Philadelphia Conferences

This advanced class explores sculptural and intraoral massage techniques designed to release deep facial tension, rebalance muscles, and restore natural lift. Through education and live demonstration, attendees will learn how stress and holding patterns shape the face, proper hand positioning and pressure, and the realities of lymphatic drainage—what it does and doesn’t do. Ideal for estheticians looking to combine anatomy, technique, and intentional touch for visible, lasting results.

Jill Colón is a licensed esthetician and founder of Skincuress, a holistic facial studio in Hoboken specializing in sculptural massage, intraoral work, and lymphatic therapy. Her work blends facial anatomy with nervous system awareness, helping practitioners create treatments that are both structurally effective and deeply grounding.

This keynote reframes menopause as a biochemical shift—not decline—and equips estheticians to confidently support hormonal skin changes. Learn how estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and cortisol affect hydration, collagen, inflammation, and barrier function. The session introduces a strategic, hormone-safe treatment blueprint focused on barrier repair, collagen support, and inflammation control.

Sash Moreaux is a licensed esthetician, cosmetic chemistry expert, and Founder & CEO of Meaux Co. With 19 years of experience, she is a respected educator, award recipient, and sustainability advocate who has built a global community of over 3,000 estheticians dedicated to ethical, effective skincare.

This class invites estheticians to move beyond one-size-fits-all treatments and return to an apothecary-based approach to holistic skincare. Drawing from over 20 years of experience in the treatment room, Justine Kahn, LE, formulator of the first-ever fully plant-based apothecary backbar system, explores how working with raw plant compounds allows for deeper customization, better results, and more regulated skin - without relying on trends or rigid protocols. This approach is for the esthetician who likes to know exactly why and when to apply an ingredient to get a result for their client.

Justine Kahn is a licensed esthetician, herbalist, skincare formulator, and the founder & CEO of Botnia Skincare, a plant-based, apothecary-inspired skincare line rooted in holistic skin health. She has worked in the treatment room for over 20 years, where she first recognized that conventional products often fell short of delivering individualized, effective results for her clients—especially those with sensitive or stressed skin.

This workshop reveals the micro-techniques that transform a standard facial into a luxury ritual. Through live demonstration, Aya explores slow intentional touch, fascia release, energetic grounding, and tempo control to elevate results, client connection, and loyalty. Learn how to design a refined service flow that feels boutique, elevated, and unforgettable.

Aya Abramov is a licensed esthetician and founder of Aya’s Touch, known for her intuitive facial sculpting and intentional approach to skin health. She has trained nearly 400 estheticians worldwide, teaching purposeful, educated touch that blends precision, presence, and heart.

This class explores the skin as a reflection of emotional and nervous system health. Estheticians will learn how stress and unprocessed emotions manifest on the skin—and how to integrate presence, intuitive touch, energy work, breath, and ritual into services for deeper healing and client trust. A holistic approach to supporting skin, body, and spirit as one.

Naima Woodson is a licensed esthetician, educator, and founder of Beachbum Wisdom, a holistic skincare and wellness platform. With over 20 years in holistic healing, she blends modern esthetics with ancient practices to help practitioners create restorative, emotionally intelligent treatments.

Explore the role of the lymphatic system in skin health and overall wellness. This session covers lymph structure, function, and its connection to circulation, along with evidence- based techniques such as dry brushing and manual lymphatic drainage to support flow and vitality.

Cecily Braden is the Founder of Cecily Braden Spa & Wellness and creator of The Lymphatic Brush. With over 30 years of experience, she specializes in lymphatic health, facial rejuvenation, and holistic spa education.

Discover the fundamentals of professional sugaring, from paste consistency and hand mechanics to working with natural hair growth patterns. This session breaks down techniques that reduce discomfort, protect the skin barrier, and create a superior client experience. A live demo provides clear guidance on application, removal, and body positioning for confident treatment-room execution.

Mindy Foster is a Brazilian hair removal specialist and founder of SheSugars, created to reframe hair removal as a self-care ritual. A national sugaring educator, Mindy has trained estheticians across the country and is passionate about client comfort, education, and empowering women through intentional services.

This session teaches estheticians how to move beyond one-time appointments and build brands rooted in community, loyalty, and long-term demand. Learn how intentional branding, experience design, and meaningful touchpoints can transform clients into advocates—without burnout, discounts, or chasing trends.

Maghan Morin is the Founder and CEO of Melanated Beauty Spa, a community-centered spa and skincare brand. A licensed esthetician and first-generation American, she has been featured in Entrepreneur, Essence, Marie Claire, and NBC 6 Miami for her work in branding, wellness, and inclusive beauty.

Acne is not just a surface condition — it reflects how the skin, internal systems, and barrier function are working together. In this session, Katey Kristabelle shares her holistic approach to clearing acne naturally, with a focus on lymphatic function and targeted skincare strategies that support the skin from the inside and out.

Attendees will explore the connection between the lymphatic system and acne development, including how impaired flow can contribute to congestion, cyclical breakouts, and inflammatory acne patterns.

This class highlights the role and benefits of facial massage, lymphatic techniques, and mind-body awareness in acne care, empowering estheticians to more confidently guide clients through their acne journey and achieve clearer, healthier skin results.

Katey Kristabelle is the founder of Mindful Beauty and a holistic esthetician and nutrition coach specializing in acne and integrative facial massage. Her work blends results-driven skincare with lymphatic support and internal skin health to support radiant skin from the inside out. Through her practice and education, Katey emphasizes a thoughtful,holistic approach to skin care that looks beyond the surface.

This workshop reveals the micro-techniques that transform a standard facial into a luxury ritual. Through live demonstration, Aya explores slow intentional touch, fascia release, energetic grounding, and tempo control to elevate results, client connection, and loyalty. Learn how to design a refined service flow that feels boutique, elevated, and unforgettable.

Aya Abramov is a licensed esthetician and founder of Aya’s Touch, known for her intuitive facial sculpting and intentional approach to skin health. She has trained nearly 400 estheticians worldwide, teaching purposeful, educated touch that blends precision, presence, and heart.

This class explores the skin as a reflection of emotional and nervous system health. Estheticians will learn how stress and unprocessed emotions manifest on the skin—and how to integrate presence, intuitive touch, energy work, breath, and ritual into services for deeper healing and client trust. A holistic approach to supporting skin, body, and spirit as one.

Naima Woodson is a licensed esthetician, educator, and founder of Beachbum Wisdom, a holistic skincare and wellness platform. With over 20 years in holistic healing, she blends modern esthetics with ancient practices to help practitioners create restorative, emotionally intelligent treatments.

This class invites estheticians to move beyond one-size-fits-all treatments and return to an apothecary-based approach to holistic skincare. Drawing from over 20 years of experience in the treatment room, Justine Kahn, LE, formulator of the first-ever fully plant-based apothecary backbar system, explores how working with raw plant compounds allows for deeper customization, better results, and more regulated skin - without relying on trends or rigid protocols. This approach is for the esthetician who likes to know exactly why and when to apply an ingredient to get a result for their client.

Justine Kahn is a licensed esthetician, herbalist, skincare formulator, and the founder & CEO of Botnia Skincare, a plant-based, apothecary-inspired skincare line rooted in holistic skin health. She has worked in the treatment room for over 20 years, where she first recognized that conventional products often fell short of delivering individualized, effective results for her clients—especially those with sensitive or stressed skin.

This advanced class explores sculptural and intraoral massage techniques designed to release deep facial tension, rebalance muscles, and restore natural lift. Through education and live demonstration, attendees will learn how stress and holding patterns shape the face, proper hand positioning and pressure, and the realities of lymphatic drainage—what it does and doesn’t do. Ideal for estheticians looking to combine anatomy, technique, and intentional touch for visible, lasting results.

Jill Colón is a licensed esthetician and founder of Skincuress, a holistic facial studio in Hoboken specializing in sculptural massage, intraoral work, and lymphatic therapy. Her work blends facial anatomy with nervous system awareness, helping practitioners create treatments that are both structurally effective and deeply grounding.

This keynote reframes menopause as a biochemical shift—not decline—and equips estheticians to confidently support hormonal skin changes. Learn how estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and cortisol affect hydration, collagen, inflammation, and barrier function. The session introduces a strategic, hormone-safe treatment blueprint focused on barrier repair, collagen support, and inflammation control.

Sash Moreaux is a licensed esthetician, cosmetic chemistry expert, and Founder & CEO of Meaux Co. With 19 years of experience, she is a respected educator, award recipient, and sustainability advocate who has built a global community of over 3,000 estheticians dedicated to ethical, effective skincare.

Explore the role of the lymphatic system in skin health and overall wellness. This session covers lymph structure, function, and its connection to circulation, along with evidence-based techniques such as dry brushing and manual lymphatic drainage to support flow and vitality.

Cecily Braden is the Founder of Cecily Braden Spa & Wellness and creator of The Lymphatic Brush. With over 30 years of experience, she specializes in lymphatic health, facial rejuvenation, and holistic spa education.