Aesthetically Awkward Podcast

In this episode, Bobbi sits down with Trinity Upton, licensed esthetician and certified laser technician at Luxe Lift, for a spring skincare check-in. They talk about how skin goals and treatment plans often shift as the weather warms up, why SPF becomes even more important this time of year, and how to stay consistent with your skin even when summer routines get busier.

Trinity shares updates on her own skin, including what has bee...

In this quick episode, I’m sharing my honest 24 hour post treatment update after combining SkinPen on the face and neck with CO2 laser on the eyelids. I talk through how the procedure went, what my skin looks and feels like today, and what I’m doing over the next seven days to support healing and protect my results.

I also walk you through the post care products I’m using right now, including skin protectants like ...

Bobbi discusses her frustrations with treating and managing her own melasma and discusses how she addresses it in clinic with patients. Melasma is chronic, reactive, and heavily influenced by hormones, heat, light exposure, and inflammation. She explains the difference between superficial and deeper pigment, who is most at risk, and the internal and external triggers that make melasma worse. This episode also walks through realisti...

Not all microneedling is created equal—and the device, provider training, and protocols behind your treatment matter more than most people realize. In this episode, Bobbi breaks down the real differences in microneedling devices, shares concerns about unsafe practices seen in the industry, and explains why Luxe Lift transitioned from Candela Exceed to SkinPen Elite. This conversation covers FDA indications, manufacturer suppo...

Thinking about laser hair removal but not sure where to start? In this episode, Bobbi is joined by Nurse Kati to break down exactly how to prepare for your first session, what actually impacts your results, and what most people get wrong before they even walk in the door.

They dive into realistic expectations, why consistency matters more than anything, and how proper prep can make or break your outcome. The conversation also introd...

Winter can leave your skin looking dull, dry, and congested. In this episode of the Aesthetically Awkward Podcast, Bobbi sits down with Luxe Lift esthetician Amber to share five practical tips to refresh and reset your skincare routine for spring.

They discuss why skin barrier support should never be seasonal, how exfoliation habits may need to shift with changing weather, and why sunscreen reapplication becomes even more important ...

In this episode of the Aesthetically Awkward Podcast, Bobbi Fischer sits down with Kati Davis, BSN, RN, an aesthetic nurse at Luxe Lift in Danville, Illinois, to discuss her nursing journey, aesthetic medicine, and PRP under eye treatments as an alternative to filler.

Kati shares her experience growing up in Danville, her nontraditional college path, entering nursing school while pregnant, and how motherhood shaped her professional ...

In this episode of the Aesthetically Awkward Podcast, Bobbi Fischer, AGACNP-BC, Founder & CEO of Luxe Lift in Danville, Illinois, explores the cultural significance of the Lunar New Year and the deeper symbolism behind the Chinese zodiac system. While not a zodiac follower, Bobbi shares how a recent deep dive into the Year of the Wood Snake and the upcoming Year of the Fire Horse sparked meaningful reflection about business gro...

In this mini episode of the Aesthetically Awkward Podcast, Bobbi Fischer, AGACNP-BC breaks down thyroid labs in clear, practical terms. If you’ve ever been told your thyroid labs are “normal” but you still feel tired, foggy, cold, anxious, or off, this episode walks through what those numbers actually measure and why TSH alone does not tell the full story.

We cover TSH, Free T4, Free T3, Reverse T3, TPO antibodies,...

In this episode of the Aesthetically Awkward Podcast, Bobbi Fischer, MSN, AGACNP-BC, breaks down CO2 laser resurfacing without the hype. We cover what a CO2 laser actually is, how it works at a cellular level, the difference between fractional and full-field ablation, who is and isn’t a good candidate, real downtime, risks, and alternatives. Bobbi also explains how and why Luxe Lift layers treatments like PicoLaser, microneed...

In this episode of the Aesthetically Awkward Podcast, Bobbi Fischer introduces Amber Zook, the newest licensed esthetician to join the Luxe Lift team. Amber graduated from esthetic school in July 2021 and is a certified Face Reality acne expert and Hydrafacial specialist, with additional training in brow laminations, lash lifts, and Brazilian and bikini waxing. She shares her background, including her degree in psychology, what led...

In this episode of the Aesthetically Awkward Podcast, Bobbi sits down with Trinity Upton, licensed esthetician and certified laser technician at Luxe Lift. Trinity shares her professional journey into aesthetics, from education and licensure to finding her passion in results-driven skin care and advanced treatments. They talk through the services she offers at Luxe Lift, including waxing, Hydrafacial, microneedling, dermaplaning, l...

In this episode of the Aesthetically Awkward Podcast, Bobbi Fischer sits down with Isabelle Snapp, an aesthetic nurse at Luxe Lift in Danville, IL. Isabelle shares her journey into healthcare, starting in nursing at a young age, working through CNA, LPN, and RN roles, and gaining critical care experience at a Level One trauma center. She reflects on how her early exposure to high-acuity nursing shaped her confidence, clinical judgm...

EPISODE DESCRIPTION
In this episode, Bobbi Fischer sits down with Monica Allen, nurse practitioner and founder of Allen Mind Body & Spirit Health, for an honest conversation about money, mindset, and mental health. Monica shares how her clinical background shaped her passion for financial education, why money stress impacts our nervous system more than we realize, and how she created Allen Money Talks to make finances feel a...

The episode continues the discussion on progesterone, addressing real listener questions and exploring the clinical evaluation and management of hormone therapy. It also delves into understanding luteal phase defect, progesterone's effects on the brain, and the safety considerations of estrogen pellet therapy.

Takeaways

• Progesterone's role in hormone therapy
• Understanding hormone therapy and its effects
• Clinical evaluation and mana...

Progesterone plays an important role in how women feel across different stages of life. In this short, patient-focused episode of the Aesthetically Awkward Podcast, Bobbi Fischer, AGACNP-BC, walks through the basics of progesterone in clear, everyday language.

This episode covers how progesterone works in the menstrual cycle, how it changes from adolescence through menopause, common symptoms women notice when levels shift, and how p...

In this quick, patient-focused episode of the Aesthetically Awkward Podcast, Bobbi Fischer, AGACNP-BC, delivers a clear and approachable conversation exploring the basics of estrogen. Designed as a foundational overview, this episode breaks down what estrogen is, where it’s produced, how it changes across the lifespan, and why it affects so much more than just the menstrual cycle.

Bobbi also touches on common symptoms of low a...

When a stomach virus wipes through your house, nothing goes as planned. In this impromptu episode, Bobbi shares a real-life look at caring for sick family members, minimizing spread at home, and getting through a week where everyone’s down. This episode covers what’s likely going around, why symptoms hit so hard, how to support hydration and recovery, and what actually matters when you’re in survival mode. Honest,...

In this episode, Bobbi Fischer explores why depression often intensifies during the fall and winter months, especially for individuals living in the Midwest and other northern regions. She breaks down how decreased daylight disrupts circadian rhythms, alters neurotransmitters, and contributes to fatigue, low motivation, and mood changes. Bobbi also discusses the emotional weight of winter, including grief anniversaries, reduced soc...