Happy Tuesday, STT Fam!

Estheticians love it and clients hate it. On this week on the podcast, we are back with a part two for our most controversial topic in the acne healing space: purging.

We’re breaking down exactly what’s happening in the skin during a purge, why congestion comes to the surface all at once, and how to confidently tell the difference between a true purge and a breakout that’s being triggered by your routine. We also get into the real timeline, how long purging actually lasts, why it can show up in areas you’ve never broken out before, and whether it’s possible to purge more than once.

A major focus of this episode is what happens when coming off acne suppressants like spironolactone, birth control, antibiotics, or Accutane. We talk about why these clients often experience a more intense or prolonged purge, think “starving the skin”, how hormones and the skin microbiome play a role, and whether it’s better to come off these treatments slowly or go cold turkey.

We also cover the products and ingredients most likely to stimulate a purge, how to know if your routine is actually helping versus hindering your progress, and the big question, is it possible to heal acne without going through a purge at all?

And if you’re currently in it, we’ve got you. We walk through a real life POV of being in the middle of a purge, what to do, how to support your skin, signs that things are improving, and how long to stay the course before reassessing. Plus, what we tell our clients when they feel like giving up.

Listen to Purging 101: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5jeXB4jqeZWXv1vg2FzmwL?si=yMpeLviSTwmmyTZv4QBdAg

Happy Tuesday, STT Fam!

Mary recently had a flare-up around her chin/jawline area about 7-10 days before her period, which led her to think... is this hormonal?

In this episode, Nichola breaks down the truth about hormone-driven acne: from the biggest misconceptions to what’s actually happening inside the body. We get into why so many women in their late 20s and 30s suddenly start experiencing breakouts, and whether “hormonal acne” is as common as it seems.

We also unpack the key hormones at play, the difference between stress-related breakouts and insulin-driven acne, and why these patterns often show up along the chin and jawline.

If you’ve ever felt like your acne is cyclical, stubborn, or confusing — this episode will help you understand what your skin is trying to tell you, and what to do next.

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Happy Tuesday, STT Fam!

I am sure many of you have scrolled through your FYP, saw a video about a new skincare product on the market and thought: "should I do that!?"

In today's episode, Mamabear Nichola breaks down some of the biggest skincare trends of 2026 and shares how those trends may be impacting your skin.

We cover everything from the viral popularity of under-eye masks and lip masks (including the Rhode lip treatment craze) to the growing interest in peptide and collagen-supporting products as weight-loss drugs become more common. Nichola also explains the shift from “glass skin” to the newer “high-rise skin” trend and why the industry is moving away from hyper-shiny skin toward healthier, more balanced complexions.

We also dive into the rise of regenerative aesthetics—like exosomes, stem cell skincare, growth factors, peptides, and PDRN (often called the “salmon facial”)—and whether these treatments are truly revolutionary or simply the latest buzzwords.

Other topics we unpack include the renewed focus on skin barrier repair, the role of microbiome testing, the boom in at-home facial devices like LED masks and radiofrequency tools, and whether exfoliation pads are doing more harm than good.

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Happy Tuesday STT Fam!

This week's episode is for the acne prone girls on TikTok who see someone shaving their face and think... can I do that?!

Dermaplaning is a hot topic in the aesthetics industry. While a lot of practitioners swear by it, facial hair removal can also do more harm than good.

In this week's episode, Nichola uses her 16 year acne specialist experience to break down the do's and don'ts of dermaplaning, plus:

• Why you might experience a breakout post-dermaplaning
• Debunking facial shaving myths
• Best practices if you do decide to dermaplane
• The dangers of dermaplanning, even if you are clear

And more!

Shop Nichola's product recommendations here: https://pacifictouchnyc.com/collections/all

Happy Tuesday, PT Fam!

One of our most asked questions, especially when clearing skin holistically, is what we do about acne scarring. There are so many myths about scarring and in this episode Nichola finally debunks them.

You’ll also learn  ⤵️

→ The different types of acne scars (and what’s actually happening under the surface)

→ Why suppressing acne isn’t the answer to preventing scarring

→ Why tanning absolutely will not fix those marks

→ And why microneedling is my go-to

Plus, I’ll share my honest thoughts on lasers (why they can be hit-or-miss) and how we approach acne scarring at Pacific Touch.

We also announce a special giveaway for a change for you to meet Nichola "In The Treatment Room" -- you don't want to miss!

Learn more about our Lighten & Brighten treatment (existing PT clients only): https://dashboard.boulevard.io/booking/businesses/22668937-4b24-4354-8619-a2ed3243c2c8/widget?path=%2Fcart%2Fmenu%2FServices%2Fs_5f52087c-37a5-448b-8117-3e5f1534df35&locationId=1163e43c-d83e-4831-bd35-fc999a0f1974&visitType=SELF_VISIT

Happy Tuesday, STT Fam!

Does anyone else have a bad case of the "winter uglies?"

This week, Mary is on the mic for a solo episode sharing her winter skin update, including:

→ Her top tips for navigating winter skin setbacks

→ What she’s currently loving in her routine

→ How vision boarding (and Pinterest) keeps her inspired

→ How she spent her Valentine’s weekend in the city

Plus… she gives some honest skin updates.

Mary also shared a few of her favorites lately, including:

✨ 24k Gold Mask

✨ Peptide Serum

✨ Dazzle Dry (for nails)

✨ Dyson Airwrap

Happy Tuesday, PT Fam!

This week's podcast covers a topic so many of our PT fam struggle with, so I thought, what better time to chat all about rosacea →  what it really is, what triggers it, and how we support rosacea-prone skin at Pacific Touch.

In this episode of Skin Talk Tuesday, Nichola and Mary chat about:

• How to tell rosacea apart from other hypersensitive conditions
• Common internal + external triggers
• Why skincare can either calm the skin… or completely derail it
• The Pacific Touch Method protocol for rosacea clients
• And what real, long-term healing can look like

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Happy Tuesday, STT Fam!

This week’s episode is all about a topic that affects so many in our PT community → eczema.

Whether you’ve dealt with eczema for years, only flare during the winter, or aren’t sure if what you’re experiencing actually is eczema… this episode is a must-listen.

Nichola and Mary sit down to talk through it all, including:

→ What eczema actually is (and how to tell it apart from other conditions)

→ Why so many people flare in childhood—and what I’d do if Noosh had it

→ Common root causes (like stress, gut issues, inflammation & genetics)

→ Skincare that helps vs. skincare that makes it worse

→ The PT Method approach to calming the skin and supporting long-term healing

Happy Tuesday, PT Fam!

Today on the podcast, we are joined by Erica Casavecchia, founder of Casawell!

In her early 20s, Erica’s body began sending loud distress signals… autoimmune symptoms, gut issues, hormonal imbalances, acne, fatigue, anxiety and more. After years of specialists, testing, and prescriptions that left her feeling worse (with no real answers), she chose a different path, and is now on a mission to help others do the same.

In this episode of Skin Talk Tuesday, Erica shares:

→ Her journey from burnout to balance

→ What functional nutrition actually means

→ Simple holistic habits that support your skin + nervous system

→ And why your healing doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s

Hearing Erica's story to true skin freedom is exactly why we are on this mission with the Pacific Touch Method.

Follow Erica https://www.instagram.com/casawellhealth/

Learn More About Casawell Health Method https://www.casawellhealth.com/

Happy Tuesday, STT Fam!

We are joined (first time virtually!) with the team from PlasmaPen, Ansa Bronkorst and Lynne Elms, to deep dive into CoolJet technology and how it is so effective for acne healing. At Pacific Touch, we use the the CoolJet PlasmaPen in our Biofilm Buster and Lighten and Brighten treatments to help break down the biofilm so products can penetrate the bacterial layer of acne.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What exactly is PlasmaPen technology
• How the CoolJet is used in the Pacific Touch treatment rooms to treat acne
• What biofilm is and why it is so important to breakdown in acne treatment
• How the CoolJet compares to other corrective devices or lasers in the industry

Book the Biofilm Buster: https://dashboard.boulevard.io/booking/businesses/22668937-4b24-4354-8619-a2ed3243c2c8/widget?path=%2Fcart%2Fmenu%2FServices%2Fs_beea886a-c145-4bf3-9803-d86ff5861bea&locationId=1163e43c-d83e-4831-bd35-fc999a0f1974&visitType=SELF_VISIT

Book the Lighten & Brighten: https://dashboard.boulevard.io/booking/businesses/22668937-4b24-4354-8619-a2ed3243c2c8/widget?path=%2Fcart%2Fmenu%2FServices%2Fs_5f52087c-37a5-448b-8117-3e5f1534df35&locationId=1163e43c-d83e-4831-bd35-fc999a0f1974&visitType=SELF_VISIT