THE WHAT? Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW) held its annual Achiever Awards to acknowledge eight leaders who are shaping the industry. The Visionary Awards will follow with a live event in Santa Monica next week.
THE DETAILS This year’s honorees included Jenny Belknap; SVP, Enterprise Marketing & Portfolio Strategy, North America at The Estée Lauder Companies; Maria Chiclana, Chief Legal Officer & Global General Counsel for Shiseido; Ulta Beauty’s Penny Coy, Senior Vice President, Merchandising, Skincare, Bodycare, Haircare, Wellness; Ali Goldstein, President: L’Oréal Paris USA; Andrea Harrison, Former VP, Merchandising Beauty/Personal Care & Hispanic Center of Excellence at CVS Health; Anitra Marsh, VP & Chief Communications Officer: P&G Beauty; and Christine Chang and Sarah Lee, Co-founders and Co-CEOs, Glow Recipe.
In addition the Fashion Institute of Technology’s Virginia Bonofiglio picked up the Inspiring Educator Award, while L’Oreal’s Angela Guy was took the Catalyst for Change title.
THE WHY? Carlotta Jacobson, CEW President, explains, “The Achiever Awards shine a light on the need for recognition and advancement of women in leadership. Our industry thrives on the strength of its female leaders, and it’s more essential than ever to champion their remarkable contributions.”
Clinical aesthetics products refer to a category of products used in the field of medical aesthetics or cosmetic dermatology. These products are typically designed and formulated to be used under the supervision of healthcare professionals, such as dermatologists, plastic surgeons, or trained aestheticians. They are distinct from over-the-counter cosmetics in that they often contain active ingredients or formulations that require expertise in their application or administration.
Examples of clinical aesthetics products include:
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Dermal Fillers: Injectable substances used to add volume, smooth wrinkles, and enhance facial contours. Examples include hyaluronic acid fillers like Juvederm and Restylane.
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Botulinum Toxin (Botox): Injectables that temporarily paralyze facial muscles to reduce the appearance of wrinkles caused by repetitive movements, such as frown lines and crow's feet.
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Chemical Peels: Solutions applied to the skin to exfoliate and improve its texture. They can treat acne, pigmentation issues, and signs of aging.
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Laser and Light Therapies: Devices that emit focused light or laser energy to treat various skin conditions, including acne, scars, and signs of aging.
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Prescription Skincare Products: Formulations containing active ingredients like retinoids (vitamin A derivatives), hydroquinone, or prescription-strength antioxidants to address specific skin concerns under medical supervision.