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The Treatment Room

The Treatment Roomwww.tessaskin.com
A podcast by an esthetician, for estheticians + skincare lovers. Hi, I'm Tess! I am a licensed esthetician, double certified acne expert, NASM health + nutrition coach, and skincare brand founder. I'm here to share in my business, the acne process, my conversations with experts in the industry, and everything you want to know about skin wellness.
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Episodes

110. Hot(ter) takes. (ALYSSA BROCK)

Hello and welcome to season 3 of The Treatment Room! Today we're joined by my friend Alyssa Brock, aka The Illinois Esty. Alyssa Brock is a licensed esthetician, owner of Lyss Skin Studio, and was named Bloomington/Normal's Best Esthetician in 2021. She is a certified Master Hydrafacialist, and Face Reality Acne Expert. Let's dive in for part 2 of our hot takes! Love this ep? Tag us on social and be sure to check out Alyssa's other episodes. We talk share our hot industry takes including: - what...

Feb 10, 202356 minSeason 3Ep. 4

109. Emulating Vs. Influencing (AGENT RX)

Hello and welcome to season 3 of The Treatment Room! Today we're joined by my friend Josh, aka Agent RX. We talk: • Naming your brand • What makes you you and tying it into your brand • Why we are the seeds of our own lives • Josh’s story • Navigating identity • Why your brand is your baby... no one will protect it but you • Emulating vs influencing • What is copyright infringement + how to avoid it https://www.instagram.com/agentrx.co/ Listen to his podcast, https://open.spotify.com/show/08bskW...

Feb 03, 20231 hr 7 minSeason 3Ep. 3

108. The Celebrity Treatment (SARAH FORD)

Hello and welcome to season 3 of The Treatment Room! Today we're joined by celebrity Los Angeles esthetician Sarah Ford (behind faces like Ariana Grande + Jack Harlow.) She shares how she created a successful esthetician business built on raving referrals and word of mouth. We talk: • Derm referrals • Melasma • Fungal acne • Tranexamic acid • Sarah's PCOS and wellness journey • Being an introverted esthetician • How to grow your business https://www.instagram.com/sarahfordofficial/ MY SOCIAL MED...

Jan 27, 202347 minSeason 3Ep. 2

107. The future of skincare + esthetics?

Welcome to The Treatment Room! We're kicking off 2023 with my predictions for the industry including: • ingredient trends • new product trends • the treatment room • medical esthetics • injectibles What are your predictions? Get excited for some gooooood eps this season 💕 MY SOCIAL MEDIA + SHOPS https://www.tessaskin.com/services/#coaching https://www.tessaskin.com/freeskin (my skincare brand) or follow along on instagram @freeskinbytessa. To shop Glymed Plus, register on the top right via my a...

Jan 20, 202328 minSeason 3Ep. 1

106. Best of '22 (skincare, esty favs, wellness + gift guide.) 🎀

Welcome to The Treatment Room! And the season finale for season 2. Thank you all for listening and supporting the show this year, it means the world! Stay tuned for more 💕 SHOP THE GIFT GUIDE (and view discount codes) MY SOCIAL MEDIA + SHOPS to order Colorescience, Jan Marini, iS Clinical, DermeHome, Seen + more with free shipping, please email me at tessaskinconsulting@gmail.com shop FSBT or follow along on instagram @freeskinbytessa. To shop Glymed Plus, register on the top right via my autho...

Dec 15, 20221 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 106

105. Becoming your own boss + building a business (with Jan Marini.)

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, I had the opportunity to interview one of my biggest role models about her rise to entrepreneurial success. Jan also answers your questions about succeeding in business. Have a question for the show? Be sure to follow me on Instagram to submit a question to my weekly question box on stories! Want to support this episode and shop some Jan Marini? send me a dm: @myestytessa with the words 'JM product order' at the top, or email me: tessaskinconsultin...

Dec 06, 20221 hr 6 min

104. Esthetician hot takes: celebrity skincare, tretinoin, accutane + more.

Welcome to The Treatment Room, a podcast by an esthetician, for estheticians and skincare lovers ☺️ In this episode, I'm joined by Alyssa Brock, owner of Lyss Skin Studio and we're sharing our unfiltered takes on some of the most controversial topics in skincare ... as licensed skin professionals and acne specialists. Follow Alyssa: @alyssatheillinoisesti @lyssskinstudio To shop: Un-Dew (cream cleanser) Lo-Foam (soap-free gel cleanser) tessaskinconsulting@gmail.com Tess' Instagram @myestytessa T...

Nov 18, 20221 hr 22 minSeason 2Ep. 104

103. Spooky lessons I've learned in business.

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, I'm diving into some of the creepiest, scariest lessons I've learned as an esthetician and business owner! Connect with Danielle To shop: Un-Dew (cream cleanser) Lo-Foam (soap-free gel cleanser) tessaskinconsulting@gmail.com Tess' Instagram @myestytessa Tess' YouTube: Tess Zolly Tess' TikTok: @myestytessa Music: Sweet by LiQWYD | https://www.instagram.com/liqwyd Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unp...

Nov 01, 202232 minSeason 2Ep. 103

102. Haircare is skincare (with Seen founder + dermatologist, Dr. Iris Rubin. )

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, I talk with Harvard trained derm, Dr. Iris Rubin about: + the acne/ haircare connection + hair loss + sensitive skin + rash prone skin + hair health tips and more! Want to shop Seen Haircare? send me an email at tessaskinconsulting@gmail.com titled "Seen" to shop the range with free shipping via Pomp Beauty. To shop: Un-Dew (cream cleanser) Lo-Foam (soap-free gel cleanser) tessaskinconsulting@gmail.com Tess' Instagram @myestytessa Tess' YouTube: Te...

Oct 25, 202250 minSeason 2Ep. 102

101. My skin + wellness rules for fall.

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, I am sharing some of my favorite tips as an esthetician, acne specialist and certified health coach for heading into the fall season including: + nutrition + dry skin + dehydrated skin + rash prone skin + managing stress + ezcema/ rashes + acneic skin + seasonal changes and our hormones + lip care and more! Shop To shop Glymed Plus, register on the top right via my authorized store: https://glymedplus.com/home/index HYDRO GEL https://glymedplus.com...

Oct 19, 20221 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 101

100. Heal (your hormones, thyroid and gut) with Fifi.

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, I chat with the queen of hormone and thyroid health, Fiona Smith. we explore: - hormonal acne - thyroid health - balanced nutrition - protein - why you should be weight lifting - why balance is different for everyone - mold + acne - plastic + acne CONNECT WITH FIONA on IG/ Tiktok: @heal.with.fifi sign up for coaching with Fiona: https://www.fionasmithcoaching.com/application+pricing WATER FILTERS MENTIONED Clearly filtered Berkey Want to support th...

Oct 12, 20221 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 100

99. solo sesh: growing on social, spironolactone + finding a mentor.

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, I'm answering your questions from IG! @myestytessa we explore: - spironolactone - growing on social - confidence - home spas - owning a biz - finding a mentor Want to support this episode and shop some Jan Marini? send me a dm: @myestytessa with the words 'JM product order' at the top, or email me: tessaskinconsulting@gmail.com with 'JM product order' in the subject line. To shop Glymed Plus, register on the top right via my authorized store: https...

Oct 05, 202259 minSeason 2Ep. 99

98. Answering your skin + acne FAQs with Jan Marini.

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, I'm answering your skin FAQs with Jan Marini, founder of Jan Marini Skin Research. we explore: - the link between acne and food - acne and birth control - Spiranolactone and effective dosing - retinol vs. benzoyl peroxide - when to treat skin for aging concerns? Want to support this episode and shop some Jan Marini? send me a dm: @myestytessa with the words 'JM product order' at the top, or email me: tessaskinconsulting@gmail.com with 'JM product o...

Sep 27, 202247 min

97. We're lifting and we're sculpting w/ @ESTIEEALEX.

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, we're talking all things MASSAGE (+ having a home business, acne tips, favorite skincare lines, and how to take care of your body as an esty.) Alex Pentecost created her own facial massage course and is a master of sculpting faces. Alex is the esthetician behind The Skin Reverie. She is a DMK therapist, facial massage, Hydrofacial, @facerealityskincare Acne expert and we loveee her! FOLLOW ALEX aka @estieealex BOOK W ALEX ALEX'S COURSE LIFT + SCULP...

Sep 22, 20221 hr 18 minSeason 2Ep. 97

96. How to have longevity as an esthetician, set boundaries + avoid burnout.

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, my esty bestie Courtney Parkhill is back. Court has 16 years of experience as an esthetician. She is a spa owner, has her own retail line, and now has her own home spa. Follow Courtney on IG Courtney's website MY SOCIAL MEDIA + SHOPS Now Booking Acne Bootcamp! Book a skin consultation or mentorship call with me: www.tessaskin.com For more details on my products, visit www.freeskinbytessa.com, or follow along on instagram @freeskinbytessa. This epis...

Sep 13, 20221 hr 15 minSeason 2Ep. 96

95. The Most Effective Ingredients for Acne + My Glymed Recs.

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, I am sharing the best ingredients and products for acne! MY SOCIAL MEDIA + SHOPS SHOP GLYMED PLUS (must register on the top right through my pro store or the links will not work) store label if needed: tessaskin BENZOYL skin wash (inflamed acne) exfoliant wash (non-inflamed acne) skin med (I recommend starting with no more than 5%) AHAs skin gel gentle facial wash serious action masque RETINOIC ACID retinol cream or serum SALICYLIC ACID sal-x purif...

Sep 06, 20221 hr 13 minSeason 2Ep. 95

94. Rosacea and the Esthetician: Triggers, Topicals + Treatments.

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, we're talking all things rosacea... topicals, treatments, triggers, RXes and more! Thank you to Michele Phelan at Concepts Institute for joining me! Contact Michele: conceptsmmp@yahoo.com Take a class with Michele: https://conceptsinstitute.com/ This episode is sponsored by Gloss Genius. Use promo code: TTR22S Link: https://glossgenius.biz/TTR22S-signup Offer: 50% off for 2 months MY SOCIAL MEDIA + SHOPS Book a skin consultation or mentorship call ...

Aug 23, 20221 hr 16 minSeason 2Ep. 94

93. acne p III: choosing birth controls, multi vitamins, dairy + makeup.

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, I'm sharing lifestyle factors that could be worsening your acne. There is some discussion about acne triggering foods at the 10-15 minute mark. If you haven't already, make sure to listen to episode #90 before this one, for an intro to acne and how it starts. CELL BALM (apply pre-chlorine pool) CLEAN SKIN CLUB face towels code Tess20 This episode is sponsored by Gloss Genius. Use promo code: TTR22S Link: https://glossgenius.biz/TTR22S-signup Offer:...

Aug 23, 202246 min

92. How to Hack Canva + Make Your IG Hit.

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, I chat with Alyssa Brock aka @alyssatheillinoisesti (owner of lyss skin studio, master hydrafacialist, and face reality certified acne expert.) We chat everything from Alyssa's acne journey, to working for doctors, to her studio favorites! ALYSSA'S TREATMENT ROOM FAVORITES Alyssa’s comfy bed Alyssa’s diffuser Kacey’s glow towels This episode is sponsored by Gloss Genius. Use promo code: TTR22S Link: https://glossgenius.biz/TTR22S-signup Offer: 50% ...

Aug 16, 20221 hr 8 minSeason 2Ep. 92

91. (acne part 2) lifestyle factors that could be making it worse.

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, I'm sharing lifestyle factors that could be worsening your acne. If you haven't already, make sure to listen to episode #90 before this one, for an intro to acne and how it starts. UPF clothing brand mentioned (get my fav hat) This episode is sponsored by Gloss Genius. Use promo code: TTR22S Link: https://glossgenius.biz/TTR22S-signup Offer: 50% off for 2 months MY SOCIAL MEDIA + SHOPS Now Booking Acne Bootcamp! Book a skin consultation or mentorsh...

Aug 09, 202234 minSeason 2Ep. 91

90. the ABC(O)'s of acne (part 1.)

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, I want to talk about acne- what it is, how, and where it starts, and how we can be successful at treating it. This episode is sponsored by Gloss Genius. Use promo code: TTR22S Link: https://glossgenius.biz/TTR22S-signup Offer: 50% off for 2 months MY SOCIAL MEDIA + SHOPS Now Booking Acne Bootcamp! Book a skin consultation or mentorship call with me: www.tessaskin.com For more details on my products, visit www.freeskinbytessa.com, or follow along on...

Aug 02, 202221 minSeason 2Ep. 90

89. How to motivate resistant clients, avoid arguments + win in business.

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, I want to talk about motivational interviewing, and real strategies we can use as estheticians or health coaches to help clients overcome their own hurdles, and step into their own power. This episode is sponsored by Gloss Genius. Use promo code: TTR22S Link: https://glossgenius.biz/TTR22S-signup Offer: 50% off for 2 months MY SOCIAL MEDIA + SHOPS Book a skin consultation or mentorship call with me: www.tessaskin.com For more details on my products...

Jul 26, 20221 hr 1 minSeason 2Ep. 89

88. Accutane, Face Reality, HydraFacial + more with Master Esthetician ALYSSA BROCK.

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, I chat with Alyssa Brock aka @alyssatheillinoisesti (owner of lyss skin studio, master hydrafacialist, and face reality certified acne expert.) We chat everything from Alyssa's acne journey, to working for doctors, to her studio favorites! ALYSSA'S TREATMENT ROOM FAVORITES Alyssa’s comfy bed Alyssa’s diffuser Kacey’s glow towels This episode is sponsored by Gloss Genius. Use promo code: TTR22S Link: https://glossgenius.biz/TTR22S-signup Offer: 50% ...

Jul 19, 20221 hr 5 minSeason 2Ep. 88

87. My Virtual Consult Process, Acne Journey + Skincare Favorites. (Listener Q+A)

Welcome to The Treatment Room! In this episode, I am answering your listener questions! We talk virtual consultations, my favorite skincare products, and my acne journey. I hope you enjoyed. Please follow along with me on instagram for the next opportunity to submit a question for the show! This episode is sponsored by Gloss Genius. Use promo code: TTR22S Link: https://glossgenius.biz/TTR22S-signup Offer: 50% off for 2 months MY SOCIAL MEDIA + SHOPS Book a skin consultation or mentorship call wi...

Jul 12, 202254 minSeason 2Ep. 87

86. Client Coaching + Communication Workshop.

In this episode, I want to talk about the art and psychology of communication, and why it matters for our aesthetics businesses. I share tips for communication when it comes to written, verbal, and non-verbal cues! Let me know which ones resonate with you on social media. ☺️ This episode is sponsored by Gloss Genius. Use promo code: TTR22S Link: https://glossgenius.biz/TTR22S-signup Offer: 50% off for 2 months MY SOCIAL MEDIA + SHOPS Book a skin consultation or mentorship call with me: www.tessa...

Jul 05, 202259 min

85. Formulating 101 with Kyesha Knows Skin.

In this episode, I chat with Kyesha Chew, cosmetic formulator and educator. We discuss what estheticians should know about formulating, retinol, creating your own products, glycerin, and products that should and shouldn't go together. Follow Kyesha on Instagram. And her Youtube channel MY SOCIAL MEDIA + SHOPS For more details on my products, visit www.freeskinbytessa.com, or follow along on instagram @freeskinbytessa. To shop Glymed Plus, register on the top right via my authorized store: https:...

Jun 28, 202255 minSeason 2Ep. 85

84. Esthetician Mistakes + What We Can Learn From Them.

In this episode, I want to share about some mistakes I've made myself, and some I have noticed within the industry. No one is perfect, and no one should suffer and feel alone when things happen. Let me know which ones resonate with you on social media. ☺️ MY SOCIAL MEDIA + SHOPS For more details on my products, visit www.freeskinbytessa.com, or follow along on instagram @freeskinbytessa. To shop Glymed Plus, register on the top right via my authorized store: https://glymedplus.com/home/index Tes...

Jun 21, 202233 minSeason 2Ep. 83

83. The $ and Legal Side of Esthetics (with Attorney Danielle Stead.)

In this episode, I chat with Danielle Stead Blanton, business coach and attorney. We discuss how to prepare your business for financial and legal success including topics such as: - LLCs - Credit Cards and what NOT to do with them - Banking - Staying within your scope for your own good - Danielle's pivots from corporate to owning her own successful business, and finding happiness doing her own thing! Contact Danielle + Learn More. Follow Danielle on Instagram. MY SOCIAL MEDIA + SHOPS For more de...

Jun 15, 20221 hr 4 minSeason 2Ep. 83

82. True Grit With Ashley Curtis.

In this episode, I chat with my dear friend Ashley Curtis of Evolve Skin and Wellness about our paths, boundaries, the industry, social media and getting advice versus when to make your own calls. MY SOCIAL MEDIA + SHOPS For more details on my products, visit www.freeskinbytessa.com, or follow along on instagram @freeskinbytessa. To shop Glymed Plus, register on the top right via my authorized store: https://glymedplus.com/home/index Tess' Instagram @myestytessa Tess' YouTube: Tess Zolly Tess' T...

Jun 07, 20221 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 84

81. Getting to the Root of Your Acne + Common Triggers with CLEARSTEM.

In this episode, I chat with CLEARSTEM founders, Holistic Nutritionist Kayleigh Christina, and Danielle Gronich, esthetician and CEO of the San Diego Acne Clinic. We break down some of the biggest acne triggers out there like: - birth control - supplements - specific foods - pore clogging ingredients and more! Learn more about CLEARSTEM. Danielle's IG. Kayleigh's IG. CLEARSTEM IG. MY SHOPS For more details on my products, visit www.freeskinbytessa.com, or follow along on instagram @freeskinbytes...

May 31, 202256 minSeason 2Ep. 81
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