The Treatment Room
A podcast by an esthetician, for estheticians and skincare lovers. Host Tess, a licensed esthetician, double certified acne expert, NASM health and nutrition coach, and skincare brand founder, shares insights on her business, the acne process, conversations with industry experts, and everything about skin wellness.
Episodes
The insulin resistance & acne connection.
Acne isn't just about your skincare routine. In this episode, we're diving into the connection between insulin resistance, hormones, and breakouts. Learn how elevated insulin can increase oil production, inflammation, and clogged pores—and the simple lifestyle habits that can help support healthy insulin sensitivity and clearer skin.In this episode you'll learn:* What insulin resistanc
How to avoid summer breakouts.
Does your skin seem to break out every summer—even when you're following your skincare routine? You're not imagining it.In this episode, I'm breaking down the biggest summer acne triggers I see in my clients and explaining why heat, sweat, travel, and even "healthy" hydration products may be contributing to your breakouts.PLUS: Eat to Clear is officially live! My new acne-f
Tried, true and clinically tested acne ingredients.
Think you need the latest viral skincare ingredient to clear your acne? Think again.In this episode of The Treatment Room, we’re breaking down the skincare ingredients that have stood the test of time and continue to be recommended by both dermatologists and estheticians because they’re backed by real research—not marketing hype. You’ll learn how retinoids, glycolic acid, azelaic acid, benzoyl per
Everything you need to know about microneedling.
In this episode of The Treatment Room Podcast, I’m joined by Bree Holt from JuvPen to discuss one of the most in-demand treatments in corrective skincare: microneedling. We’re diving into the science behind collagen induction therapy, who is — and isn’t — a candidate for treatment, common mistakes estheticians should avoid, and why proper technique matters when it comes to achieving safe, consiste
Clear for the summer (2 week acne challenge!)
Welcome to the Clear Skin Challenge ✨In this episode, we’re diving into the foundational habits that support clear, healthy skin from the inside out. Acne is rarely just a “skin issue” — it’s often connected to things like inflammation, blood sugar balance, gut health, stress, hormones, sleep, and lifestyle habits.Throughout this challenge, you’ll learn realistic, sustainable strategies to help su
How PDRN is changing the skincare industry (with Jan Marini.)
In this episode, I talk with Jan Marini, founder of Marini Skin Solutions about PDRN. Polydeoxyribonucleotide is a substance derived from DNA fragments (usually extracted from salmon or trout sperm) and is widely used in dermatology and regenerative medicine. We talk skincare benefits, and how this is changing the future of skincare by aiding in regenerative benefits for acne, rosacea, barrier hea
How to interrupt the acne process (listener q+a).
In this episode, I am answering a listener question about how to succeed as an acne specialist as a new esthetician and holistic practitioner!I share how to overcome self-doubt and the same strategies I use with my private clients that we must consider when we want to get clear. Plus, what holistic providers need to do to to succeed in a saturated marketplace.Need personalized support with your sk
Clear from within: Tessa's guide to nutrition for acne.
Dates? Honey? And how about cottage cheese? In this episode, I'm breaking down the real connection between what you eat and acne. If you’ve been told “food doesn’t affect acne” or feel confused by all the conflicting advice online, this is your reset.We dive into the key nutritional triggers that can worsen breakouts—like blood sugar spikes and glycemic load, dairy sensitivities, and other sne
Phasing your lifestyle for acne clearing success.
In this episode, I am sharing why we must prioritize phasing our goals if we want to succeed. This is why we can't lose weight, clear our skin, fix our autoimmune, and enjoy balance. It's all about phasing our goals!Need personalized support with your skin? Work with me through my virtual acne care program.SPONSORS/ LINKSGlossGeniusGlossGenius is the system that does the work for you to ge
Tessa's holiday clear skin survival guide.
You might not want to hear this, but someone has to say it: your skin won’t take a holiday just because you do. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to stay disciplined without feeling restricted, how to navigate parties and sugar-heavy food tables, and the small daily habits that make or break your skin this time of year. If you need that honest (skin professional) friend in your corner, this i
Signs your skin is improving (even if you're not clear yet!)
In this episode, I break down the subtle but powerful signs your skin is actually improving—even if you’re not completely clear yet. From fewer breakouts and faster healing to stronger confidence and more resilient skin, you’ll learn what real progress looks like beneath the surface. This episode is a reminder to celebrate the small wins on your journey to clear, healthy skin. Love you! - TessaBo
Asking Aliesh (Mentorship, esthetician retirement + mental health.)
In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Aliesh Pierce — celebrity esthetician, educator, and formulator who’s helped shape the way we think about skin, education, and professional growth in esthetics.We talk about what it truly means to evolve as an esthetician — from finding the right mentor to building confidence, staying curious, and continuing to grow no matter where you are in your ca
Glass skin with Jan Marini.
Hi roomies! Jan Marini is BACK on the pod for a special episode on how to get the glassiest, best skin of your life. Getting glass skin isn't everything you see on instagram, it's science. It's refining pores, clearing acne, evening skin tone, volume, and hydration. And it is possible.Interested in shopping Jan Marini? Email me: @tessaskinconsulting@gmail.com, or book a virtual visit o
More than a moisturizer... introducing Safe-Glace!
It's here! My new barrier-reparative, acne-friendly, line-relaxing, makeup-priming treatment... Safe-Glace. FINE, we can call it a moisturizer! But I want to share why I feel it's more than that. Curious about peptides and why I chose Acetyl-Hexapeptide-8? In this episode of The Treatment Room, I break down what peptides are, how the “Chill Peptide” works, and why it’s more than just a tre
Your it-girl esthetician energy (with intuitive coach Erica Reilly.)
Today, we're getting an energy upgraded thanks to intuitive coach (and my former sorority sis Erica Reilly!) If you're ready to stop being a control freak, stop holding yourself back, tap into your most magnetic energy, and ignite your inner it girl, this episode is for you!!Follow Erica on IG.Work with Erica.Sparkle Baby podcast. Follow me on IG for more! @myestytessa @freeskinbytessa
Back to (esty) school.
Today, we're going back to school with Skinworks Esthetician School Spa Director, Danni Newell.With over five years in esthetics and a commitment to education and leadership, Danni brings a unique perspective on how the student spa environment can shape the next generation of confident, competent, and compassionate estheticians. We talk:The mindset shift students go through when transitioning fro
Barrier is the boss: The foundation of acne healing.
In today’s episode, I want to highlight that treating acne is more than just killing bacteria or drying out oil... What if I told you you cant get clear without a healthy skin barrier? In this episode I explore why barrier health matters in acne clearing, common mistakes, tips, and steps you can start today on your clearing journey. Earn a $75 product credit when you sign up for Pomp Beauty.It'
170. Fitness + health after disordered eating: Macros, metabolism + mindset with Jason Phillips.
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Jason Phillips — founder of the Nutritional Coaching Institute (NCI), performance nutrition expert, and one of the most trusted voices in sustainable transformation.We dive into what it really takes to reach your health and fitness goals after struggling with food — especially if you come from a background of disordered eating, restrictive dieting, or fear around
169. Acne extractions gone wrong (with Douglas Preston.)
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! I'm Tessa and I am a licensed esthetician, acne specialist and NASM-certified nutrition coach. In this episode, we discuss acne as a specialty for estheticians, why extractions can go so wrong, is purging a thing?, client relationships, skin picking, and more real world acne application tips for estheticians.ABOUT THE GUESTToday I am joined by my friend, mentor
168. Process over perfection: summer, structure + staying accountable on vacation.
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! My name is Tessa and I am a licensed esthetician, acne specialist and NASM-certified nutrition coach. Today I am sharing success strategies for maintaining clear skin during the summer, a season where we are often out of our norm, faced with family pressure, and challenges to our normally structured routine. How can we still achieve our goals when our environmen
167. Spring skin survival guide (with product recs!)
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! My name is Tessa and I am a licensed esthetician, acne specialist and NASM-certified nutrition coach. Today I am sharing my top tips for clear, healthy skin as we transition from winter to spring and summer. POMP STOREFRONTGLYMED STOREFRONTMY SKINCARE BRANDPRODUCTS MENTIONEDMasksGlymed Sulfur Masque (for oily skin 1-2x/ week)Glymed Rejuvinating Peptide MasqueTes
166. Should your beauty business be an S. Corp?! (with Kickstart Acocunting)
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! Today we are BACK for round three with Danielle Hayden, founder of Kickstart Accounting... she's an expert in helping entrepreneurs think about and attain their financial goals. Today we're addressing how you can create a budget, set your small business up for financial success, and choose the entity type that works best for you. Want to work with Danielle's tea
165. It's supposed to be slow: Why acne clearing takes time.
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! Today we are tackling the question- why does it take so dang long to get clear?! Esties- Want to sign up with Pomp? Tessa's referral link. Want to shop any products mentioned? Shop here!Enjoy a special code on your first order for TRR listeners:TESSAZPOMP7849Join acne care with me!The Jet-Set (travel-friendly double cleanse set) is out NO
164. The whole body approach to acne (CLEARSTEM.)
Welcome back to The Treatment Room!
Today we are BACK for round to with the founders of Clearstem, Danielle Gronich and Kayleigh Christina. Clearstem seeks to combat acne and aging without compromising skin health and overall... end the suffering that comes with skin issues. We talk acne root causes, raw dairy, Creatine, b12, bloodwork and MORE! Enjoy!
Shop Clearstem here on my professional Pomp
163. Elevate your esthetics business + retail online with Pomp Beauty.
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! Today we are talking to Shannon Erley, CEO of Pomp Beauty, software built to elevate estheticians. Pomp offers an incredible range of curated professional products that estheticians can retail to their clients virtually. Esties- Want to sign up with Pomp? Tessa's referral link. Want to shop any products mentioned? Shop here!Enjoy a special code on your first ord
162. The Jan Marini story.
Welcome back to The Treatment Room!
Today we are talking to Jan Marini, founder of JMSR. We talk her acne journey, how she made a name for herself in the skincare industry, and behind the scenes of formulating some of the most effective skincare products in the world.
Join acne care with me!
Exciting... The Jet-Set (travel-friendly double cleanse set) is out NOW!
Save with t
161. All about the barrier.
Welcome back to The Treatment Room!
Today we are talking all things skin health and the epidermis. Do you struggle with frequent stinging, burning or itching, even ezcema? Learn all about the barrier, what to avoid and how to support your skin. Interested in buying a routine for barrier health? Check the show notes below for links.
Studies referenced:
- diet and barrier health
- barrier struct
160. Acne myths + lifestyle tips.
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! Today I am sharing my thoughts on common acne myths, from bacteria and hygiene to blood sugar + "hormonal" acne.
Studies referenced:
Diabetic level glucose spikes in healthy people
Relationship between acne vulgaris and blood sugar
Pillowcase study
Try purity coffee.
Join acne care with me!
Exciting... The Jet-Set (travel-friendly double cleanse
159. If you build it, they will come (virtually.)
Hiiii Treatment Roomies!
Today I am answering your questions like how I started my virtual acne care program, how to handle a toxic job with sales pressure, and skincare recs!
MENTIONED:
CALM-PLEX soothing serum
Join Pomp for Professionals
Join acne care with me!
Exciting... The Jet-Set (travel-friendly double cleanse set) is out NOW!
Save with the double double cleansing bundle.
Follow
158. The power of professional help + 'the maintenance phase.'
Hiiii Treatment Roomies! Today I want to share with you something that happened to me in my 20s that has forever changed my body and attitude toward taking care of myself.
This pain and suffering has shown me how important it is to seek professional help (whatever struggle you are dealing with)... and why the maintenance phase is just as important as getting professional support in the first plac
157. The truth about topical estrogen for skin aging.
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! Today I am talking to the queen of skincare, Jan Marini to decipher whether applying estrogen topically is worth it for the so-called preventative aging benefits, and possible risks.
Want help getting on a Jan Marini routine? Book here
Shop JM's phytoestrogen cream?
Want help getting clear? https://calendly.com/tessazolly/acne-bootcamp
Follow me on IG
156. The art of injectables, lasers + lips.
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! Today I am talking to my bestie Taylor Szupiany, a PA working at plastic surgeon, Dr. Ben Talei's office in BH. Taylor specializes in lips, lasers and injectables. Today we answer all your top questions about these procedures!
Follow Taylor: @tayloroftheface
Follow Cupid Lips of BH: @cupidlipsofbeverkyhills
Follow Dr. Ben Talei: @drbentalei
Want help gett
155. The Clear Skin Method with FaceReality.
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! Today I am talking to none other than the amazing educators and estheticians at FaceReality, Kelsey Duque and Alex Hernandez. We talk about what acne actually is, what it isn't, factors that may be necessary to adjust to get clear, and answer your questions (treating closed comedones, mandolin acid, when and why BPO is necessary, what to expect from the FR trai
154. Why your acne isn't clearing.
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! Today I am talking all about obstacles I often see in clearing, and some reasons you may not be seeing the results you want.
Acne is inherently a skin cell problem, but factors such as diet, internal health, birth control and hormones, and lack of correct treatment can hinder results.
Want help getting clear? https://calendly.com/tessazolly
Follow me on
153. Skincare delivery systems deep dive.
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! Today I am talking all about delivery systems, the mechanisms that deliver ingredients deep into the skin where they can actually affect change.
Follow me on IG: @myestytessa
https://www.skininc.com/science/physiology/article/21880885/how-delivery-systems-change-skin-care-effectiveness
MY LINKS
https://www.tessaskin.com/services
SEND ME VOICENOTES!
152. Justice for essential oils, aromatherapy + the mouth-body connection with Living Libations.
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! Today I am talking to the iconic Nadine Artemis, founder of https://livinglibations.com We talk:
- how she became experienced in aromatherapy and eventually started Living Libations
- why quality matters in essential oils
- differences between synthetic and naturally sourced fragrance
- the importance of the skin microbiome + bacteria
- ancient skincare prac
151. You need this in an acne routine, PIE + PIH. (Voicenote Q+A!)
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! Today I respond to your voice notes submitted through Instagram. You guys wanted to know:
- how to create an effective acne routine
- why our skin loves consistency
- the differences in treating post inflammatory erythema versus hyperpigmentation + product recs
- what's next for my skincare brand
PRODUCTS MENTIONED:
Acne:
https://glymedplus.com/products/US-
150. The science of acne + the skin microbiome (DR. VARMA, phD)
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! Today we welcome https://phylabiotics.com/pages/about (phD), a skin/ microbiome expert. Dr. Varma has 10+ years if microbiome research experience, and is on a mission to change the way we treat chronic bacterial diseases.
Today we are chatting:
- What is the microbiome
- How is this unique for the gut + skin
- Demystifying probiotic skincare
- All about prob
149. How to raise your prices with integrity. (THE SPA PROFIT)
Welcome to The Treatment Room! Today I am joined by The Spa Profit, Melinda Miné. Melinda is a spa success coach and revenue strategist. We talk:
- How to have a strategy for your menu/ services
- When to raise or lower your prices
- How to create high value offers
- Should you lower your prices to be more affordable?
https://thespaprofit.com
This episode is sponsored by Pomp Beauty. Want to
148. Acne, hormones, diet + the BPO controversy (JAN MARINI.)
Welcome to The Treatment Room! Today I am joined by the famous and beloved queen of skin research, Jan Marini.
This episode is sponsored by Pomp Beauty. Want to retail professional lines without needing to stock inventory yourself? Pomp is my retail success secret! https://www.pompbeauty.com/pro-sign-up?_gl=1*npoe2l*_ga*ODcwODc4MTk1LjE2NzI3ODkwNTk.*_ga_NNDBVYSJJJ*MTY3NjY1NjU5OC42Ny4xLjE2NzY2NTY2
147. Q+A: How to get your first esthetician job, virtual esthetics, going solo.
Welcome back to The Treatment Room!
This episode is sponsored by Pomp Beauty. Want to retail professional lines without needing to stock inventory yourself? Pomp is my retail success secret! https://www.pompbeauty.com/pro-sign-up?_gl=1*npoe2l*_ga*ODcwODc4MTk1LjE2NzI3ODkwNTk.*_ga_NNDBVYSJJJ*MTY3NjY1NjU5OC42Ny4xLjE2NzY2NTY2NTIuNi4wLjA.
Today we are chatting:
- How to get your first esthetics j
146. Optimizing your taxes as an esty.
Taxes stressing you out? Let's get you prepared for tax season! Esties, we never learned accounting or how to file taxes.... So Danielle Hayden, CEO of Kickstart Accounting is here to help.
Hire Danielle as your accountant: https://www.e-suite.co/a/2147609469/TnRnGmJG
Save with code: TESSA3977
We talk:
- Choosing an entity (S Corp, LLC, etc)
- Important deductions to save you $
- Why you ne
145. How to build a golden waitlist (KARLEE LAUREN.)
Welcome back to The Treatment Room!
Today we are joined by my dear friend, Karlee Lauren. Karlee specializes in results-driven esthetics including peels, hydra facial and more in the Fort Meyers, Florida area.
We pick up on our last convohttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-treatment-room/id1479360792?i=1000563504714 and discuss how Karlee has built a waitlist of golden clients while s
144. Bossing Up: Your 6-Figure Beauty Business (RAYA CUNNINGHAM.)
Today we meet Raya Cunningham, co-founder of Bosses in Beauty and the Six Figure Beauty Business Blueprint. Raya is here to prepare and embolden estheticians to go solo, the smart way, while creating a more profitable, sustainable business. Take Raya’s 6 Figure Blueprint: https://www.bossesinbeauty.com/a/2147830605/Woz8L3G9Take Raya's FREE masterclass on Feb 25 2024: https://www.bossesinbeauty
143. 6 figures + solo p2 (MIRACLE WORKMAN.)
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! Meet Hydrafacial master & skincare expert, Miracle Workman, from Wasilla, Alaska.
We talk Miracle's success as a 28-year-old mom making 180k with big aspirations of continuing to grow her business and redefining the standard pay for estheticians. Miracle shares her tips for:
- selling product naturally
- the course that changed her business
- how she handles
142. The art of extractions + acne care (DOUGLAS PRESTON.)
Welcome back to The Treatment Room!
The man, the myth, Douglas Preston, founder of Preston Acne Pros, and esthetician of over 40 years shares his insights on treating acne, how to master comedones extractions, and spills the tea on his upcoming partnership with Face Reality.
Follow Douglas.
Save on the RXtractor with code Tess10: https://www.prestonskincenter.com/product-page/preston-comedone-r
141. Back to skincare basics (with my BFF.)
Welcome back to The Treatment Room!
Meet my best friend since middle school, Steph! We take on a beginner's perspective to skincare as she asks me all her skincare questions (from a normal/ non-professional's POV.) Please give Steph a little virtual love for coming on and joining me for her first pod!
Steph's IG.
MY LINKS
Shop FreeSKIN by Tessa
Follow me on IG/ TikTok: @myestytessa
140. All about the barrier (ROBYN MCALPINE.)
Welcome back to The Treatment Room!
Today we meet Robyn McAlpine, @expert_skin_therapist, who is a corneotherapist, spa clinic (Skintifix) owner, esthetician and author of the book on barrier health, https://amzn.to/415ut3M
- how to live realistically while supporting our skin
- the best ingredients to support your barrier
- treatments Robyn does + DOESN'T like (hot takes!)
- a corneotherapis
139. Marketing your spa business with Meg.
Welcome back to The Treatment Room!
Today we meet Meghan O'brien aka @marketingwmeg, your go-to source for esthetician marketing/ social media inspiration and guidance. We talk:
- how to stand out on social media as an esthetician
- how important is going live on IG?
- misconceptions estheticians have about social media
- how to improve the strength of your community
- what a 2-way-street app
138. Age backwards with America's holistic plastic surgeon.
Welcome back to The Treatment Room!
Today we meet Dr. Anthony Youn, aka America's Holistic Plastic Surgeon®. Dr. Youn is a board-certified plastic surgeon and the most followed plastic surgeon on social media, with over 4.5 million subscribers on his YouTube Channel and 8 million followers on TikTok. His new book, “Younger for Life” is a complete holistic guide to turning back the clock using t
137. Teen acne with Douglas Preston.
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! Today we are exploring TEEN acne, and diving into how estheticians can best treat teen clients, and Douglas' tips for clearing young adults. We answer questions like why teen acne is so prevalent, common triggers, diet, medications like Accutane and Spiranolactone, and why term appointments tend to be so short.
TW: This episode does contain conversation around
136. For the boys' (skin)... with Jan Marini.
Welcome to The Treatment Room! Today we're talking all about men's skin, their specific product needs, and shedding light on what's fact vs myth when it comes to men's skin.
To shop any of the products mentioned in this episode, please email me: tessaskinconsulting@gmail.com to order on Pomp Beauty with free shipping.
My Instagram @myestytessa My YouTube: Tess Zolly My TikTok: @myestytessa My s
135. Tessa's fall skin guide (tricks, treats + recipes)
Welcome to The Treatment Room! Today I'm sharing my favorite tricks, treats, and meals I'll be using/making this fall. Tis the season for self care + skincare. Let's get COZY.
LIPCARE
• https://freeskinbytessa.com/products/lip-slip
OCCLUSIVE
• https://glymedplus.com/products/US-GM-088R
CLEANSERS
• https://freeskinbytessa.com/products/un-dew
• https://freeskinbytessa.com/products/
134. Embracing the acne-prone lifestyle.
Welcome to The Treatment Room!
Today we are answering your listener questions about acne/ skincare!
We talk:
- breakfast ideas for acne sufferers
- transitioning to professional skincare
- nailing your gym routine with acne
all orders ship free care of Pomp Beauty
BPO CLEANSER RECS
https://app.pompbeauty.com/pomp-pro?productId=6dc3515d-f644-4b55-bf6b-6f38ad7fe077&referrerId=dGVzc2F6b2xseUBnb
133. Why you should care about the Esthetician Revolution.
Welcome to The Treatment Room!
Today we are talking about the Esthetician Revolution, led by Ashley Curtis and Joshua Maniscalco. We talk:
- what the revolution is
- how it came to be
- why estheticians should care
- what's at stake for esties
- how you can get involved
https://www.change.org/p/licensed-aestheticians-vs-unethical-brand-partnership-marketing-strategies?utm_content=cl_sharecopy
132. The top 2 nutritional acne triggers.
Welcome to The Treatment Room! I'm Tessa, a licensed esthetician, acne specialist, nutrition coach and skincare brand founder.
Trigger warning: this episode does contain discussion around food and acne triggers.
We talk:
- the two biggest acne nutrition triggers
- what is the Glycemic Index
- High, medium and low GI foods
- How dairy affects our skin
FAV FACE MASKS
https://glymedplus.com/p
131. The serious side of skin picking + how estheticians can help.
Welcome to The Treatment Room! I'm Tessa, a licensed esthetician, acne specialist, nutrition coach and skincare brand founder.
Trigger warning: this episode does contain discussion around the sensitive topic of skin picking.
Today I'm shedding light on skin picking as a disorder, providing resources for professional help, and my tips for skincare as an acne specialist. Let's end isolation an
130. Advice for your 20s (business, love + beyond... no sugar coating!)
Welcome to The Treatment Room! I'm Tessa, a licensed esthetician, acne specialist, nutrition coach and skincare brand founder.
Today I'm sharing my best advice as a business owner and 30-something esthetician for those in their 20s, and answer your questions! Be sure to submit your questions over on IG @myestytessa for the weekly question box. Today we talk:
- self confidence
- how to leave a jo
129. Itching to talk about fungal acne.
Welcome to The Treatment Room!
Today we are talking fungal acne:
- signs/ symptoms
- who can get it
- how we get it
- what to do about fungal acne as an esty/ sufferer
SHOP RECS
https://app.pompbeauty.com/the-enhancements/products?vendor=dmVuZG9yOlNlZW46MTY1NTI0MTg1MzAzNQ%3D%3D
https://glymedplus.com/products/US-GM-73ER
https://glymedplus.com/products/US-GM-74ER
https://glymedplus.com/products
128. Closed comedones, bad brands + client horror story!
Welcome to The Treatment Room!
Today we answer your questions! Be sure to submit your questions over on IG for the weekly question box. Today we cover:
- Brands I don't click w
- Is all acne really inflammatory?
- How to treat closed comedones
- Client horror stories
- Skin trends I can't stand
My Instagram @myestytessa
My YouTube: Tess Zolly
My TikTok: @myestytessa
My skincare brand: @freeskin
127. Pretty skin with NERIDA JOY.
Welcome back to THE TREATMENT ROOM! Today I'm sitting down with one of my biggest inspirations, celebrity LA-based esthetician, Nerida Joy. We talk Nerida's unique skin philosophies on:
- surface dryness
- barrier function
- acne RXes
- where derms miss the mark
- nutrition triggers for acne and rosacea
- treating sub conditions FIRST
- why it's not always about what the clients wants/ sees
Foll
126. Summer skin tips!
Welcome back to THE TREATMENT ROOM! Today I'm sharing some of my tips for healthy skin through the summer.
Gentle cleansers:
https://freeskinbytessa.com/products/lo-foam or https://freeskinbytessa.com/products/un-dew
Active cleansers:
https://glymedplus.com/products/US-GM-001R orhttps://glymedplus.com/products/US-GM-74ER 2-3x/ week
https://glymedplus.com/products/US-GM-19AR
Lightweight mois
125. Let's talk routines (rosacea + hormonal acne.)
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! Today I am sharing more about my passion for creating custom skincare routines. I'm diving into my strategy and beneficial ingredients/ products for hormonal acne and rosacea.
Thank you for listening. To book 1:1 virtual acne care with me, visit
www.tessaskin.com
To shop Glymed Plus, register on the top right via my authorized store:
https://glymedplus.com/h
124. How to treat the whole person with holistic esthetician + formulator (LESLEY THORNTON.)
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! Today we are diving into what it means to be a holistic esthetician. We are joined by Lesley Thornton, founder of the esthetician-owned skincare brand https://klur.co
Since the inception of KLUR, Lesley's vision has been to cultivate a brand that reflected the values of clean, ethical, and inclusive beauty.
We talk:
• how you can more comprehensively treat t
123. Making acne your specialty (DOUGLAS PRESTON.)
Welcome back to The Treatment Room! Today we are exploring acne, answering your listener questions, and diving into how to become a more skilled, successful acne specialist with the acne specialist legend himself, Douglas Preston. Douglas is a spa owner and esthetician with 40-year career in skin and acne care. He was also the first esthetician to treat my acne, and has become a close personal fri
122. How to lead with confidence + retail without guilt. (BB102 with AGENTRX.)
Welcome to The Treatment Room! Today we're visited by AGENT RX (Josh Maniscalco). Together, we explore what it means to be a Bad Bitch as an Aesthetician and small business owner (part 2). We delve into how this attitude can transform the treatment room and client relationships. Join them on this no-holds-barred journey of self-expression and authenticity, where aesthetics and entrepreneurship col
121. Esthetician bad b***h 101 (AGENT RX.)
Welcome to The Treatment Room! Today we're visited by AGENT RX (Josh Maniscalco). Together, we explore what it means to be a Bad Bitch as an Aesthetician and small business owner. They challenge conventional thinking, discussing the path to becoming a Bad Bitch and ponder “Do Bad Bitches care about anything?”. They delve into how this attitude can transform the treatment room and client relationsh
120. The science of aging + skincare ingredients. (JAN MARINI.)
Welcome to The Treatment Room!
I hope you enjoy this conversation from my new series, Ask Jan. We're getting DEEP into age management ingredients and answering some of your top asked questions:
- What does vitamin C do for skin? Why is it so hard to tolerate?
- What are growth factors?
- Are all peptides created equal?
- Do collagen supplements really work?
And many more!
Find Jan @janmariniskin
119. Healthy skin, unlocked.
Welcome to The Treatment Room! I am so excited to announce my upcoming launches for my personal skincare brand, FreeSKIN by Tessa, as well as my top tips and product recs for improving skin health and radiance. This episode addresses skin nutrition, preventing against common skin concerns, why hydration/ barrier support, and thorough cleansing are CRUCIAL for your healthiest skin. All recommendati
118. Understanding hyperpigmentation (CONCEPTS INSTITUTE)
Welcome back to The Treatment Room podcast! In this week's episode I wanted to cover the important topic of hyperpigmentation, including melasma, PIE, PIH, freckles, sun spots, vitiligo (hypopigmentation) and more! We talk beneficial ingredients, treatments, and preventative tips.
and more. Thank you to educator + esthetician, Michele Phelan of https://conceptsinstitute.com/
https://conceptsinsti
117. Q+A (sephora haul, pregnancy + acne, barrier health)
Welcome to The Treatment Room! Today I want to answer your questions including:
- what I got at the Sephora sale
- Merit beauty/ acne-safe makeup
- Men's skincare routine
- How to care for your barrier
- Am I hiring?
Products mentioned:
Favorites
- CBD Masque
- Regen Booster (email to order with free shipping) tessaskinconsulting@gmail.com
Sephora haul
- Merit beauty blush
- Bare minerals SPF c
116. The luxury of boundaries (SITKO SKIN)
Welcome to The Treatment Room! Today we are talking about the art of creating a luxury experience for your clients *while* maintaining your boundaries as a skin professionals. Stacy Sitko is a licensed esthetician of 23 years and owner of Sitko Skin in Portland, Oregon. We talk:
- client green and red flags
- how to break up with a client
- the importance of protecting your energy as a provider
-
115. Botox + filler (P.A. TAYLOR SZUPIANY)
Welcome to The Treatment Room! Today we are talking all things injectibles... from Botox to Xeomin to Daxxify... We cover what to know about lip filler (what are the options? what should you ask for?) As well as Taylor's path to medical aesthetics in LA and how she went from the Operating Room to advanced injecting, lasers and plastics.
Follow Taylor @Taylors_pac
Have a question for me? Leave
114. Acne-friendly meals, my rules for PD + is your retinol doing the job?
Welcome to The Treatment Room! Today I am answering your listener q's including:
- is retinol effective for acne?
- Perioral Dermatitis and your routine
- my go to meals/ diet for acne sufferers
- how to treat acne AND manage triggers
Have a question for me? Leave a comment on my latest post @myestytessa
MY SOCIAL MEDIA + SHOPS
https://www.tessaskin.com/services/#coaching
https://www.tessaskin
113. Acne ingredients: myth vs. reality (JAN MARINI)
Welcome to The Treatment Room!
I hope you enjoy this conversation from my new series, Ask Jan. We're getting DEEP into acne ingredients and answering some of your top asked questions:
- Can you use moisturizer after Benzoyl Peroxide?
- Why use a retinol?
- Does fragrance make a product good or bad?
And many more!
Find Jan @janmariniskinresearch on Instagram.
Have a question for the show? Be sure t
112. Esties gone viral (ASHLEY TAPIA)
Welcome to The Treatment Room! Today we chat with Ashley Tapia, licensed esthetician, marketing coach, influencer, and author of The Social Media Playbook. Ashley has amassed a Tiktok audience of nearly 400k Tiktok + IG followers and shares how to leverage your business, share key messaging, hack the social media algorithms, attract your dream clients, and make more $.
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111. Bedside manners.
Welcome to The Treatment Room! Today I want to share more about the most important (and least talked about aspect of a business...) your bedside manners! I'm sharing what it means to have good ones, and some of my personal experiences (good and bad!)
MY SOCIAL MEDIA + SHOPS
https://www.tessaskin.com/services/#coaching
https://www.tessaskin.com/freeskin (my skincare brand) or follow along on instag
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
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 +
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 i
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