What makes Dana Ralutz with Ethical Esthetics a good neighbor?

Want healthier skin without the pressure to buy more and exfoliate harder? We sit down with Dana Ralutz, owner of Ethical Esthetics in Moon Township, to unpack a barrier-first approach that calms inflammation, protects the microbiome, and makes facial massage a powerful (and relaxing) tool for tone, circulation, and glow. Dana shares how her COVID-era shift from HR to Esthetics reshaped her philosophy: educate before selling, simplify routines, and match treatment cadence to the skin’s actual needs.

We talk about the myths that keep people stuck- like monthly dermaplaning as a rule- and why stripping oils and cells can backfire. Dana explains how hidden exfoliants in cleansers and toners stack up, how to set realistic timelines for correction versus maintenance, and when to stretch visits to every two or three months once balance returns. If your skin feels tight, red, or chronically “dehydrated yet oily,” her advice on rebuilding the acid mantle, adjusting actives, and prioritizing moisturizers will feel like a reset.

You’ll also hear why facial massage belongs in your toolkit. Think of it as strength training for the face: targeted moves support lymph flow, reduce puffiness, ease jaw and brow tension, and encourage a lifted look over time. Dana’s studio model includes a complimentary 10-minute consultation to align home care with results, and seasonal treatments- like a hot chocolate hydrofacial with a peppermint scalp massage- that deliver both science and comfort. Along the way, we touch on community, small business love, and finding joy in simple, consistent routines that let skin do what it’s built to do.

If you’re ready for skincare that favors trust over tactics and resilience over quick fixes, this conversation will help you pare back, focus on what works, and enjoy the process. Subscribe, share with a friend who’s overexfoliating, and leave a review to tell us the biggest skincare myth you’re letting go of.

To learn more about Ethical Esthetics go to:

https://www.ethicalpittsburgh.com/

Ethical Esthetics

(412) 716-4180