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Episode 155: How and Why to Work with an Esthetician
Been thinking about working with an esthetician? We’ve got every reason why you should. This week, we’re joined by Millicent Russo as she shows us what estheticians do best. Listen in as she discusses their knowledge of products and early skin cancer detection, as well as how you can determine who would be a good fit for your practice. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence based research in integrative dermatology. For access to CE/CME courses, become a member at LearnSkin.com. Millicent Russo, LE LEI CLT LSO WFR is a thought leader hailing from Scottsdale Arizona USA and is on a mission to elevate the aesthetics industry through science-backed educational experiences. She is the executive director and founder of the Integrated Aesthetics Institute, specializing in advanced microneedling training. She is the founder and president of the Integrated Aesthetics Association and Scholarship fund. She is the owner of EstheticPro, a professional microneedling, micro channeling, and nano infusion device. She is a board member of Learn Skin and the Integrative Dermatology Symposium Esthetician Track and was named a ‘Top 20 Beauty Entrepreneur of 2022’ and “Top 30 Womenpreneures of Arizona in 2023’. She is an international aesthetics trainer, writes aesthetic curricula, and consults medical professionals. Please join her in elevating our professional standard, visit integratedaestheitcs.net. To learn more about Serums and Ingredients, attend Millicent's lecture at the 2023 Integrative Esthetician Track.
Episode 138: Integrative Estheticians in Practice
Looking for reasons to partner with an esthetician? We’ve got plenty. This week we’re joined by IECP Director, Aliesh Pierce, LE, as she walks us through how integrative estheticians can offer unique and valuable perspectives when paired with dermatologists. To learn more about the IECP, visit: https://get.learnskin.com/iecp Aliesh Pierce, LE is the founder of AskAliesh Skin Care, a line of Clinical-Ayurvedic Skincare and a set of online courses for estheticians. She is also the author of Milady’s Aesthetics Series: Treating Diverse Pigmentation, a textbook educating estheticians about multi-ethnic protocols. She began her career in the beauty industry as a makeup artist in Milan. Moving back to the states, she attracted celebrity clients like Queen Latifah, India.Arie, Ming Na Wen, and the Obama family. However, when she wanted to get to the core of her client’s concerns, she turned to skin care and has been a licensed esthetician for almost 20 years. Her aesthetics career includes holding positions as the Director of Education for DMK Skin Revision and Veria Ayurvedic Skincare, the Marketing Manager for R&E Cosmetics Labs, and the Product Training Specialist for Vitality Institute. She also had a hand in formulating products for Daily Concepts and the new Viola Rouge cosmetics line. Aliesh has been the keynote speaker at conferences all over the United States and for companies like the DermStore corporation in California, Jafra Cosmetics in Europe, and an international investment group in China. She currently divides her time working as an independent consultant for emerging brands and offering transformative skincare services at her skin treatment studio in the Bala Cynwyd section of Philadelphia. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence based research in integrative dermatology. For access to CE/CME courses, become a member at LearnSkin.com.
Episode 128: Uplifting the Esthetics Community
Want to think a bit more esthetically? We do too. This week, we’re joined by Millicent Russo as she discusses the importance of curiosity and collaboration for estheticians and dermatologists alike. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence based research in integrative dermatology. To hear more from Millicent on microneedling, join us at the IDS 2022 Integrative Esthetician Track. Millicent Russo, LE LEI CLT LSO is on a mission to elevate the aesthetics industry. She is the director of the Integrated Aesthetics Institute and President of the Integrated Aesthetics Association, both founded to provide high quality aesthetic education and business building opportunities. She is known for her well researched, through and detail oriented presentations. Millicent provides boutique style - world class educational experiences in an engaging atmosphere. Her alumni are some of the most successful in the industry. Voted Phoenix Magazine’s “Top 20 Beauty Professionals of 2022” Notable Female speaker at the Men’s Aesthetic Conference and Associates 2022 Presenting at the IECSC convention in Las Vegas
Episode 122: The Role of the Esthetician in Dermatology
You know esthetics, but do you know estheticians? This week, IET 2022 Director Richard Merrill joins the podcast to talk about how pairing with an esthetician can strengthen your practice, increase treatment efficacy, and improve patient experience in a lot more ways than one. Each Thursday, join Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar, board certified dermatologists, as they share the latest evidence based research in integrative dermatology. To learn more from estheticians like Richard, join us at the 2022 Integrative Dermatology Symposium. Richard Merrill is a results-driven Spa Business Consultant who specializes in mentoring and guiding spa businesses across the U.S on branding, marketing, sales, strategic planning and management systems. With over 15 years of experience working in the spa and beauty industry, Richard understands firsthand the nuances of building and operating a successful spa business, and focuses intensely on guiding spa professionals to accelerate success and grow their vision. Richard is a licensed esthetician, make-up artist, published author, educator and certified holistic health coach. In 2019, he founded Richard Merrill Consulting, LLC which provides business consulting, marketing services, digital media and printing solutions as a practical one-stop resource helping spa professionals build more profitable businesses. Richard lives in Washington State with his Maltipoo Coconut. They can be found traveling the US in their RV visiting a city near you!
