s Aesthetician Series: Common Skin Diseases: A Handbook for the Aesthetician Chronic Diseases of the Skin: A Handbook for the Aesthetician is designed to offer the aesthetician with the tools needed to work with clients who present with unfamiliar or unusual skin lesions. This book addresses the common and not-so-common diseases and disorders that are seen on the skin, what they look like, and what to do about them. With the aid of photographs, descriptions, and illustrations, this book will help the clinician to know what they are looking at and what recommended action should be taken. It offers advice on how to avoid giving medical advice and medical diagnosis, and aides in understanding the common course of a disease, what to expect, treatment of the disease, and client prognosis. In addition, this handbook outlines the common course of a disease, what to expect, treatment of the disease, and client prognosis. ISBN 10: 140188170X ISBN 13: 9781401881702 Copyright: 2007 Hardcopy Cost: $55.95 (plus $6 shipping) Seven to ten business days for delivery
	Milady’s Aesthetician Series: Cosmetic Surgery and the Aesthetician The Cosmetic Surgery Patient: The Aesthetician's Role, one of twelve titles in Milady's Aesthetician Series, is the most up-to-date handbook on plastic surgery for the aesthetician. Designed for daily use, this book will help the aesthetician provide clients with accurate and professional answers to the most popular questions about cosmetic surgery procedures. Detailed procedure descriptions, illustrations and before and after photographs help to educate the aesthetician about common procedures. This book focuses on the role the aesthetician can play in the care of the cosmetic surgery patient, from skin care, to referring a client for surgery, to post-operative care. ISBN10: 1401881688 ISBN 13: 9781401881689 Copyright: 2008 Hardcopy Cost: $55.95 (plus $6 shipping) Seven to ten business days for delivery
	Milady’s Aesthetician Series: Botox, Dermal Fillers and Sclero Therapy Botox ®, dermal fillers, and sclerotherapy, one of twelve titles in Milady's Aesthetican Series, discusses the hottest procedures in the non-surgical aesthetics industry today. This guide looks into each and every aspect of these exciting procedures including patient selection, patient satisfaction, and recovery time. All the reader's questions will be answered and deep discussion of the differences and unique qualities of each procedure will lead the reader to a complete understanding of these cutting edge processes. Included are many thorough case studies, as well as invaluable before and after photos that will allow the reader to actually see results, leading to an enhanced understanding of the material. Facial anatomy is also covered in the book, leading to an understanding of how the facial muscles interact and how the face ages. The reader will be able to determine the best course of action for each patient, how these techniques are better than surgery, and what the results will be. ISBN10: 1401881696 ISBN 13: 9781401881696 Copyright: 2006 Hardcopy Cost: $55.95 (plus $6 shipping) Seven to ten business days for delivery
	Milady’s Aesthetician Series: Medical Terminology: A handbook for the Skin Care Specialist Medical Terminology: A Handbook for the Skin Care Specialist explores medical terminology in the spa and medical office setting, starting with basic language and moving into the more advanced. The reader will benefit from the in-depth look into the roots of words, the Latin and Greek languages they come from, and learn roots making deciphering the terms easier. End of chapter exercises provided as an independent study tool that will allow the reader to review terms on their own. As the terms are more clearly understood the reader will be able to work them into their own everyday language. Most importantly, the terms included are the most up-to-date and relevant to the aesthetics industry and will leave the reader with the most cutting edge information necessary to succeed. The text is fun and easy to use and will provide all of the tools necessary to fully educate the aesthetics professional in the ever-important area of terminology. ISBN 10: 1401881718 ISBN 13: 9781401881719 Copyright: 2006 Hardcopy Cost: $55.95 (plus $6 shipping) Seven to ten business days for delivery
	Milady’s Aesthetician Series: Common Drugs and Side Effects: A Handbook for the Aesthetician This guide is designed to act as a quick drug reference for the aesthetician who requires information on drugs, their purpose, drug interactions, and potential effects and side effects, especially as they pertain to skin conditions. This unique resource highlights drugs that will impact the skin, and as such, the ability to treat the skin with traditional topical or clinical treatments familiar in the spa or medical spa. Designed to increase knowledge in specific categories that are beneficial to patient care, the guide is organized to include coverage of common drugs for women; drugs used in the aging process; drugs used for autoimmune diseases; drugs for bacterial infections, viral infections, and fungal infections; drugs that affect the skin; drugs used for skin therapies; illegal drugs; and over-the-counter drugs. Special features of this reference guide include charts and illustrations for visual learning and a dictionary of drugs, their purpose and possible reactions. ISBN 10: 1401881726 ISBN 13: 9781401881726 Copyright: 2008 Hardcopy Cost: $55.95 (plus $6 shipping) Seven to ten business days for delivery
	Milady’s Aesthetician Series: Advanced Hair Removal This extensive manual provides a modernized approach to hair removal and dispels the rumors, old wives tales, and half truths about hair growth, hair removal, and the techniques that are associated with the procedures. Deigned to act as a resource for students and practicing aestheticians, Advanced Waxing and Hair Removal discusses the must-know subjects of anatomy and physiology; patient interviewing; charting; techniques; and how to grow a hair removal business; and includes patient studies, photographs and recommendations for treatment. Illustrated are the processes of hair removal by following several candidates through different hair removal techniques and provides many illustrations to observe the results. Documentation of treatment plans, interviewing techniques, and patient recommendations are made available to the reader. In addition, the book discusses the use of lasers, who can perform this procedure, how it works, and why it may be the single prong in the hair removal plan for a patient. With its simple, non-intimidating approach, this handbook provides the reader with advanced, updated, and need-to-know information about the hair removal process. ISBN 10: 1401881742 ISBN 13: 9781401881740 Copyright: 2007 Hardcopy Cost: $55.95 (plus $6 shipping) Seven to ten business days for delivery
	Milady’s Aesthetician Series: Advanced Face and Body Treatment for the Spa Advanced Face and Body Treatments for the Spa, one of twelve titles in Milady's Aesthetician Series, covers the wide range of advanced treatments that help clients to relax and rejuvenate. The book begins with in-depth coverage of the anatomy and physiology of the skin, as well as the muscular and cardiovascular systems. Subsequent chapters build on familiar treatments, such as facials, and focus on advanced topics such as lymphatic drainage and body treatments. This book concludes with two valuable chapters on marketing your spa and understanding the business of spa treatments. It is a complete guide for providing the most imaginative and cutting edge spa treatments. ISBN 10: 1401881750 ISBN 13: 9781401881757 Copyright: 2008 Hardcopy Cost: $55.95 (plus $6 shipping) Seven to ten business days for delivery
	Milady’s Aesthetician Series: Microdermabrasion This book's innovative approach to teaching advanced microdermabrasion techniques makes it easy for aestheticians, clinicians and physicians to follow proven techniques. Professionals in medical skin care facilities, day spas and resort spas will find that the case studies and specific instructions for implementing process will give them invaluable insight into performing highly successful treatments. This book is just one of 12 in Milady's groundbreaking Aesthetician Series aimed at addressing the advanced educational needs of aestheticians. ISBN 10: 1401881769 ISBN 13: 9781401881764 Copyright: 2006 Hardcopy Cost: $55.95 (plus $6 shipping) Seven to ten business days for delivery
	Milady’s Aesthetician Series: Peels and Peeling Agents This book's innovative approach to teaching advanced peeling techniques and the use of peeling agents makes it easy for aestheticians, clinicians and physicians to follow proven techniques. Professionals in medical skin care facilities, day spas and resort spas will find that the case studies and specific instructions for implementing processes will give them invaluable insight into performing highly successful treatments. This book is just one of 12 in Milady's groundbreaking Aesthetician Series aimed at addressing the advanced educational needs of aestheticians, medical skin care professionals and others in the field. ISBN 10: 1401881777 ISBN 13: 9781401881771 Copyright: 2006 Hardcopy Cost: $55.95 (plus $6 shipping) Seven to ten business days for delivery
	Milady’s Aesthetician Series: Ensuring an Optimal Outcome in Skin Care This book's innovative approach to teaching advanced peeling techniques and the use of peeling agents makes it easy for aestheticians, clinicians and physicians to follow proven techniques. Professionals in medical skin care facilities, day spas and resort spas will find that the case studies and specific instructions for implementing processes will give them invaluable insight into performing highly successful treatments. This book is just one of 12 in Milady's groundbreaking Aesthetician Series aimed at addressing the advanced educational needs of aestheticians, medical skin care professionals and others in the field. ISBN10: 1401881785 ISBN 13: 9781401881788 Copyright: 2006 Hardcopy Cost: $55.95 (plus $6 shipping) Seven to ten business days for delivery
	Aromatherapy, Therapeutic Use of Essential Oils for Esthetics and Spa Therapy Aromatherapy by Jimm Harrison explores the complex and important chemistry and application of essential oils. With alternative and natural therapies becoming a part of daily life, this pertinent topic deserves this complete and informative treatment. Through aromatherapy, the use of essential oils is a creative, versatile, and powerfully effective treatment. This book provides the therapist and enthusiast with the tools and knowledge necessary to understand the complexities of essential oil therapy, and confidently utilize its healing potential. There is also extensive coverage of 33 essential oils allows the reader to know in-depth how these oils should be valued and used in a spa or medical setting. The book carefully notes and explains the many varying descriptions of essential oils that are out there, and presents in detail the reasons why conflicting information exists and how to filter through it. The inclusion of the plant origin of the essential oils in order to more clearly define their healing properties as well as their relationship with human hormonal balance adds dimension to the book. In all, Aromatherapy provides a thorough and accurate essential oils study for the reader, and will remain an invaluable resource in continued practice. ISBN 10: 1401898955 ISBN 13: 9781401898953 Copyright: 2008 Hardcopy Cost: $43.95 (plus $6 shipping) Seven to ten business days for delivery
	Hydrotherapy for Health and Wellness: Theory Programs & Treatments Hydrotherapy for Health and Wellness: Theory Programs & Treatments written by Richard Eidson, deals with the complete and practical understanding of the nature and principles of water. Hydrotherapy means water therapy and water is life giving, healing and restorative, with far reaching health benefits. This ancient technique and its treatments can be used by massage therapists, estheticians, and cosmetologists alike. Based on new developments in several areas, hydrotherapy is now used in the modern spa, medical spa, and wellness center. Treatments help clients feel healthy, improve and prevent overall health problems including mental health and enhance personal appearances such as anti-aging. ISBN 10: 1418049298 ISBN 13: 9781418049294 Copyright: 2009 Hardcopy Cost: $37.95 (plus $6 shipping) Seven to ten business days for delivery
	Milady’s Aesthetician Series: A Comprehensive Guide to Equipment The skin care industry is constantly expanding with newer equipment and technology. A Comprehensive Guide to Equipment, part of Milady's Aesthetician Series, addresses the ever-increasing questions about technology information and how to apply and use it in everyday practice as a professional beauty consultant. Aestheticians will welcome this easy-to-read companion that guides readers through the process of evaluating, purchasing and using equipment from the basics such as treatment beds and skin analysis equipment to advanced equipment including oxygen equipment and microdermabrasion. ISBN 10: 1418050784 ISBN 13: 9781418050788 Copyright: 2009 Hardcopy Cost: $55.95 (plus $6 shipping) Seven to ten business days for delivery
	Skin Care and Cosmetic Ingredients Dictionary The second edition of this thorough reference is an invaluable tool for assessing cosmetic products, addressing both the quality of the product and the effect it has on the skin. Since a product's ultimate purpose is to benefit the skin, it is crucial to have an understanding of how the skin works, how and why a product may or may not penetrate it, and what care individual skin types and conditions may require. It is difficult to discuss product ingredients without correlating product performance to skin function. An expanded section on skin physiology and chemical concepts enables the reader to better understand product performance through a thorough explanation of how chemicals and ingredients interact. The various skin types, conditions, and appropriate ingredients for treatments provide a quick reference to address clients' needs. This enlarged second edition contains over 2,000 ingredients including 200 new and updated entries. Expanded information on antioxidants and their stability, new discussion on aging and sensitive skin, and function of SPF and new sunblock ingredients offering full spectrum sunscreen and sunblock for both UVA and UVB rays has been added. A complete glossary of terms found in the skin physiology section familiarizes readers with the terminology used by chemists, and an appendix cross-referencing Latin botanical names with commonly used names complete this reference. ISBN 10: 1562536605 ISBN 13: 9781562536602 Copyright: 2001 Hardcopy Cost: $37.95 (plus $6 shipping) Seven to ten business days for delivery