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What does it really take to thrive as an aesthetician today? In today's episode, join Michelle D'Allaird Brenner and licensed aesthetician, beauty business coach, and creator of the 6-Figure Client Generating Bootcamp, Crystal Ngozi Ochemba, as they dish on navigating shifting client expectations, making smart decisions in a trend-heavy industry, and staying profitable in a crowded market. Additionally, hear about common mistakes professionals are making, the biggest challenges they face today, staying innovative on a budget, and what separates profitable practitioners from the overwhelmed. Whether you're solo or managing a staff, this episode is full of honest, actionable advice to help you grow your business with intention.

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Did you know that patents expire? Well, after 20 years, SkinCeuticals' patent on their C E Ferulic Vitamin C Serum did just that, leaving the door open for the formula to be duplicated by other brands. This week, sit down with Elizabeth and Lonice, two of DERMASCOPE's in-house aestheticians, to get the scoop on what this means for SkinCeuticals and whether we can expect dupes in the future as well as the everchanging landscape of ingredient technology. Stay in the know on the skin care conversation with this very exciting installment of Scoop This!  

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[01:29] Topic Discussion
[34:17] Product Reviews
[36:45] Game

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How much does packaging really matter? According to Allison Kent-Gunn, Sales Director at Berlin-Jansy and beauty packaging consultant, a lot more than you think. In this episode, she sits down with Michelle to share how packaging shapes consumer perception, drives brand identity, and communicates performance before a product is even used. Plus, she breaks down what sustainable packaging means today, the impact of new tariffs on overseas sourcing, and common mistakes to avoid. Whether you're launching a line or just love what’s inside the bottle, this episode unwraps everything you didn’t know you needed to know about beauty packaging.

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Did you know that May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month? That's right; it's a big month for aestheticians, and DERMASCOPE's May calender only adds to the offerings. Tune in to hear all about the 2025 Cover Contest, our May Madness special section (who was the sunscreen champion of 2025?), and the equipment issue, featuring articles covering everything from body equipment and lasers to microneedling and device investments. Join Managing Editor, Dorian Reyes, to hear about all of this and more, and check out the links below for additional info!

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Have you ever wondered about the inner workings of the skin barrier and why it is so vital to overall skin health? What about how delivery systems work and the exciting breakthroughs happening in ingredient technology today? If that's you, tune in to this sit down with Christine Tian, Aestheticians' Choice Award winner and research and innovation chemist at Rejuvi Laboratory, and get the answers to all of your questions. From common misconceptions about the skin barrier and what barrier damage means on a biochemical level to how delivery systems impact ingredient penetration, this episode covers it all!

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Recently, a series of new tariffs have been implemented in the United States that could have significant implications for the aesthetics industry. In this episode, DERMASCOPE's in-house aesthetician team breaks down what these changes mean for professionals—from potential price increases on products and equipment to shifts in supplier relationships. Join the conversation as we explore practical strategies to help reduce costs, protect the bottom line, and navigate this evolving landscape with confidence. Plus, hear about why it's crucial to approach these challenges with a clear, logical perspective rather than reacting out of fear.

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[02:50] Topic Discussion
[32:50] Product Reviews
[38:26] Game

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This week, Michelle D'Allaird-Brenner sits down with veteran aesthetician, DERMASCOPE contributor, and creator of The Golden Experience Guide, Ashley Curtis, also known as Ageless Ashley. Listen in as they discuss the key experiences and crucial lessons Curtis has garnered in her nearly two decades in the industry, the importance of touch and hands-on modalities, and some tips and tricks on finding your niche, professional growth, and self-care for aestheticians. Hop back into The Aesthetic Report with our very first guest interview of the season, and leave a comment to let us know what you thought of the episode! 

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Season five of The Aesthetic Report is finally here! In this season opener managing editor, Dorian Reyes, dishes on DERMASCOPE's April calendar, including a very special cover, all of the education this month's age management issue has to offer, a FREE webinar, "The Acne Advantage: Building a Thriving Practice" brought to you by Douglas Preston, and how we are celebrating our 50th year. Check out the links below for more info; you do not want to miss April!

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In this special pre-season bonus episode, the DERMASCOPE in-house aesthetician team sits down with Holly Brown, founder of Looking and Feeling fab, a nonprofit with a mission to provide comfort and relief to those with cancer, through integrative therapies, alleviating skin side effects and improving quality of life. In partnership with Podcasthon -- the world’s largest podcast charity initiative bringing together podcasters globally to raise awareness for charitable causes -- this episode highlights what led Brown to start a nonprofit, the types of support, resources, and treatments they offer cancer patients, and what the future holds, including a comedy show in April. Support Podcasthon and Looking and Feeling Fab by tuning in and hearing all about this great organization! 

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In this special bonus episode, host Michelle D'Allaird-Brenner sits down with Aerolase clinical director, Catie Cutler, and master laser consultant, Ashlee Bunkelman, for a lowdown on lasers! Hear about the power of the remarkable Aerolase devices, including how to combine them with other therapies effectively, the importance of laser physics and in-depth laser education, and how Aerolase's cutting edge technologies are shaping the future of the industry. Whether laser-curious or already on the Aerolase train, this bonus episode is a must-hear! 

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