Fashion & Beauty / 15 December, 2025 / Ellie Thompson

Parental Control, Ep 121: Skincare That Actually Works + Should You Pluck, Shave or Laser? Part 2 With Valerie Millington

Welcome to Part 2 with Valerie Millington. In this episode, we dive deeper into safety within the aesthetics industry, what a truly effective at-home skincare routine should look like, and the real science behind hair and hair removal — including the big question: should you pluck, shave or laser?

Ellie has known Val for years and, like so many of her loyal clients, trusts her implicitly. Val is known for her honesty, integrity and her unwavering commitment to natural, healthy skin. Her approach is rooted in education, skin health and treatments that support — not disguise — the skin.

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About Valerie Millington

Val completed two years of full-time study and an additional part-time year to achieve her CIDESCO and Electrolysis Diplomas — the gold standard of skincare qualifications. She went on to gain her USA State Board licence for Electrolysis, became an international Sterex trainer and distributor in South Africa, and owned a successful spa chain before bringing her expertise to clients around the world.

She has trained and examined therapists globally, and now, she’s finishing her long, accomplished career doing what she loves most: working hands-on with clients in her beautiful Cobham practice.

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