32: Setting Goals for Your Spa Business in 2025
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Get ready to kick off the new year with a fresh perspective! In this episode, we dive into the importance of setting clear, achievable goals for 2025. Whether you're aiming to grow your business, improve your personal life, or simply set a new direction, we’ll share practical tips and strategies to help you stay on track and make this year your best one yet. Tune in for inspiration and actionable advice to set yourself up for success with my guests Maxine Drake, Spa Business Coach and Cat Giaconne Sugar Specialist & Educator. Want to know more about our Skincare products and how they can...
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31: Grant Kantsios Of Happy Tans
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This off-the-cuff episode is a little more about business-building strategies for beauty professionals. Learn simple strategies to enhance your beauty business online by evergreening your website. Grant taught me a few things in this episode, and if you run a business, you’ll want to listen to this. Want to know more about our Skincare products and how they can change your skin? Take my FREE skincare quiz at Want a FREE copy of my book Filter Free & Flawless? Guest Information Grant Kantsios IG @happy.tans [00:00 – 10:36] Beauty Industry...
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30: Microcurrent Treatment Science Revealed
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Microcurrent therapy is a natural treatment that can lift, tighten, and tone the facial muscles and the muscles in the body. In this episode, Elizabeth digs deep into the geeky science of one of her favorite treatments in the spa for natural pro-aging remedies. This non-invasive modality is an alternative to surgery and expensive medical spa procedures. Want to know more about our Skincare products and how they can change your skin? Take my FREE skincare quiz at Want a FREE copy of my book Filter Free & Flawless? Let's dive into the episode!! [00:01 - 11:26] Exploring...
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29: Sunscreen Guide for Acne Prone Skin
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Achieving clear skin while wearing daily sunscreen can be a bit tricky. Learn the tips on how to protect your skin while battling acne. Want to know more about our Skincare products and how they can change your skin? Take my FREE skincare quiz at Want a FREE copy of my book Filter Free & Flawless? Let's dive into the episode!! [00:00 - 05:34] Introduction and Topic Overview Sunscreens for acne-prone skin and their importance. Discusses the role of sunscreen in protecting the skin from UV radiation and premature aging. Recommends using zinc-based...
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28: Collagen, Facial Fillers & Fitness with Patrick Thompson
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Today, I have my friend Patrick Thomson from Never Been Stronger on the show, and we discuss the benefits of collagen on the body and how he lost weight to compete at the prestigious Arnold Classic as a natural powerlifter athlete. Patrick has his supplement line, and we discussed how sourcing collagen from healthy animals is essential for optimal health and performance and its effects on our skin and youthfulness. Want to know more about our Skincare products and how they can change your skin? Take my FREE skincare quiz at Want a FREE copy of my book Filter Free &...
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27: The Zen Experience with Zen Miller
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In this episode, join us as we chat with esthetician and massage therapist Zen Miller about her journey in the beauty and wellness industry. From creating her own brand to typical day services like bio microneedling and traditional Chinese medicine. Want to know more about our skincare products and how they can change your skin? Take my FREE skincare quiz at Grab a copy of my book Filter Free & Flawless for FREE : Let's dive into the episode!! [00:01 – 09:33] From Costumes to Building a Beauty Brand Zen shares about her background in costumes and how it...
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26: My Skin Buddy: Ghada
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In this episode, we have Ghada Abuhakmeh the inventor of My Skin Buddy skincare device. Listen as she talks about daily beauty & wellness rituals, including the importance of fitness & self-care. Ghada also shares about her inspiring background and about electrical therapy advancements. Want to know more about our skincare products and how they change your skin? Take my FREE skincare quize at Want a FREE copy of my book, Filter Free & Flawless? Let's dive into the episode!! [00:01 - 16:30] Innovative Skincare and Lifestyle Habits Ghada is the owner and inventor...
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25: Sugar Vs. Waxing with Angela of Sugar Mamma Studio
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In this episode Liz is joined with Angela Marie. Angela is passionate about all things related to beauty and pursued and obtained her California Esthetician license in 2004. While doing facials at spas in LA, she was given the opportunity to interview at a very well-known waxing spa. For the next several years, waxing became Angela’s love and passion. After three solid years of waxing the rich and famous, she took a vacation to Maui and, like so many of us, fell in love with the island. She relocated 34 days later and began her island life. Angela received her Hawaii Esthetician license in...
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24: Sugaring with Cat Giaconne of Sugar Me Skincare
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In this episode Liz is joined with Cat Giaconne. Cat is Rockford's favorite Coochie Barber®️! The Owner and Esthetician of Sugar Me Skin Care & Hair Removal. She has been an Illinois Licensed Esthetician since 2007 and opened Sugar Me in 2008. Cat attended Hair Professionals Career College in Sycamore, IL and quickly found her passion in hair removal. In 2007, she was certified as an Alexandria Professional Advanced Body Sugar Specialist. In 2013, Cat completed the Medical Esthetics Program at The New Age Spa Institute in Des Plaines, IL. She traveled to Minnesota in September of 2016...
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23: How Different Environments Affect Acne with Sheila Hedlund, The Skin Fairy
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In this episode Liz is joined with Sheila Hedlund, The Skin Fairy®. Sheila is a licensed esthetician and acne specialist who serves the South Bay area, including the cities of Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Palos Verdes, as well as the greater Los Angeles area. Let's dive into the episode!! [00:01 - 04:58] Opening Segment Sheila shares how she transitioned from plastic surgeon to acne specialist Virtual acne coaching programs Struggling with acne at a young age [04:59 - 09:11] Climate and Its Effect on Acne Students get different routine based on where they go to...
info_outline“A quick little tip for you that you can do today is that if you have cystic acne, treat it like a fresh wound or a fresh injury on your body. What would you do for that? You're gonna want to ice it. You want to bring down that inflammation.” - Liz Steffen
Welcome to the Bombshell Beauty Rituals Podcast, I’m your host Liz Steffen. Today, let’s talk about a dreaded part of our lives – acne. By understanding the different types, it is easier for us to know how the right way to treat them. I’ll discuss all of that today. Cheers to a beautiful life!
[00:01 - 12:48] Identifying the Kinds of Acne for Proper Treatment
- Facing acne
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- It is highly recommended to look for a specialist to address severe acne
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- The treatment process varies
- Identifying the types of acne
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- Acne is not just about pimples; there are various kinds
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- Non-inflamed vs. inflamed
- Treat cystic acne like a fresh wound
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- Know “adult” acne or rosacea
- This is commonly found on the nose in the cheek area
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- Folliculitis is caused by bacteria
- Treatments to consider
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- It is common with teenagers and can be treated with antibiotics
- Keratosis pilaris is common for young adults and can be treated with exfoliation
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- Excessive heat exposure contributes
- Rashes from cancer drugs look like acne, but it isn’t
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- Do not use harsh products
- Use topical products to combat steriod acne
[12:49 - 17:19] When to Seek for a Specialist or Opt for Natural Remedies
- Grades of acne
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- There are four grades - mild, moderate, moderate to severe, and severe cystic acne
- Bacteria tends to be a little bit easier to treat over the non inflamed acne
- Going to the clinic for treatment from moderate grade acne is common
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- Natural treament is possible
[17:20 - 18:34] Wrapping Up!
- There is help!
- Connect with me (links below)
Key Quote
“Every person is absolutely different. We're genetically different. Our acne is different.” - Liz Steffen
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