ASCP Esty Talk

From neurocosmetics that boost both skin health and emotional well-being, to double-duty beauty products that look good while doing good, these trends are shaping the future of esthetics. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Ella and Maggie break down the hottest trends redefining beauty and skin care.

ASCP Esty Talk with hosts Ella Cressman and Maggie Staszcuk

Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty Talk is a weekly podcast, hosted by licensed estheticians, Ella Cressman, ASCP Skin Deep Magazine contributor, and Maggie Staszcuk, ASCP Program Director. 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 educator, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view.

In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several successful skin care brands.

Connect with Ella Cressman:

Website: www.hhpcollective.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a

About Maggie Staszcuk:

Maggie Staszcuk serves as the Program Director for ASCP and is the cohost of ASCP Esty Talk podcast. With over 18 years' experience in the esthetics industry, her diverse background includes roles in spa management, spa and med-spa services, and esthetics education. Since becoming a licensed esthetician in 2006, she carries a range of certifications in basic and advanced esthetics. Maggie is dedicated to equipping estheticians with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive in their careers.

Connect with Maggie Staszcuk:

P: 800.789.0411 EXT 1636

E: [email protected]

About our Sponsors:

Pomp is the leading platform created exclusively for estheticians who want to elevate their skincare business. Pomp offers over 40 professional skincare brands, such as iS Clinical, Truth Treatments, EltaMD, Colorescience, and so many more. Estheticians can recommend from a selection of over 2,000 skincare products—without managing inventory. The platform provides easy-to-use tools, educational resources, and marketing support to help estheticians grow their client base and earn up to 30% commission on retail sales. Pomp empowers estheticians to confidently enhance services, educate clients, and build a thriving business with seamless product recommendations and a supportive community—all in one place.

Visit www.pompbeauty.com for more details!

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

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: facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: @ascpskincare

Whether you are brand new to the treatment room or a seasoned esthetician, client retention is one of the most important skills you can master. On this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella are joined by Heidi Holley, a licensed esthetician, certified massage therapist, and beauty business coach. Heidi shares three simple steps every esty can use to build long-term client relationships.

Heidi Holley is a licensed esthetician, certified massage therapist, and beauty business coach with over 20 years in the industry. After having owned her own spa for 14 years, she stepped away from the treatment room to found Saphire Spa Coaching where she now helps solo estheticians get clear, confident, and booked.

Connect with Heidi Holley:

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.sapphirespa.info

ASCP Esty Talk with hosts Ella Cressman and Maggie Staszcuk

Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty Talk is a weekly podcast, hosted by licensed estheticians, Ella Cressman, ASCP Skin Deep Magazine contributor, and Maggie Staszcuk, ASCP Program Director. 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 educator, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view.

In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several successful skin care brands.

Connect with Ella Cressman:

Website: www.hhpcollective.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a

About Maggie Staszcuk:

Maggie Staszcuk serves as the Program Director for ASCP and is the cohost of ASCP Esty Talk podcast. With over 18 years' experience in the esthetics industry, her diverse background includes roles in spa management, spa and med-spa services, and esthetics education. Since becoming a licensed esthetician in 2006, she carries a range of certifications in basic and advanced esthetics. Maggie is dedicated to equipping estheticians with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive in their careers.

Connect with Maggie Staszcuk:

P: 800.789.0411 EXT 1636

E: [email protected]

About our Sponsors:

Pomp is the leading platform created exclusively for estheticians who want to elevate their skincare business. Pomp offers over 40 professional skincare brands, such as iS Clinical, Truth Treatments, EltaMD, Colorescience, and so many more. Estheticians can recommend from a selection of over 2,000 skincare products—without managing inventory. The platform provides easy-to-use tools, educational resources, and marketing support to help estheticians grow their client base and earn up to 30% commission on retail sales. Pomp empowers estheticians to confidently enhance services, educate clients, and build a thriving business with seamless product recommendations and a supportive community—all in one place.

Visit www.pompbeauty.com for more details!

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

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: facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: @ascpskincare

Why is pigmentation so tricky to treat? In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist, Ben explains the science of melanogenesis, the process behind melanin production, and the many factors that influence pigment in the skin.

Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) presents The Rogue Pharmacist with Benjamin Knight Fuchs, R.Ph. This podcast takes an enlightening approach to supporting licensed estheticians in 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:

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

In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Ella and Maggie share their top picks—the serums, tools, and treatments we can't stop reaching for. From multitasking formulas and collagen-boosting night creams to regenerative innovations and pro-level tools, we're talking about why we love them, how they work, and the ways they can elevate your treatments and at-home care. Plus—you'll have a chance to win some of our favorite things!

ASCP Esty Talk with hosts Ella Cressman and Maggie Staszcuk

Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty Talk is a weekly podcast, hosted by licensed estheticians, Ella Cressman, ASCP Skin Deep Magazine contributor, and Maggie Staszcuk, ASCP Program Director. 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 educator, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view.

In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several successful skin care brands.

Connect with Ella Cressman:

Website: www.hhpcollective.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a

About Maggie Staszcuk:

Maggie Staszcuk serves as the Program Director for ASCP and is the cohost of ASCP Esty Talk podcast. With over 18 years' experience in the esthetics industry, her diverse background includes roles in spa management, spa and med-spa services, and esthetics education. Since becoming a licensed esthetician in 2006, she carries a range of certifications in basic and advanced esthetics. Maggie is dedicated to equipping estheticians with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive in their careers.

Connect with Maggie Staszcuk:

P: 800.789.0411 EXT 1636

E: [email protected]

About our Sponsors:

Pomp is the leading platform created exclusively for estheticians who want to elevate their skincare business. Pomp offers over 40 professional skincare brands, such as iS Clinical, Truth Treatments, EltaMD, Colorescience, and so many more. Estheticians can recommend from a selection of over 2,000 skincare products—without managing inventory. The platform provides easy-to-use tools, educational resources, and marketing support to help estheticians grow their client base and earn up to 30% commission on retail sales. Pomp empowers estheticians to confidently enhance services, educate clients, and build a thriving business with seamless product recommendations and a supportive community—all in one place.

Visit www.pompbeauty.com for more details!

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

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: facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: @ascpskincare

Even though we're heading into fall, sunscreen is still a product we recommend daily — for every skin type, for every client. But if it's not performing the way it should, that's a major red flag for us as professionals. Recently, the FDA issued warnings to brands accused of "sunscreen doping" and to those producing sunscreen in foam formats. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella break down the reasoning behind the FDA's actions and why it matters.

ASCP Esty Talk with hosts Ella Cressman and Maggie Staszcuk

Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty Talk is a weekly podcast, hosted by licensed estheticians, Ella Cressman, ASCP Skin Deep Magazine contributor, and Maggie Staszcuk, ASCP Program Director. 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 educator, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view.

In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several successful skin care brands.

Connect with Ella Cressman:

Website: www.hhpcollective.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a

About Maggie Staszcuk:

Maggie Staszcuk serves as the Program Director for ASCP and is the cohost of ASCP Esty Talk podcast. With over 18 years' experience in the esthetics industry, her diverse background includes roles in spa management, spa and med-spa services, and esthetics education. Since becoming a licensed esthetician in 2006, she carries a range of certifications in basic and advanced esthetics. Maggie is dedicated to equipping estheticians with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive in their careers.

Connect with Maggie Staszcuk:

P: 800.789.0411 EXT 1636

E: [email protected]

About our Sponsors:

Pomp is the leading platform created exclusively for estheticians who want to elevate their skincare business. Pomp offers over 40 professional skincare brands, such as iS Clinical, Truth Treatments, EltaMD, Colorescience, and so many more. Estheticians can recommend from a selection of over 2,000 skincare products—without managing inventory. The platform provides easy-to-use tools, educational resources, and marketing support to help estheticians grow their client base and earn up to 30% commission on retail sales. Pomp empowers estheticians to confidently enhance services, educate clients, and build a thriving business with seamless product recommendations and a supportive community—all in one place.

Visit www.pompbeauty.com for more details!

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

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: facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: @ascpskincare

Free radicals get a bad rap, while antioxidants are hailed as the ultimate defense—but the science is a little more nuanced than that. In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist, Ben Fuchs breaks down the science and explains what free radicals really are and how antioxidants defend against them.

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:

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

The beauty industry loves a pendulum swing. From CoolSculpting and body contouring to the rise of "skinimalism" and self-acceptance, then on to GLP-1s and now compression creams—are we ever really satisfied? In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella dive into the irony, science, and psychology behind the latest "instant tightening" trend.

ASCP Esty Talk with hosts Ella Cressman and Maggie Staszcuk

Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty Talk is a weekly podcast, hosted by licensed estheticians, Ella Cressman, ASCP Skin Deep Magazine contributor, and Maggie Staszcuk, ASCP Program Director. 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 educator, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view.

In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several successful skin care brands.

Connect with Ella Cressman:

Website: www.hhpcollective.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a

About Maggie Staszcuk:

Maggie Staszcuk serves as the Program Director for ASCP and is the cohost of ASCP Esty Talk podcast. With over 18 years' experience in the esthetics industry, her diverse background includes roles in spa management, spa and med-spa services, and esthetics education. Since becoming a licensed esthetician in 2006, she carries a range of certifications in basic and advanced esthetics. Maggie is dedicated to equipping estheticians with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive in their careers.

Connect with Maggie Staszcuk:

P: 800.789.0411 EXT 1636

E: [email protected]

About our Sponsors:

Pomp is the leading platform created exclusively for estheticians who want to elevate their skincare business. Pomp offers over 40 professional skincare brands, such as iS Clinical, Truth Treatments, EltaMD, Colorescience, and so many more. Estheticians can recommend from a selection of over 2,000 skincare products—without managing inventory. The platform provides easy-to-use tools, educational resources, and marketing support to help estheticians grow their client base and earn up to 30% commission on retail sales. Pomp empowers estheticians to confidently enhance services, educate clients, and build a thriving business with seamless product recommendations and a supportive community—all in one place.

Visit www.pompbeauty.com for more details!

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

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: facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: @ascpskincare

What do bestselling books about psychology and human behavior have to do with esthetics? More than you might think! In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Ella Cressman and Maggie Staszcuk dive into three of Malcolm Gladwell's most popular books—Talking to Strangers, Blink, and Outliers—and uncover surprising connections to the treatment room and your career as an esthetician.

ASCP Esty Talk with hosts Ella Cressman and Maggie Staszcuk

Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty Talk is a weekly podcast, hosted by licensed estheticians, Ella Cressman, ASCP Skin Deep Magazine contributor, and Maggie Staszcuk, ASCP Program Director. 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 educator, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view.

In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several successful skin care brands.

Connect with Ella Cressman:

Website: www.hhpcollective.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a

About Maggie Staszcuk:

Maggie Staszcuk serves as the Program Director for ASCP and is the cohost of ASCP Esty Talk podcast. With over 18 years' experience in the esthetics industry, her diverse background includes roles in spa management, spa and med-spa services, and esthetics education. Since becoming a licensed esthetician in 2006, she carries a range of certifications in basic and advanced esthetics. Maggie is dedicated to equipping estheticians with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive in their careers.

Connect with Maggie Staszcuk:

P: 800.789.0411 EXT 1636

E: [email protected]

About our Sponsors:

Pomp is the leading platform created exclusively for estheticians who want to elevate their skincare business. Pomp offers over 40 professional skincare brands, such as iS Clinical, Truth Treatments, EltaMD, Colorescience, and so many more. Estheticians can recommend from a selection of over 2,000 skincare products—without managing inventory. The platform provides easy-to-use tools, educational resources, and marketing support to help estheticians grow their client base and earn up to 30% commission on retail sales. Pomp empowers estheticians to confidently enhance services, educate clients, and build a thriving business with seamless product recommendations and a supportive community—all in one place.

Visit www.pompbeauty.com for more details!

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

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: facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: @ascpskincare

As a skin care professional, you juggle clients, treatments, business growth, and more. Qnity ensures that money doesn't hold you back. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, president and CEO Les Sweeney speaks with Erin Kuhn Bhansali, president/partner of Qnity & Qnity for Schools, about ASCP's partnership with Qnity, which allows members to gain access to practical, easy-to-follow financial literacy programs designed for skin care professionals at every stage of their career.

Resources:

https://www.ascpskincare.com/ascp-x-qnity

Host:

Les Sweeney is the President and CEO of ASCP.

Are we treating skin—or just selling solutions? This episode of ASCP Esty Talk challenges the symptom-based, brand-driven approach dominating esthetics today by introducing a deeper, more intentional framework: functional aesthetics, clinical reasoning, and "wholistic" client care.

We explore how a pimple isn't always simple, and how real results require curiosity, conversation, and care that extends beyond the treatment room. With reflections on physiology, emotions, and even the surprising skin benefits of a certain "little pink pill," this episode encourages estheticians to think bigger, dig deeper, and treat more meaningfully.

ASCP Esty Talk with hosts Ella Cressman and Maggie Staszcuk

Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty Talk is a weekly podcast, hosted by licensed estheticians, Ella Cressman, ASCP Skin Deep Magazine contributor, and Maggie Staszcuk, ASCP Program Director. 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 educator, she enjoys empowering other estheticians and industry professionals to understand skin care from an ingredient standpoint rather than a product-specific view.

In addition to running a skin care practice, Cressman founded a comprehensive consulting group, the HHP Collective, and has consulted for several successful skin care brands.

Connect with Ella Cressman:

Website: www.hhpcollective.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a

About Maggie Staszcuk:

Maggie Staszcuk serves as the Program Director for ASCP and is the cohost of ASCP Esty Talk podcast. With over 18 years' experience in the esthetics industry, her diverse background includes roles in spa management, spa and med-spa services, and esthetics education. Since becoming a licensed esthetician in 2006, she carries a range of certifications in basic and advanced esthetics. Maggie is dedicated to equipping estheticians with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive in their careers.

Connect with Maggie Staszcuk:

P: 800.789.0411 EXT 1636

E: [email protected]

About our Sponsors:

Pomp is the leading platform created exclusively for estheticians who want to elevate their skincare business. Pomp offers over 40 professional skincare brands, such as iS Clinical, Truth Treatments, EltaMD, Colorescience, and so many more. Estheticians can recommend from a selection of over 2,000 skincare products—without managing inventory. The platform provides easy-to-use tools, educational resources, and marketing support to help estheticians grow their client base and earn up to 30% commission on retail sales. Pomp empowers estheticians to confidently enhance services, educate clients, and build a thriving business with seamless product recommendations and a supportive community—all in one place.

Visit www.pompbeauty.com for more details!

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

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: facebook.com/ASCPskincare Instagram: @ascpskincare