Hi Treatment Roomies! This was a super exciting episode for us - Nerida is a huge inspiration to us and it was a joy to talk with her about her journey from esthetics in Australia, opening her own business at age 19, health struggles, and becoming an inspiring and hugely successful celebrity esthetician in LA. We hope you LOVE this episode as much as we do! Let us know what you think by leaving us a review! Looking forward to your feedback! Xo, Tess + Lo Tess' Youtube interview with Douglas Pres...
Jul 23, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 46
Hi Roomies! In this episode we are back with Michele Phelan to discuss areas of the skin that are often overlooked/not cared for as intensely as the skin on our face. We are discussing the eye area and breakouts/wrinkles on the neck, back, and décolleté. Find Michele and her courses at www.conceptsinstitute.com Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.dermaplus + Tess' YouTube: Tess Zolly Music by LiQwYd
Jul 16, 2020•58 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Hi treatment Roomies, Welcome to our episode on online esthetician sucess with Shelley Hancock and Beverley Garb. Xoxo, Tess & Lo Looking for a beautiful, affordable website? Get $50 off your new esthetics website with CODE: WEB20 We highly recommend Beverlee Garb at www.estheticianwebsites.com They specialize in designing websites for estheticians. Reputable, easy to work with, 30+ years in the skincare industry. Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics + Lauren's Blog www.lauren-kruger.com T...
Jul 09, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Hi Treatment Roomies!! In this episode we are talking with JoElle Lee - Michelle Obama's personal esthetician who has been in the space for 20 years and boasts accomplishments such as starting her own skincare line, writing two best selling books, and starting her own education program for esties. We talk with her about her specialities that include treating multicultural skin and working with chemical peels. We discuss finding your niche, and why you SHOULDN'T rent your own suite straight out o...
Jul 02, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Hi Treatment Roomies! In this episode we're sitting down with skin expert, spa consultant/ owner + Bay Area acne + anti-aging specialist Douglas Preston of Preston Skin Center. We discuss how to financially prepare yourself for a shut down and how Douglas is reopening his spa after Covid19. We hope you enjoy! Let us know what you think by leaving us a review! Looking forward to your feedback! Xo, Tess + Lo Tess' Youtube interview with Douglas Preston's Website (tips, book a facial, buy his extra...
Jun 25, 2020•47 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Hi treatment Roomies, Welcome to our episode on how to care for your skin in the summer! It's hot, you may be traveling, jumping in pools, soaking up the sun and enjoying a cocktail with makeup on and a face mask. Here's how to do it right! Xoxo, Tess & Lo Educate, Donate, Participate for Justice: https://blacklivesmatter.com https://www.standwithbre.com Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics + Lauren's Blog www.lauren-kruger.com Tess' Instagram @myestytessa Tess' TikTok @myestytessa Tess' Y...
Jun 18, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Hi treatment Roomies, Welcome to our episode with Dr. Chris Bacci of Marin Medical Esthetics. We hope this eppisode broadens your scope + knowledge of medical esthetics. In this interview, we're covering how to get a job at a medical spa + what this doctor looks for in hiring nurses and estheticians, the importance of having a niche in your aesthetics business, new groundbreaking tech for skin tightening, cellulite and muscle tone like Emsculpt, as well as tips for a good skincare routine and pr...
Jun 11, 2020•47 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Hi treatment Roomies, Welcome to part two of our productivity + organization hacks to help you master esthetics school, working from home, and any other area of your life that needs focus and determination. Xoxo, Tess & Lo Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics + Lauren's Blog www.lauren-kruger.com Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.dermaplus + Tess' YouTube: Tess Zolly Music by LiQwYd
Jun 04, 2020•43 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Hi treatment Roomies, Tess here! No fancy skin talk or impressive guests in this one... Just a little impromptu pep talk in this episode. I hope you'r edoing well, and if you're not, I hope this episode perks you up a bit and helps get you back on track. In this episode I'm discussing 5 motivational quotes that have been lifting me up lately in quarantine! Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics + Lauren's Blog www.lauren-kruger.com Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.dermaplus + Tess' YouTube: Tess Zol...
May 28, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Hi treatment Roomies, Welcome to part one of our productivity + organization hacks. We're covering time batching, Ivyy Lee method, how to make your desk space productive + more! Xoxo, Tess & Lo Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.dermaplus + Tess' YouTube: Tess Zolly Music by LiQwYd
May 21, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Hi esties and friends - today we are going back to basics and answering your DM questions. We get into our thoughts on Tatcha Skincare, dehydrated skin with acne, how to promote yourself as an esthetician online, and more. Please let us know what other questions you have, our inboxes are always open! As always, we would appreciate a review on iTunes if you feel so inclined. Xoxo, Tess & Lo Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics + Lauren's Blog www.lauren-kruger.com Tess' Instagram @myestytes...
May 14, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Greetings Treatment Roomies! In this episode we are talking with Michele Phelan, founder of Concepts Institute, to talk about how to better understand what's in your skincare products. Michele has been a licensed and practicing esthetician for 30 years. She owns her own private practice for 20+ years, and is an active educator for Concepts Institute in San Francisco, CA. She's offering all online for the remainder of May 2020! Find Michele and her courses at www.conceptsinstitute.com Lauren's In...
May 07, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Hi Treatment Roomies! Today we are chatting with industry icon, Shelley Hancock, an esthetician of now 33 years. She is a mentor, consultant, public speaker, author, and former esthetic training center director.. In this episode we dive into treatment roomand spa business tips! Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.dermaplus + Tess' YouTube: Tess Zolly Shop Shelley's retail, equipment, books and find more resources for estheticians! https://www.shelleyhancock.com IG...
Apr 23, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Greetings Treatment Roomies! In this episode we are sitting back down with one of your favorite guests, Michele Phelan, founder of Concepts Institute, to talk all things chemical peels, and answer some of our listener questions. Michele has been a licensed and practicing esthetician for 30 years. She owns her own private practice for 20+ years, and is an active educator for Concepts Institute in San Francisco, CA. She's offering all online for the remainder of May 2020! Find Michele and her cour...
Apr 16, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Hi Treatment Roomies! We talked with Cora Wo, the owner of Xcore Pilates studio in the Bay Area about her experience going from the tech world to full time pilates bad ass. We got her input on fitness in general, how to best start your own business, and health and wellness in this time of uncertainty around COVID-19. We know you will love her as much as we do! Cora's instagram @xcorestudio Cora's website www.xcorestudio.com Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.derm...
Apr 09, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Hi esties! We sat down with Michele Phelan to talk lymphatic drainage, aromatherapy, and the science of esthetics. Michele has been a licensed and practicing esthetician for 30 years. She owns her own private practice for 20+ years, and is an active educator for Concepts Institute in San Francisco, CA. All classes are online for the remainder of May 2020! Fine Michele and her courses at www.conceptsinstitute.com Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.dermaplus + Tess...
Apr 05, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Today we are talking with Danna Omari of Noy Skincare. She shares her journey through the esthetics field from being a brand new esthetician, sucking at it, seeking guidance and being shut out by other estheticians, and how she excelled and now runs an insanely cool esthetics practice and is known for her extremely effective buccal facial massage technique. Xoxo, Tess & Lo www.noyskincare.com Find Danna on Instagram: @noyskincare Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics Tess' Instagram @myesty...
Mar 26, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Have you ever dreamed of being your own beauty business boss? Today Tess is chatting with lash artist + beauty business owner of Glow And Go Beauty Co, Jacky Zuzu! We talk how a family hardship caused her to switch plans, swapping her degree as a therapist for beauty school, and how she turned her minimum wage lash job into her beauty brand, offering brow, lash and tanning service to San Francisco's prominent Marina District clientele. Xoxo, Tess & Lo https://www.glowandgobeautyco.com Find J...
Mar 23, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Hey besties, we sat down today to talk about what's on everyone's minds - COVID 19. We talk about how we're feeling about it, how we're handling business slow down (or shut down) and how we can navigate this time of uncertainty. We are all in this together and we are here if you need us. Xoxo, Tess & Lo As discussed in the episode: Lindsey Bremer, Facial Lounge Newport Beach CA - @lindsey_bremer_ Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.dermaplus + Tess' YouTube: T...
Mar 16, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Hey friends! We hope y'all enjoy this q+a answering common esthetician +skincare questions, from disecting ingredient labels to interview etiquette to what you should not try at home. Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.dermaplus + Tess' YouTube: Tess Zolly Music by LiQwYd
Mar 05, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Hey friends! Lauren here for a solo episode about how to handle criticism and adversity in an industry that relies so heavily on the approval of our clients. I am talking about how to separate your professional self from your personal self. Criticism in work does not dictate who you are as a person! I am also talking about some of my favorite resources to keep your mind and spirit healthy in this chaotic world. Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.dermaplus + Tess'...
Feb 27, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Hi friends! In this episode we are talking with Bree from Lash and Wax OC. Bree is an esthetician, wax specialist, educator, and business owner who kicks ass and grabs life's challenges by the horns. We get into how to transition your career, how to manage your social media, when it is time to make a change, and so much more. Xo, Tess & Lo Enneagram test https://www.enneagraminstitute.com Bree's instagram @lashandwaxoc Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.dermaplus + Tess' YouTube: Tess Zolly Lauren...
Feb 20, 2020•46 min•Ep. 24
Hi babes! It's a tess solo episode! Toay I'm talking about the art of the informatinal interview, how to structure a great resume, pitch yourself to potential employers, and everything that comes after that. Thank you for listening! Xo, Tess & Lo Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.dermaplus + Tess' YouTube: Tess Zolly Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics Music by LiQwYd
Feb 13, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Hi beauties! In this episode we are talking all that's new + trending in 2020 skincare! From bluelight sunscreen to an emphasis on sustainability, get excited for the newest innovations coming in 2020! Xo, Tess & Lo Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.dermaplus + Tess' YouTube: Tess Zolly Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics Music by LiQwYd
Feb 06, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Hi friends! In this episode we are diving into the second part of our ingredients to know - the stand outs, the controversials, and the ones we think you can skip. Keep these in mind when you are evaluating a skincare label. As always, we love to use www.paulaschoice.com and www.incidecoder.com to help navigate through those lesser known ingredients, or the ones you flat out can't even pronounce. Xo, Tess & Lo Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.dermaplus + Tess' YouTube: Tess Zolly Lauren's Instag...
Jan 30, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Hey everyone! In today's episode you're getting me, Tess in a solo ep! I'm reflecting on my Youtube journey, starting a podcast and Instagram page + highlighting my strategies + tactics for creating a genuine + engaged audience. I hope you enjoy these tips and have the courage to step into your light + passion in 2020 and do the thing you've been wanting to do. Xo, Tess and Lo Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.dermaplus + Tess' YouTube: Tess Zolly Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics Music by LiQwY...
Jan 23, 2020•37 min
GUYS! Wow. We hope you love this episode! We spoke with salon owner, spray tan educator + beauty busuiness coach KellyAnn Callaghan about how to make the actual leap and pursue your beauty business dreams, and all the skills + grit it takes along the way. Whether you are hoping to take the leap and open your own salon (but don't know how), step out your current role and into your passion, get some inspiration to level up to your potential, offer better customer service, or create a beauty produc...
Jan 17, 2020•55 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Hey everyone! In today's episode we are diving even deeper into what you can do with your esthetician license, from makeup to sales to education and more. Let us know what you think and where you've landed in your career - are you in the spa or in a different role? Xo, Tess and Lo Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.dermaplus + Tess' YouTube: Tess Zolly Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics Music by LiQwYd
Jan 03, 2020•55 min•Ep. 17
Hi friends, Tess here. In this episode I am discussing my journey with acne, how my struggle has given my career purpose, and what I am doing to minimize the condition (as well as what I'm NOT doing ) I hope it helps! Please let me know what you think and feel free to DM me if you have any questions or want to discuss this topic further! Xo Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.dermaplus + Tess' YouTube: Tess Zolly Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics Music by LiQwYd
Dec 26, 2019•36 min
Hi! In part 2 of our Q+A series we are answering your big questions about esthetics-- from ingredients to avoid to how to know if a career in esthetics is for you! We would love to hear what you think - leave us a comment on Instagram and leave us a review! Looking forward to your feedback! Xo, Tess + Lo www.incidecoder.com Tess' Instagram @myestytessa.dermaplus + Tess' YouTube: Tess Zolly Lauren's Instagram: @laurens.esthetics Music by LiQwYd
Dec 05, 2019•41 min•Ep. 13
