17+ Unfiltered Skin Truths with Esthetician Joanna Czech

Joanna Czech believes that three minutes of sun exposure a day is good for your skin - say what?! The celebrity facialist with more than four decades of experience (her client roster includes everyone from Anna Wintour, Kim Kardashian and Hailey Bieber) also thinks you should incorporate vitamin A “training” before any skin treatments and/or plastic surgery. Plus, are exosomes just a trend?&nbsp;This week we’re welcoming Joanna back to the show and getting totally unfiltered about everything skin-related, so buckle up — you’re in for a thought-provoking ride!&nbsp;You’ll discover:How to transition your routine for summer — why Joanna doesn’t believe in switching creams based on the weather, but rather on your skin’s specific needsHow to practice intermittent sun exposure the right way — and yes, she does believe it’s good for youThe No. 1 treatment to get rid of hyperpigmentation, according to the proMicroneedling for rosacea? It’s a yes, says JoannaWhy “vitamin A training” is a must before any professional skin treatment or surgery, in her experienceExosomes in skincare? Not for this estheticianWhy your daytime skin routine really begins at nightVitamin A 101: why she is saying ‘no’ to prescription retinoids, and yes to over-the-counter derivatives for better resultsThe importance of resetting your skin pH before the rest of your skincare stepsHer surprising expert hack for using clay masks!The one supplement she uses every day that truly makes a differencePssst - If you want to learn more about Joanna’s spas, you can find more info on her New York atelier here, her Dallas spa here, and her Beverly Hills outpost here.Disclaimer: Please note the discussion in today’s podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/&nbsp;&nbsp;Related episodes like this:&nbsp;Fashion’s Favourite Facialist, Joanna CzechEverything to Know About The French Pharmacy Inspired Vitamin A Skin Ointment by Cassatt Beauty7 Ways to Future-Proof Your Skin According to Celebrity Esthetician Crystal Koro Plus! We Try Liquid MicroneedlingPROMO CODES:&nbsp; When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! &nbsp;Jones Road BeautyIf you want makeup that brings out your natural glow instead of hiding it, Jones Road is the way to go. For a limited time, our listeners are getting a free gift on their first purchase when they use code BEAUTY at checkout. Just head to jonesroadbeauty.com and use code BEAUTY at checkout. After you purchase, they will ask you where you heard about them. Please support our show and tell them our show sent you!Vivier&nbsp;&nbsp;Vivier is a Canadian, pharmaceutical-grade skincare brand known for its science-backed, clinically proven formulations—designed to deliver real, visible results. Visit <a href="h