Episodes

  • Skin, Sales, & Saian with Dasha Saian Marchese
    May 16 2024

    Tune in as host Michelle D'Allaird-Brenner reunites with DERMASCOPE Ambassador and CEO of Saian Natural Clinical Skincare, Dasha Saian Marchese, to dish on the coexistence of motherhood and business ownership, the ins and outs of Dasha's retail sales philosophy, Saian's upcoming educational offerings, and more!

    In this episode, Michelle and Dasha discuss…

    [6:03] the shift that came with mom life, and how that influenced Dasha's perspective towards business and working.
    [11:09] reframing retail sales as a necessary continuation of treatment rather than just selling, and how to ensure the best client retail experiences.
    [25:40] the numerous benefits of buying products through a skin care professional rather than a big box store.
    [30:00] how Saian began drop shipping, its benefits, and the role it still plays in the business.
    [37:03] Saian's educational offerings.

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    Instagram: @saian-skincare
    Facebook: facebook.com/saianskincare

    Additional Links:
    Visit our website.
    Sign up for a class with Saian.
    Apply for the cover contest.
    Learn more about this podcast.
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    Read the May 2024 issue.

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    49 mins
  • Scoop This (May) with Elizabeth, Lauren, & Lonice
    May 9 2024

    Hear all about the latest hot topics in aesthetics with another current events-themed episode! Sit down with DERMASCOPE's in-house aesthetician team, Elizabeth Brasher, Lauren Farmer, and Lonice Stoker, as they dish on a topic that has been buzzing around the industry for months: Is Gen Z aging poorly? And how does the skyrocketing popularity of skin care products and treatments, especially more invasive modalities, contribute?

    SEGMENTS
    [05:19] Topic Discussion
    [24:28] Game

    Follow DERMASCOPE:
    Instagram: @dermascope
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    Pinterest: @dermascope
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    Additional Links:
    Follow Elizabeth Brasher: @theskingal
    Follow Lauren Farmer: @blush_n_beauty_spa_
    Follow Lonice Stoker: @lacedbylonicespa
    Apply for the cover contest.

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    31 mins
  • May Overview (Minisode)
    May 2 2024

    Sit down with DERMASCOPE managing editor, Dorian Reyes, to discuss the education-packed month of May! Hear about the long time coming and historic brand issue, an update on the 2024 cover contest, and one FREE webinar, "Solo Studies: Building a Business" presented by award-winning professional skin care brand, Skin Script. Take advantage of all DERMASCOPE has to offer this month and be sure to get your cover contest application in by July 7, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. CST!

    Follow DERMASCOPE:
    Instagram: @dermascope
    Facebook: facebook.com/dermascope
    Pinterest: @dermascope
    TikTok: @dermascope

    Additional Links:
    Visit our website.
    Apply for the cover contest.
    Learn more about this podcast.
    Subscribe to the magazine.
    Read the May 2024 issue.
    Register for the Skin Script webinar.
    Join AIA to be able to replay the full webinar library.

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    5 mins
  • Esty Besties with Elizabeth, Lauren, & Lonice
    Apr 25 2024

    Grab your esty bestie and join in the discussion with DERMASCOPE's in-house aestheticians, Elizabeth Brasher, Lauren Farmer, and Lonice Stoker! This week, hear them discuss the skin pros that inspire them, the importance of having a strong professional network, and their experiences with community and connection in the industry.

    In this episode, Elizabeth, Lauren, & Lonice dish on...

    [05:18] The importance of community building in the aesthetics industry.
    [12:13] Creating your own network and growing relationships with surrounding skin care professionals.
    [15:27] The aestheticians that inspire them.
    [22:55] The value in leaning on your community and utilizing it as a safe space.

    SEGMENTS
    [05:18] Topic Discussion
    [26:04] Game

    Follow DERMASCOPE:
    Instagram: @dermascope
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    Pinterest: @dermascope
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    Additional Links:
    Follow Elizabeth Brasher: @theskingal
    Follow Lauren Farmer: @blush_n_beauty_spa_
    Follow Lonice Stoker: @lacedbylonicespa
    Apply for the cover contest.

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    33 mins
  • Celebrity Status with Michael Pugliese
    Apr 18 2024

    In this episode, Michelle sits down with 2023 ACA Winner and CEO of Circadia, Michael Pugliese! Tune in as they discuss Michael's three generations deep passion for skin care, his latest travel destinations, and the exciting new ventures Circadia has coming up.

    In this episode, Michelle and Michael discuss...

    [02:44] When and how Michael's passion for skin care developed.
    [08:35] How Michael stays focused and gets Circadia involved in what matters.
    [15:19] Giving back to the professional community.
    [19:30] Where Michael has traveled recently.
    [23:05] What is next for Circadia.

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    Instagram: @pugliese.michael

    Follow Circadia:
    Instagram: @circadia
    Facebook: facebook.com/circadia

    Additional Links:
    Visit our website.
    Apply for the cover contest.
    Learn more about this podcast.
    Subscribe to the magazine.
    Read the April 2024 issue.

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    37 mins
  • Scoop This (April) with Elizabeth, Lauren, & Lonice
    Apr 11 2024

    Brush up on the latest buzz in aesthetics with this current events-themed episode! Join DERMASCOPE's in-house aestheticians, Elizabeth Brasher, Lauren Farmer, and newest addition, Lonice Stoker, as they delve into the topics you're dying to hear about, including the Sofia Richie Grainge x SkinCeuticals and Michael Cera x Cerave collaborations along with the ins and outs of TikTok shop skin care.

    In this episode, Elizabeth, Lauren, & Lonice discuss...

    [06:50] The differences between celebrity skin care lines and celebrity partnerships.
    [16:28] The marketing behind the Michael Cera x Cerave campaign.
    [21:36] The effects of TikTok shop skin care on both the consumer and the skin care professional.

    SEGMENTS
    [06:30] Topic Discussion
    [25:44] Game

    Follow DERMASCOPE:
    Instagram: @dermascope
    Facebook: facebook.com/dermascope
    Pinterest: @dermascope
    TikTok: @dermascope

    Additional Links:
    Follow Elizabeth Brasher: @theskingal
    Follow Lauren Farmer: @blush_n_beauty_spa_
    Follow Lonice Stoker: @lacedbylonicespa
    Apply for the cover contest.

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    34 mins
  • Welcome to Season Four! (Minisode)
    Apr 4 2024

    Jump into season four of The Aesthetic Report with the return of our monthly overview minisodes! Hear managing editor, Dorian Reyes, dish on DERMASCOPE's April calendar, including the stand-out articles you will find in this month's hair removal themed issue, the 2024 cover contest, and two FREE webinars, "The Tried & True Acne Preventative: Benzoyl Peroxide" brought to you by Face Reality Skincare and "From Practice to Profit: Who Will Buy My Aesthetics Practice?" presented by Tusk Practice Sales. Don't miss out on April's offerings and be sure to apply to the cover contest by July 7, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. CST!

    Follow DERMASCOPE:
    Instagram: @dermascope
    Facebook: facebook.com/dermascope
    Pinterest: @dermascope
    TikTok: @dermascope

    Additional Links:
    Visit our website.
    Apply for the cover contest.
    Learn more about this podcast.
    Subscribe to the magazine.
    Read the April 2024 issue.
    Register for the Face Reality webinar.
    Register for the Tusk webinar.
    Join AIA to be able to replay the full webinar library.

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    7 mins
  • Opening A Business (Part 2) with Lauren Farmer & Elizabeth Brasher
    Dec 28 2023

    Season 3 of the Aesthetic Report has officially come to a close with this final episode! Lauren and Elizabeth further last month's conversation on opening a business by getting into brand identity. Hear about choosing brand color, font, and aesthetic, keeping your image cohesive, and some tips and tricks from the experiences of DERMASCOPE's in-house aestheticians.

    In this episode, Elizabeth and Lauren discuss...

    [5:04] Considerations for naming your business, including how Lauren's business, Blush 'N Beauty Spa, got its name.
    [14:05] Brand cohesiveness and the root of brand identity.
    [16:52] Outsourcing technical aspects, like e-commerce and website building.
    [18:44] Finding something that works for you and keeping it simple, despite the plethora of options.
    [21:19] Navigating the pressure to give in to trends and outside opinions when building your brand identity.

    SEGMENTS
    [3:50] Topic Discussion
    [28:59] Game

    Follow DERMASCOPE:
    Instagram: @dermascope
    Facebook: facebook.com/dermascope
    TikTok: @dermascope
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    Threads: @dermascope

    Additional Links:
    Follow Lauren Farmer: @blush_n_beauty_spa_
    Follow Elizabeth Brasher: @theskingal

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    34 mins