Nicole Sanchez, Esthetician: Rediscovering Passion, Navigating Career Detours & Building a Skincare Business Rooted in Family, Community, and Self-Care
In this episode of The Everyday Beauty Pro, I sit down with Nicole Sanchez, a bilingual esthetician and owner of All You Skincare Spa in Port Hueneme, California. Nicole shares her candid journey from feeling lost after esthetics school to building a thriving esthetics business serving her local Spanish-speaking community. She opens up about the challenges she’s faced in her esthetics career—from early business setbacks to misaligned work environments, and even unexpected city zoning issues—and how each obstacle became a stepping stone toward her current success. Tune in to hear how Nicole embraced resilience, found her niche, and created a rewarding spa business that reflects her values and unique talents. Nicole’s Website: https://allyouskin.com/ Follow Nicole on IG: @allyouskincare
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Laura Tanner, Esthetician: From a Devastating Layoff to DMK Skincare Educator, How a Career in Esthetics Was Born + More
In this episode of The Everyday Beauty Pro, I sit down with DMK Skincare educator Laura Tanner to discuss her unexpected journey into esthetics. From a career in retail and a devastating layoff to discovering her passion for skincare through a chance encounter with DMK’s founder, Danné Montague-King, Laura shares how she found her true calling. Join me as we dive into her experience transitioning from customer service to education, the power of DMK’s enzyme therapy, and the importance of business knowledge for estheticians. Laura also shares valuable insights on pricing, retail strategies, and how to build a sustainable, successful beauty business. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your career or wondered how to take your beauty business to the next level, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical tips. Tune in and learn how embracing change and seizing opportunities can lead to incredible growth! 🔗 Connect with DMK Skincare educator Laura Tanner on IG: @dmk_laura Interested in becoming an esthetician? Check out this article.
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Laura Larrabee, Esthetician: Pivoting Into Education/Training, Why Continuing Ed Is Vital for Success, Working with 360 Wellness Education & More
In this episode of The Everyday Beauty Pro, I sit down with the incredibly accomplished esthetician and educator, Laura Larrabee. With a background spanning business development, publishing, and esthetics education, Laura shares her fascinating career journey—from obtaining her master’s degree in English Language Literature to becoming a leader in esthetics education and business development at 360 Wellness Education. We discuss: Whether you’re an esthetician looking to deepen your expertise, a beauty pro considering an education-focused career, or just someone fascinated by the ever-evolving world of esthetics, this episode is packed with insights, industry know-how, and inspiring takeaways. Tune in and elevate your beauty career with expert knowledge and behind-the-scenes industry wisdom! Follow Laura on IG: @larrabeelaura Learn more about 360 Wellness Education at www.360wellnesseducation.com Follow 360 Wellness Education on IG: @360wellnesseducation
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Heaven Luna, Luna Beauty & Wellness: Business Ownership, Setting Professional Boundaries, Marketing Strategy & More
In this episode of Everyday Beauty Pro, I sit down with Heaven Luna of Luna Beauty and Wellness in Camarillo, California. Heaven shares her step-by-step journey through the beauty industry, starting with makeup and spray tanning to earning her massage therapy and esthetician licenses. Heaven offers her insights on “niching down,” client retention strategies, and maintaining professional boundaries. Tune in to hear Heaven’s advice on balancing multiple services, successfully using marketing tools like Groupon, and the importance of protecting your body when performing physically demanding treatments. Whether you’re a seasoned beauty pro or just starting out, this episode is packed with wisdom and real-world experience you won’t want to miss! Find Heaven on IG: @heavenleannluna @lunabeautyandwellness Heaven’s Website: https://lunabeautyandwellness.com
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Taylor Wilson, TJW Esthetics: Professional Growth, Educating for Starpil, Becoming an Author & More
In this episode of The Everyday Beauty Pro, I sit down with my friend Taylor Wilson, the Director of Education at Starpil Wax, to explore her incredible journey from hospitality management to becoming a licensed esthetician. We dive into her experiences in the waxing industry and discuss the importance of education and self-care in our field. One of the most inspiring parts of our conversation is hearing about Taylor’s journey to becoming an author. She opens up about writing and publishing her book, The Waxer, a resource designed specifically for estheticians. Taylor explains her goal of making the book both enjoyable and accessible. Her passion for helping others in the beauty industry shines through as we discuss everything from the value of quality over speed in waxing to tips for preparing clients for a smooth waxing experience. Taylor also highlights her various courses available for both seasoned and aspiring waxers, shares strategies for navigating the beauty industry, and emphasizes the importance of planning for success while embracing change and growth. This conversation is packed with insights and inspiration for anyone looking to thrive in the professional beauty industry. View & purchase Taylor’s book, The Waxer, here. Taylor’s website: https://tjwesthetics.com/ Follow her on IG @tjwesthetics View her Starpil University classes here Did you miss episode 1 of The Everyday Beauty Pro? Be sure to listen to it, here.
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Hi and welcome to my talented estheticians, nail techs, cosmos, and beyond! This is the Everyday Beauty Pro podcast, and I’m your host and esthetician, Adriana Perez-Nakamura. Join me as we hear from some of the best and most inspiring people in the industry. From hard-learned lessons to sage advice and career development, you’ll discover the intriguing stories of everyday beauty professionals, like yourself, that you won’t hear anywhere else. Now set your phone to do not disturb, block out some time on your schedule, and prepare to be inspired. Let’s get to it! Hosted by Adriana Perez-Nakamura of Skincare By Adriana www.skincarebyadriana.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/skincare_by_adriana/
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