2012 Events and Education


(See Circadia Institute of Advanced Esthetics Page for more information on classes)

Cosmetic Chemistry Advanced Skin Care Education Featuring Peter. T. Pugliese, MD

July 15-18th, 2012
Circadia Institute of Advanced Esthetics
7147 Bernville Road, Bernville, PA 19506

This is an opportunity to work side by side with both Dr. and Michael Pugliese! This course is designed to provide the esthetician with an in-depth understanding of the ingredients in cosmetic products, how they are formulated in the laboratory and how products are manufactured. What you will learn is; basic laboratory equipment, weighing and measuring ingredients, using the pH meter, emulsions technology, creams, gels, serums, selection of ingredients and how to design a formula and more. Students make six products ranging from a skin cleanser to an anti-aging product. Students are encouraged to bring a product with them for analysis.

Cost of 4-day course is $1000. A $200 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your seat.

Certificate of Completion will be issued for successful completion of this course.

Please call 1-800-630-4710 or email: info@circadia.com to pre-register.


Advanced Professional Skincare Education Featuring Michael Q. Pugliese, LE

February 20, 2012 (Monday)
Circadia Institute of Advanced Esthetics
7147 Bernville Road, Bernville, PA 19506
FREE to attend, light lunch, door prizes, product giveaway and
Certificate of Completion

RSVP 1-800-630-4710 or info@circadia.com


Advanced Professional Skincare Education
Featuring Michael Q. Pugliese, LE

February 26-27
California Skincare Supply
Embassy Suites Santa Ana~ Orange County Airport North
1325 E Dyer Rd Santa Ana, CA 92705
Call 1-800-500-1886 ¬1886 or email calskin1@aol.com




March 3-5 Chicago
, IL Face & Body® Midwest @ McCormick Place
Education by Michael Q. Pugliese, LE
General Session: Physiology of the Skin: Inflammation and Skin Aging
Day 1 Manufacturing Class: Peptide Technology
Day 2 Manufacturing Class: Pigmentation Disorders Causes and Treatments
Visit us at Booth # 6414




March 4-5 Miami Beach
, FL International Congress of Esthetics & Spa Conference @ Miami Beach Convention Center. Visit us at Booth #’s 506-512

Circadia Education Classes:

Supplement and Complement: The Necessity of an Alternate Skin Care Line (Sunday March 4th 2pm Room D239)

Supplement your revenue by adding an additional skin care line to your existing one that offers your clients alternatives to meet their specific skin care needs. If you already offer your clients amazing ingredients, technology and benefits to optimize healthy, youthful skin, it is time to go to the next level! Learn how to choose a supplemental skin care line that delivers dramatic results in minimal time without competing with your existing product line. Speaker: Michelle D’Allaird

Chemical Peeling for Every Skin Type and Color (Monday March 5th 2pm, Room D239)

Chemical peels are still the hottest treatment for anti-aging, skin repair and improvement. But how do you choose the correct peel for a specific skin type—especially for darker skin types? It is actually quite easy when you understand the fundamentals, physiology and physics behind chemical ingredients and how they interact with the skin. Come to this class to get the answers and solutions to peeling success! Speaker: Michelle D’Allaird




March 4-5 London
, England Professional Beauty 2012 @ Excel Center


March 25, 26th (Sunday, Monday), 2012

Advanced Professional Skincare Education
Hotel Valencia in San Antonio, TX
150 East Houston StreetSan Antonio, Texas 78205
Contact: nicole@labrenzskin.com or 325.668.0420

Topics include: inflammation and aging, chemical peels, product knowledge.
Cost is $225, breakfast and lunch included.




April 22-24 New York
, NY International Esthetics, Cosmetics and Spa Conference @ Javits Center. Visit us at booth # 3020




April 29-30 Toronto
, Canada @ Downtown Metro Toronto Convention Centre




May 6-7 Dallas
, TX International Congress of Esthetics & Spa @ Arlington Center

Circadia Eduction Classes:
Sunday 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm Room M7

Physiology of the Skin: Inflammation and Skin Aging Inflammation can be identified as a contributing factor to many diseases, but what does it have to do with skin health and aging? This session will define and explain the various steps in inflammation and relate this process to intrinsic aging. Cellular and molecular mechanisms will be addressed including NF Kappa b, glycation, UV radiation, generators of oxidative stress and free radical formation. The process will be explained step by step so that the importance of inflammation in skin care can be fully appreciated. Speaker: Michael Q. Pugliese

Monday 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm Room M7

Understanding and Using Acids in the Treatment Room

Chemical Peels are some of the most common services performed in professional skin care facilities. However, not all peels are created equally. This presentation will expose the practitioner to a number of commonly used peeling agents including, salicylic, lactic, mandelic, glycolic, lactobionic, and their properties. Physiology of the skin peeling will be discussed as well as protocols for dealing with different skin conditions including aging, acne and hyper pigmentation. Speaker: Michael Q. Pugliese





June 2-4 Orlando
, FL Premiere International Beauty Event @ Orange County Convention Center




June 9-11 Las Vegas, NV International Esthetics, Cosmetics and Spa @ Las Vegas Hilton Convention Center. Visit us at booth # 3020

Circadia Education Classes:

The Truth About Oxygen and the Skin (Saturday 12-2) 

Oxygen is essential to life and keeping the skin looking young and healthy. However, few estheticians fully understand the impact both positive and negative it can have on normal physiological action. This lecture will detail oxygen’s critical functions within the many layers of the skin as well as address concerns for over and improper use. A review of face radical theory will be given, as well as pros and cons of popular oxygen treatment modalities currently available to the practitioner. Speaker: Michael Q. Pugliese

Peptide Technology (Sunday 12-2) 

Peptide technology has become increasingly popular subject among estheticians, yet few fully understand the science behind these powerful ingredients. This class is designed to expose the practitioner to available peptides, their structure and their functions. Attendees will benefit from a new level of competence and confidence in selecting peptides to treat multiple conditions including aging, pigmentation, acne and rosacea.

Speaker: Michael Q. Pugliese

Pigmentation Disorders Causes and Treatments (Sunday 3-5)

This presentation will cover the mechanism of melanin formation and melanocyte function as well as associated states of hyper-hypo pigmentation. The role of the enzymes tyrosinase and phenylalanine oxidase in melanin formation will be described. Methods to reduce pigmentation by exfoliation, inhibition of melanin formation, melanosome transfer, as well as melanocyte receptor blocking will be presented. Specific treatments for melasma, inflammatory hyperpigmentation and lentigenes will be presented. Speaker: Michael Q. Pugliese

Stem Cell Ingredients Demystified (Monday 9-11) Stem cell technology has quickly become one of the hottest topics emerging from the skin care market. However, many questions still surround the function and validity of claims being made on these intriguing materials. This session will detail the origin and function of human stem cells, and also covers several key ingredients currently available and their sources including plant, animal and human, and what they are truly designed to do. Speaker: Michael Q. Pugliese





August 25-27 San Jose
, CA Face & Body Northern California @ San Jose McEnery Convention Center


September 9-10 Long Beach, CA , International Congress of Esthetics & Spa Conference @ Long Beach Convention Center

October 28-29 Philadelphia, PA International Congress of Esthetics & SpaConference @ Pennsylvania Convention Center


November 4-5 Ft. Lauderdale, FL International Esthetics, Cosmetics and Spa Conference @ Broward County Convention Center