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June 10, 2025

Revolutionary Laser Combinations: The Game-Changing Total Skin Solutions and Hollywood Spectra MDF Handpiece

As an esthetician passionate about staying on the cutting edge of skincare technology, I'm constantly amazed by the innovations in the laser field. Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Dr. James Wang from Metropolis Dermatolog…

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June 4, 2025

The Psychology Behind Beauty: How Social Media Shapes Our Self-Image

In our latest episode of Facially Conscious, we delved into a topic I have been eager to discuss for years: the psychological impact of social media on beauty standards and self-esteem. As an esthetician working in Los Angeles, I witness firsthand h…

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May 27, 2025

The Phenol Peel: The "Once in a Lifetime" Skin Resurfacing Treatment You've Never Heard Of

As a medically trained master esthetician, I've seen countless skincare treatments come and go. Some deliver on their promises, while others fall short. However, there's one procedure that consistently produces jaw-dropping results that I simply had…

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May 20, 2025

Pregnancy Safe Skincare: Navigating the Gray Area with Expert Holly Moore

Pregnancy Safe Skincare: Navigating the Gray Area with Expert Holly Moore In a recent episode of the Facially Conscious Podcast, Pregnancy Safe Skin Care with Holly Moore, hosts Rebecca Gadberry and Trina Reneá welcomed Holly Moore, a public…

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May 14, 2025

Breaking Out: Understanding the Differences Between Teenage and Adult Acne

Breaking Out: Understanding the Differences Between Teenage and Adult Acne Acne affects millions of people worldwide, from teenagers experiencing their first breakouts to adults dealing with persistent skin issues well into their 30s, 40s, and be…

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May 6, 2025

Plant Exosomes: Nature's Microscopic Skincare Revolution

In the ever-evolving skincare world, a tiny but mighty innovation is making waves: plant exosomes. If you caught Rebecca Gadberry and Trina Renea’s recent episode, on the Facially Conscious Podcast: Nature's Nanotech: How Plant Exosomes Are Tr…

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April 22, 2025

The Ocean Within: How Sea Algae Is Revolutionizing Skincare

Have you ever wondered why seaweed and algae appear in many skincare products? They're not just trendy ingredients—they're powerhouses with deep connections to our biology. Dan Fryda, president and founder of Spa Technologies International, el…

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April 8, 2025

Explore the Art and Science of Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty with Top Experts

As an esthetician, I’ve always been fascinated by cosmetic enhancements—especially the evolving science of non-surgical procedures. In the episode of Facially Conscious titled " Bellafill and Other Nose Enhancements: What You Need to Kno…

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March 26, 2025

Skincare Dos and Don'ts: What Matters Most Right Now

Hey there! I’m Trina Renea, your go-to esthetician and co-host of the Facially Conscious podcast. If you’re looking for the latest information in skincare, you will want to listen to our latest Facially Conscious episode, skincare—…

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March 25, 2025

Expert Esthetician Trina Renea Shares Secrets to Great Skincare

Hey there! I’m Trina Renea, your friendly esthetician and co-host of the Facially Conscious podcast. If you’re obsessed with skincare (like me!) or dream of becoming a great esthetician, you’re in the right place. In our podcast ep…

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March 11, 2025

Lighting Up Your Skin: My Experience with the Alma Hybrid Laser with Dr. James Wang

Hey, Glow-getters! Trina Renea here, your friendly esthetician and co-host of the Facially Conscious podcast. In our latest episode, Lighting Up Your Skin: The Alma Hybrid Laser with Dr. James Wang , we welcomed back  Dr. James Wang from Metrop…

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March 5, 2025

Best Secrets to Your Best Skin: Tips from Our Skincare Podcast, Facially Conscious

Hi, everyone! Trina Renea here, your esthetician and skincare guide. I’m thrilled to share the highlights from our latest episode of Facially Conscious, 5 Tips to Make the Most of Your Skincare Routine. In it, I sat down with my fabulous co-ho…

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Feb. 26, 2025

Elissa Goodman on Nutrition’s Role in Rosacea, Acne & Inflammation

Hello, lovely readers! I’m so excited to share another great Rosacea episode from Facially Conscious, Nutrition, Rosacea, Acne & Inflammation with Elissa Goodman where my co-hosts and I had an incredible conversation with holistic nutritio…

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Feb. 12, 2025

Rosacea and Lasers: An Expert Deep Dive with Dr. James Wang

Hey everyone, Trina Renea here, your go-to master esthetician and co-host of the Facially Conscious Podcast. In this special episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. James Wang, a double board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist,…

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Feb. 5, 2025

Exploring Injection Trends with Dr. Rivkin

Hey everyone! It’s Trina Renea, your go-to master esthetician and co-host of the Facially Conscious Podcast. This week, we enjoyed chatting with Dr. Alexander Rivkin, a renowned dermatologist and founder of Rivkin Aesthetic in Los Angeles. Kno…

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Jan. 28, 2025

Flushing & Blushing: Unpacking Rosacea Triggers and Calming Skincare Ingredients

Hey everyone, Trina, your friendly esthetician from the Facially Conscious podcast here! In this episode, Deep Dive: Flushing & Blushing Rosacea Triggers, Plus Skincare Ingredients That Calm Rosacea we dig into a topic many people struggle with:…

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Jan. 14, 2025

Understanding Rosacea: Expert Insights and Tips for Healthy, Balanced Skin

Hey everyone, Trina here from Facially Conscious! Today, I'm thrilled to share some great information from our episode, What can a derm do for rosacea? What can an esthetician do for rosacea, where we discuss the complexities of rosacea—a comm…

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Jan. 8, 2025

Behind the Scenes of Skincare Product Development: A Deep Dive

Hey skincare enthusiasts! It’s Trina Renea, your go-to esthetician, and today, I’m thrilled to take you on a journey into the fascinating world of skincare product development. This episode, DEEP DIVE: What happens in Product Development…

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Dec. 25, 2024

Understanding Rosacea: What It Is, How to Identify It, and Ways to Manage It

Hey, everyone! It’s Trina here, your friendly esthetician from the Facially Conscious Podcast. We want to get into a subject many people deal with, ROSACEA. If you haven’t had a chance to listen to our rosacea series, check out “Wh…

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Dec. 11, 2024

Moisturizer Myths Exposed: Expert Tips for Healthy, Hydrated Skin

In this Facially Conscious episode, we tackled one of the most common yet confusing areas of skincare—moisturizers. I'm Trina Renea, your go-to esthetician, joined by my co-hosts, dermatologist Dr. Vicki Rapaport, skincare scientist Rebecca Ga…

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Dec. 2, 2024

Top Winter Skincare Tips: Hydrate, Protect & Glow All Season Long

Hey everyone! I’m Trina Renea, your master esthetician from Los Angeles, and I’m thrilled to break down this special episode about Winter Beauty Secrets on Facially Conscious. Today, we do a deep dive into our best winter skincare tips, …

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Nov. 26, 2024

Scar Management with Dr. Brandyn Dunn

In this fantastic episode of Facially Conscious, Scar Management with Dr. Brandyn Dunn we welcomed Dr. Brandyn Dunn, a highly skilled facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon from Newport Beach, California. Dr. Dunn specializes in scar management, …

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Nov. 12, 2024

Debunking Skincare Myths: Hyaluronic Acid, Alcohol, Oils & More Explained

Welcome back to the Facially Conscious blog! Today, I'm diving into a recent podcast episode packed with so much valuable information, that I just had to share it here. We discussed five common ingredient misconceptions in skincare, along with one o…

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Nov. 5, 2024

Exploring the Magic of Exosomes in Skincare

Hey everyone! It's Trina, your go-to esthetician and skincare enthusiast.  Today, I’m excited to recap one of our most fascinating podcast episodes featuring Dr. Greg Maguire and Steve McGee from NeoGenesis. If you've been curious about …

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