Ep 413 – Spicules and Sponges: The Liquid Microneedling Craze
Liquid microneedling has quickly become one of the hottest trends in professional skin care, but what exactly happens beneath the surface?
In this episode of ASCP Esty Talk, Maggie and Ella take a deep dive into Spongilla lacustris—the freshwater sponge behind spicules—exploring how these microscopic silica structures interact with the skin, why they're generating so much buzz, and where the science separates from the marketing.
ASCP Esty Talk with hosts Ella Cressman and Maggie Staszcuk
Produced by Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) for licensed estheticians, ASCP Esty Talk is a…
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