09: Hot Korean Skincare Ingredients with Sarah Kinsler

"One of the interesting things about being an esthetician is that we tend to think there's only one right way to do things, but there's like, you know, so many different ways… It's really exciting to learn different techniques and different technologies."  -  Sarah Kinsler   You're listening to an episode jam-packed with exciting information on techniques and technologies in skincare. Our special guest, Sarah Kinsler, discusses the ingredients and practices coming from Eastern countries and being integrated into the US market. Cheers to a beautiful life! [00:01 - 06:36] Stepping Up Your Game - Korean Skincare and Nanosphere Sarah Kinsler on Korean skincare She studied anthropology and fell in love with self-care Bringing Korean skincare to the US Stepping up your skincare game Nanosphere is a miniature hyaluronic acid molecule and travels deep into the dermis It naturally encourages the body to create more hyaluronic acid   [06:37 - 17:37] Microneedling Treatments and Easter Skincare Recommended treatments for micro needling Three to five treatments about three to four weeks apart is recommended  Use a low molecular weight for homecare Varying techniques and technologies to discover What is taught in school is not happening in the current market Spicules, the endoskeleton of a sponge, have minerals and vitamins that are great for treating acne, fine lines, hyperpigmentation, etc. The downtime in between treatments is dependent on what protocol you use   [17:38 - 29:04] Inducing Reactions Without Chemicals Added What to do after treatment with spicules Do not use retinoids or vitamin C on the skin for a few days Do not hydrate the skin too much as it inhibits the healing process Chemical peel without the chemicals Spicules take care of the pigmentation even possibly epidermal melasma For deeper melasma, have your hormones checked Sarah on products and equipment on offer Be wary of $2 sheet masks as they can irritate the skin   [29:05 - 31:04]  Wrapping Up!  Connect with me and Sarah (links below)         Key Quotes   "If you have that deeper, deeper melasma… You need to see a doctor. Have your hormones checked… You're not really helping the underlying issue if you're not seeing a doctor diving into that." -  Sarah Kinsler   "When a client would come in and see me they can be laying on my table for 60 minutes or 90 minutes. And they are drilling me with questions. And if you're not an educated esthetician, we can't answer those questions, man… So if somebody's listening to this podcast, and you're somewhere, you know, not where we're located in the world, and you're looking for an esthetician, it's okay to interview them." - Liz Steffen   Sarah Kinsler is a licensed esthetician, educator, and distributor, specializing in Korean skincare. ​Her interest in Korean skincare began while living in South Korea. In 2019, Sarah opened  Kin Aesthetics, a skincare studio founded on Korean rituals and skincare philosophies. You can check out her spa website at www.kin-rituals.com. Her passion since opening her spa doors has evolved into educating other skin care professionals in Korean-based skincare. In 2020 Sarah cofounded Kin Professional, an esthetic supply company, specializing in bringing Korean innovation to spas around the world.  You can visit her website at www.kinprofessional.com.  Connect with Sarah! Instagram: @kinprofessional Instagram: @kinrituals     SPONSORSHIP This podcast is brought to you by Vanilla Sugar Face & Body. If you want to build self-confidence with innovative solutions and feel comfortable in your own skin visit https://www.vanillasugarfaceandbody.com   Let's get connected!  Instagram: @vanillasugarfaceandbody Facebook: @vanillasugarfaceandbody Email: [email protected]     You can find Liz on Instagram and Visit her website https://www.elizabethsteffen.com    LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who is passionate about Beauty and Health. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, Stitcher, or iTunes.