The Treatment Room

Hi Roomies, In this episode I'm talking with licensed esthetician, Jessibella of Modern Skin Therapy! We chat about what to look for when choosing a professional line, DMK, treating acne, recommend homecare, how to have a community over competition mindset, recommending homecare and how Jessibella became a spa owner.  If you enjoyed this episode, please share this episode and leave us a 5 sta...

Hi Roomies!! I'm back with a solo ep talking about my most requested topic, acne trigger foods.  DISCLAIMERS: Please understand: no foods CAUSE acne. However, some may affect our bodily systems indirectly. While I am not a doctor or nutritionist, these are some of the foods I notice in practice can have an affect on increased acne, that also have some scientific evidence to support.  If...

Hi Roomies, Look who's back for a special episode... Lauren Kruger! My former pod host joins me to talk about what she's been up to since she left the pod... starting a business as a candle maker. We talk about the pros + cons of being a business owner, how to get started with a new business, and how we decided it was the right fit for us. We hope this gets you inspired + gives you that push to go...

Hi Treatment Roomies :) In this episode you'll hear esties ask their questions and my answers! We chat: - treating darker Fitz - how to stand up to imposter syndrome - how to start a virtual esthetics practice - how many lines should you carry? CLASSES MENTIONED Joelle Lee Courses Douglas Preston's Courses + Extractor Code Tess10 for a discount Follow me on social media to submit a question for a...

Hi Roomies, In this episode I chat with my dear friend, Courtney Parkhill, about her journey as an esthetician and spa owner.  In this episode we chat about: + Choosing a skincare line and creating your own + How Courtney found her path and became a business owner  + Setting boundaries to get the best result for your clients and your business + How to survive a super cold and dry winter...

Hi Treatment Roomies :)  In this episode I'm answering your listener questions and talking about: - treating darker Fitz - walking you through a facial - defining a treatment - preventing burnout CLASSES MENTIONED Douglas Preston's Courses + Extractor Code Tess10 for a discount Concepts Institute Ingredients Course Joelle Lee Courses Follow me on social media to submit a question for a future...

Hi Treatment Roomies, I present to you my holiday gift guide, winter favorites, and some of my favorite products that blew me away in 2021. Enjoy and see links below to shop!  Is Clinical (email to order: tessaskinconsulting@gmail.com, free 2-day shipping)  + Peel pads  + Youth body serum  + Reparative Moisture emulsion  + Lip duo  + Lashfood Use code TESSA for 15% off  + Seen Shampoo Use code TES...

Hi Roomies, In this episode I chat with a major Esty role model of mine, Ashley Curtis, aka Ageless Ashley . Ashley is a licensed esthetician of 15+ years, a social media influencer, and the founder + CEO of Evolve Skin and Wellness in Pasadena. Her page is all about skin wellness, uplifting the esthetician community, glowing from within and spreading positivity.  In this episode we chat abou...

Hi Roomies, In this episode I'm BACK with Jan Marini, founder of Jan Marini Skin Research. If you haven't listened to the first episode with Jan episode 40 , make sure you go back and give it a go. Today, we're talking about how to have the perfect client consultation, and how to ELEVATE and SECURE your beauty business through consultations.  About Jan Marini JMSR is a recognized leader and i...

Hi Roomies!! In this episode I'm spilling the tea on sponsorships + red flags in brand deals... Aka how to avoid getting taken advantage of while creating content.  If you haven't listened to estheticians are already influencers, I recommend starting with this episode first. Thank you to today's sponsors: Onaxa (Create your own professional skincare brand) Use code Tessaskin15 for worth 15% o...

Hi Roomies, In this episode I chat with the wonderful Aliesh Pierce, AKA Ask Aliesh. Aliesh Pierce is the founder of AskAliesh and the author of the textbook Treating Diverse Pigmentation. She is an educator and brand strategist who entered the beauty industry over 30 years ago to establish herself as a celebrity makeup artist to India. Arie, Yolanda Adams, and R.Kelly, and eventually be...

Hi Roomies!! In this episode I'm answering your listener questions. Follow me on social media to submit a question for a future episode! Thank you to today's sponsor: Pomp Beauty Sign up with Pomp for professional virtual skincare, or shop curated professional skincare You can shop my Glymed store here or DM me on Instagram to purchase IS Clinical MY SOCIAL MEDIA: Tess' Instagram @myestytessa Tess...

Hi Roomies, In this episode I'm BACK with my fav dynamic sister duo, Kasey + Hailey of Glow Skincare LA and Skin And the City! These two are the queens of hospitality + personalizing the spa business. In this episode, we are talking about: + Social media comparison + How to stop being awkward in the treatment room and cultivate client relationships + How to lead in the treatment room + Selling pro...

Hi Roomies, In this episode I'm BACK with Michele Phelan, esthetician, educator, CIDESCO diploma and owner of Concepts Institute. Michele Phelan has been a licensed, practicing esthetician for over 30 years. She has taught esthetics at every level including; State Board, clinical/medical and CIDESCO. Michele writes the core curriculum and teaches the Clinical esthetics portion of our innovative an...

Hi Roomies, In this episode I'm BACK with Michele Phelan, esthetician, educator, CIDESCO diploma and owner of Concepts Institute.  Michele Phelan has been a licensed, practicing esthetician for over 30 years. She has taught esthetics at every level including; State Board, clinical/medical and CIDESCO. Michele writes the core curriculum and teaches the Clinical esthetics portion of our innovat...

Hi Roomies, In this episode I'm BACK with another series episode of Behind the Brand with Jan Marini, founder of Jan Marini Skin Research. If you haven't listened to the first episode with Jan episode 40 , make sure you go back and give it a go. Today, we're talking about skincare MYTHS. In this episode, we cover myths surrounding: + Retinol + the sun + Rosacea versus sensitive skin + Oil cleansin...

Hi Roomies!! In this episode I'm talking all about treatment room etiquette including: This episode covers: - important talking points you must have with every client - connecting with your client - don'ts of the treatment room - respect for client boundaries + personal safety - having self-awareness as a provider - communicating to meet your clients' needs - how to have an impactful consultation...

Hi Roomies, In this episode I'm talking to Dr. Durga Sunitha Posina, M.D. a renowned board-certified physician in Internal Medicine, and also known as the beauty internist.  Dr. Durga Sunitha Posina, M.D. is a renowned board certified physician in Internal Medicine in Stony Brook, New York. Dr. Posina was born in a small town in India before moving to the Tri-State area at a young age. An ear...

Hi Roomies!! In this episode I'm spilling the tea on the newest area of our esthetics industry: influencing as an esthetician.  This episode covers: - how to get started - my personal social media tactics - what it takes to be a content creator - strategies for growth and strategies I think need to die - how to navigate paid brand deals, gifting, + affiliate programs - how to know your worth...

In this episode of The Treatment Room, Tess is joined by NY aesthetician and TikTok influencer + confidence coach, Brenttany Sharraine. We discuss: - How to build confidence + character - How to prioritize barrier health - Working for a dermatologist + medical aesthetics versus traditional esthetics - The impact of environment + pollution on skin - How to create lasting relationships with clients...

Hi Roomies, Welcome to another episode of #BehindTheBrand where I'm chatting with experts at top clinical skincare lines to understand the products, the technology behind them, and help esties understand what's on the market and why it works! In this episode I'm talking to Jan Marini, founder of Jan Marini Skin Research. JMSR is a recognized leader and innovator in skin care that is committed to c...

Hi Roomies!! It's another Q+A style solo eppy. This episode covers the biggest tips for succeeding as a new estie including: - going solo after school versus working for someone else - finding a mentor - treating chin/ jawline pimples - my thoughts on Cerave - mineral makeup + Bare Minerals - pre-going out skincare + cleansing  You can shop my Glymed store here or DM me on Instagram to purcha...

Hi Roomies, Welcome to the first episode of my new series, #BehindTheBrand where I'm chatting with experts at top clinical skincare lines on the market to understand the products, the technology behind them, and give exposure to esties about what's on the market and why it works! In this episode I'm talking to NEOVA Director of Brand Education, Kate Riley. Shop Neova Smart Skincare You can use my...

Hi Roomies!! It's another Q+A style solo eppy answering random Qs from Instagram. This episode covers: - why I started my skincare line and who it's for - my ideal lifestyle - how to prep skin for extractions - how I feel about skincare reviews on social media - do I get botox and filler? - my fav moisturizers You can shop my Glymed store here products mentioned: Glymed Oxygen Treatment Cream Dail...

In this episode of The Treatment Room, Tess is joined by acne specialist, and content creator/ influencer, Care Clark, better known as The Self Care Nurse.   We discuss: - types of acne - hormonal acne - when an RX may be helpful/ necessary - your experience with acne if you'd like to touch on it! - the role birth control can play with acne, how to choose a safe one, and tips for those g...