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ascp and you: your turn Must-Have Machines If you could use only one treatment machine in your skin care practice, what would it be? Most Popular Answers From Our Facebook Page … Man, that's a toughie. That's like asking which kid you love more! I'd probably choose high frequency. Desiree Belinfanti VIA FACEBOOK High Frequency Definitely oxygen or LED. We've mastered the art of exfoliation at our spa, so our microderm machine barely gets used anymore. Kim Nhung Chang SUGAR LAND, TEXAS Microdermabrasion I'd have to have microdermabrasion. It's one of my most requested treatments, and it practically guarantees rebooking. Stacey Walsh ERWIN, NORTH CAROLINA My "zapper"—high frequency. I love that so much, I want a tattoo of it. Tabatha Potter VIA FACEBOOK The DermaWave system with the four heads. It treats so many different things, from scarring to cellulite. I want it badly! Dawn Cox VIA FACEBOOK HydraFacial. It performs physical and chemical exfoliation combined with antioxidants and red and blue LED light. I love it! Christine Byrne Adams TINTON FALLS, NEW JERSEY I would have to choose the SilhouetTone Kinelift machine, as it has microdermabrasion, LED light therapy (red and blue), and nonsurgical facelift. All are amazing, compliant to my practice, and offer maximum results. Charlotte Lawrence VIA FACEBOOK Microdermabrasion, since it pairs so well with many other treatments—enzymes, resurfacers, etc. Microderms maximize the results of other treatment options. My antiaging, discolored-skin, and post-acne clients absolutely love this modality. Ultrasonic Microcurrent Do hot towel cabbies count? I could not be without it because a hot towel feels so good to the client and makes for easy removal of product. Jessica Robertson FERNDALE, WASHINGTON A really good oxygen crystal/diamond microdermabrasion machine, because it's the most advanced result-oriented treatment I can think of that doesn't require any down time and doesn't use chemicals. With the three functions, there's something for everyone. I can get creative with making the treatments relaxing for the clients— aromatherapy, steam, etc.—but in my view, it's even more important to give them really good results, so they can feel their best and have skin they love. Nina Livii NORTHPORT, NEW YORK Heather Wing BALDWINSVILLE, NEW YORK Answer our next question: When it's time to go shopping for spa supplies, what are your favorite stores, biggest frustrations, or secrets for finding the best value? Email your answer to editor@ascpskincare.com. Answers will appear in the March/April issue and may be edited for length and clarity. 40ASCP Skin Deep January/February 2014