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In this engaging conversation, Tash Bennett, a seasoned skin therapist from Australia, shares her insights on skincare — particularly focusing on the differences between Australian and American practices. The discussion explores a wide range of topics including training regulations, popular treatments, the importance of consistency in skincare routines, and stress management for better skin health.

Tash emphasizes the importance of using high-quality products and supplements, while providing valuable, science-backed advice for maintaining youthful, resilient skin as we age. The episode concludes with a heartfelt reflection on authenticity, self-love, and the true meaning of beauty — reminding us that aging gracefully begins with balance and inner confidence.

💡 Key Takeaways

• Tash has been a skin therapist for nearly 30 years, inspired by her own acne journey.
• Australian skincare training is more rigorous and regulated compared to the U.S.
• Treatments like dermaplaning are less common in Australia due to differing philosophies.
• Overdoing treatments can damage the skin barrier and hinder long-term results.
• Consistency in skincare routines is key for healthy, glowing skin.
• Stress management plays a critical role in maintaining skin health.
• For mature skin, SPF, antioxidants, and retinol are essential.
• Injectables can have mixed outcomes and aren’t right for everyone.
• High-quality supplements, especially EFAs (essential fatty acids), support skin from within.
• True beauty is about authenticity, confidence, and self-love, evolving beautifully with age.

🌿 About Tash Bennett

Tash Bennett is the founder and lead skin therapist behind Skin & Body Lounge by Natasha in Brisbane, Australia. With nearly three decades of experience, she’s a self-confessed skincare junkie with a passion for skin health, holistic wellness, and helping clients feel confident in their natural beauty.

Tash specializes in skin needling and sculpting lymphatic facial massage, blending clinical expertise with holistic techniques to achieve real, lasting results. Her approach combines science, intuition, and a deep respect for the skin’s natural rhythms — creating a space where education and self-care meet.

🔗 Connect with Tash Bennett

🌐 Website: www.skinandbodylounge.com.au

📸 Instagram: @skinandbodyloungebynatasha

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