Ep 320 – Facing Rosacea: Breakthroughs in Care and Treatment
ASCP Esty Talk
This episode of ASCP Esty Talk finds Ella and Maggie tackling a topic that’s red hot—literally! Yep, we’re talking about rosacea. With over 415 million people affected worldwide, this condition is more common than you might think. But here’s the good news: New advancements in rosacea research and treatments are making waves! From groundbreaking skin care ingredients to FDA-approved medications, we’re diving into the latest breakthroughs. ASCP Esty Talk with Maggie Staszcuk and Ella Cressman Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP...
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Ep 319 – The Rogue Pharmacist: The Importance of Hydration
ASCP Esty Talk
Hydration is crucial for healthy skin, but its impact on our complexion can be complex. In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist, Ben Fuchs explains the role hydration plays in skin health, the differences between dry, dehydrated, and oily skin, and how aging factors into maintaining proper hydration. 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...
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Ep 318 – Sensory Processing and Neurodivergent Inclusivity
ASCP Esty Talk
The importance of creating inclusive and sensory-safe environments in the spa industry is becoming increasingly recognized. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella welcome Genice Gonzales, licensed esthetician and owner of Amora J Studios, to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities for estheticians when working with Autistic clients and others with sensory processing disorders. Genice shares her expertise in developing specialized protocols and her commitment to making the spa experience more accessible to all abilities. ASCP Esty Talk with Maggie Staszcuk and Ella...
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Ep 317 – Young Skin, Mature Products
ASCP Esty Talk
A new bill in California is making waves by aiming to ban the sale of anti-aging skin care products to anyone under 18. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella discuss the implications of the bill and the potential impact on the beauty industry, share comments from their social media audience, and explore what it means for estheticians and their clients. 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....
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Ep 316 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Understanding Active Ingredients
ASCP Esty Talk
Active ingredients are essential to effective skin care, but understanding them can be tricky. In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist, Ben Fuchs helps us break down what “active” really means, when to use these ingredients, and how to navigate popular ones to get the best results for our clients. 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...
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Ep 315 – Collaborate to Elevate: Growing Your Esthetics Business
ASCP Esty Talk
Square recently published the which pulls insights from thousands of beauty entrepreneurs and customers from around the world. The report looks at the industry today and predicts what your clients will be asking for next. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella discuss some key takeaways and talk about how this report relates to the esthetics 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...
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Ep 314 – It’s Not Aging, It’s (Peri)Menopause!
ASCP Esty Talk
“Is that a wrinkle, or am I in perimenopause?” Join Ella and Maggie on this episode of ASCP Esty Talk as they dive into the real differences between aging skin and menopausal skin—spoiler alert: it’s not just about getting older! Listen as they break down perimenopausal vs. menopausal skin, why estrogen’s ups and downs can make skin dry one day and oily the next, and how collagen loss fast-tracks changes like sagging, sensitivity, and breakouts. Learn how to adjust skin care treatments and homecare recommendations to support clients through these hormonal shifts. ASCP Esty Talk with...
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Ep 313 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Hormonal Influence on the Skin
ASCP Esty Talk
Hormones play a huge role in so many aspects of our health, and when it comes to our skin, their impact can be significant. In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist with Ben Fuchs, we talk about how these hormonal changes affect the skin and what estheticians can do to address them in their treatment space. 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...
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Ep 312 – DIY SPF
ASCP Esty Talk
The growing trend of DIY beauty hacks has recently extended to sunscreen, raising concerns about the safety and effectiveness of homemade sunscreen. With social media fueling the popularity of DIY beauty, many are turning to their kitchens rather than the beauty counter. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella discuss the risks of DIY SPF, the importance of proper sun protection, and how beauty trends are influenced by social media. ASCP Esty Talk with Maggie Staszcuk and Ella Cressman Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty...
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Ep 311 – Balanced Skin, Balanced Life with Lashelle Ullie
ASCP Esty Talk
The growing trend of holistic skin care is revolutionizing how estheticians approach beauty and wellness. More than just treating the skin, many professionals are incorporating integrated care to nurture both the body and mind. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella welcome guest Lashelle Ullie—a licensed esthetician who focuses specifically on the unique needs of men’s skin health. Lashelle embraces a holistic view, recognizing the connection between skin health and overall well-being. About Lashelle Ullie: Lashelle Ullie is a licensed skin health professional focused on...
info_outlineThe skin care world is full of superstar ingredients that do it all—combining innovation, sustainability, and personalization into one amazing routine. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella dive deep into trending ingredients like vegan collagen, postbiotics, and ectoin to explore how they’re revolutionizing skin care with smarter, greener, and more customizable solutions.
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! Ella 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 Education Program Manager.
Connect with Maggie:
P 800.789.0411 EXT 1636
E [email protected] or [email protected]
About our Sponsors
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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.
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TiZO Mineral Sunscreens set the standard for aesthetic 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% 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.
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A Natural Difference
To create a new formulation, is like creating an orchestra. You need to select the right instruments for the best sound and vibrations and a conductor who knows how to place them. We need the delicate sound of a violin, the deep sound of the drums and trumpets for their powerful beat and sound. The same applies in a formulation. By only selecting synergistically working ingredients, it will work for the most sensitive and compromised to the strongest stubborn breakouts.
Advanced Aging or Melasma needs the power of the drums and trumpets, where delicate and sensitive skin needs the string orchestra.
We at A Natural Difference been playing comprising an entire Orchestra for over 35 years
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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