11/11/2026
Maggie and Ella are back with another round of “ASCP Favorite Things”, highlighting innovative skin care products, emerging brands, and a few unexpected finds. Cleansing oils, SPF, growth factors, waterless skin care, and advanced treatments, we explore what makes these products stand out and how they might fit into your treatment room or retail offerings. Plus, find out how you could win one of their featured favorites!
Links to ASCP’s Favorite Things:
GlyMed Plus — Illuminating Cleansing Oil
GlyMed Plus — Pure Glow SPF 60 Oil
FACTORFIVE — Eye/Lash Cream
Save Our Skin — Hypochlorous Acid Gel
ALASTIN Skincare — TransFORM Body Treatment
Mr. Lulu — Azelaic Powder Cleanser
Mr. Lulu — Activated Enzyme Scrub
Mr. Lulu — Vitamin C Powder Serum
ASCP Esty Talk with hosts Ella Cressman and Maggie Staszcuk
Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty Talk is a weekly podcast, hosted by licensed estheticians, Ella Cressman, ASCP Skin Deep Magazine contributor, and Maggie Staszcuk, ASCP Program Director. We see your passion, innovation, and hard work and are here to support you by providing a platform for networking, advocacy, camaraderie, and education. We aim to inspire you to ask the right questions, find your motivation, and give you the courage to have the professional skin care career you desire.
About our Sponsors:
Massage Envy is a national franchisor and does not independently own or operate any of the Massage Envy franchised locations nationwide. The Massage Envy franchise network, through its franchise locations, is the leading provider of massage services. Founded in 2002, Massage Envy now has approximately 1,100 franchise locations in 49 states that have together delivered more than 200 million massages and skin care services.
Website: www.massageenvy.com/careers/career-areas/esthetician
Facebook: @MassageEnvyCareers
LinkedIn: @MassageEnvy
Aura House makes the Aura Scent Diffuser, a cold-air diffuser that runs with no heat, water, or flame, and a collection of clean fragrance oils made for real working spaces. The Neutralizer, Aura House’s most popular oil for treatment rooms, is built to cut product and chemical smells rather than mask them. Everything runs on an app schedule, so the diffuser is on for business hours and off at close without anyone touching it, and a single unit covers about 650 square feet, the size of a studio or suite. Formulas are made to the Sephora Clean standard, free of parabens and phthalates and are pet safe.
Website: https://aurahouse.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aurahouse
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aurahousehq
About Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP):
Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) is the nation’s largest association for skin care professionals and your ONLY all-inclusive source for professional liability insurance, education, community, and career support. For estheticians at every stage of the journey, ASCP is your essential partner. Get in touch with us today if you have any questions or would like to join and become an ASCP member.
Connect with ASCP:
Website: www.ascpskincare.com
Email: getconnected@ascpskincare.com
Phone: 800-789-0411
Facebook: facebook.com/ASCPskincare
Instagram: @ascpskincare
About Ella Cressman:
Ella Cressman is a licensed esthetician, certified organic formulator, and business owner with more than 20 years of experience in corrective skin care. Known as an “ingredient junkie” and industry cheerleader, she empowers professionals to think beyond products and develop a deeper understanding of skin function and formulation.
In addition to her practice, Cressman is the founder of the HHP Collective, a practitioner-led community focused on strengthening clinical reasoning and advancing professional growth within the esthetics industry.
Connect with Ella Cressman:
Website: www.hhpcollective.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ella-cressman-62aa46a
About Maggie Staszcuk:
Maggie Staszcuk serves as the Program Director for ASCP and is the cohost of ASCP Esty Talk podcast. With over 18 years’ experience in the esthetics industry, her diverse background includes roles in spa management, spa and med-spa services, and esthetics education. Since becoming a licensed esthetician in 2006, she carries a range of certifications in basic and advanced esthetics. Maggie is dedicated to equipping estheticians with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive in their careers.
Connect with Maggie Staszcuk: