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Day Spa Association - Pro Knowledge Workshops 2011

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 06:47:00 -0800

New 2011 Pro Knowledge Workshops
Day Spa Association & International Medical Spa Association
Present Medical Aesthetics, Wellness, Business & Trends Conferences

Minneapolis, MN It is time to learn today to lead tomorrow! The Day Spa Association and the International Medical Spa association announce the launch of their exciting new Pro Knowledge Workshops, set to bring to quality nationally respected educators with 20 CE qualified workshops and two conferences in one to a city near you at an extremely affordable price. There will be Medical Aesthetics and Wellness Seminars, Business & Trends Seminars plus a full day of manufacturer sponsored workshops.

This comprehensive series of workshops will be perfect for physicians from every discipline, full-service salon, day spa and medical spa owners and their staffs, as well as massage therapists, aestheticians, cosmetologists and wellness practitioners.
The new Pro Knowledge Workshops are not trade shows. They are education events designed to give attendees the tools to take their business to the next level. Each conference will feature pre-negotiated low cost hotel rooms, 24 hour airport to hotel shuttles, easy interstate access and Internet capabilities with easy access to local restaurants and entertainment. Registration Fees are flexible with one day for $165, two days for $220 and all three days for only $300. The Registration Fee includes lunch each day and all attendees will receive a 1 year membership in either association – a $195 value. To keep these events small and personalized, space will be limited, so register early.
DSA Conference Schedule: This new DSA and IMSA regional education program will be hosted in Indianapolis on January 15 to 17, Nashville from April 2 to 4, Minneapolis from July 16 to 18 and Portland, OR from September 24 to 26, 2011.

Medical Aesthetics: Hosted by the IMSA, this workshop section will be perfect for surgeons, nursing professionals, physicians, spa and wellness practice owners as well as anyone involved in aesthetic medicine. Dr. Patrick Byrne, MD FACS, Director of Facial plastic Surgery, Johns Hopkins Scholl of Medicine, will present The Human Face – Expression, Beauty & Youth with Principles for the Thoughtful Practitioner. Dr Anthony Brissett, MD FACS, Chief of Facial Reconstruction and Plastic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, will be discussing Microtia repair, Rhinoplasty, and facial Rejuvenation. Dr. Bruce Freedman, MD FACS will present Polyphenolic Antioxidants and Multimodal Intervention For Skin Rejuvenation. Lauren Olson, PZ-C will present Pre and Post Usage of Spa Therapies To Improve Surgical Outcomes. Jim Larkey will present Advances in the Use of Computer assisted Photo Analysis.
Wellness & Aesthetics: these workshops are designed to give attendees insight into how to respond to the growing consumer demand for a wellness component to aesthetics. Hosted by the IMSA, speakers include Tamayra Comeaux, MD, NMD will present Beyond Bio-Identicals, Rescue For The Glandular Failure; Dr. Christian H. Reichart, DC, CCSP will present Spa & Well Being – Innovative New Therapies; Jimm Harrison, Master Aromatherapist will present Inside & Out – Innovations In Nutritional / Holistic Skin & Beautycare; Dr. Harry Fallick, DO, who will present Glycation & The Dermis – Keys To Intrinsic Aging.

Functional Business: Hosted by the DSA, this series of workshops include nationally and internationally recognized experts. Patti Biro of Patti Biro & Associates will present How To Host A Special Event & Get Paid For It. Alfredo Carvajal of Universal Companies will host Creating An Effective Menu. Ken Cassidy of Kassidy Salon Management Consulting will present How To Set Up & Run Your Business From The Front Desk as well as a session on Retailing. Dan Chandre of Spa Booker by Gramercy One will present The 7 Secrets To Effective Gift Card Selling. Sheila Light will host a session on The Art Of Intake – Physical, Emotional & Spiritual assessment. Larry Oskin of Marketing Solutions will present a session on Getting The Word Out To The Media – Using Public Relations To Get Attention. Allan Share, president of DSA and IMSA will present You + Vendors = Success. Greg Stickley of Edge Systems will offer a session on Marketing To Your Neighborhood. Monte Zwang of Wellness Capital Management will offer a session on Good Debt & Bad Debt.

Trends ~ Ahead Of The Curve: Hosted by the DSA, this track will also offer a series of Sunday and Monday workshops. Bruce Baltz will share SPA – Service, Perseverance & Advancement. Felicia Brown of SpaLutions will review Social Media. Patti Biro will present Compassion Fatigue & Burnout – A Panel Discussion on the realities of spa ownership. Monte Zwang will also add a session on Using Consumer data To Deliver What Your Clients Want.

Continuing Education: Aestheticians, Cosmetologists, Massage Therapists, Nurses, PAs, Medical Assistants and Wellness Practitioners will be able to earn up to 10 Continuing Education Units. While each state determines what is acceptable CE for licensure renewals, you may contact Patti Biro for more information at Info@PattiBiro.com.

Affordable, Better & Different ~ Quality Pro Knowledge Workshops: Registration Fees are flexible with one day for $165, two days for $220 and all three days for only $300. Coordinated by Eric Light, Executive Director of DSA and IMSA, these special new Pro Knowledge workshop events will be small and personal. Get ready to learn today to lead tomorrow! For more information on the Pro Knowledge Workshops, visit www.ProKnowledgeWorkshops.com or contact Eric Light at 513-706-8208, Eric@DaySpaAssociation.com.

Sponsorships & Networking Opportunities: Universal Companies is the Platinum Sponsor for these educational events. Additional Corporate Sponsors include Action Bag, Earthlite, HydraFacial MD, Image Skincare, Marine Agency, Pino, Solveras, SpaRitual, and Spa Booker.

DSA & IMSA Membership: Visit the Day Spa Association and International Medical Spa Association to explore many of the wonderful new membership benefits. Allan Share notes, “Consumers are asking our industry to change and to see wellness as an essential part of spa and beauty. We must stay open to new ideas to successfully shape the future of our spa industry. Our goal is to make the DSA and IMSA the leading trade associations in the professional spa, aesthetics and wellness industries. We will continue to provide a one-stop-source for information, the place to learn about allied professions and fields as well as an easy connection to other colleagues in the U.S. and around the world.” For more information or to join the Day Spa Association, visit www.DaySpaAssociation.com. For the International Medical Spa association, visit www.MedicalSpaAssociation.org.

DSA and IMSA are now headquartered at 2863 Hedberg Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55305 USA. Allan Share may be reached at 877-851-8998 or via email at Allan@DaySpaAssociation.com.

Pevonia Looking For International Educator

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 11:21:00 -0800

New LIve Day - Spa Hospitality Expo - July 28

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 11:57:00 -0800

Attendee Sample - Spa Hospitalty Expo - May 26 - August 26

Wed, 12 May 2010 14:11:00 -0800

Sample List of Companies Attending Spa Hospitality Expo!

Qua Baths & Spa - NV • The Spa at Stone Creek- LA • Sheraton Dammam - Saudi Arabia • Milagro Spa - NJ • Ecoterra Hotels - Belize • The Heartland Spa - IL • Fairmont Le Chateau - QC • Marriotts Grand Hotel - AL • Four Seasons - HI • Heavenly Spa Savanah - GA • Radiant Health - TX • St. Andrews CC - FL • Aqua Spa - India • Gold Strike Casino Hotel - MS • Four Seasons Hong Kong • Four Season Riyadah • Hela Spa - MD • Abundant Springs Spa - Australia • Buddha Spa - Brazil • Hela Biltmore Spa - FL• Finest Spa - France • Wellness Terapi - Denmark • Four Seasons Paris • Cotton Spa - France • Body Biz - Netherlands • Golden Door - CO - Malaysian Association of Hotels • Four Seasons Malyasia • Four Seasons - Argentina • Spa Association - Argentina • Grand Wailea Resort - HI • Banyan Tree - Brazil • Indulge Senses Spa - South Africa • Marbela Spa & Salon - TX • Water Wellness - Spain • Tivoli Hotels - Portugal • Rosewood Resort - Mexico • LifeBotanica - NY • The Body Holiday - St. Lucia • Marriott - ON • The Green House - TX • Naples Grand Beach - FL • Fountain of Youth - HI • The Sagamore - NY • Sundara Inn & Spa - WI • Red Door Spas - NY • Syngergy Med Spa - MO • Marriott - AZ • The Spa at The Inn at Bay Harbor - MI • Pala Casino Spa & Resort - CA • Spa Solage - CA • Sedona Resorts - AZ • Boyne Resorts - MI • MedAesthetics - CA • The Pebble Spa Co.- MN - Hope Lake Lodge - NY • Red Awning - WI • Larimar Spa - FL • The Ritz-Carlton - FL • Serenity Face & Body - FL • Spa de' Michelle - WA • Mandarin Oriental - NY • Half Moon - Jamaica

Free Education May 26 & 27 - Spa Hospitality Expo

Thu, 06 May 2010 12:35:00 -0800

Spa Hospitality Expo Free Admission
Global Spa & Wellness Expo

Hosted Live And Interactive - On The Internet May 26 & 27
On Demand Till August 26

Dear Jed,
Spa Hospitality Expo Free Education - Open to Professionals

Topics / Speakers                                         Title                         Presentations                 CST Time
                                                                                                                   *Key Note                   May 26
Spa Masters
Hugh Jones · Carolyn Wilcox      Owners Consulting Firms    Wellness As A Business             9:30 to 10:30
Tammy Pahel · Deborah Evans                                                               Platform
Green Hospitality
Scott Parisi                                  President-Eco Green Hotels     Transforming Hotels/Resorts     11:00 to 12:00
Wellness Trends
Leslie Clover                                 President-Aspen Spa Mgt.        The Spectrum of Wellness      1:00 to 2:00
Wellness Market-Macro View
Jed Horowtiz                              Founder - Healing Arts Guide   * The Changing Wellness Mkt. 2:30 to 3:30
Nutrition & Supplements
Greg Kunin                                     Founder/CEO Ola-Loa          Supplements Understanding      4:00 to 5:00
                     The Basics
                                                                                                                                                                May 27
Wellness Tourism
Raoul Andrews                      Senior Adviser - Aspen Spa Mgt.    Wellness & Medical Tourism      9:30 to 10:30
Responsible Capitalism
Jeffrey Hollander        Founder CEO/ Seventh Generation   * The Responsibility Revolution 11:30 to 12:30
Natural & Organic Ingredients                               How The Next Gen. Of Business Will Win
Jack Corley                                 VP - Trilogy Fragrances            Ingredients Understanding           1:00 to 2:00
Organic Skin Care     The Basics
Michael Beresford     President Moor Spa Organic Skin Care Controversy    2:30 to 3:30
Branding & Marketing
Dr. Carl Boger    Ass. Dean of Academic Programs      Hospitality Branding & Mkt.      4:00 to 5:00                University Of Houston

CLICK HERE - ATTENDEE PRESENTATION

FREE REGISTRATION - CLICK HERE

Join us for great education, chat live with industry executives around the globe, source new products, capture discounts on first orders, win prizes and more! I hope to chat with you May 26 & 27.

Sincerely,

Jed Horowitz
Healing Arts Guide

PR -Global Virtual Trade Show - Spa Hospitality Expo Starts May 26

Thu, 06 May 2010 05:59:00 -0800

Healing Arts Stores, LLC

11 Cedar Lane

Weston, CT 06883

May 4, 2010

P: 203-226-0248

jed@healingartsguide.com

Spa Hospitality Expo – Spring 2010

Global Spa & Wellness Exposition

The first virtual trade show for professionals in the global Spa & Wellness

Market opens May 26, live and interactive on the Internet, the show runs for 90 days. Hosted by Healing Arts Guide, Spa Hospitality Expo takes the most successful elements of traditional events and brings these elements into a virtual world. Attendees at a very high level have registered to enjoy free education, product demos, event networking, presentations and prizes.

More then forty of the best suppliers are exhibiting in two virtual trade show floors. Attendees will be able to chat live with executives from each company, source new products, receive free education and discounts on first orders from most brands.

Jeffrey Hollander, Founder & CEO of Seventh Generation will deliver the Key Note address on May 27. The topic of his presentation: The Responsibility Revolution, How The Next Generation Of Businesses Will Win. “We are excited to have Jeffrey deliver the Key Note address for the first virtual exposition in the Wellness Market”, said Jed Horowitz, founder of Healing Arts. “Responsible capitalism is a topic we have covered extensively since our inception six years ago.”

“Advanced digital delivery of content is an imperative for the Spa & Wellness market,” said Mr. Horowitz. “SHE gives brands exposure and reach at a fraction of the cost of traditional shows, eliminates travel and creates linked integrated solutions for suppliers. We are delivering a new low cost high reach program for our sponsors and connecting them with buyers around the globe in a new dynamic platform.”

Free registration is open and interested professionals can go to www.healingartsguide.com and click on the registration link direct from the home page. Or drop Jed Horowitz a note at jed@healingartsguide.com - We look forward to chatting live with you May 26 & 27.

23 Days To Spa Hospitality Expo! Global Virtual Trade Show For The Spa and Wellness Market

Mon, 03 May 2010 15:17:00 -0800

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Attendee Sample - Spa Hospitalty Expo - May 1 Last Day For Discounts

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 15:19:00 -0800

Dear Jed, Professionals at a very high level have registered for Spa Hospitality Expo. In the sample list below all are owners or senior executives and no one has registered under the position of Spa Director. Qua Baths & Spa - NV · The Spa at Stone Creek- LA · Sheraton Dammam - Saudi Arabia · Milagro Spa - NJ · Ecoterra Hotels - Belize · The Heartland Spa - IL · Fairmont Le Chateau - QC · Marriotts Grand Hotel - AL · Four Seasons - HI · Heavenly Spa Savanah - GA · Radiant Health - TX · St. Andrews CC - FL · Aqua Spa - India · Gold Strike Casino Hotel - MS · Four Seasons Hong Kong · Four Season Riyadah · Hela Spa - MD · Abundant Springs Spa - Australia · Buddha Spa - Brazil · Hela Biltmore Spa - FL· Finest Spa - France · Wellness Terapi - Denmark · Four Seasons Paris · Cotton Spa - France · Body Biz - Netherlands · Golden Door - CO - Malaysian Association of Hotels · Four Seasons Malyasia · Four Seasons - Argentina · Spa Association - Argentina · Grand Wailea Resort - HI · Banyan Tree - Brazil · Indulge Senses Spa - South Africa · Marbela Spa & Salon - TX · Water Wellness - Spain · Tivoli Hotels - Portugal · Rosewood Resort - Mexico · LifeBotanica - NY · The Body Holiday - St. Lucia · Marriott - ON · The Green House - TX · Naples Grand Beach - FL · Fountain of Youth - HI · The Sagamore - NY · The Peninsula Hotel - Bangkok

		Global Virtual Trade Show: Live and interactive May 26 & 27 - SHE runs for 90 days! Domestic & Global Mkt. Campaign Low Cost participation Detailed reporting functions on buyer activity in each booth Comprehensive educational program, prize center, virtual lounge, media center & more Benefits Include Full Year Sales Support On www.healingartsguide.com Low Cost - No travel, association fees, unions and favoritism Demonstrate products, treatments, & services through any digital format Sales Support program includes 20 products & links! Extensive research and transparency on attendance See Spa Hospitality Expo In Action - Click Here!

There is still time to capture discounted rates and be part of a new era in brand marketing to the global Spa Market. For an invitation or exhibitor information, please send me a note to jed@healingartsguide.com - I hope you are well. Jed Horowitz Healing Arts Guide email: jed@healingartsguide.com phone: 203-226-0248 web: google ranks H.A. #1 when searching "Professional Spa Wellness Products" http://healingartsguide.com

Spa Hospitality Expo - Free Registration - Attendee Presentation

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 07:12:00 -0800

SPA HOSPITALITY EXPO - starts May 26 & 27 - This is a internet hosted virtual trade show free to professionals in the Spa & Wellness market. Click on the link below to see the attendee presentation about the benefits of SHE and all the great experiences you will have.

		Free Education Line-Up! SPA MASTERS - Wellness as a Business Platform Spa Branding & Marketing Green Hospitality The Changing Wellness Market Supplements - Facts/Fiction & Benefits Responsible Capitalism Social Media - Real Life Success Stories Advanced Digital Initiatives - Transforming The Spa Mkt. Weight Management In America Spa Hospitality Expo - Attendee Presentation

50 of the best companies in our industry are exhibiting representing the following categories: Skin & Body Care, Facials, Aromatherapy, Natural & Organic Retail, Spa Equipment, Insurance, Operations Software, Spa Uniforms, Robes & Slippers, Fine Linens, Steam Generators, Massage Tables, Eco-Friendly & more! Registration is open, just click on the link above, fill in the fields and you are all set! You can even invite others from your company as well! I hope to chat with you live May 26 & 27. Jed Horowitz Healing Arts Guide email: jed@healingartsguide.com phone: 203-226-0248 web: google ranks H.A. #1 when searching "Professional Spa Wellness Products" http://healingartsguide.com

SPA HOSPITALITY EXPO - REGISTRATION OPENS

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:52:00 -0800

Dear Jed, SPA HOSPITALITY EXPO opens May 26 & 27 AND YOU ARE INVITED! This is a FREE global virtual trade show hosted on the internet for professionals like you! There will be great key note speakers, education, live streaming presentations and on-demand content delivery. 50 of the best companies in our industry will be offering free education, prizes, lectures and new products! 30,000 professionals are being invited around the globe to this first true virtual event for the Spa & Wellness market. From Argentina to Singapore, you will be able to chat live with like minded pros around the globe.

		Show Overview: Live and interactive May 26 & 27 - SHE runs for 90 days! Domestic & Global Pros From 30 countries No Travel or Charge To Attend Comprehensive Education Prize Center, Virtual Lounge, Media Center & More Download Free Content Exchange Virtual Business Cards CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Visit with 50 of the best companies in our industry including: Pevonia, Jane Iredale, Guinot, Essensa, Issimo, Isun, Marine Agency, Kashwere, Nvey-Eco, Declor, ID Landau, Oakworks, Moor Spa, Mr. Steam and many others! Registration is open, just click on the link above, fill in the fields and you are all set! You can even invite others from your company as well! Together, we can change the industry for the better. Jed Horowitz Healing Arts Guide email: jed@healingartsguide.com phone: 203-226-0248 web: google ranks H.A. #1 when searching "Professional Spa Wellness Products" http://healingartsguide.com

The Demeter Ass. Clarifys Relationship With Eminence

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:20:00 -0800

The Demeter Association Inc. would like to make the following clarifications concerning its relationship with Eminence Organic Skin Care.

Demeter is an international organization that was formed in Europe in 1928 to promote Biodynamic® farming. A certification system, defined by rigorous farming and processing standards, was developed. Today, an international standard for the farming and processing of Demeter products exists worldwide and is implemented through a network of individual certification organizations in 45 countries around the world.

In the United States, both DEMETER® and BIODYNAMIC® are held as registered certification marks by the Demeter Association. Demeter is a not-for-profit and the goal of holding these certification marks is to protect the integrity of Biodynamic agriculture. In order to use the terms BIODYNAMIC, DEMETER, and DEMETER CERTIFIED BIODYNAMIC in reference to a product or farm, the product has to meet the Demeter Processing Standard, and the farm has to meet the Demeter Farm Standard. These standards create a base marketplace definition for the benefit of consumers and producers.

Eminence Organic Skin Care is currently certified as a Trader of Demeter certified product in the USA. Eminence is approved to import Cosmetic/ Body Care Products into the USA that are certified by Demeter International to the Demeter Processing Standards and label them with the DEMETER / BIODYNAMIC certification marks. Eminence’s current Trader certification applies to nine products certified to the third labeling tier of the Cosmetic and Body Care Standard that allows use of the BIODYNAMIC certification mark in the ingredient statement only as noted in section 10.3.2.3 of the Demeter Cosmetic and Body Care Standard.

10.3.2.3 Use of the words DEMETER CERTIFIED BIODYNAMIC is permitted in the ingredients list only when:

The label “Demeter Certified Biodynamic” is used only in conjunction with the Demeter Certified Biodynamic ingredient(s), and

The product meets an “organic” or “natural” standard approved by Demeter Association (e.g. BDIH, BIOKONTROLL Hungary, Cosmos, Ecocert, NaTrue, NSF etc) concerning all processes, additives and ingredients, and be labeled as such, or

The product meets this standard with the exception of one or more ingredients of non- agricultural origin permitted in a “natural” standard mentioned above, and

Font style and size for use of the Demeter Certified Biodynamic is the same as the text used on the information panel, i.e. lower case, bold and in italics.

The DEMETER CERTIFIED BIODYNAMIC trademark logos cannot be used anywhere on the product label. Marketing and labeling must not mislead the consumer into thinking the product qualifies as DEMETER CERTIFIED BIODYNAMIC.

The other two Demeter Cosmetic/ Body Care labeling categories, under which the 9 Eminence products currently do not qualify for, include:

10.3.2.1 DEMETER CERTIFIED BIODYNAMIC product (i.e. Demeter Certified Biodynamic Skin Cream)

In order to use the Demeter Certified Biodynamic labeling category the following conditions must be met:

These standards are met

The ingredient included in the name is DEMETER CERTIFIED BIODYNAMIC quality

At least 90% of all ingredients are of agricultural origin and are DEMETER CERTIFIED BIODYNAMIC quality.

The remaining ingredients of agricultural origin may be certified organic if documented unavailable in DEMETER CERTIFIED BIODYNAMIC quality, and

Any remaining ingredients of non-agricultural origin must be listed in Section 6.

The Demeter logo may be used on the primary display panel, conforming to the requirements detailed in the Demeter Association Labeling Standards.

10.3.2.2 Made With DEMETER CERTIFIED BIODYNAMIC Ingredient Product (i.e. Skin Cream, Made With Biodynamic Ingredients)

In order to use the Made with Demeter Certified Biodynamic Ingredient Product labeling category the following conditions must be met:

These standards are met The ingredients included in the name are DEMETER CERTIFIED BIODYNAMIC

At least 70% of the ingredients of agricultural origin are DEMETER CERTIFIED BIODYNAMIC quality

The remaining ingredients of agricultural origin are certified organic, or are non agricultural ingredients from the list in Section 6

The Demeter logo cannot be used on the primary display panel but may be used on the side panel.

Demeter is not a USDA National Organic Program (NOP) accredited certifier. The Demeter Processing Standards are a compilation of product specific standards. There are eighteen in all, and in addition to the Cosmetic and Body Care Products Standard, others include Fruit and Vegetable Products, Nut Seed and Kernel Products, Bread, Cake and Pastry Products, Herbs and Spices, Meat and Meat Products, Milk and Milk Products, Oils and Fats, Sweetening Agents, Textile and Fiber Products and Wine.

Should anyone wish to review the Farm or Processing Standards they are welcome to request them from the Demeter office.

Sincerely,

Jim Fullmer/ Demeter Association Inc.

541-929-7148 jim@demeter-usa.org

ilike Responds To Federal Complaint

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:13:00 -0800

COMPANY STATEMENT

ON CLAIMS MADE AGAINST 13 BRANDS

January 26^th, 2010

On January 14^th, 2010 the Organic Consumers Association (OCA) and three other parties affiliated with personal care companies filed a complaint with the USDA. At the same time, the complaint was widely spread through online and offline media. The complaint (not lawsuit) questioned the use of the word “organic” in connection with the products made by these 13 companies, including our brand, ilike organic skin care.

Szep Elet strongly supports movement toward clearer AND more universal standards for qualification and communication of what is and is not “organic”. The clarity and understanding of, adherence to and compliance with standards in the U.S. has been lacking. Furthermore, there has been little progress toward universally understood and accepted standards or requirements that cross international boundaries.

However, we do not support misplaced accusations that are not based on fact, are blatantly not true and which if not refuted create a false impression and damaged reputation. We also strongly object to the language used which is also directed at ilike organic skin care such as “fake”, “cheater”, etc. considering the lack of research that went into the information about our products. No one from the OCA or other parties behind the complaint has ever contacted Szep Elet for information. And the portion of the complaint which covers ilike organic skin care products totals only 2 short paragraphs yet includes statements such as “…few if any of the ingredients are actually organic.”

In the complaint there are highlighted ingredients about one of our products. These include organic and natural and other ingredients all allowed under USDA regulations overseeing use of “organic” in labeling. The only exception is methyl glucose sesquistearate (0-1 hazard score on Skin Deep) which is no longer in the product but the updated label is not featured in the complaint.

It is clearly THE intention of this complaint to make it mandatory to get USDA certification in order to use the word “organic” in the United States.

To quote the OCA website:

“We're encouraging our members to switch to USDA certified organic body care and cosmetics products, as part of a New Year's Resolution to "be more organic" in 2010.”

Another quote:

"We're starting right now to plan for a national public education [campaign] ... to get out the very simple message to consumers on a mass scale - because the mass media are going to pick up on this - [not to] trust any 'organic' personal-care products that lack the USDA seal," OCA Executive Director Ronnie Cummins told "The Rose Sheet" July 21.

And this route may be the way to go. But the method of getting there should not be without limits.

Certification requires a large investment of time and money and there are numerous personal care product certifying organizations around the world that are highly respected. Numerous companies and brands have invested in non USDA certifications.

It also should not be overlooked that as recently as 4 ½ years ago the USDA was refusing to allow use of the USDA certified organic seal on personal care products:

ESCONDIDO, Calif., June 2, 2005 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Dr. Bronner's & Sun Dog's Magic…, makers of certified organic food-grade lotions, lip balms and body balms, is today announcing its intention to continue to label its products "certified organic" in accordance with the US Department of Agriculture National Organic Program ("NOP") rules and to display the USDA seal. Although USDA has informally indicated that it now believes personal care products cannot be so labeled, that position "represents a clear reversal of USDA's prior policy and cannot be lawfully enforced," stated company president David Bronner.

Other certifiers around the world have been actively certifying and have clearly stated their areas of responsibility for much longer than 4 ½ years. The United States is playing catch up with many parts of the world, especially Europe, when it comes to natural and organic.

While the U.S. is a very important market for ilike organic skin care, our products are distributed in 41 other countries around the world (under the Ilcsi organic skin care brand in all countries outside of N. America). Several years ago it was decided that our products would be certified through the widely recognized and respected German based certifier BDIH.

Our Hungarian manufacturer’s farm, where our botanical ingredients are harvested from, is certified organic by Biokontroll Hungary. The EU Decree 2092/91/EGK (referred to by both Biokontroll and BDIH) certifies plants that are collected in wild areas within the European Union as organic. Many herbs cannot be successfully grown in controlled conditions so our manufacturer gathers many of the herbal ingredients from the wild.

The manufacturing and research and development of our products are certified by ISO 9001:2001.

And finally, BDIH is certifying the end products. Currently 18 products of the line are certified by BDIH, 50 are about to be certified and the rest are at various stages in the process.

Regarding labeling, ilike organic skin care products are labeled according to international INCI standards. We only use the BDIH certified label on the products that are already certified.

Our company’s philosophy has always been to encourage sustainability and the use of natural and organic products. The ilike organic skin care line utilizes handmade, cold processed raw fruit, vegetable and herbal pulps instead of commercially purchased extracts in order to avoid any hidden ingredients and to never lose the traceability of our ingredients. By basing our products on our own organic pulps we can also provide nutrients in our skin care products which are in the rawest form for the highest possible nutrient level. Every step of the process is done by hand except for the final mixing stage. We believe this is the best way to provide pure and effective skin care that is eco-conscious.

Please review our listing on the BDIH website:

http://www.kontrollierte-naturkosmetik.de/e/producer_natural_cosmetics.htm

Please review the BDIH certification requirements:

http://www.kontrollierte-naturkosmetik.de/e/guideline_natural_cosmetics.htm

We at Szep Elet hope that this information provides some clarity about the issues at hand.

We continue to be proud to provide the award winning ilike organic skin care line, and we are happy to answer any questions or clear any concerns caused by the above claims.

Darren Hickman

President

Szép Élet - ilike organic skin care

toll free: 1.888.290.6238

www.szepelet.com

Eminence Responds Vigoursly To Federal Complaint

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 13:24:00 -0800

RE.: Claims made against major brands including Kiss My Face, JASON, Stella McCartney,
Eminence Organic Skin Care and many more….

Dear Valued Partner,

On January 14, 2010 a letter was distributed to numerous partners in the skin care industry
which included various statements regarding the above named companies and several others.
In addition, a news release has been issued by a consortium of four companies that have filed a
complaint with the United States Department of Agriculture concerning the use of the term
“organic” in connection with skin care products produced by the above and other companies.
We want our customers and business partners to know that any such claims regarding
Eminence Organic Skin Care and its distinguished line of products are unsubstantiated, and
without merit. Customers may continue to use our products with the confidence that they are
safe and fully compliant with US and international labeling requirements. As recently as 2007,
Eminence received USDA assurance that its products are in full compliance with “organic”‐
labeling requirements. Eminence continues to offer USDA‐Certified skin care and products
certified by the Demeter Association, the only global certifier of Organic and Biodynamic
products, which offers the highest level of organic standards worldwide.
The claims made by this communication contain broad, unsupported, self‐serving statements
that appear aimed not at consumer protection but at stifling fair competition by creating
confusion in the marketplace. Eminence is taking steps to have our name removed from the
complaint, and is considering legal action to vindicate our rights and reputation.
Naturally Yours,

Eminence Organic Skin Care

Organic Cheater Brands - Eminence Named

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 09:25:00 -0800

Organic Consumers Association and Certified Organic Brands File Federal Complaint with USDA Against Organic Personal Care 'Cheater Brands'

Complaint Requests Federal Investigation into Deceptive Organic Labeling and Advertising of Personal Care Products

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Organic Consumers Association (OCA), along with certified organic personal care brands Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps, Intelligent Nutrients, and Organic Essence, today filed a complaint with the USDA National Organic Program (NOP), requesting an investigation into the widespread and blatantly deceptive labeling practices of leading "Organic" personal care brands, in violation of USDA NOP regulations. To view the complaint, go to: http://www.organicconsumers.org/bodycare.

The complaint, filed collectively on behalf of 50 million consumers of organic products, argues that products such as liquid soaps, body washes, facial cleansers, shampoos, conditioners, moisturizing lotions, lip balms, make-up and other cosmetic products produced by twelve different corporations have been advertised, labeled and marketed as "Organic" or "Organics" when, in fact, the products are not "Organic" as understood by reasonable consumers.

"Unfortunately, the hands-off regulatory approach by the USDA's National Organic Program during the Bush years failed to protect consumers from deceptive labeling in the personal care marketplace," said Ronnie Cummins, Executive Director of the Organic Consumers Association. While the USDA enforces strict standards for the labeling of organic food, the NOP has not enforced the organic regulations in regards to personal care. "Given the increased resources and staffing at the National Organic Program under Obama, we're optimistic that the situation will be rectified before too much more damage is done," added Cummins.

"Consumers who pay a premium for high-end organic products expect the main cleansing and moisturizing ingredients of a product labeled 'Organic' to be made from certified organic agricultural material produced on organic farms, and not from petrochemicals or pesticide and herbicide-intensive conventional farming," explains Horst Rechelbacher, founder of Intelligent Nutrients (and founder and previous owner of Aveda Corp).

The corporations named in the complaint are The Hain Celestial Group, Inc.; Kiss My Face Corporation; YSL Beaute, Inc. ("YSL"); Giovanni Cosmetics, Inc. ("Giovanni"); Cosway Company, Inc. ("Cosway"); Country Life, LLC ("Country Life"); Szep Elet LLC (makers of Ilike Organic Skin Care); Eminence Organic Skin Care, Inc.; Physicians' Formula Holdings, Inc. (makers of Organic Wear); Surya Nature, Inc.; Organic Bath Company, Freeman Beauty Division of pH Beauty Labs, Inc. (makers of Freeman Goodstuff Organics).

David Bronner, President of Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps, stated, "Yesterday we re-filed our lawsuit in federal court against culprit companies under the Lanham Act for false advertising. One way or another, the era of ripping off organic consumers in personal care will soon come to an end."

Ellery West, founder and owner of Organic Essence adds, "The predatory marketing practices of companies that take advantage of consumer trust in the organic label are cheating not only organic consumers but also small certified companies like ourselves."

On November 5, 2009, the USDA National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) formally recommended that the National Organic Program regulate personal care to ensure that any use of the word "organic" on a personal care product is backed up by third-party certification to USDA organic standards. Immediately following the recommendation, the OCA launched a consumer boycott of the major "Organic" cheater brands, and has produced a list of USDA certified organic brands that are true to their claims and are safe for Organic consumers.

For more information on the Organic Consumers Association's Coming Clean campaign, go to: www.organicconsumers.org/bodycare.

SOURCE Organic Consumers Association

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National Organic Standards Board Votes To Crack Down on Organic Personal Care Cheaters

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:10:00 -0800

National Organic Standards Board Votes to Crack Down on Organic Personal Care Cheaters


WASHINGTON, Nov. 5 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In a milestone victory resulting
from years of work by the US organic community to address known fraud in the
organic marketplace, the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) has voted 12
to 1 for the USDA National Organic Program (NOP) to enforce the law for
organic personal care just like they do for organic food. This would mean
shampoos and other body care products that claim to be organic, but are not
certified, would be forced to drop the organic claims made on their products
or improve formations to meet organic standards. 

"I'm really pleased by the NOSB's recommendation," says Ronnie Cummins,
Executive Director of the Organic Consumers Association (OCA). "Brands that
are using the word organic improperly should be on notice that USDA
enforcement is imminent. Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan has said that she
is going to get 'tough on crime' in the organic industry. At the NOSB meeting
this week, National Organic Program director Miles McEvoy announced a 'new age
of enforcement' in organic. I expect them to make organic cosmetics fraud a
top priority. In the meantime, retailers should start cleaning up their body
care aisles. Whole Foods Market, for one, was a big supporter of the NOSB
recommendation."

At the end of September, the OCA promised to announce the names of brands that
have cheated consumers for years and recommend honest organic brands in order
to promote certified organic personal care.  As of today, the Boycott/Buycott
is in effect.  

Major Brands OCA Will Boycott:
Desert Essence Organics Body Care, Organics by Noah's Naturals, Giovanni
Organic Cosmetics, Nature's Gate Organics, Amazon Organics, JASON Pure Natural
and Organic, and Avalon Organic

Major Brands With USDA Organic Seal and OCA recommends to BUY:
Alteya, Amrita, Baby Bear Shop, Badger Balm, Buddha Nose, Dr. Bronner's Magic
Soaps, Earth Mama and Angel Baby, Kimberly Organics, Little Angel, Mercola,
Motherlove, ONEgroup, Organicare, Origins Organics, Purely Shea, Rainwater
Organic Lotion, Rose Tattoo Aftercare, SoCal Cleanse, Seasons of the Soul,
Sensibility Soaps/Nourish, Terressentials, Trillium, Vermont Soap 

Dan Giacomini, the only NOSB member who voted against the personal care
recommendations did so because he felt the board was looking at things in a
limited way. He wanted to address fraud in all product sectors, such as dry
cleaning and not simply personal care.   

The Coming Clean Campaign has been working to clean up the natural and organic
personal care industry for the past six years. To view the Certification
Commitment Contract; the NOSB Recommendation or for further information on the
Coming Clean Campaign, go to:
http://www.organicconsumers.org/bodycare/index.cfm



SOURCE  Organic Consumers Association

Alexis Baden-Mayer, +1-202-744-0853, alexis@organicconsumers.org, or Ronnie
Cummins, +1-218-349-3836, ronnie@organicconsumers.org, both of the Organic
Consumers Association

USDA ORGANIC PERSONAL CARE - Dept. Of Agriculture Certification of Skin & Personal Care Products

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I now quote from the U.S. Department Of Agriculture - Subject Certification of agricultural products that meet NOP standards - August 23, 2005 To: All USDA Accredited Certifying Agents

" There are agricultural products, including personal care products, that by virtue of their organic agricultural product content, may meet the NOP standards and be labeled as "100 percent organic", "organic" or "made with organic" pursuant to the NOP regulations. Businesses that manufacture and distribute such products may be certified under the NOP,and such product may be labeled as "100 percent organic", or "organic" may also carry the USDA organic seal. If additional rule-making is required for such products to address additional labeling issues or the use of synthetics in such products, the NOP will pursue such rule-making as expedliciously as possible.
• If a cosmetic body care product, or personal care product contains or is made up of agricultural ingredients, and can meet the USDANOP organic production, handling,processing and labeling standards, it may be eligible to be certified under the NOP regulations.
• Once certified, cosmetics, personal care products, and body care products are eligible for the same 4 organic labeling categories as all other agricultural products, based on their organic content and other factors."

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Organic Skin Care Issue - January 2010

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Dear Organic Brand Manufactures Healing Arts has been at the forefront of introducing Natural & Organic products to the Spa & Wellness market since our inception in 2003. Spas, Salons and Wellness facilities look to us as an authority on this market segment and insight into the macro-trends driving the industry. The importance of USDA Certified Organic skin care, and other certifications, will be the main Cover Story in our first issue of 2010. Advertisers who have received this certification will receive additional editorial coverage with full contact information in this original edit. This cover story will also appear in www.healingartsguide.com

		If you are USDA Certified Skin Care brand, please contact me and I will send you more details on this important editorial. If you are certified in another category like Food & Beverage, Body Therapy, Hair & Nail etc. Let us know, as we will cover these segments in other issues in 2010! Advertisers in this special issue, will receive comprehensive sales support program on www.healingartsguide.com at no charge. With 57,000 page views per month and 15 product links back to you, this is a valuable marketing program. See www.healingartsguide.com



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SPA HOSPITALITY EXPO - February 11 & 12

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SPA HOSPITALITY EXPO - FEBRUARY 11 & 12

SPA HOSPITALITY EXPO, The first true virtual event for the Spa & Wellness market is on track to launch February 11 & 12, 2010. For registration and exhibiting information, contact Jed Horowitz, 203-226-0248 - jed@healingartsguide.com

Important Consumer Trends Reported By NMI

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:45:00 -0800

Natural Marketing Institute - Harleysville, PA

Brand values increasingly impact consumer purchases

Compared to 2005, almost twice as many consumers now report that they avoid brands that have practices they don’t agree with. In NMI's 2009 U.S. LOHAS Consumer Trends Database® research, nearly 50% of US adults said they make purchase decisions this way, which clearly has an impact for brand building and brand strategies. Consumers want to know that the brands they buy are doing their part to be good corporate citizens, and that brand values and consumer values are in alignment. More specifically, consumers are interested in knowing what companies are doing to recycle, reduce their amount of trash, reduce their amount of air pollution, and use less packaging (the top-ranking of many measures asked).

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