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ASCP Esty Talk Podcast

Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP), ASCP Esty Talk and The Rogue Pharmacist is specifically created for estheticians. Where no topic is off limits, we share all kinds of great information on this podcast from ingredients and the science of the skin, to business, and beauty diversity.  We hope you come away having learned more about your career, the industry, and maybe even life in general!

Think of our show as a conversation between friends—not too structured, not too formal—sometimes very serious, but always genuine and authentic.

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Ep 344– The Rogue Pharmacist: Insulin and the Skin

08/29/2025

We all know insulin is key for blood sugar regulation—but what about its effect on the skin? In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist, we explore the effects of insulin on the skin and what estheticians should look for.

Ep 343 – Not Your Mama’s Med Spa

08/27/2025

If it feels like med spas are turning into wellness clinics, that’s because they kind of are. It’s not just about Botox and laser anymore; it’s peptides, metabolic health, hormone balancing, and even the little pink pill.

Ep 340 – The Skin Care Recession

08/13/2025

Skin care has been the reigning queen of beauty for years—but that crown may be slipping. Is this just a phase or a sign that consumer behavior is evolving?

Ep 339 – Identity Crisis

08/06/2025

What happens when your business starts to feel like your whole identity? When you are your brand, where’s the line between personal and professional?

Ep 336 – Biohacking and the Backbar

07/23/2025

In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Ella and Maggie break down how wellness trends like adaptogens, red light therapy, collagen supplements, and even intermittent fasting are woven into esthetics practices.

Ep 335 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Seed Oils

07/18/2025

Seed oils are very common in cosmetics but they can go rancid easily and might not be so great for the skin. In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist, we sit down with Ben to discuss the nature of seed oils and whether they are helping or hurting.

Ep 334 – Beauty and the Budget

07/16/2025

Financial literacy doesn’t get enough attention in the beauty industry. In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella get real about budgeting, pricing, and everything in between.

Ep 332 – Rethinking the Hustle

06/25/2025

The beauty industry often romanticizes the hustle mentality—work harder, work longer, always be on the go. But for many, this can have a real impact on personal relationships, mental health, and overall well-being.

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