Podcast

Estie Insider Podcast

Arts, Fashion & Beauty

Welcome to the Estie Insider Podcast! 3 esties, 3 timezones, 1 podcast.

Episodes
33
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
37 min
On air since
2025
Latest episode
5 days ago

Episodes

33 episodes, newest first

  1. Worth the Splurge, or Save Your Money?

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    Which beauty treatments are worth the splurge, and which ones would we skip? In this episode, were sharing where we'd spend our own money, what we'd pass on, and our honest opinions as beauty industry professionals!

    29 min
  2. Do You Have to Own a Business to Be a Successful Esthetician?

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    There's a lot of pressure in this industry to go solo or open your own spa. But what if you actually like being an employee?

    In this episode, we're breaking down success as an employee vs. a business owner, and why entrepreneurship isn't the only path to a successful career in esthetics.

    31 min
  3. Are All Estheticians Becoming the Same?

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    Remember when estheticians all had their own lane? Holistic, clinical, science-focused... there was room for everyone. So why does it feel like we're all becoming the same?

    In this episode, we're talking about the changing identity of the esthetics industry, whether there's still room for different approaches, and how much an esthetician should actually be expected to know. Do we need to understand every single ingredient in every product? Where's the line between being educated and being expected to know absolutely everything?

    37 min
  4. Would You Rather

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    In today’s episode, we’re playing Would You Rather: Estie/Business Owner Edition

    Somehow, a simple game of Would You Rather turned into an unsolicited discussion about taxes, business ownership, and approximately 47 other things nobody asked us about.

    Did we stay on topic? Absolutely not. Did we have a good time? Absolutely.

    Come for the Would You Rather, stay for the unplanned business therapy session.

    24 min
  5. Things Happening in the Industry

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    There’s always SOMETHING happening in the beauty industry… and you already know we have thoughts.

    In today’s episode, we’re chatting about what’s going on in the industry, sharing our perspectives as estheticians and business owners, and probably going off on a few tangents along the way.

    A little industry talk, a little business talk, and a whole lot of opinions nobody asked for.

    Tune in to hear what we have to say!

    42 min
  6. Our Current Favorite Products

    Season 2, Episode 4

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    Chelsea, Jaclyn, and Rebekah all share their current favorite products used in their treatments rooms and personal routines. Keep listening to hear Jaclyn's new favorite brand of sunscreen!

    33 min
  7. ChatGPT, Fix My Skin: Will AI Replace Estheticians?

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    ChatGPT can build you a skincare routine, analyze your acne, and tell you what that weird bump might be… so are we all about to be unemployed? This week we’re talking AI in the beauty industry, what it can actually do, what it definitely can’t, and whether the robots are coming for our treatment rooms.

    22 min
  8. We're Back! Summer re-cap and Season 2!

    Season 2, Episode 1

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    We took some time off during the summer and oh how we missed our podcast! We're back with Season 2, starting off with a summer re-cap of our personal and business adventures. We're so excited to have you!

    49 min
  9. Listener Q&A

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    This one feels like sitting in on our group chat. We answer listener questions, swap crazy client stories, talk business hardships, and share the people in the industry who continue to inspire us.

    50 min
  10. Business Marketing Strategies

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    In this episode, we break down the marketing strategies we’ve tested in our businesses, including what brought results, what didn’t, and the lessons we learned along the way.

    36 min
  11. How We Structure our Acne Bootcamp Programs

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    Today we’re giving you a behind-the-scenes look at how we structure our acne bootcamp programs. We chat about consultations, pricing, length of treatments, frequency, memberships etc. If you are building your acne bootcamp program, this episode is for you!

    46 min
  12. The Pore-Clogging Ingredient Debate

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    Today we’re diving into one of the most controversial topics in skincare: pore-clogging ingredients. Are comedogenic ingredients actually a thing? Can one ingredient automatically cause acne? And why do two people use the exact same product with completely different results?

    30 min
  13. Things Clients Always Ask (And What We Actually Mean When We Answer)

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    We’re answering all the skincare questions we hear on repeat in the treatment room. Whether you’re acne-prone, confused about your routine, or just curious what’s normal, we've heard it all!

    21 min
  14. Just Shooting the Sh*t Pt. 3

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    Back at it again with another yap session! In today's episode we chat about the future of trade shows, liquid microneedling, potential business moves, and more!

    36 min
  15. Strategic Retail Selling & Clearing Acne Virtually: Macee’s Method

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    We talk with Macee Zacchigna from @ritual_esthetics_ , Texas-based esthetician and acne expert, who’s not just clearing skin but she’s building a seriously profitable business doing it.

    We get into how she’s crushing retail sales through social media without feeling salesy, her no-BS approach to actually clearing acne clients, and how she’s scaled a thriving virtual clientele that keeps her booked and busy.

    39 min
  16. Celebrity Skincare: Can Influencers Replace Experts?

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    Alix Earle’s new skincare line has the internet buzzing, and the esthetician community has opinions! We break down our thoughts: Are these products actually worth the hype? Should you give them a try?

    36 min
  17. Just Shooting the Sh*t Part 2

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    A casual, free-flowing episode where we discuss our own skincare questions, favorite brands, insights into the industry, and all the random sh*t between.

    36 min
  18. Setting Boundaries in Business

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    Every business needs boundaries — for the owner and for the clients. In this episode, we talk about why clear policies and expectations protect your time, your energy, and your business, while also creating a better experience for the people you serve.

    44 min
  19. Imposter Syndrome In The Aesthetics Industry

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    Why is imposter syndrome so prevalent in the aesthetics industry and how to we overcome it?

    47 min
  20. Just Shooting The Sh*t

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    An unfiltered slightly unhinged episode about lots of random stuff in the industry.

    38 min