Can a Facial be Dangerous? Unveiling Hidden Risks with Elizabeth Gersten

Dr. Kate Dee hosts Elizabeth Gersten, a licensed esthetician for over 29 years.' Elizabeth recounts various unsafe and unhygienic practices in spas, including bribing inspectors, reusing contaminated products, and lack of proper training among staff. The discussion highlights the importance of proper training, licensing, and adherence to sanitation protocols. They also delve into differences in esthetician licensing regulations between states, potential dangers of unlicensed practices, and the pitfalls of cutting corners in spa treatments. Check out the Medspa Mayhem website for more info Purchase Medspa Mayhem on Amazon Takeaways: Aesthetician education is important for the safety of spa treatments Aesthetician licenses allow spa treatments like facials and dermaplaning Aestheticians may complete an advanced training and licensure in only a few states, allowing them to do some laser treatments and microneedling. In most states this is illegal. Even Spa Treatments can be unsanitary and harmful. Make sure your spa and the aestheticians working there are licensed and certified. Chapters 00:00 Shocking Spa Secrets Revealed 00:21 Meet the Expert: Elizabeth Gersten 01:53 Aesthetic Services and Career Journey 04:06 Changes in Aesthetic Education 07:19 The Importance of Proper Training 09:01 Hygiene Horrors in High-End Spas 09:42 Understanding Hydrotherapy and Sanitation 12:37 Regulations and Licensing Issues 21:27 Risks of Inadequate Training and Equipment 23:20 Illegal Hyaluron Pen Treatments 23:58 Risks of Unregulated Microneedling 26:13 Sanitation Failures in Spas 28:35 Importance of Sterile Techniques 31:11 Complications from Facials and Peels 34:05 Dangers of Non-Medical Grade Products 38:54 Lack of Regulation and Inspections 44:12 Final Thoughts and Consumer Advice  Find or Get Your Medspa Certified: https://medspaboard.com/ Grab Your Copy of Medspa Mayhem the Book Today: HERELearn about The MedSpa Board — the national registry that verifies legally compliant, doctor-led med spas.Find a certified provider near you → MedspaBoard.comWant the anti-aging essentials I actually use: Download my FREE  Gift GuideFollower Instagram: instagram.com/drkatedeePlease leave us a review on Apple Podcast: HERE Catch full podcast episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKateDeeGLOW Medspa - Seattle, WA: https://glowspaseattle.com/Disclaimer:  This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before any aesthetic procedure.Med Spa Confidential with Dr. Kate Dee exposes illegal practices, compliance failures, and patient safety risks inside the medical aesthetics industry. Consumers learn how to find licensed injectors, avoid counterfeit products, and make safer treatment decisions. Med spa owners and providers get real accountability, industry standards, and a pa...