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Ep 271Ep 271 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Sensitive Skin

Sensitive skin can be a common concern for many clients and reacts easily to products, stress, and even weather. In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist, Ben Fuchs talks about the leading cause of sensitive skin and how to overcome it. 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. Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and skin care chemist with 35 years of experience developing pharmacy-potent skin health products for estheticians, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Ben's expert advice gives licensed estheticians the education and skin science to better support the skin care services performed in the treatment room while sharing insights to enhance clients' at-home skin care routines. Connect with Ben Fuchs: Website: www.brightsideben.com Phone: 844-236-6010 Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Bright-Side-with-Pharmacist-Ben-Fuchs-101162801334696/ About Our Sponsor: LAMPROBE The popular and revolutionary LAMPROBE utilizes radio and high-frequency technology to treat a wide variety of Minor Skin Irregularities™ (MSI)—non-invasively—with instantaneous results. Common conditions treated by the LAMPROBE include: vascular MSI, such as cherry angiomas; dilated capillaries; sebaceous MSI, including cholesterol deposits and milia; and hyperkerantinized MSI, such as keratoses and skin tags. The LAMPROBE uniquely assists modern, capable, and skilled skin care practitioners to do their work more effectively and with greater client and professional satisfaction. Setting standards in quality, education, and training, the LAMPROBE has become an essential tool enabling skin care practitioners around the world to offer new revenue-enhancing and highly in-demand services. Website: www.lamprobe.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 877-760-2722 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lamprobe Facebook: www.facebook.com/theLAMPROBE All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments

Aug 2, 202414 min

Ep 270Ep 270 – Forest Bathing

Forest bathing, also known as shinrin-yoku in Japanese, is the practice of immersing yourself in the sights, sounds, and smells of the forest for therapeutic, relaxing benefits. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Ella and Maggie discuss the benefits of Forest bathing and how you can elevate the spa experience by brining nature indoors. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational TiZO Mineral sunscreens set the standard for esthetic elegance with tinted and non-tinted formulas for use on virtually all skin types and tones. Our name reflects our commitment: TiZO = Titanium dioxide + Zinc Oxides. All TiZO products are reef-friendly and 100 percent free of chemical sunscreens, dyes, fragrances, gluten, phthalates, and parabens. TiZO Photoceutical Skincare is the perfect partner to our sunscreens in the fight against photoaging. These silky, elegant products address tone, texture, and hydration while helping to prevent further damage. From our flagship TiZO3 Primer/Sunscreen SPF 40 to our gentle Ultra Zinc formulations to our new Advanced Vitamin C+E Serum with Bakuchiol, TiZO has the ideal selection of products to protect, repair, and revitalize skin. Website: https://tizoskin.com/ About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

Jul 31, 202413 min

Ep 269Ep 269 – Generational Skin Care

It used to be easy to decipher the needs of consumers who sought professional skin care. With a growing awareness of the importance of skin care, many younger generations focus on prevention while older generations were more after correction. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, we discuss generational skin care, covering Generations X, Y (millennials), Z . . . and even a little Alpha. How do generational generalizations affect the professional skin care market? Listen in to find out! 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational TiZO Mineral sunscreens set the standard for esthetic elegance with tinted and non-tinted formulas for use on virtually all skin types and tones. Our name reflects our commitment: TiZO = Titanium dioxide + Zinc Oxides. All TiZO products are reef-friendly and 100 percent free of chemical sunscreens, dyes, fragrances, gluten, phthalates, and parabens. TiZO Photoceutical Skincare is the perfect partner to our sunscreens in the fight against photoaging. These silky, elegant products address tone, texture, and hydration while helping to prevent further damage. From our flagship TiZO3 Primer/Sunscreen SPF 40 to our gentle Ultra Zinc formulations to our new Advanced Vitamin C+E Serum with Bakuchiol, TiZO has the ideal selection of products to protect, repair, and revitalize skin. Website: https://tizoskin.com/ About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

Jul 24, 202421 min

Ep 268Ep 268 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Histamine and the Skin

Histamines are released by the mast cells during allergic reactions, and we sometimes think of allergies as stuffy nose, watery eyes, and itchy nose and throat. But histamines have a huge impact on the skin too. In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist, Ben Fuchs talks about the symptoms of high histamine levels in the skin, how to clear histamine from the body, and how high histamine levels can lead to chronic skin disease. 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. Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and skin care chemist with 35 years of experience developing pharmacy-potent skin health products for estheticians, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Ben's expert advice gives licensed estheticians the education and skin science to better support the skin care services performed in the treatment room while sharing insights to enhance clients' at-home skin care routines. Connect with Ben Fuchs: Website: www.brightsideben.com Phone: 844-236-6010 Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Bright-Side-with-Pharmacist-Ben-Fuchs-101162801334696/ About Our Sponsor: LAMPROBE The popular and revolutionary LAMPROBE utilizes radio and high-frequency technology to treat a wide variety of Minor Skin Irregularities™ (MSI)—non-invasively—with instantaneous results. Common conditions treated by the LAMPROBE include: vascular MSI, such as cherry angiomas; dilated capillaries; sebaceous MSI, including cholesterol deposits and milia; and hyperkerantinized MSI, such as keratoses and skin tags. The LAMPROBE uniquely assists modern, capable, and skilled skin care practitioners to do their work more effectively and with greater client and professional satisfaction. Setting standards in quality, education, and training, the LAMPROBE has become an essential tool enabling skin care practitioners around the world to offer new revenue-enhancing and highly in-demand services. Website: www.lamprobe.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 877-760-2722 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lamprobe Facebook: www.facebook.com/theLAMPROBE All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments

Jul 19, 202413 min

Ep 267Ep 267 – Celebrity Esthetician Joelle Lee

Join Maggie and Ella with special Guest Joelle Lee for a frank conversation about today's esthetic industry. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational TiZO Mineral sunscreens set the standard for esthetic elegance with tinted and non-tinted formulas for use on virtually all skin types and tones. Our name reflects our commitment: TiZO = Titanium dioxide + Zinc Oxides. All TiZO products are reef-friendly and 100 percent free of chemical sunscreens, dyes, fragrances, gluten, phthalates, and parabens. TiZO Photoceutical Skincare is the perfect partner to our sunscreens in the fight against photoaging. These silky, elegant products address tone, texture, and hydration while helping to prevent further damage. From our flagship TiZO3 Primer/Sunscreen SPF 40 to our gentle Ultra Zinc formulations to our new Advanced Vitamin C+E Serum with Bakuchiol, TiZO has the ideal selection of products to protect, repair, and revitalize skin. Website: https://tizoskin.com/ About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

Jul 17, 202421 min

Ep 266Ep 266 – Tik-Tok-ing Shop

What is the TikTok Shop? Proclaimed as the "one-stop ecommerce solution for driving brand growth," this newly forged frontier has a profound influence on the professional esthetics industry for seasoned (crusty rusty) esties and newbies alike. Tune in to this episode of ASCP Esty Talk to follow Maggie and Ella as they explore and talk through the shop, appeal, and potential ban of TikTok to better understand how "entertainment becomes shoppable." 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational TiZO Mineral sunscreens set the standard for esthetic elegance with tinted and non-tinted formulas for use on virtually all skin types and tones. Our name reflects our commitment: TiZO = Titanium dioxide + Zinc Oxides. All TiZO products are reef-friendly and 100 percent free of chemical sunscreens, dyes, fragrances, gluten, phthalates, and parabens. TiZO Photoceutical Skincare is the perfect partner to our sunscreens in the fight against photoaging. These silky, elegant products address tone, texture, and hydration while helping to prevent further damage. From our flagship TiZO3 Primer/Sunscreen SPF 40 to our gentle Ultra Zinc formulations to our new Advanced Vitamin C+E Serum with Bakuchiol, TiZO has the ideal selection of products to protect, repair, and revitalize skin. Website: https://tizoskin.com/ About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

Jul 10, 202423 min

Ep 265Ep 265 – The Rogue Pharmacist: How to End Psoriasis

UV therapy is frequently recommended for the treatment of psoriasis. While effective, there are also alternative holistic approaches that have been successful. In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist with Ben Fuchs, we dig into the causes, triggers, and treatments of psoriasis and his take on whether there is a cure. 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. Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and skin care chemist with 35 years of experience developing pharmacy-potent skin health products for estheticians, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Ben's expert advice gives licensed estheticians the education and skin science to better support the skin care services performed in the treatment room while sharing insights to enhance clients' at-home skin care routines. Connect with Ben Fuchs: Website: www.brightsideben.com Phone: 844-236-6010 Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Bright-Side-with-Pharmacist-Ben-Fuchs-101162801334696/ About Our Sponsor: LAMPROBE The popular and revolutionary LAMPROBE utilizes radio and high-frequency technology to treat a wide variety of Minor Skin Irregularities™ (MSI)—non-invasively—with instantaneous results. Common conditions treated by the LAMPROBE include: vascular MSI, such as cherry angiomas; dilated capillaries; sebaceous MSI, including cholesterol deposits and milia; and hyperkerantinized MSI, such as keratoses and skin tags. The LAMPROBE uniquely assists modern, capable, and skilled skin care practitioners to do their work more effectively and with greater client and professional satisfaction. Setting standards in quality, education, and training, the LAMPROBE has become an essential tool enabling skin care practitioners around the world to offer new revenue-enhancing and highly in-demand services. Website: www.lamprobe.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 877-760-2722 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lamprobe Facebook: www.facebook.com/theLAMPROBE All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments

Jun 28, 202414 min

Ep 264Ep 264 – Is There a Perfect Sunscreen? The Safety Debate Continues

Sunscreen safety has been a long-running debate with the dangers of chemical ingredients weighed against the dangers of long-term sun exposure. Mineral blocks are considered a safer alternative, but even these have come under scrutiny. Now, hidden ingredients known to enhance the effectiveness of SPF are being criticized. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella discuss UV filters and boosters, and share their take on sunscreen safety. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational TiZO Mineral sunscreens set the standard for esthetic elegance with tinted and non-tinted formulas for use on virtually all skin types and tones. Our name reflects our commitment: TiZO = Titanium dioxide + Zinc Oxides. All TiZO products are reef-friendly and 100 percent free of chemical sunscreens, dyes, fragrances, gluten, phthalates, and parabens. TiZO Photoceutical Skincare is the perfect partner to our sunscreens in the fight against photoaging. These silky, elegant products address tone, texture, and hydration while helping to prevent further damage. From our flagship TiZO3 Primer/Sunscreen SPF 40 to our gentle Ultra Zinc formulations to our new Advanced Vitamin C+E Serum with Bakuchiol, TiZO has the ideal selection of products to protect, repair, and revitalize skin. Website: https://tizoskin.com/ About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

Jun 26, 202417 min

Ep 263Ep 263 – Get Ready with Me

It wasn't long ago that consumers and estheticians alike were getting their makeup inspiration from YouTube. As trends shifted toward clean, green, and all natural, and influencers took over the beauty stage, the days of scrolling makeup videos on YouTube came to an end. But "beauty tube" may be back, and Gen Z is watching. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella talk about the latest makeup dupes and beauty slang making the rounds on social media. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational TiZO Mineral sunscreens set the standard for esthetic elegance with tinted and non-tinted formulas for use on virtually all skin types and tones. Our name reflects our commitment: TiZO = Titanium dioxide + Zinc Oxides. All TiZO products are reef-friendly and 100 percent free of chemical sunscreens, dyes, fragrances, gluten, phthalates, and parabens. TiZO Photoceutical Skincare is the perfect partner to our sunscreens in the fight against photoaging. These silky, elegant products address tone, texture, and hydration while helping to prevent further damage. From our flagship TiZO3 Primer/Sunscreen SPF 40 to our gentle Ultra Zinc formulations to our new Advanced Vitamin C+E Serum with Bakuchiol, TiZO has the ideal selection of products to protect, repair, and revitalize skin. Website: https://tizoskin.com/ About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

Jun 19, 202415 min

Ep 262Ep 262 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Collagen Inside and Out

Collagen is the most abundant protein found in the body, making up 70 percent of the dermis alone. Over time, production of collagen slows, leading to more than just aging. In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist with Ben Fuchs, we discuss the three ways in which collagen can be used: applied topically to the skin, injected as a filler, or taken orally as a supplement. 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. Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and skin care chemist with 35 years of experience developing pharmacy-potent skin health products for estheticians, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Ben's expert advice gives licensed estheticians the education and skin science to better support the skin care services performed in the treatment room while sharing insights to enhance clients' at-home skin care routines. Connect with Ben Fuchs: Website: www.brightsideben.com Phone: 844-236-6010 Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Bright-Side-with-Pharmacist-Ben-Fuchs-101162801334696/ About Our Sponsor: LAMPROBE The popular and revolutionary LAMPROBE utilizes radio and high-frequency technology to treat a wide variety of Minor Skin Irregularities™ (MSI)—non-invasively—with instantaneous results. Common conditions treated by the LAMPROBE include: vascular MSI, such as cherry angiomas; dilated capillaries; sebaceous MSI, including cholesterol deposits and milia; and hyperkerantinized MSI, such as keratoses and skin tags. The LAMPROBE uniquely assists modern, capable, and skilled skin care practitioners to do their work more effectively and with greater client and professional satisfaction. Setting standards in quality, education, and training, the LAMPROBE has become an essential tool enabling skin care practitioners around the world to offer new revenue-enhancing and highly in-demand services. Website: www.lamprobe.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 877-760-2722 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lamprobe Facebook: www.facebook.com/theLAMPROBE All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments

Jun 14, 202421 min

Ep 261Ep 261 – You Are a Professional – Prove it!

Being a solo practitioner requires self-promotion (often on social media), and the quality of content is important. But opinions vary on the type of content that should be shared and its perception of professionalism. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella discuss before-and-after pics, release forms, setting realistic expectations with your clients, and more! 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational TiZO Mineral sunscreens set the standard for esthetic elegance with tinted and non-tinted formulas for use on virtually all skin types and tones. Our name reflects our commitment: TiZO = Titanium dioxide + Zinc Oxides. All TiZO products are reef-friendly and 100 percent free of chemical sunscreens, dyes, fragrances, gluten, phthalates, and parabens. TiZO Photoceutical Skincare is the perfect partner to our sunscreens in the fight against photoaging. These silky, elegant products address tone, texture, and hydration while helping to prevent further damage. From our flagship TiZO3 Primer/Sunscreen SPF 40 to our gentle Ultra Zinc formulations to our new Advanced Vitamin C+E Serum with Bakuchiol, TiZO has the ideal selection of products to protect, repair, and revitalize skin. Website: https://tizoskin.com/ About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

Jun 12, 202419 min

Ep 260Ep 260 – What the Deck - Estradiol

Research has shown that the lack of estrogen in postmenopausal women can speed up various skin changes, such as dryness, sagging, and wrinkles, and slow wound healing. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella discuss the effects of estrogen deficiency on the skin and treatment strategies. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational TiZO Mineral sunscreens set the standard for esthetic elegance with tinted and non-tinted formulas for use on virtually all skin types and tones. Our name reflects our commitment: TiZO = Titanium dioxide + Zinc Oxides. All TiZO products are reef-friendly and 100 percent free of chemical sunscreens, dyes, fragrances, gluten, phthalates, and parabens. TiZO Photoceutical Skincare is the perfect partner to our sunscreens in the fight against photoaging. These silky, elegant products address tone, texture, and hydration while helping to prevent further damage. From our flagship TiZO3 Primer/Sunscreen SPF 40 to our gentle Ultra Zinc formulations to our new Advanced Vitamin C+E Serum with Bakuchiol, TiZO has the ideal selection of products to protect, repair, and revitalize skin. Website: https://tizoskin.com/ About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

Jun 5, 202418 min

Ep 259Ep 259 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Chemical Peels

Everyone has a different stance on chemical peeling—how often they should be performed, if they should be performed at all, and whether controlled wounds really lead to antiaging. Tune in to this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist with Ben Fuchs to get his take on chemical peels and what's happening to the skin at the cellular level. 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. Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and skin care chemist with 35 years of experience developing pharmacy-potent skin health products for estheticians, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Ben's expert advice gives licensed estheticians the education and skin science to better support the skin care services performed in the treatment room while sharing insights to enhance clients' at-home skin care routines. Connect with Ben Fuchs: Website: www.brightsideben.com Phone: 844-236-6010 Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Bright-Side-with-Pharmacist-Ben-Fuchs-101162801334696/ About Our Sponsor: LAMPROBE The popular and revolutionary LAMPROBE utilizes radio and high-frequency technology to treat a wide variety of Minor Skin Irregularities™ (MSI)—non-invasively—with instantaneous results. Common conditions treated by the LAMPROBE include: vascular MSI, such as cherry angiomas; dilated capillaries; sebaceous MSI, including cholesterol deposits and milia; and hyperkerantinized MSI, such as keratoses and skin tags. The LAMPROBE uniquely assists modern, capable, and skilled skin care practitioners to do their work more effectively and with greater client and professional satisfaction. Setting standards in quality, education, and training, the LAMPROBE has become an essential tool enabling skin care practitioners around the world to offer new revenue-enhancing and highly in-demand services. Website: www.lamprobe.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 877-760-2722 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lamprobe Facebook: www.facebook.com/theLAMPROBE All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments

May 31, 202418 min

Ep 258Ep 258 – Divine Beauty

For centuries, religious orders have practiced the ancient art of herbalism and the creation of cosmetic products to generate revenue. These practices continue to be prosperous today. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella discuss the cosmetic and herbalism industries, the demand for natural products, and common ingredients sourced for herbal cosmetics. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational TiZO Mineral sunscreens set the standard for esthetic elegance with tinted and non-tinted formulas for use on virtually all skin types and tones. Our name reflects our commitment: TiZO = Titanium dioxide + Zinc Oxides. All TiZO products are reef-friendly and 100 percent free of chemical sunscreens, dyes, fragrances, gluten, phthalates, and parabens. TiZO Photoceutical Skincare is the perfect partner to our sunscreens in the fight against photoaging. These silky, elegant products address tone, texture, and hydration while helping to prevent further damage. From our flagship TiZO3 Primer/Sunscreen SPF 40 to our gentle Ultra Zinc formulations to our new Advanced Vitamin C+E Serum with Bakuchiol, TiZO has the ideal selection of products to protect, repair, and revitalize skin. Website: https://tizoskin.com/ About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

May 29, 202419 min

Ep 257Ep 257 – Neurocosmetics: The Brain-Skin Connection

Rooted in the idea that the brain and the skin are connected, neurocosmetics not only improves the health of the skin but also targets the central nervous system, bringing balance to one's emotions. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella discuss the studies to back the science of neurocosmetics and how skin care can be mood lifting. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational TiZO Mineral sunscreens set the standard for esthetic elegance with tinted and non-tinted formulas for use on virtually all skin types and tones. Our name reflects our commitment: TiZO = Titanium dioxide + Zinc Oxides. All TiZO products are reef-friendly and 100 percent free of chemical sunscreens, dyes, fragrances, gluten, phthalates, and parabens. TiZO Photoceutical Skincare is the perfect partner to our sunscreens in the fight against photoaging. These silky, elegant products address tone, texture, and hydration while helping to prevent further damage. From our flagship TiZO3 Primer/Sunscreen SPF 40 to our gentle Ultra Zinc formulations to our new Advanced Vitamin C+E Serum with Bakuchiol, TiZO has the ideal selection of products to protect, repair, and revitalize skin. Website: https://tizoskin.com/ About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

May 22, 202416 min

Ep 256Ep 256 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Melatonin

Often used as a sleep aid and thought of as a supplement, melatonin as a topical skin care product is one of the newest beauty trends. Tune in to The Rogue Pharmacist with Ben Fuchs to hear him explain what melatonin really is and how it works when it's applied topically to 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 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. Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and skin care chemist with 35 years of experience developing pharmacy-potent skin health products for estheticians, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Ben's expert advice gives licensed estheticians the education and skin science to better support the skin care services performed in the treatment room while sharing insights to enhance clients' at-home skin care routines. Connect with Ben Fuchs: Website: www.brightsideben.com Phone: 844-236-6010 Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Bright-Side-with-Pharmacist-Ben-Fuchs-101162801334696/ About Our Sponsor: LAMPROBE The popular and revolutionary LAMPROBE utilizes radio and high-frequency technology to treat a wide variety of Minor Skin Irregularities™ (MSI)—non-invasively—with instantaneous results. Common conditions treated by the LAMPROBE include: vascular MSI, such as cherry angiomas; dilated capillaries; sebaceous MSI, including cholesterol deposits and milia; and hyperkerantinized MSI, such as keratoses and skin tags. The LAMPROBE uniquely assists modern, capable, and skilled skin care practitioners to do their work more effectively and with greater client and professional satisfaction. Setting standards in quality, education, and training, the LAMPROBE has become an essential tool enabling skin care practitioners around the world to offer new revenue-enhancing and highly in-demand services. Website: www.lamprobe.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 877-760-2722 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lamprobe Facebook: www.facebook.com/theLAMPROBE All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments

May 17, 202413 min

Ep 255Ep 255 – Breaking Barriers: Disability Inclusivity in the Beauty Industry

Leigh Justine Wick not only runs a successful esthetics business, but she is also an educator and understands the importance of accessibility in the treatment room from both a business perspective and a personal one. Listen in to this episode of ASCP Esty Talk to hear Ella and Maggie chat with Leigh about her perspective as a person who uses a wheelchair and understands essential accessibility aspects like designing a spa space for easy access and inclusivity. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational TiZO Mineral sunscreens set the standard for esthetic elegance with tinted and non-tinted formulas for use on virtually all skin types and tones. Our name reflects our commitment: TiZO = Titanium dioxide + Zinc Oxides. All TiZO products are reef-friendly and 100 percent free of chemical sunscreens, dyes, fragrances, gluten, phthalates, and parabens. TiZO Photoceutical Skincare is the perfect partner to our sunscreens in the fight against photoaging. These silky, elegant products address tone, texture, and hydration while helping to prevent further damage. From our flagship TiZO3 Primer/Sunscreen SPF 40 to our gentle Ultra Zinc formulations to our new Advanced Vitamin C+E Serum with Bakuchiol, TiZO has the ideal selection of products to protect, repair, and revitalize skin. Website: https://tizoskin.com/ About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

May 15, 202421 min

Ep 254Ep 254 – The Benzene Report: What You Need to Know

In March, an independent lab released another FDA citizen petition that affects the beauty industry. The most recent report of the metamorphosis of a traditional acne-fighting ingredient into a molecule known to wreak havoc if inhaled (benzene) has left some with questions and, understandably, fear. As professional skin care practitioners, or perhaps curious consumers, one question is most pressing: "What do I need to know about this report?" Tune in to this episode of ASCP Esty Talk to understand the players and dissect the results to decipher the findings of the Valisure findings. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational TiZO Mineral sunscreens set the standard for esthetic elegance with tinted and non-tinted formulas for use on virtually all skin types and tones. Our name reflects our commitment: TiZO = Titanium dioxide + Zinc Oxides. All TiZO products are reef-friendly and 100 percent free of chemical sunscreens, dyes, fragrances, gluten, phthalates, and parabens. TiZO Photoceutical Skincare is the perfect partner to our sunscreens in the fight against photoaging. These silky, elegant products address tone, texture, and hydration while helping to prevent further damage. From our flagship TiZO3 Primer/Sunscreen SPF 40 to our gentle Ultra Zinc formulations to our new Advanced Vitamin C+E Serum with Bakuchiol, TiZO has the ideal selection of products to protect, repair, and revitalize skin. Website: https://tizoskin.com/ About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.faceboo

May 8, 202419 min

Ep 253Ep 253 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Fulvic Minerals

Found in clay, sand, and mountain rock, fulvic minerals have been used as a natural remedy for centuries for their antiaging and rejuvenating properties. In skin care, fulvic minerals enhance the delivery of other active ingredients. In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist, Ben Fuchs talks about fulvic minerals, where they come from, and how widely they are used today. 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. Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and skin care chemist with 35 years of experience developing pharmacy-potent skin health products for estheticians, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Ben's expert advice gives licensed estheticians the education and skin science to better support the skin care services performed in the treatment room while sharing insights to enhance clients' at-home skin care routines. Connect with Ben Fuchs: Website: www.brightsideben.com Phone: 844-236-6010 Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Bright-Side-with-Pharmacist-Ben-Fuchs-101162801334696/ About Our Sponsor: LAMPROBE The popular and revolutionary LAMPROBE utilizes radio and high-frequency technology to treat a wide variety of Minor Skin Irregularities™ (MSI)—non-invasively—with instantaneous results. Common conditions treated by the LAMPROBE include: vascular MSI, such as cherry angiomas; dilated capillaries; sebaceous MSI, including cholesterol deposits and milia; and hyperkerantinized MSI, such as keratoses and skin tags. The LAMPROBE uniquely assists modern, capable, and skilled skin care practitioners to do their work more effectively and with greater client and professional satisfaction. Setting standards in quality, education, and training, the LAMPROBE has become an essential tool enabling skin care practitioners around the world to offer new revenue-enhancing and highly in-demand services. Website: www.lamprobe.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 877-760-2722 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lamprobe Facebook: www.facebook.com/theLAMPROBE All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments

May 3, 202415 min

Ep 252Ep 252 – The Art of Analysis

It seems like the Fitzpatrick Scale comes under scrutiny on an annual basis, and critics argue it should be abandoned for other, more inclusive skin scales. One such scale is the Monk Skin Tone Scale. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Ella and Maggie discuss the widespread use of the Fitzpatrick Scale, how the Monk Skin Tone Scale came into development, and their thoughts on skin tone classification in the treatment room. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational Hale & Hush is the only professional brand to focus exclusively on treatment and retail products for sensitive and health-challenged skin. Hale & Hush products and education address the wide spectrum of issues your sensitive clients present. It can range from periodic sensitivity from stress, environment, hormones, and chemical irritants —all the way to chronic sensitivity from serious health or disability challenges, and the treatments or medications that accompany them. Unlike other sensitive skin lines, however, we also utilize gentle but highly therapeutic ingredients to repair and promote a healthy skin barrier. This is critical to prevent premature aging due to the dryness, fragility and overall cellular stress experienced by sensitive skin. We also offer education and marketing support to treat the sensitive skin client. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/haleandhush Instagram https://www.instagram.com/haleandhush/ website www.haleandhush.com About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskinc

May 1, 202413 min

Ep 251Ep 251 – Esty of the Year: Ximena Juarez

Guided by the values of hard work and determination instilled by her mother, ASCP 2024 Esty of the Year Ximena Juarez is a force to be reckoned with. Tune in to this episode of ASCP Esty Talk to hear Ella and Maggie ask Ximena about her start in esthetics, her business, and the advice she has for future esthies. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ximena Juarez: Ximena is an immigrant from Colombia, she moved to the United States when she was 16 years old and she has been a Licensed Esthetician for 12 years. She specializes in technology innovation, product care, and the newest anti-aging trends within the beauty industry. She is passionate about continuing her education and helping clients achieve their best skin. Ximena is an eager entrepreneur who seeks growth opportunities and loves sharing her experiences to help others achieve their own entrepreneurial dreams. She enjoys taking advanced esthetics courses to ensure she is providing the most updated information and treatments for her clients. Ximena proudly served 4 years in the United States Navy, receiving, the Sailor of the Year award. She is an avid fitness and health enthusiast who enjoys working out, hiking, and camping with her family. She is instilling her love of the outdoors in her 2 children, Amanda and Emilio. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational Hale & Hush is the only professional brand to focus exclusively on treatment and retail products for sensitive and health-challenged skin. Hale & Hush products and education address the wide spectrum of issues your sensitive clients present. It can range from periodic sensitivity from stress, environment, hormones, and chemical irritants —all the way to chronic sensitivity from serious health or disability challenges, and the treatments or medications that accompany them. Unlike other sensitive skin lines, however, we also utilize gentle but highly therapeutic ingredients to repair and promote a healthy skin barrier. This is critical to prevent premature aging due to the dryness, fragility and overall cellul

Apr 24, 202415 min

Ep 250Ep 250 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Epigenetics Skin Care

The latest trend in skin care is epigenetics, which involves manipulating DNA to target certain skin issues. The big question is, does it actually deliver results? In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist, Ben Fuchs explains how epigenetics affects aging and provides examples of epigenetic ingredients in skin care. 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. Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and skin care chemist with 35 years of experience developing pharmacy-potent skin health products for estheticians, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Ben's expert advice gives licensed estheticians the education and skin science to better support the skin care services performed in the treatment room while sharing insights to enhance clients' at-home skin care routines. Connect with Ben Fuchs: Website: www.brightsideben.com Phone: 844-236-6010 Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Bright-Side-with-Pharmacist-Ben-Fuchs-101162801334696/ About Our Sponsor: LAMPROBE The popular and revolutionary LAMPROBE utilizes radio and high-frequency technology to treat a wide variety of Minor Skin Irregularities™ (MSI)—non-invasively—with instantaneous results. Common conditions treated by the LAMPROBE include: vascular MSI, such as cherry angiomas; dilated capillaries; sebaceous MSI, including cholesterol deposits and milia; and hyperkerantinized MSI, such as keratoses and skin tags. The LAMPROBE uniquely assists modern, capable, and skilled skin care practitioners to do their work more effectively and with greater client and professional satisfaction. Setting standards in quality, education, and training, the LAMPROBE has become an essential tool enabling skin care practitioners around the world to offer new revenue-enhancing and highly in-demand services. Website: www.lamprobe.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 877-760-2722 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lamprobe Facebook: www.facebook.com/theLAMPROBE All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments

Apr 19, 202414 min

Ep 249Ep 249 – Automatic Tipping – Is It Right for Your Business?

Many things have changed in the last few years, one of them being the tipping culture. With automatic tipping finding its way from large restaurant parties into the treatment room, Maggie and Ella couldn't help but dissect this potential trend. Tune in to ASCP Esty Talk for a short history of tipping and their take on the potential of automatic tips. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational Hale & Hush is the only professional brand to focus exclusively on treatment and retail products for sensitive and health-challenged skin. Hale & Hush products and education address the wide spectrum of issues your sensitive clients present. It can range from periodic sensitivity from stress, environment, hormones, and chemical irritants —all the way to chronic sensitivity from serious health or disability challenges, and the treatments or medications that accompany them. Unlike other sensitive skin lines, however, we also utilize gentle but highly therapeutic ingredients to repair and promote a healthy skin barrier. This is critical to prevent premature aging due to the dryness, fragility and overall cellular stress experienced by sensitive skin. We also offer education and marketing support to treat the sensitive skin client. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/haleandhush Instagram https://www.instagram.com/haleandhush/ website www.haleandhush.com About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

Apr 17, 202416 min

Ep 248Ep 248 – Avoid Burnout

The excitement and anticipation of a new year often drives people to set high expectations for themselves. If you've kicked off the year with a never-ending lineup of trade shows to attend and a long list of career goals, we get it! However, these objectives can quickly become overwhelming and lead to burnout. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella share their tips for avoiding burnout. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational Hale & Hush is the only professional brand to focus exclusively on treatment and retail products for sensitive and health-challenged skin. Hale & Hush products and education address the wide spectrum of issues your sensitive clients present. It can range from periodic sensitivity from stress, environment, hormones, and chemical irritants —all the way to chronic sensitivity from serious health or disability challenges, and the treatments or medications that accompany them. Unlike other sensitive skin lines, however, we also utilize gentle but highly therapeutic ingredients to repair and promote a healthy skin barrier. This is critical to prevent premature aging due to the dryness, fragility and overall cellular stress experienced by sensitive skin. We also offer education and marketing support to treat the sensitive skin client. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/haleandhush Instagram https://www.instagram.com/haleandhush/ website www.haleandhush.com About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instag

Apr 10, 202416 min

Ep 247Ep 247 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Vitamin D for Skin Health

Vitamin D, also known as the sunshine vitamin, is known for its ability to support strong bones. What people may not know is it's essential for maintaining healthy skin too. In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist with Ben Fuchs, we discuss whether vitamin D can reverse the signs of aging, how to get it without too much sun exposure, and how much you really need. 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. Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and skin care chemist with 35 years of experience developing pharmacy-potent skin health products for estheticians, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Ben's expert advice gives licensed estheticians the education and skin science to better support the skin care services performed in the treatment room while sharing insights to enhance clients' at-home skin care routines. Connect with Ben Fuchs: Website: www.brightsideben.com Phone: 844-236-6010 Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Bright-Side-with-Pharmacist-Ben-Fuchs-101162801334696/ About Our Sponsors LAMPROBE The popular and revolutionary LAMPROBE utilizes radio and high-frequency technology to treat a wide variety of Minor Skin Irregularities™ (MSI)—non-invasively—with instantaneous results. Common conditions treated by the LAMPROBE include: vascular MSI, such as cherry angiomas; dilated capillaries; sebaceous MSI, including cholesterol deposits and milia; and hyperkerantinized MSI, such as keratoses and skin tags. The LAMPROBE uniquely assists modern, capable, and skilled skin care practitioners to do their work more effectively and with greater client and professional satisfaction. Setting standards in quality, education, and training, the LAMPROBE has become an essential tool enabling skin care practitioners around the world to offer new revenue-enhancing and highly in-demand services. Website: www.lamprobe.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 877-760-2722 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lamprobe Facebook: www.facebook.com/theLAMPROBE All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments

Apr 5, 202416 min

Ep 246Ep 246 – Ingredient-Scanning Apps – Friend or Foe?

An emerging trend is the use of phone apps to scan products for a good/bad/indifferent status report. Sounds helpful, right? Well, are these apps as well intended as consumers think they are? In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Ella and Maggie take a close look at these apps, break down the information they convey, and deliver a grade of their potential. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational Hale & Hush is the only professional brand to focus exclusively on treatment and retail products for sensitive and health-challenged skin. Hale & Hush products and education address the wide spectrum of issues your sensitive clients present. It can range from periodic sensitivity from stress, environment, hormones, and chemical irritants —all the way to chronic sensitivity from serious health or disability challenges, and the treatments or medications that accompany them. Unlike other sensitive skin lines, however, we also utilize gentle but highly therapeutic ingredients to repair and promote a healthy skin barrier. This is critical to prevent premature aging due to the dryness, fragility and overall cellular stress experienced by sensitive skin. We also offer education and marketing support to treat the sensitive skin client. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/haleandhush Instagram https://www.instagram.com/haleandhush/ website www.haleandhush.com About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

Apr 3, 202419 min

Ep 245Ep 245 – Making the Most of Tradeshow Season

Tradeshow season is in full swing, and whether it's your first time attending, or you are a pro, it's good to get a little guidance. Tune in to this episode of ASCP Esty Talk to hear Ella and Maggie discuss the ins and outs of attending tradeshows. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. About Ella Cressman: Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, business owner, ingredient junkie and esthetic cheerleader! As an international educator for Lira Clinical, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint and how that relates to the skin. Connect with Ella Cressman: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational Skin Script Skin Care provides outstanding products and education, so estheticians prosper and succeed. Skin Script's three pillars are: amazing professional products, excellent customer service that is friendly and fast, and quality education at an approachable price. Skin Script delivers the promise of healthy, vitalized, youthful-looking skin by providing superior, innovative ingredients and formulations that are gentle yet effective. Skin Script Skin Care has been empowering estheticians since 2007 and welcomes you to unite with them in your professional journey. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/skinscriptrx Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skinscriptrx/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skinscriptrx/?hl=en TiZO Mineral sunscreens set the standard for esthetic elegance with tinted and non-tinted formulas for use on virtually all skin types and tones. Our name reflects our commitment: TiZO = Titanium dioxide + Zinc Oxides. All TiZO products are reef-friendly and 100 percent free of chemical sunscreens, dyes, fragrances, gluten, phthalates, and parabens. TiZO Photoceutical Skincare is the perfect partner to our sunscreens in the fight against photoaging. These silky, elegant products address tone, texture, and hydration while helping to prevent further damage. From our flagship TiZO3 Primer/Sunscreen SPF 40 to our gentle Ultra Zinc formulations to our new Advanced Vitamin C+E Serum with Bakuchiol, TiZO has the ideal selection of products to protect, repair, and revitalize skin. Website: https://tizoskin.com/ About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source fo

Mar 27, 202415 min

Ep 244Ep 244 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Harnessing the Power of Enzymes

Most estheticians use enzymes in their treatment room because of their gentle exfoliating properties. But what exactly are enzymes? In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist with Ben Fuchs, we discuss how to use enzymes, where they come from, and how topical enzymes compare to digestive enzymes. 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. Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and skin care chemist with 35 years of experience developing pharmacy-potent skin health products for estheticians, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Ben's expert advice gives licensed estheticians the education and skin science to better support the skin care services performed in the treatment room while sharing insights to enhance clients' at-home skin care routines. Connect with Ben Fuchs: Website: www.brightsideben.com Phone: 844-236-6010 Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Bright-Side-with-Pharmacist-Ben-Fuchs-101162801334696/ About Our Sponsors: The popular and revolutionary LAMPROBE utilizes radio and high-frequency technology to treat a wide variety of Minor Skin Irregularities™ (MSI)—non-invasively—with instantaneous results. Common conditions treated by the LAMPROBE include: vascular MSI, such as cherry angiomas; dilated capillaries; sebaceous MSI, including cholesterol deposits and milia; and hyperkerantinized MSI, such as keratoses and skin tags. The LAMPROBE uniquely assists modern, capable, and skilled skin care practitioners to do their work more effectively and with greater client and professional satisfaction. Setting standards in quality, education, and training, the LAMPROBE has become an essential tool enabling skin care practitioners around the world to offer new revenue-enhancing and highly in-demand services. Website: www.lamprobe.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 877-760-2722 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lamprobe Facebook: www.facebook.com/theLAMPROBE All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments

Mar 22, 202413 min

Ep 243Ep 243 – Collaborate to Elevate: Growing Your Esthetics Business

In this industry, you can never have too many connections, take enough classes, or overshare your wisdom. By building relationships, improving your expertise, and embracing new opportunities, you can enhance the success of your esthetics business. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Ella and Maggie discuss the importance of using social media, participating in industry events (like the ASCP Spring Education Summit), seeking education, and forming valuable partnerships. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. 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 industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view. She has spent many hours researching ingredients, understanding how and where they are sourced, as well as phytochemistry, histological access, and complementary compounds for intentional skin benefits. In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several skin care lines, including several successful CBD brands. Connect with Ella Cressman: Website: www.ellacress.com Website: www.hhpcollective.com 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational Skin Script Skin Care provides outstanding products and education, so estheticians prosper and succeed. Skin Script's three pillars are: amazing professional products, excellent customer service that is friendly and fast, and quality education at an approachable price. Skin Script delivers the promise of healthy, vitalized, youthful-looking skin by providing superior, innovative ingredients and formulations that are gentle yet effective. Skin Script Skin Care has been empowering estheticians since 2007 and welcomes you to unite with them in your professional journey. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/skinscriptrx Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skinscriptrx/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skinscriptrx/?hl=en TiZO Mineral sunscreens set the standard for esthetic elegance with tinted and non-tinted formulas for use on virtually all skin types and tones. Our name reflects our commitment: TiZO = Titanium dioxide + Zinc Oxides. All TiZO products are reef-friendly and 100 percent free of chemical sunscreens, dyes, fragrances, gluten, phthalates, and parabens. TiZO Photoceutical Skincare is the perfect partner to our s

Mar 20, 202416 min

Ep 242Ep 242 – Spring Clean

Facial cleanser is the first step and foundation to any esthetics treatment, and as we approach spring, Ella and Maggie are diving into the topic and highlighting the importance of this necessary product. Join us on this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, where Maggie and Ella discuss their cleansing routines, debunk common myths about cleansers, and share key ingredients to avoid. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. 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 industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view. She has spent many hours researching ingredients, understanding how and where they are sourced, as well as phytochemistry, histological access, and complementary compounds for intentional skin benefits. In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several skin care lines, including several successful CBD brands. Connect with Ella Cressman: Website: www.ellacress.com Website: www.hhpcollective.com 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational Skin Script Skin Care provides outstanding products and education, so estheticians prosper and succeed. Skin Script's three pillars are: amazing professional products, excellent customer service that is friendly and fast, and quality education at an approachable price. Skin Script delivers the promise of healthy, vitalized, youthful-looking skin by providing superior, innovative ingredients and formulations that are gentle yet effective. Skin Script Skin Care has been empowering estheticians since 2007 and welcomes you to unite with them in your professional journey. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/skinscriptrx Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skinscriptrx/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skinscriptrx/?hl=en TiZO Mineral sunscreens set the standard for esthetic elegance with tinted and non-tinted formulas for use on virtually all skin types and tones. Our name reflects our commitment: TiZO = Titanium dioxide + Zinc Oxides. All TiZO products are reef-friendly and 100 percent free of chemical sunscreens, dyes, fragrances, gluten, phthalates, and parabens. TiZO Photoceutical Skincare is the perfect partner to our sunscreens in the fight against photoaging. These silky, elegant products address tone, texture,

Mar 13, 202420 min

Ep 241Ep 241 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Unmasking Melasma

Estheticians play a crucial role in addressing melasma by providing personalized treatment plans tailored to everyone's skin type and concerns. This may include a combination of topical treatments, like hydroquinone, chemical peels, and sun protection measures, but they don't always get to the root of the problem. In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist, Ben Fuchs talks about the prevalence of melasma and why topical treatments are not 100 percent effective. 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. Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and skin care chemist with 35 years of experience developing pharmacy-potent skin health products for estheticians, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Ben's expert advice gives licensed estheticians the education and skin science to better support the skin care services performed in the treatment room while sharing insights to enhance clients' at-home skin care routines. Connect with Ben Fuchs: Website: www.brightsideben.com Phone: 844-236-6010 Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Bright-Side-with-Pharmacist-Ben-Fuchs-101162801334696/ About Our Sponsor: LAMPROBE The popular and revolutionary LAMPROBE utilizes radio and high-frequency technology to treat a wide variety of Minor Skin Irregularities™ (MSI)—non-invasively—with instantaneous results. Common conditions treated by the LAMPROBE include: vascular MSI, such as cherry angiomas; dilated capillaries; sebaceous MSI, including cholesterol deposits and milia; and hyperkerantinized MSI, such as keratoses and skin tags. The LAMPROBE uniquely assists modern, capable, and skilled skin care practitioners to do their work more effectively and with greater client and professional satisfaction. Setting standards in quality, education, and training, the LAMPROBE has become an essential tool enabling skin care practitioners around the world to offer new revenue-enhancing and highly in-demand services. Website: www.lamprobe.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 877-760-2722 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lamprobe Facebook: www.facebook.com/theLAMPROBE All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments

Mar 8, 202417 min

Ep 240Ep 240 – Book Club-ish

Virginia Woolf said it best: "Books are the mirrors of the soul." As practitioners and entrepreneurs in an industry that always leaves something to learn, books provide information, insight, and, sometimes, a little relief from day-to-day pressures. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, we discuss a few of our favorite books we think you may enjoy as well! Resources: Clean: The New Science of Skin: https://www.amazon.com/Clean-Science-Skin-James-Hamblin/dp/0525538313 The Body: A Guide for Occupants: https://www.amazon.com/Body-Guide-Occupants-Bill-Bryson/dp/0385539304 Surrounded by Idiots: The Four Types of Human Behavior and How to Effectively Communicate with Each in Business (and in Life): https://www.amazon.com/Surrounded-Idiots-Behavior-Effectively-Communicate/dp/1250179947 Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know about the People We Don't Know: https://www.amazon.com/Talking-Strangers-Should-about-People-ebook/dp/B07NDKVWZW 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. 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 industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view. She has spent many hours researching ingredients, understanding how and where they are sourced, as well as phytochemistry, histological access, and complementary compounds for intentional skin benefits. In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several skin care lines, including several successful CBD brands. Connect with Ella Cressman: Website: www.ellacress.com Website: www.hhpcollective.com 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational Skin Script Skin Care provides outstanding products and education, so estheticians prosper and succeed. Skin Script's three pillars are: amazing professional products, excellent customer service that is friendly and fast, and quality education at an approachable price. Skin Script delivers the promise of healthy, vitalized, youthful-looking skin by providing superior, innovative ingredients and formulations that are gentle yet effective. Skin Script Skin Care has been empowering estheticians since 2007 and welcomes you to unite with them in your professional journey. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/skinscriptrx Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skinscriptrx/

Mar 6, 202421 min

Ep 239Ep 239 – What the Deck: Niacinamide

Rooted in scientific exploration and dermatological research, Niacinamide's skin benefits are vast. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella discuss how this vitamin plays well with other ingredients and fights against inflammation, hyperpigmentation, acne, and more. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. 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 industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view. She has spent many hours researching ingredients, understanding how and where they are sourced, as well as phytochemistry, histological access, and complementary compounds for intentional skin benefits. In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several skin care lines, including several successful CBD brands. Connect with Ella Cressman: Website: www.ellacress.com Website: www.hhpcollective.com 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational Skin Script Skin Care provides outstanding products and education, so estheticians prosper and succeed. Skin Script's three pillars are: amazing professional products, excellent customer service that is friendly and fast, and quality education at an approachable price. Skin Script delivers the promise of healthy, vitalized, youthful-looking skin by providing superior, innovative ingredients and formulations that are gentle yet effective. Skin Script Skin Care has been empowering estheticians since 2007 and welcomes you to unite with them in your professional journey. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/skinscriptrx Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skinscriptrx/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skinscriptrx/?hl=en About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagra

Feb 28, 202413 min

Ep 238Ep 238 – The Rogue Pharmacist: How Weight Loss Changes the Skin

Ozempic has been making headlines due to its remarkable ability to promote quick weight loss. One of the common side effects associated with this medication is what people refer to as the "Ozempic face." Tune in to this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist with Benjamin Knight Fuchs to learn what estheticians should be aware of when treating their clients on this medication and how to address the consequences. 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. Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and skin care chemist with 35 years of experience developing pharmacy-potent skin health products for estheticians, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Ben's expert advice gives licensed estheticians the education and skin science to better support the skin care services performed in the treatment room while sharing insights to enhance clients' at-home skin care routines. Connect with Ben Fuchs: Website: www.brightsideben.com Phone: 844-236-6010 Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Bright-Side-with-Pharmacist-Ben-Fuchs-101162801334696/ About Our Sponsors: LAMPROBE The popular and revolutionary LAMPROBE utilizes radio and high-frequency technology to treat a wide variety of Minor Skin Irregularities™ (MSI)—non-invasively—with instantaneous results. Common conditions treated by the LAMPROBE include: vascular MSI, such as cherry angiomas; dilated capillaries; sebaceous MSI, including cholesterol deposits and milia; and hyperkerantinized MSI, such as keratoses and skin tags. The LAMPROBE uniquely assists modern, capable, and skilled skin care practitioners to do their work more effectively and with greater client and professional satisfaction. Setting standards in quality, education, and training, the LAMPROBE has become an essential tool enabling skin care practitioners around the world to offer new revenue-enhancing and highly in-demand services. Website: www.lamprobe.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 877-760-2722 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lamprobe Facebook: www.facebook.com/theLAMPROBE All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments

Feb 23, 202412 min

Ep 237Ep 237 – Wellness Technology

The health and wellness industry are on fire and expected to reach nearly 9 trillion dollars by 2032. But that's not all – the wellness technology market is also experiencing rapid growth. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella dive into some of the latest tech trends designed to make you look good and feel better. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. 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 industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view. She has spent many hours researching ingredients, understanding how and where they are sourced, as well as phytochemistry, histological access, and complementary compounds for intentional skin benefits. In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several skin care lines, including several successful CBD brands. Connect with Ella Cressman: Website: www.ellacress.com Website: www.hhpcollective.com 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational Skin Script Skin Care provides outstanding products and education, so estheticians prosper and succeed. Skin Script's three pillars are: amazing professional products, excellent customer service that is friendly and fast, and quality education at an approachable price. Skin Script delivers the promise of healthy, vitalized, youthful-looking skin by providing superior, innovative ingredients and formulations that are gentle yet effective. Skin Script Skin Care has been empowering estheticians since 2007 and welcomes you to unite with them in your professional journey. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/skinscriptrx Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skinscriptrx/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skinscriptrx/?hl=en About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-04

Feb 21, 202420 min

Ep 236Ep 236 – Whoopsie Doozie with Sherrie Tennessee

When you make the decision to attend esthetician school, it's natural to feel a mix of excitement, anticipation, and optimism. However, esthetics school brings together individuals with diverse personalities, ages, and life experiences, which can sometimes lead to dramatic situations. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella are joined by Sherrie Tennessee, a seasoned spa professional, author, and educator, to share esty school horror stories. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. 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 industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view. She has spent many hours researching ingredients, understanding how and where they are sourced, as well as phytochemistry, histological access, and complementary compounds for intentional skin benefits. In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several skin care lines, including several successful CBD brands. Connect with Ella Cressman: Website: www.ellacress.com Website: www.hhpcollective.com 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational Skin Script Skin Care provides outstanding products and education, so estheticians prosper and succeed. Skin Script's three pillars are: amazing professional products, excellent customer service that is friendly and fast, and quality education at an approachable price. Skin Script delivers the promise of healthy, vitalized, youthful-looking skin by providing superior, innovative ingredients and formulations that are gentle yet effective. Skin Script Skin Care has been empowering estheticians since 2007 and welcomes you to unite with them in your professional journey. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/skinscriptrx Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skinscriptrx/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skinscriptrx/?hl=en About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join a

Feb 14, 202421 min

Ep 235Ep 235 – The Happiest Country on Earth

Finland has been named the happiest country on earth for the sixth straight year. The secret may just be its sauna culture—steamy, sacred, and where everyone is equal. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella discuss Finland's sauna culture and how to incorporate these elements into your spa business. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. 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 industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view. She has spent many hours researching ingredients, understanding how and where they are sourced, as well as phytochemistry, histological access, and complementary compounds for intentional skin benefits. In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several skin care lines, including several successful CBD brands. Connect with Ella Cressman: Website: www.ellacress.com Website: www.hhpcollective.com 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational Skin Script Skin Care provides outstanding products and education, so estheticians prosper and succeed. Skin Script's three pillars are: amazing professional products, excellent customer service that is friendly and fast, and quality education at an approachable price. Skin Script delivers the promise of healthy, vitalized, youthful-looking skin by providing superior, innovative ingredients and formulations that are gentle yet effective. Skin Script Skin Care has been empowering estheticians since 2007 and welcomes you to unite with them in your professional journey. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/skinscriptrx Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skinscriptrx/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skinscriptrx/?hl=en About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www

Feb 7, 202413 min

Ep 234Ep 234 – Did You Put Your Vitamins on Today?

Knowing the ABCs of vitamins is crucial for estheticians when it comes to treating their clients. These essential nutrients are vital for maintaining healthy skin, strengthening its protective barrier, and achieving a beautiful, glowing complexion. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella explore some common vitamins that are important for healthy skin and even perhaps what may happen if there is a deficiency. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. 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 industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view. She has spent many hours researching ingredients, understanding how and where they are sourced, as well as phytochemistry, histological access, and complementary compounds for intentional skin benefits. In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several skin care lines, including several successful CBD brands. Connect with Ella Cressman: Website: www.ellacress.com Website: www.hhpcollective.com 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

Jan 31, 202417 min

Ep 233Ep 233 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Ectoin Skin Care

In the world of skin care ingredients, you may have heard of glycerin, hyaluronic acid, sorbitol, betaine, and others that fall into a class known as osmolytes. Ectoin, a lesser-known osmolyte, is making waves in the skin care world. In this episode of ASCP's The Rogue Pharmacist with Benjamin Knight Fuchs, we discuss this not-so-new ingredient worth looking into. 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. Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and skin care chemist with 35 years of experience developing pharmacy-potent skin health products for estheticians, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Ben's expert advice gives licensed estheticians the education and skin science to better support the skin care services performed in the treatment room while sharing insights to enhance clients' at-home skin care routines. Connect with Ben Fuchs: Website: www.brightsideben.com Phone: 844-236-6010 Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Bright-Side-with-Pharmacist-Ben-Fuchs-101162801334696/ About Our Sponsor: LAMPROBE The popular and revolutionary LAMPROBE utilizes radio and high-frequency technology to treat a wide variety of Minor Skin Irregularities™ (MSI)—non-invasively—with instantaneous results. Common conditions treated by the LAMPROBE include: vascular MSI, such as cherry angiomas; dilated capillaries; sebaceous MSI, including cholesterol deposits and milia; and hyperkerantinized MSI, such as keratoses and skin tags. The LAMPROBE uniquely assists modern, capable, and skilled skin care practitioners to do their work more effectively and with greater client and professional satisfaction. Setting standards in quality, education, and training, the LAMPROBE has become an essential tool enabling skin care practitioners around the world to offer new revenue-enhancing and highly in-demand services. Website: www.lamprobe.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 877-760-2722 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lamprobe Facebook: www.facebook.com/theLAMPROBE All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments

Jan 26, 202416 min

Ep 232Ep 232 – Just Dropped: Discover the Hottest Beauty Trends of 2024

It is essential to understand our clients' needs in order to create sought-after services that deliver results. That's why every year ASCP Esty Talk thoroughly examines emerging skin care trends. In this episode, Maggie and Ella talk about the beauty trends forecast for 2024. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. 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 industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view. She has spent many hours researching ingredients, understanding how and where they are sourced, as well as phytochemistry, histological access, and complementary compounds for intentional skin benefits. In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several skin care lines, including several successful CBD brands. Connect with Ella Cressman: Website: www.ellacress.com Website: www.hhpcollective.com 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

Jan 24, 202413 min

Ep 231Ep 231 – The Four Agreements

The Four Agreements are explained in the book The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. The book is a guide on how to apply ancient Toltec wisdom in today's world. It emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and mindful living. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella discuss the 4 agreements and how they apply to professional esthetics. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. 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 industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view. She has spent many hours researching ingredients, understanding how and where they are sourced, as well as phytochemistry, histological access, and complementary compounds for intentional skin benefits. In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several skin care lines, including several successful CBD brands. Connect with Ella Cressman: Website: www.ellacress.com Website: www.hhpcollective.com 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

Jan 17, 202425 min

Ep 230Ep 230 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Exploring the Hype Surrounding Hypochlorous Acid

Hypochlorous acid, a naturally occurring molecule, is a powerful yet gentle ingredient commonly used in disinfectants. It's also being touted as a skin-friendly ingredient for wound healing and to combat bacteria on the skin. But is it worth the hype? In this episode of ASCP's The Rogue Pharmacist, Benjamin Knight Fuchs talks about the benefits and uses of hypochlorous acid. 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. Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and skin care chemist with 35 years of experience developing pharmacy-potent skin health products for estheticians, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Ben's expert advice gives licensed estheticians the education and skin science to better support the skin care services performed in the treatment room while sharing insights to enhance clients' at-home skin care routines. Connect with Ben Fuchs: Website: www.brightsideben.com Phone: 844-236-6010 Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Bright-Side-with-Pharmacist-Ben-Fuchs-101162801334696/ About Our Sponsor: LAMPROBE The popular and revolutionary LAMPROBE utilizes radio and high-frequency technology to treat a wide variety of Minor Skin Irregularities™ (MSI)—non-invasively—with instantaneous results. Common conditions treated by the LAMPROBE include: vascular MSI, such as cherry angiomas; dilated capillaries; sebaceous MSI, including cholesterol deposits and milia; and hyperkerantinized MSI, such as keratoses and skin tags. The LAMPROBE uniquely assists modern, capable, and skilled skin care practitioners to do their work more effectively and with greater client and professional satisfaction. Setting standards in quality, education, and training, the LAMPROBE has become an essential tool enabling skin care practitioners around the world to offer new revenue-enhancing and highly in-demand services. Website: www.lamprobe.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 877-760-2722 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lamprobe Facebook: www.facebook.com/theLAMPROBE All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments

Jan 12, 202416 min

Ep 229Ep 229 – New Year's Resolutions for Business Success

The start of a new year is the perfect time to look back and think about the past year. Usually, we tend to focus on ways to improve our health and happiness, but it's also important to take a moment to reflect on our business practices. This reflection can provide valuable insights and help us identify areas for improvement. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella talk about effective strategies to ensure your business achieves success in the upcoming year. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. 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 industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view. She has spent many hours researching ingredients, understanding how and where they are sourced, as well as phytochemistry, histological access, and complementary compounds for intentional skin benefits. In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several skin care lines, including several successful CBD brands. Connect with Ella Cressman: Website: www.ellacress.com Website: www.hhpcollective.com 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

Jan 10, 202415 min

Ep 228Ep 228 – Body Acne

Estheticians can get caught up in the exciting world of ingredients, devices, and trends to make our clients' skin (primarily, their faces) look amazing. But it's easy to overlook the body, which sometimes struggles with the same skin care woes as the face such as body acne. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella talk about the ways estheticians are primed to truly help their clients with this stressful skin condition. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. 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 industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view. She has spent many hours researching ingredients, understanding how and where they are sourced, as well as phytochemistry, histological access, and complementary compounds for intentional skin benefits. In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several skin care lines, including several successful CBD brands. Connect with Ella Cressman: Website: www.ellacress.com Website: www.hhpcollective.com 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services. Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member. Connect with ASCP: Website: www.ascpskincare.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 800-789-0411 Facebook: www.facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: www.instagram.com/ascpskincare

Jan 3, 202417 min

Ep 227Ep 227 – Goodbye 2023!

Goodbye, 2023. Hello, 2024! In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella recap the year, discussing skin care trends, topics, and prior podcasts, and share the things they wish to leave behind in 2023 and all the things they're looking forward to in 2024. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. 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 industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view. She has spent many hours researching ingredients, understanding how and where they are sourced, as well as phytochemistry, histological access, and complementary compounds for intentional skin benefits. In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several skin care lines, including several successful CBD brands. Connect with Ella Cressman: Website: www.ellacress.com Website: www.hhpcollective.com 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational Rhonda Allison Skincare recognizes that every person's skin is unique—we have beautiful skin down to a science. For more than 30 years, we have looked to nature for inspiration, blending the best active, quality-driven, natural ingredients with highly beneficial, scientifically developed compounds to create superior products. CEO Shannon Esau and world-class biochemists are in constant research to uncover the latest scientific advancements and next-generation ingredients to give you time-tested, proven ingredients that will transform the condition of your skin. No matter what your skin care needs may be, we have a skin care line that will meet those needs with quality products proudly free of synthetic dyes, synthetic fragrances, sodium lauryl sulfates, and parabens. Everything you want in skin care try it today! FB: https://www.facebook.com/raskincare IG: https://www.instagram.com/rhondaallison/ web: https://rhondaallison.com/ https://ra.skin/ blog: https://ra.skin/blogs/news About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, com

Dec 13, 202326 min

Ep 226Ep 226 – The Rogue Pharmacist: What Do Psoriasis, Eczema, and Dermatitis Have in Common?

When winter arrives, so does dry, red, itchy skin. But sometimes this irritation is caused by more than just environmental factors. In this episode of ASCP's The Rogue Pharmacist, host Benjamin Knight Fuchs shares how you can tell if that winter itch is eczema, psoriasis, or something else. 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. Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and skin care chemist with 35 years of experience developing pharmacy-potent skin health products for estheticians, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Ben's expert advice gives licensed estheticians the education and skin science to better support the skin care services performed in the treatment room while sharing insights to enhance clients' at-home skin care routines. Connect with Ben Fuchs: Website: www.brightsideben.com Phone: 844-236-6010 Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Bright-Side-with-Pharmacist-Ben-Fuchs-101162801334696/ About Our Sponsor: LAMPROBE The popular and revolutionary LAMPROBE utilizes radio and high-frequency technology to treat a wide variety of Minor Skin Irregularities™ (MSI)—non-invasively—with instantaneous results. Common conditions treated by the LAMPROBE include: vascular MSI, such as cherry angiomas; dilated capillaries; sebaceous MSI, including cholesterol deposits and milia; and hyperkerantinized MSI, such as keratoses and skin tags. The LAMPROBE uniquely assists modern, capable, and skilled skin care practitioners to do their work more effectively and with greater client and professional satisfaction. Setting standards in quality, education, and training, the LAMPROBE has become an essential tool enabling skin care practitioners around the world to offer new revenue-enhancing and highly in-demand services. Website: www.lamprobe.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 877-760-2722 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lamprobe Facebook: www.facebook.com/theLAMPROBE All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments

Dec 8, 202314 min

Ep 225Ep 225 – Skin Dysmorphia

It's common for individuals to focus on flaws others may not notice—a normal human tendency. However, it's important to recognize that this behavior can also be a genuine mental health concern and that estheticians may frequently encounter it in their line of work. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella discuss body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), how estheticians can equip themselves with the knowledge and tools to recognize BDD, and how to refer clients to get the help they need. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. 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 industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view. She has spent many hours researching ingredients, understanding how and where they are sourced, as well as phytochemistry, histological access, and complementary compounds for intentional skin benefits. In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several skin care lines, including several successful CBD brands. Connect with Ella Cressman: Website: www.ellacress.com Website: www.hhpcollective.com 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational Rhonda Allison Skincare recognizes that every person's skin is unique—we have beautiful skin down to a science. For more than 30 years, we have looked to nature for inspiration, blending the best active, quality-driven, natural ingredients with highly beneficial, scientifically developed compounds to create superior products. CEO Shannon Esau and world-class biochemists are in constant research to uncover the latest scientific advancements and next-generation ingredients to give you time-tested, proven ingredients that will transform the condition of your skin. No matter what your skin care needs may be, we have a skin care line that will meet those needs with quality products proudly free of synthetic dyes, synthetic fragrances, sodium lauryl sulfates, and parabens. Everything you want in skin care try it today! FB: https://www.facebook.com/raskincare IG: https://www.instagram.com/rhondaallison/ web: https://rhondaallison.com/ https://ra.skin/ blog: https://ra.skin/blogs/news About Asso

Dec 6, 202317 min

Ep 224Ep 224 – Sales and the Consultation, Part II

ASCP Esty Talk is back to continue the conversation of "selling" retail to your clients. The first episode had you wanting more, so here you go! Tune in as Ella and Maggie dive deeper into the consultation conversation, navigating through skin assessment and treatment, and all while considering retail sales. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. 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 industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view. She has spent many hours researching ingredients, understanding how and where they are sourced, as well as phytochemistry, histological access, and complementary compounds for intentional skin benefits. In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several skin care lines, including several successful CBD brands. Connect with Ella Cressman: Website: www.ellacress.com Website: www.hhpcollective.com 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational Rhonda Allison Skincare recognizes that every person's skin is unique—we have beautiful skin down to a science. For more than 30 years, we have looked to nature for inspiration, blending the best active, quality-driven, natural ingredients with highly beneficial, scientifically developed compounds to create superior products. CEO Shannon Esau and world-class biochemists are in constant research to uncover the latest scientific advancements and next-generation ingredients to give you time-tested, proven ingredients that will transform the condition of your skin. No matter what your skin care needs may be, we have a skin care line that will meet those needs with quality products proudly free of synthetic dyes, synthetic fragrances, sodium lauryl sulfates, and parabens. Everything you want in skin care try it today! FB: https://www.facebook.com/raskincare IG: https://www.instagram.com/rhondaallison/ web: https://rhondaallison.com/ https://ra.skin/ blog: https://ra.skin/blogs/news About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation's largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for

Nov 29, 202326 min

Ep 223Ep 223 – The Problem with TikTok Beauty Advice

TikTok has the potential to inspire and educate both our clients and us with its weird and sometimes wonderful beauty advice. However, it's also known for being controversial, with unqualified individuals sharing their opinions on how products and services function. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella talk about the issues with TikTok beauty trends and discuss a few of those trends making the rounds on TikTok right now. 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 your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire. 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 industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view. She has spent many hours researching ingredients, understanding how and where they are sourced, as well as phytochemistry, histological access, and complementary compounds for intentional skin benefits. In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several skin care lines, including several successful CBD brands. Connect with Ella Cressman: Website: www.ellacress.com Website: www.hhpcollective.com 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 served as an esthetics instructor and a director of education for one of the largest schools in Colorado before coming to ASCP as the Advanced Modality Specialist. Connect with Maggie: P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636 E [email protected] or [email protected] About our Sponsors All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments Founded by botanical visionary Danné Montague-King, DMK is the World Leader in Paramedical Skin Revision™. Our revolutionary concept of REMOVE. REBUILD. PROTECT. MAINTAIN.® aims to match an individual's biochemistry with the appropriate skin therapy. DMK believes that the origin of most skin conditions is a result of disharmony within the skin. Using the principles of biochemistry, DMK has formulated a range of Enzymatic Treatments and Home Prescriptives that encourage the skin to return to its most balanced and healthy state. For skin care professionals whose business depends on generating long-lasting clinically-proven results, DMK's education-first approach has become essential. Hundreds of salons, spas, and even industry experts have recognized the effectiveness of the DMK concept, witnessed by thousands of people worldwide whose lives have been changed forever. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmkinternational/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dmkinternational Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dmkinternational Rhonda Allison Skincare recognizes that every person's skin is unique—we have beautiful skin down to a science. For more than 30 years, we have looked to nature for inspiration, blending the best active, quality-driven, natural ingredients with highly beneficial, scientifically developed compounds to create superior products. CEO Shannon Esau and world-class biochemists are in constant research to uncover the latest scientific advancements and next-generation ingredients to give you time-tested, proven ingredients that will transform the condition of your skin. No matter what your skin care needs may be, we have a skin care line that will meet those needs with quality products proudly free of synthetic dyes, synthetic fragrances, sodium lauryl sulfates, and parabens. Everything you want in skin care try it today! FB: https://www.facebook.com/raskincare IG: https://www.instagram.com/rhondaallison/ web: https://rhondaallison.com/ https://ra.skin/ blog: https://ra.skin/blogs/news About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP): Associated Skin

Nov 15, 202318 min

Ep 222Ep 222 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Synthetic vs. Natural Cosmetic Ingredients

People often assume synthetic substances are inherently bad while natural substances are harmless, but this couldn't be further from the truth. In this episode of ASCP's The Rogue Pharmacist, host Benjamin Knight Fuchs explains that it doesn't matter whether a substance is synthesized or natural, what matters is whether the substance is recognized by 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 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. Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and skin care chemist with 35 years of experience developing pharmacy-potent skin health products for estheticians, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Ben's expert advice gives licensed estheticians the education and skin science to better support the skin care services performed in the treatment room while sharing insights to enhance clients' at-home skin care routines. Connect with Ben Fuchs: Website: www.brightsideben.com Phone: 844-236-6010 Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Bright-Side-with-Pharmacist-Ben-Fuchs-101162801334696/ About Our Sponsor: LAMPROBE The popular and revolutionary LAMPROBE utilizes radio and high-frequency technology to treat a wide variety of Minor Skin Irregularities™ (MSI)—non-invasively—with instantaneous results. Common conditions treated by the LAMPROBE include: vascular MSI, such as cherry angiomas; dilated capillaries; sebaceous MSI, including cholesterol deposits and milia; and hyperkerantinized MSI, such as keratoses and skin tags. The LAMPROBE uniquely assists modern, capable, and skilled skin care practitioners to do their work more effectively and with greater client and professional satisfaction. Setting standards in quality, education, and training, the LAMPROBE has become an essential tool enabling skin care practitioners around the world to offer new revenue-enhancing and highly in-demand services. Website: www.lamprobe.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 877-760-2722 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lamprobe Facebook: www.facebook.com/theLAMPROBE All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments

Nov 10, 202311 min