Skin Talk Tuesday

Happy Tuesday, PT Fam! In this week's episode, we sit down with Emily Gardner, a registered nurse and founder of Em Wellness, an integrative health practice that is on a mission to get to the root cause of your chronic acne, hormonal problems like PCOS, PMS or missed periods, thyroid dysfunction, or gut issues. Emily shares her acne healing journey, and like many of us, she thought the only answer...

Happy Tuesday, PT Fam! Your favorite duo is back in studio for another episode -- this time talking Nichola's thoughts on how acne has traditionally been treated and why we believe there is a better way. We discuss the reason we do not use benzoyl peroxide in our treatment protocol, Nichola's real thoughts on the mainstream acne skincare lines, and the future of acne healing. Book your appointment...

Happy Tuesday, PT Fam! We are in for a treat with this episode of STT as we welcome our second guest to the podcast, Michelle Parente! Michelle is a fitness instructor at Fuze House and Nordic Strong in NYC, a holistic health coach, shopping editor at Shape magazine, and long time PT client. In this episode, we chat about her journey to clear skin, simple mindset shifts that moved the needle for h...

Kia ora, PT Fam! Summer is HERE! In this week's episode of Skin Talk Tuesday, Nichola and Mary chat about all things summer skin and how to keep us worry, and breakout, free. Nichola gives us her biggest do's and don'ts to consider this summer, travel tips, updated skincare protocol, and more. Plus, we give some major PT updates and sneak peaks. You don't want to miss! Summer of Ou...

Happy Tuesday, PT Fam! If you are a long time PT client, you are no stranger to some extractions. In this episode, Nichola and Mary discuss how important extractions are when it comes to acne healing, what to expect from facial extractions, types of congestion that are necessary for extractions and products to support a healthy turnover for congestion. This is an incredibly informative episode, yo...

Happy Tuesday PT Fam! Mary and Nichola are back on the mics this week to lay the groundwork for the journey. We see in the treatment room how clients are trying XYZ to fix their skin, while often overlooking the basic things you need to do that will really move the needle. In this week's episode, Nichola shares with us the common, basic things people are overlooking in their skincare routines, lif...

Happy Tuesday, PT Fam! This is a very special episode of STT, as we finally give our real thoughts on acne suppressants, like Accutane, spironolactone, and tretinoin, and why we do not believe in using them to clear acne.

Happy Tuesday, PT Fam! This week's episode is a bit of a vulnerability moment for Mary as she opens up about a moment of just feeling down about her skin. We all have been there at some point on this skin healing journey, so she thought it would be a great open and honest conversation of sharing feelings but also getting Nichola's momma bear advice. If you are going through it, just know y...

Happy Tuesday, PT Fam! This is a very special episode as we introduce our first guest, Diana Orchant from @donutrition! Diana is a Functional Medicine Registered Dietitian and our go to for understanding the root causes of acne. In this episode, Diana breaks down the different reasons why someone is breaking out, from the gut to skin connection to hormonal imbalances to nutrient deficiencies. We a...

Happy Tuesday, PT Fam! In this week's episode, we talk all things rebound acne: what it is, why it might be happening to you, and Nichola's top tips for getting through it. Plus, Nichola shares her solo trip out east, which includes a story about her facial experience NOT at Pacific Touch. You don't want to miss it! Post-Pill Clear Skin Guide launch is May 20th

How is it already MAY, PT FAM! In this episode, Nichola gives us everything we need to know as we head into Spring/Summer. We cover what products to swap out for the new season, the biggest differences in how to treat skin between winter and spring, and the sneaky things that could be contributing to your breakouts during this time. Shop all products here: https://pacifictouchnyc.com/collections/a...

Happy Tuesday, PT Fam! We have such a fun episode today going over Nichola's top tips for getting you glowing for your wedding day (or any big event you have coming up). Spoiler Alert: it all comes down to PLANNING. Plus, we tease something extra special coming soon to our treatment room!

Happy Tuesday, PT Fam! Welcome back to Skin Talk Tuesday! We hope you all had a lovely Spring break. As we prepare for the summer season filled with travel, Nichola and Mary offer their best travel tips when it comes to skincare. Make sure to stock up on your skincare minis for your next trip! Pro tip - these last about 5 days :) https://pacifictouchnyc.com/collections/all

Hey PT Fam! This week, we are switching things up in honor of Nichola's upcoming birthday! If you know from the treatment room, Nichola gives the BEST advice. This episode truly feels like a hug from Nik herself. Perfect for us girls in our mid-late twenties just trying to navigate life. Plus... NICHOLA'S BIRTHDAY SALE SNEAK PEAK: Saturday April 12th 2025 & Sunday April 13th 2025 20% o...

Live from New York, it is Skin Talk Tuesday! Join Nichola and Mary for their FIRST EVER video recording of Skin Talk Tuesday! Head over to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@PacificTouchSkincare to watch. In this week's episode, Nichola and Mary bring it back to why we choose the Pacific Touch Method to clear acne. We learn why Nichola started this method in the first place, what the...

"If I could go back and change one thing about my skincare routine, it would be to invest in LED earlier" Happy Tues, PT, fam! In this episode, Mary and Nichola talk all things LED. It is such a foundational modality to healing acne, and we want to unpack the why. From its discovery to why it is a great investment (for the whole fam!), we cover it all. If you are interested in purchasing...

Happy (Skin Talk) Tuesday, PT Fam! Today's STT is the much anticipated body acne episode! Mary asks Nichola everything from what the root causes of body acne are, the PT treatment protocol, product recommendations, and even what to do with those bikini line breakouts. For more specific questions, make sure to tune in to Skin Talk Tuesday Q&A on Instagram @pacifictouchnyc To shop our body a...

Happy Tuesday, PT fam! Today we are getting Nichola's take on the different beauty trends out there and her thoughts in relation to skin healing. This is a jam packed episode, as we cover trends from botox to dermaplanning to hydrafacials to clean beauty... you aren't going to want to miss! Have follow up questions? Catch our weekly Q&A segment on Tuesdays over on Instagram!

If anyone understands the urge to pop a pimple, it is the PT community. Sometimes, you get those breakouts that are irresistible to pop. 9/10, it is best to leave it to the professionals. But for those specific moments, there is a best practice to follow. In this episode, Nichola shares what types of pimples to touch and what to leave alone, what to do when you have a breakout that is ready to pop...

Buckle up, PT Fam - this episode is not one to miss. We discuss the Pacific Touch Method's view on exfoliation, and Nichola's answer may not be what you think it is (even Mary was surprised!). Shop our favorite exfoliation products here: https://pacifictouchnyc.com/collections/all

Kia ora, PT Fam! Happy Tuesday! After last week's post-birth control episode, Nichola and Mary wanted to deep dive into pregnancy and how it relates to acne-prone skin. We discuss what to watch out for when you are trying to get pregnant, what products you can/can't use, and postpartum acne.

The long awaited episode is here... So many of our clients find us because they experience or want to prepare for the breakout after coming off the birth control pill. Nichola and Mary discuss how to combat post-pill acne, what to expect when you go off of it, and what it is about birth control that helps clear acne. Get your notes out, cause this one is layered!

Happy Tuesday, PT fam! We are so excited for this episode. Today, Mary and Nichola go over all of the corrective peels that we use in the Pacific Touch treatment room. We review how Pacific Touch approaches peels, at what point in the journey we use them in the treatment room, and our post-peel protocol. Mary also gives an update on her Lighten and Brighten series! Book you Lighten and Brighten ap...

Happy Tuesday, PT Fam! In NYC, we are in the thick of winter. It is supposed to be a high of 19 degrees F today, so safe to say we are basking in all the hydrating products we can! In this week's episode, we review all why you may be feeling dry over the winter time, plus Nichola's tips and tricks for handing the cold weather season. Pacific Touch SHOP: https://pacifictouchnyc.com/collecti...

Happy New Year, PT Fam!!! We are so excited to be back on the mics. We have some big plans, goals, and dreams for this podcast, so anxious to hit the ground running. In true new year fashion, we are kicking off Skin Talk Tuesday going over the do's and don'ts of working out with acne prone skin. While we love a heated sculpt or a long run outside, as acne prone folks we have to take extra precauti...