Alyssa Cink
Through articles, newsletters, and social media posts, Marketing Content Editor Alyssa Cink provides risk management education to wellness professionals nationwide. A Gonzaga University alumna with a Bachelor of Arts in English and minors in Spanish and journalism, Alyssa's passion for communication enables her to write engaging and clear content across mediums. A former "Harry Potter" fan club president, she is a fervent reader and podcast listener who also enjoys exploring Utah with her corgi.
3 Ways to Avoid Giving Bad Nutritional Guidance
You know that good nutritional guidance is key to healthy living. With food (and information about food) being so abundantly available in the United States, one might assume that Americans eat nutritious diets. And, yes, statistics like lower stroke mortality and higher rates of cancer screening in America stand out from peer countries, Health Policy…
Read MoreWhat’s the difference between estheticians and master estheticians?
A young man books a consultation to address his chronic acne. As you open your mouth to discuss goals and potential solutions, he starts listing a dozen treatments he insists will kick his closed comedones to the curb: Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) peels. Microdermabrasion. Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy. Radiofrequency (RF). Lymphatic drainage massages. Unfortunately, his…
Read MoreNo Bad Odors: How to Remove Bad Smells and Find the Best-Smelling Massage Oils and Candles
In the wellness world, smells mean a lot. That’s why many massage therapists are hard pressed about finding the best-smelling massage oil (or determining how to remove smells clients don’t like). Scientists asked 225 individuals from nine diverse cultures—like hunter-gatherers and urban-dwellers—what they thought about 10 unique scents. Most agreed that vanillin, the main component…
Read More“My hairdresser cut my hair too short!” How Hairdressers Handle Cutting Too Much Hair Off
“My hairdresser cut my hair too short!” “Does anyone know what to do with a bad haircut that’s too short?” “Any advice on how to fix a too-short haircut?” If you’ve never accidentally cut hair too short, you don’t know the gut-wrenching, heart-sinking feeling. But many of your clients have experienced this before. Like one…
Read MoreDangerous Chemicals in Nail Salons: Safety Precautions for Nail Salon Workers Exposed to Toxic Chemicals
Birth defects. Nervous system damage. Cancer. Eye, skin, and throat irritation. Allergies. Asthma. Dermatitis. What do these potential risk factors have in common? They’re all possible harms that could stem from exposure to dangerous chemicals in nail salons. Meanwhile, employment in the nail industry is on the rise. With the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics…
Read More5 Ways to Make First-Time Massage Clients More Comfortable
First-time massage clients are a big deal. That first massage appointment is your chance to make a lasting impression. Getting a massage for the first time should be the kind of experience your new massage clients rave about. Make it a positive experience, and they’ll likely become repeat customers and refer you to their friends.…
Read MoreLife as an Esthetician: Here’s how your work environment affects esthetician health and safety
When you think about your life as an esthetician, do you ever worry about your safety? Esthetician health and safety rarely makes front-page news—even in the beauty industry. That spot is frequently reserved for hairstylists with their hot curling irons, or nail techs with their exposure to cuts and hot water. But we want to…
Read MoreHow to Prevent Overuse Injuries in Your Salon: Master Your Craft, Protect Your Body
Think of a job site that’s prone to overuse injuries. What comes to mind first? Did you picture a construction site, where workers repeatedly lift heavy things and handle heavy machinery? Maybe you thought of crime scenes and fires, where first responders encounter varying degrees of danger and exertion every day. Now, let’s get real:…
Read MoreLymphatic Drainage Massage Dangers and Side Effects
As a massage therapist or esthetician, have you studied the potential lymphatic drainage massage dangers? Lymphatic system drainage massage (a.k.a. manual lymphatic drainage or MLD) is a gentle and relaxing technique. By lightly stretching the skin, it’s used to stimulate the lymphatic system, a group of organs, tissues, and vessels that balance bodily fluids and…
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