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ASCP Esty Talk

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Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP), ASCP Esty Talk and The Rogue Pharmacist is specifically created for estheticians. Where no topic is off limits, we share all kinds of great information on this podcast from ingredients and the science of the skin, to business, and beauty diversity. We hope you come away having learned more about your career, the industry, and maybe even life in general!

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Ep 102 - The Rogue Pharmacist: Skin Indications for Overall Health

March 04, 2022 08:30 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MB

Is the skin the first indicator of overall health? A 2008 study involving over 13,000 adolescents showed  those with acne were more likely to experience gastrointestinal symptoms such as constipation, bloating, halitosis, and acid reflux. In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist, Ben discusses common skin conditions and their indicators for overall health.   Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) presents The Rogue Pharmacist with Benjamin Knight Fuchs, R.Ph. This podcast takes an enli...

Ep 101 - Shining the Light on Sunless Tanning

March 02, 2022 08:30 - 21 minutes - 29.3 MB

Sunless tanning is a billion-dollar industry and growing, and the treatment is a great opportunity for solo estheticians and spas to boost their bottom line. Many people realize that tanning beds can be dangerous and lead to cancer. So, is spray tanning a better option? In this episode with Ella and Maggie, sunless tanning and its rise in the wellness industry. ASCP Esty Talk with Maggie Staszcuk and Ella Cressman Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed esthe...

Ep 100 – Clean, Green, and Sustainable Skin Care

February 23, 2022 08:30 - 18 minutes - 25 MB

Clean, green, and sustainable—what do these terms really mean, and why are they important in skin care? Join Ella and Maggie as they discuss these buzz words to decipher where they came from and whether they are legit or just clever (and effective) marketing mumbo-jumbo. Do your products really qualify? Find out by tuning into this informative episode.    ASCP Esty Talk with Maggie Staszcuk and Ella Cressman Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed esthetician...

Ep 99 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Rosacea is Not a Skin Disease

February 18, 2022 08:30 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MB

Rosacea is often characterized by redness, flushing, and telangiectasia, and there are many theories about the potential causes of this skin condition. In this episode with Benjamin Knight Fuchs, R.Ph, we discuss the characteristics of rosacea and what contributes to this inflammation in the skin.   Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) presents The Rogue Pharmacist with Benjamin Knight Fuchs, R.Ph. This podcast takes an enlightening approach to supporting licensed estheticians in th...

Ep 98 – The Client Consultation

February 16, 2022 08:30 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MB

The client consultation is the esthetician’s opportunity to build a relationship with the client and determine exactly what their needs are. But often the consultation is skipped or rolled into the skin analysis. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Ella and Maggie discuss the benefits of the client consultation as well as missed opportunities in the treatment room. ASCP Esty Talk with Maggie Staszcuk and Ella Cressman Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed esth...

Ep 97 - The Evolution of Retail Sales

February 09, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes - 34 MB

Retail sales are required in the esthetics business, and 80 percent of client results will come from home care alone. We reached out to our listeners to determine how retail sales have evolved over the past few years and learned that the COVID pandemic hasn’t slowed you down! In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Ella and Maggie discuss retail sales tips, tricks, and techniques you can use. ASCP Esty Talk with Maggie Staszcuk and Ella Cressman Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals ...

Ep 96 – The Rogue Pharmacist: There is No Such Thing as Sensitive Skin

February 04, 2022 09:00 - 31 minutes - 43.4 MB

Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) presents The Rogue Pharmacist with Benjamin Knight Fuchs, R.Ph. How often do you hear your clients say, "I have sensitive skin"? But what does that really mean, and is it a true skin condition? In this episode with Benjamin Knight Fuchs, R.Ph., we discuss skin as a sensory organ, its barrier function, and whether your clients truly have sensitive skin. To learn more about treating clients with sensitive skin, read about this Gentle Giant, Mirabil...

Ep 95 - Client Management and the Professional Esthetician

February 02, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 41 MB

What is the difference between a customer and a client? The short answer lies in client management, the process of overseeing and coordinating a professional’s interactions with the ultimate goal in building and maintaining good client relationships. Join Ella, Maggie, and special guest Tracy as they discuss client relationships and how even a 5% retention rate translates into 25-95% of profits. ASCP Esty Talk with Maggie Staszcuk and Ella Cressman Produced by Associated Skin Care Profes...

Ep 94 - Oily Vs. Dry Skin: Truths and Misperceptions

January 26, 2022 09:00 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MB

Oily skin and dry skin are two skin type extremes, each with their own common stereotypes, misperceptions, and truths. Does one skin type age better than another? Will water intake improve dry skin issues? Should oily skin be cleansed more often? Ella and Maggie discuss some of the common characteristics of these two skin types and their common truths and misperceptions.   About Ella Cressman:   Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, an...

Ep 93 – The Rogue Pharmacist: All About Collagen

January 21, 2022 08:30 - 26 minutes - 36.6 MB

Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) presents The Rogue Pharmacist with Benjamin Knight Fuchs. This podcast takes an enlightening approach to supporting licensed estheticians in their pursuit to achieve results-driven skin care treatments for their clients.  You can always count on us to share professional skin care education, innovative techniques, and the latest in skin science. Learn more about collagen and how to get That Healthy Glow, check out this this article brought to you by...

Ep 92 - Etiquette for the Esthetician: Guidelines for the Professional

January 19, 2022 09:00 - 28 minutes - 39.6 MB

Ever wonder if you’re handling a situation correctly? What are the rules? What are the guidelines? Listen in with special guest Tracy Donley as we discuss esthetic etiquette both in dealing with clients and other professionals. ASCP Esty Talk with hosts Ella Cressman and Maggie Staszcuk   Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty Talk is a weekly podcast, hosted by licensed estheticians, Ella Cressman, ASCP Skin Deep Magazine contributor a...

Ep 91 - Everything is Coming up Rosacea

January 12, 2022 08:00 - 20 minutes - 28.5 MB

Rosacea is a complicated skin condition that not much is known about. However, as skin care professionals, we are often faced with a client who suffers from it . . . or do they? What is the difference between rosacea and inflammation? Who is at risk of having rosacea? How do we address it in the treatment room? Join Maggie and Ella as they discuss rosacea. ASCP Esty Talk with Maggie Staszcuk and Ella Cressman Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians...

Ep 90 - The Rogue Pharmacist: Rejuvenating, Regenerating Retinol

January 07, 2022 08:30 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MB

Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) presents The Rogue Pharmacist with Benjamin Knight Fuchs. This podcast takes an enlightening approach to supporting licensed estheticians in their pursuit to achieve results-driven skin care treatments for their clients. You can always count on us to share professional skin care education, innovative techniques, and the latest in skin science. Read more about “Skin’s Superhero,” retinol, in ASCP Skin Deep magazine.   About Benjamin Knight Fuchs...

Ep 89 - Whoopsie Doozie Listener Stories

January 05, 2022 09:00 - 23 minutes - 32 MB

We asked for your “Whoopsie Doozie” stories and . . . wow! So many amazingly funny, comically horrific, and, above all, valuable professional lessons shared. Listen in as Maggie and Ella share some of their favorites with guest Tracy Donley, Executive Director of ASCP. ASCP Esty Talk with Maggie Staszcuk and Ella Cressman Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty Talk is a weekly podcast hosted by Maggie Staszcuk and Ella Cressman. We see ...

Ep 88 - The Rogue Pharmacist: Vitamin C – It Truly is your Skin’s Best Friend

December 17, 2021 08:30 - 23 minutes - 33.1 MB

Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) presents The Rogue Pharmacist with Benjamin Knight Fuchs. This podcast takes an enlightening approach to supporting licensed estheticians in their pursuit to achieve results-driven skin care treatments for their clients. You can always count on us to share professional skin care education, innovative techniques, and the latest in skin science. Learn more about the real role of vitamin C in esthetics in this article brought to you by ASCP Skin Deep...

Ep 87 – Do As I Say, Not As I Do

December 15, 2021 08:30 - 20 minutes - 28.4 MB

In the same way some people are fascinated with the lives of the Hollywood elite, it’s equally fascinating to know the skin care rules estheticians follow. But how often do estheticians follow their own advice? Have you ever found yourself touting golden rules to your clients, while thinking in the back of your mind, Do as I say, not as I do? In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, fellow estheticians Maggie and Ella take a hilarious look at some of the rules they bend when it comes to skin care....

Ep 86 – Conquer Your Fears and Start the Business of Your Dreams

December 08, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 31.7 MB

For some, the dream of going solo and starting a skin care business never becomes a reality due to fear, uncertainty, or self-doubt—and the added pressure of making the business successful doesn’t help. But fear can be a great motivator, and when channeled correctly, it may indeed result in a successful business. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella discuss going solo and what it takes to start the business of your dreams. ASCP Esty Talk with Maggie Staszcuk and Ella Cressman...

Ep 85 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Alpha Hydroxy Acids, Use and Abuse

December 03, 2021 09:00 - 24 minutes - 33.5 MB

Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) presents The Rogue Pharmacist with Benjamin Knight Fuchs. This podcast takes an enlightening approach to supporting licensed estheticians in their pursuit to achieve results-driven skin care treatments for their clients. You can always count on us to share professional skin care education, innovative techniques, and the latest in skin science. The acid that often gets overlooked or underused in today’s world of “bigger is better” is glycolic acid. ...

Ep 84 - Money Matters with Tom Kuhn

December 01, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes - 37.3 MB

In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Tracy Donley, Executive Director of ASCP, sits down with Tom Kuhn, CEO of Qnity, to discuss his journey in the professional beauty industry, how Qnity believes everyone deserves to prosper, tips to increasing profits in your small business, and how to make prosperity simple, visual, and actionable. Visit qnityinc.com for more information. ASCP Esty Talk with Host Tracy Donley Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed esthetician...

Ep 83 – The Brain/Skin Connection: Emotions and the Skin

November 17, 2021 09:00 - 17 minutes - 24.1 MB

Beyond just frown and laugh lines, anxiety, fear, stress, anger, and joy all have a physiological effect on the skin. Join Ella and Maggie as they explore scientific studies on the brain/skin connection to understand how this information translates to your esthetic practice.   ASCP Esty Talk with hosts Ella Cressman and Maggie Staszcuk     Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty Talk is a weekly podcast hosted by ASCP Skin Deep magaz...

Ep 82 - The Rogue Pharmacist : Our Love Hate Relationship with the Sun

November 12, 2021 09:00 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MB

Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) presents The Rogue Pharmacist with Benjamin Knight Fuchs, R.Ph. This podcast takes an enlightening approach to supporting licensed estheticians in their pursuit to achieve results-driven skin care treatments for their clients. You can always count on us to share professional skin care education, innovative techniques, and the latest in skin science. For more great information like that shared in this podcast, check out this blog post brought to you...

Ep 81 – Extract or Walk Away?

November 10, 2021 09:00 - 25 minutes - 34.7 MB

Does your heartbeat increase when you see extraction videos online? Yeah, us too! In this episode, we discuss all things extraction, from comedones to “mirror-squirters” and everything in-between (including our favorite ways to extract).   ASCP Esty Talk with hosts Ella Cressman and Maggie Staszcuk     Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty Talk is a weekly podcast hosted by ASCP Skin Deep magazine contributor Ella Cressman and ASCP...

Ep 80 – Lymphatic Drainage? Yes Please!

November 03, 2021 08:00 - 21 minutes - 29.5 MB

As the name suggests, lymphatic drainage is the process of draining (and circulating) fluid from your lymph nodes using massage techniques. A recent study shows that gua sha can improve circulation by 400%! On today’s episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Ella and Maggie discuss and clarify what exactly lymphatic drainage is and share tools to help you incorporate this treatment into your service menu.   ASCP Esty Talk with hosts Ella Cressman and Maggie Staszcuk     Produced by Associated Skin...

Ep 79 - The Rogue Pharmacist with Ben Fuchs, R.Ph.

October 29, 2021 08:00 - 21 minutes - 29.3 MB

Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) presents The Rogue Pharmacist with Benjamin Knight Fuchs. This podcast takes an enlightening approach to supporting licensed estheticians in their pursuit to achieve results-driven skin care treatments for their clients. You can always count on us to share professional skin care education, innovative techniques, and the latest in skin science. Ready to Be Your Brand? Explore the difference between private labeling and formulation. For more great in...

Ep 78 – Are You a Crusty, Rusty Esty? (And how to fix it!)

October 27, 2021 08:00 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MB

Are you so comfortable with doing things the way you always have that you aren’t even aware of (or open to) new paths, new programs, new protocols, or new opportunities? Are you stuck in a rut and know it, but don’t know how to get out? Are you afraid of change? If you answered yes to any of these, you’ll definitely want to listen to this episode, where Ella and Maggie discuss challenges and solutions for crusty, rusty esties.   ASCP Esty Talk with hosts Ella Cressman and Maggie Staszcuk...

Ep 77 – Whoopsie Doozie: Waxidents

October 20, 2021 08:00 - 21 minutes - 30.4 MB

We’ve all been all been there: client on the table, wax warming nearby, your applicator full of product, and then . . . whoopsie doozie, a waxident! Join Maggie and Ella as they chat with waxing pro Belinda Swanson to reminisce about a few waxidents they’ve experienced and how they remedied the situations.   Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty Talk is a weekly podcast hosted by ASCP Skin Deep magazine contributor Ella Cressman and AS...

Ep 76 - Starting a Skin Care Line

October 13, 2021 08:00 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MB

Have you ever dreamed of starting your own skin care line? In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella take a deep dive, past the ingredients, the pretty bottles, and the product names, and get into the nitty gritty of what it really takes to start a skin care line.   About Maggie Staszcuk:   Maggie has been a licensed esthetician since 2006 and holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Stephens College. She has worked in the spa and med-spa industry, and serve...

Ep 75 – Spoiler Alert: Men Have Skin Too!

October 06, 2021 08:00 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MB

Globally, the men’s skin care product market was valued at $11.6 billion (yes, with a “B”) in 2019 and is expected to grow at least 6% each year from 2020 to 2027. Join Ella and Maggie as they explore the topic of men’s skin care and answer burning questions like: What makes men’s skin care different? Where are they getting their products from? (The answers will surprise you) What does the male client treatment plan look like? How would one cater to that large and growing market? ...

Ep 74 – Wellness, the Perfect Ingredient with Sherrie Tennessee

September 29, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 39.4 MB

September is Self-Improvement Month, and as we settle in to loving our fixer-upper selves, we welcome back Sherrie Tennessee to discuss burning questions like: What does self-improvement mean? What is the difference between self-improvement and self-help? Why do men write most self-help/self-improvement books, but women make up the majority of consumers who buy them? Join us as we answer all these questions and candidly discuss our own self-improvement journeys (not exactly what you ...

Ep 73 – Unpopular Opinions: Medical Peels Don’t Always Mean Better Results!

September 22, 2021 08:00 - 25 minutes - 35.7 MB

What makes a chemical peel “medical”? Is it the results it yields, the depth it penetrates, or extremely effective marketing? “I just want to peel, like a snake, to shed all these wrinkles, age spots, and dull, lackluster skin!” We have all heard this (and maybe we think this) but is it true? Is sheet peeling the only indication of positive changes in the skin? Or is it a sign of too much exfoliation? Join Ella and Maggie as they discuss their (unpopular) opinions on medical peels, managing ...

Ep 72 - Eww Gross! Not on My Face: Creepy Makeup Ingredients with Kat DeJesus

September 15, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MB

Makeup: We all have our favorite brands, those we trust to make us look good and feel better (pretty), but what may be hiding in those lipsticks? What ingredients make up the sexy shimmery nude eye shadow? What about the smell of your favorite bronzer? And does where we purchase our favorite brands from make a difference? In the return of the “EWW GROSS! Not on my face!” series, we welcome return guest and makeup maven Kat DeJesus to discuss creepy ingredients (and products) that should be a...

Ep 71 – Unpopular Opinions: Acne isn’t Always an Oil Issue!

September 08, 2021 08:00 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MB

We all know the general boxed skin type classifications: Aging, Dry/Dehydrated, Rosacea/Sensitive, Combination, and of course Acne/Oily. But is that fair? Is that accurate? Is acne always an oil overproduction issue, or are there other causes and approaches we should be aware of? In this episode, Ella and Maggie discuss acne by definition, by type, and by trigger to broach an alternative way of treating one troublesome condition.   About Maggie Staszcuk:   Maggie has been a licensed ...

Ep 70 - Building A Solo Practice: Tools, Tips, and Resources

September 01, 2021 09:00 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MB

Are you thinking about starting your own business, but you’re not sure where to start? Hear advice from the owner and founder of Crystal Ngozi’s Beauty Business Coaching, Crystal Ochemba-Powell. She specializes in teaching beauty professionals real and actionable marketing and branding strategies to attract more clients and increase revenue in their businesses. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk she shares strategies to attract clients, develop a plan, and define your niche.   BIO Crystal...

Ep 69 – Professional and Personal Harmony – Business Wellness with Jessica Brock

August 25, 2021 09:00 - 24 minutes - 34.2 MB

2020 began with an intention of bringing clear vision. Many innocently started January 1, 2020, with a play on words (or numbers): “This is my year! Bring on the 2020 vision!” Who would have guessed what would unfold a few months later would knock us off our comfortable, familiar axis? Perhaps the clarity we thought we were going to receive is not lost, but was instead redefined as another familiar word: wellness. August is National Wellness Month, and who better to discuss wellness than the...

Ep 68 - Beauty Changes Lives

August 18, 2021 09:00 - 18 minutes - 25.6 MB

Beauty Changes Lives, a nonprofit founded in 2013, is geared to equip and empower the next generation of beauty professionals, including estheticians. In today’s episode of ASCP Esty Talk we are joined by Beauty Changes Lives founder Lynelle Lynch to discuss how she’s engaged many of the skin care industry’s elite brands and influencers to support esthetic and spa education.   Innovator. Trailblazer. Disruptor of the status quo. Bellus Academy owner Lynelle Lynch has fearlessly redefined b...

Ep 67 - Burnout in the Esthetics Industry

August 11, 2021 09:30 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MB

Summer burnout or FOMO? As esthetic professionals, many of us were initially excited and encouraged about returning to work post-pandemic. We adjusted many aspects of our businesses—masks, new cleaning protocols, longer appointment times, a more forgiving cancellation policy, etc. But now, just as the rest of the country is setting new travel records going everywhere (or anywhere) here we are, stuck in our treatment rooms every weekend!   Are we burnt out on many levels, or are we suffer...

Ep 66 - Relax! It's CBD Week

August 04, 2021 09:00 - 20 minutes - 28.1 MB

It’s National CBD Day! Today we celebrate three little letters that have had a huge impact on cannabis acceptance. There is so much to learn and, in some cases, so much to un-learn about this popular ingredient. In this podcast we review what CBD is, and explore five things CBD is NOT! CBD is not: Plural An oil Illicit A loner A novelty/gimmick   About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, and absolute ingredient...

Ep 65 - Lash Misconceptions: social media vs. reality

July 28, 2021 09:00 - 23 minutes - 32.6 MB

Google lash extensions, and the images that pop up are everything from mega-volume to classic full sets. Often the images portrayed are from procedures that take hours to perform on one eye alone, and are for social media purposes only—they are not reality. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Cirocco Stout shares with us common lash misconceptions and the detrimental effects of these unrealistic expectations on the lash artist and their business.   BIO:   Cirocco Stout began her caree...

Ep 64 - Starting Over with Cirocco Stout

July 21, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 31.8 MB

After a successful and award-winning 15-year career as a lash extension artist in Tucson, Arizona, Cirocco Stout closed up shop and made the move to Phoenix. In a brand-new city, where she knew no one and had no connections, Cirocco found herself starting over. From finding a location to building clientele and social media, this lash expert shares all the ways she built up her business once again to start thriving in her new city!   BIO: Cirocco Stout began her career in the lash indus...

Ep 63 - Niche Down and Stand Out

July 14, 2021 09:00 - 10 minutes - 14.6 MB

Award-winning Face Reality Skincare has an emphasis on one thing: acne. With proven protocols and education and a founder who knows firsthand how acne can adversely affect people’s lives, it’s no wonder Face Reality won the ASCP Skin Deep Readers’ Choice Award for top acne line. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk we sit down with Laura Cooksey, owner and co-founder of Face Reality Skincare and Acne Clinic, to discuss how she set out to become a renowned acne expert and the advice she has for ...

Ep 62 - Beautifully Bushy Brows - Emily Geubelle

July 07, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MB

Some of the most interesting stories we tell as practitioners is how we got into the industry. Though there may be similar motivations, every story is unique. Today we are joined by Emily Geubelle, who shares her story about transitioning from a bushy-browed preteen into PR and marketing, eyebrow mastery, permanent makeup, and now, the new membership marketing manager for ASCP.   About Emily Geubelle: Emily has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Colorado State University and previo...

Ep 61 - Eww, not on my face! – Tiffany McLaughlin

June 30, 2021 09:00 - 20 minutes - 28.2 MB

This episode is all about “Eww”! From eyebrow implants to animal byproducts, we explore procedures, therapies, and ingredients both new and old that all hold the promise of youthful restoration.   About Tiffany McLaughlin: Tiffany McLaughlin has a BS from the University of Utah and is a licensed master esthetician and instructor. With over 20 years of industry experience, Tiffany has become an educator for estheticians, nurses, and physicians. Her position as an educational trainer and...

Ep 60 - Wellness, the perfect ingredient (episode 2) – Sherrie Tennessee

June 23, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MB

The post-recording conversation on wellness in the spa and skin care industry that took place after our first podcast with spa professional and author Sherrie Tennesee was so “fire,” we started recording again to capture the vibes. We continue the wellness conversation with Sherrie Tennessee and discuss one amazing documentary (Heal on Amazon Prime: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5Hpm-6Inxc), mindfulness, a few interesting anthropological studies, and how all the preceding relates to skin ...

Ep 59 - Wellness, the perfect ingredient – Sherrie Tennessee

June 16, 2021 09:00 - 29 minutes - 40.3 MB

What is wellness? Is it diet and exercise? Meditation? Gratitude? The World Health Organization defines it as “. . . a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” The skin care industry is interwoven with wellness gurus and practices, but what is the connection between wellness and the skin? How can skin care practitioners define their personal wellness, as well as incorporate it into their skin care practices? In this episo...

Ep 58 - Pretty Smart – Kat DeJesus

June 09, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes - 38.6 MB

Makeup artistry is more than just making pretty. There are many considerations, from event type and location to print versus film, lighting, wearability, and intention . . . As a professional, some of these things you learn the hard way, but none are as important as skin health! In this episode, we discuss one makeup pro’s journey from behind the makeup counter, through a successful makeup artistry career, and on to becoming a licensed esthetician (and now teacher). Find out what Kat DeJes...

Ep 57 - The Path to Successful Client Communication

June 02, 2021 09:00 - 21 minutes - 29.7 MB

In this episode of the ASCP Esty Talk podcast with Tazeem Jamal, PMDT, LE, we discuss communicating for success and learn that client communication extends beyond the treatment room and into the realm of social media and email marketing.   BIO With an illustrious career spanning more than three decades, Tazeem Jamal, PMDT, LE, is a highly respected spa industry coach and an award-winning master esthetician. Tazeem is the creator of the “Purple Carpet Experience,” the unique framework s...

Ep 56 - Advancing Education: Bringing CBD to the Classroom

May 26, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes - 38.5 MB

Bellus Academy specializes in skin care and spa education with the hottest trends in esthetic education and wellness. The CBD curriculum they created in partnership with On The Green CBD company equips estheticians and massage therapists with the knowledge to confidently create treatment plans, expand their service menus, and advise their clients on best practices for home care. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk we sit down with Joanne Berry, director of spa education for Bellus Academy, and...

Ep 55 - Mother Molecules

May 19, 2021 09:00 - 17 minutes - 23.8 MB

What do glutathione, CBG, and carboxylic acids have in common? They are all mother molecules! As we celebrate Mother’s Day in May, it’s a good time to pay homage to mother molecules as well. Tune in to this episode as we explore what makes these molecules so maternally awesome!   About Ella Cressman:   Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, and absolute ingredient junkie! As an educator, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and indu...

Ep 54 - Cosmetic Acupuncture – Rachael Rose

May 12, 2021 09:00 - 25 minutes - 34.8 MB

“Natural” and “non-invasive” are phrases that were once scoffed at by the beauty industry, perhaps because of the perception of (in)efficacy. However, in an industry as broad as ours, there is always a new treatment to consider, a new ingredient to drool over, or even a renaissance of thought. Acupuncture is an ancient medicine where the use of itsy-bitsy needles placed strategically on specific areas of the body make real, physiological changes. In this episode, we explore cosmetic acupunct...

Ep 53 - Top 3 (But Actually 4) Esty Rules for Clients

May 05, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes - 37.6 MB

What do you wish your clients knew about skin care or seeing an esthetician? Probably a lot of things if we’re being honest here, but in this episode of ASCP Esty Talk: 2 E’s in a Podcast, Emily and Ella share their top esty rules for clients. We discuss the reasons why buying from Amazon can be such a thorn in our sides and how it can not only be disappointing for our clients, but dangerous too. We cover how to manage the client who wants “more, more, more,” how to train your client for a 5...

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