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Javits Convention Center, NYC International Beauty Show, International Aesthetics Cosmetics+Spa Show from the louder side of the tradeshow...the hair centric International Beauty Show -hair demos and eye candy galore ...from Alterna Italy Private label skin and body care manufacturing companies offer a range of increasingly sophisticated -standard and customized collections, and packaging options---for those looking to launch their own lines including physicians, spa owners, make-up artists---or really anyone who can afford it. This is a side of the beauty biz a lot of consumers don't know about-but explains some of the likeness of so many products on the market. One reason why so many folks benefit from launching their own lines- those nice profit margins -with no middleman mark-ups/ad budgets...selling directly to their customer base. Vitelle Labs was one company exhibiting- that impressed- with its products and packaging options, ranging from the eco -plant de...

AN OASIS IN MIDTOWN MANHATTAN: A DESTINATION FOR THE HEALING ARTS OF BEAUTY Words, Judith Ecochard Images courtesy of Susan Ciminelli and J. Ecochard We believe in karma. And not surprisingly, so too does the warm, arms always open…and energetic--- Susan Ciminelli . A pioneer in holistic modalities of skin care, world traveler/absorber of cultures, and trained healer of all things that cherish and pamper the body (and inner well being), Ciminelli suffered what some would call a major setback when her destination day spa atop chi-chi department store Bergdorf Goodman, was burnt to the bones, courtesy of an errant dryer being used by the neighboring hair salon. We vaguely remember going there years ago. Well, once the elevator opened onto her new spacious spa/ salon located in a just off Park Avenue, easy to get to locale, we immediately exhaled with relief. And we thought, this upscale and welcoming environs is unforgettable! The bright reception area scented with cleansing incense, ...