# Episode 173: More Than Skin Deep: Beauty, Healing & Community with Monica

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Podcast: [Chicas & Chisme Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chicas-chisme-podcast-6700239)
Published: 2026-06-01T11:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

On this episode the Chicas chat with Monica about her work as an esthetician specializing in acne, the connection between skincare and mental health, her experience with Reiki, and her efforts as a community organizer empowering the Latino community to combat political misinformation and stay informed. IG: @estheticsbymonicasd www.estheticsbymonica.com 916-531-6872 Voting Resources: Find on Chicas and Chisme Linktree in BIO

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