When it comes to spa and skin care services, it seems professionals will be seeing more of holistic and medical aesthetic practices merging.

A weak or damaged skin barrier is mostly dry or dehydrated, so it is unable to lock in moisture, making it easier for irritants and bacteria to penetrate the skin. If a client's skin easily reacts to products and feels a stinging or burning sensation during product application, chances are their skin barrier is damaged.

While acne can occur at any age, teenagers and young adults are more likely to get acne breakouts, thanks to an influx of hormones.

This can feel overwhelming to a teenage client during a stage of life when they are already experiencing a lot of changes.

Microneedling, also called collagen induction therapy, has become an increasingly widespread skin treatment for those who want to improve the look of their skin, boost collagen, and minimize acne scarring, photoaging, and stretch marks.