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Listen to the ASCP Esty Talk podcast at ascpskincare.com/podcasts 47 FOLLOW THE LEADERS ASCP Skin Deep special advertising section Q. What was the genesis of PCA SKIN? A. PCA SKIN was founded in 1990 by a licensed esthetician who saw an opportunity to help dermatologists and plastic surgeons support patients with professional-grade skin care treatments and at-home products. The brand and product line were developed further by a dermatologist to ensure e ective skin care solutions for every skin type and concern. Today, our treatments and daily care products are found in more than 35 countries, featuring the most scientifi cally advanced formulations for better stability, delivery, and e cacy. Q. PCA SKIN is known for its professional peels. Anything new in the peel world? A. In February 2020, we reformulated and relaunched our popular line of blended TCA and lactic acid peels—Sensi Peel® and Ultra Peel®—and launched an all-new, physician-only MD Peel (CCl3). In October 2020, we launched the Micro Peel At-Home Kit to help bridge the gap between professional treatments in response to COVID-19. Consequently, it's a great kit for introducing professional peels to clients who have yet to try them. Q. Any new product launches we should know about? A. In January 2021, PCA SKIN launched Daily Defense Mist, a unique antioxidant mist that protects skin from daily exposure to environmental stressors (blue light and ozone pollution) while o ering an instant boost in hydration. We're even more excited about our newest addition to our award- winning HA lineup, clinically proven Hyaluronic Acid Overnight Mask. Launched to professionals in March, this leave-on treatment is formulated with two forms of HA and additional natural extracts that produce a calming e ect, so you go to bed rested and wake up hydrated and rejuvenated. Q. What types of training do you o er estheticians? A. Excellence in education is a core pillar at PCA SKIN, and we pride ourselves in being the leader in skin health and professional peel science and education. Our mission is to provide our professional partners and consumers with readily available, best-in-class, science-based content for online and in- person learning. We recently launched the ultimate destination for comprehensive skin health knowledge and education, pcaskinacademy.com. Those who visit can access our online course menu, professional peel knowledge, and skin anatomy and physiology, as well as science and research papers. We also facilitate live, in-o ce education throughout North America. Q. What are the characteristics of an e ective leader? A. Rather than telling you "what" to do, an e ective leader teaches the "why" and the "how." They are able to infl uence others, motivating them to learn, grow, take chances, and be innovative; they lead with integrity, have a strong moral compass; and they always act in an ethical manner. While these are known as personal characteristics, I believe they represent all that PCA SKIN stands for—and you will fi nd these qualities in each of our passionate employees. sponsored by: PCA Skin ® Joanna Zucker, CEO, PCA SKIN "Excellence in education is a core pillar at PCA SKIN, and we pride ourselves in being the leader in skin health and professional peel science and education." —Joanna Zucker, CEO