Beauty Babble

Why Clients Don’t Come Back: The Hard Truth

They loved the service. They told you how amazing they felt. They said, “I’ll definitely be back.” And then… they never came back. In this episode of Beauty Babble, Suz

Niacinamide: Hype, Hero Ingredient or Actually Worth It?

Niacinamide is everywhere in skincare—but does that mean it belongs in every treatment? In this episode of Beauty Babble, Suzanne takes a professional look at niacinamid

Before You Buy That Machine — Questions Every Esthetician Should Ask

New aesthetic devices are constantly entering the market, promising incredible results, more clients, and increased revenue. But before investing thousands of dollars in

What Are Medical Spas Really Looking For When They Hire?

In this episode of Beauty Babble, Suzanne sits down with Kayla, Education and Support Manager at Canada MedLaser and Director of the CML Academy, for an honest conversati

Why Some Estheticians Grow Fast — And Others Stay Stuck

Two estheticians can graduate from the same school, complete the same certifications, and start their careers at the same time — yet years later, one continues to grow wh

What Schools Don’t Fully Prepare Estheticians For

A lot of estheticians graduate knowing protocols… but not necessarily knowing how to think clinically, handle real consultations, manage client expectations, or build lon

High Frequency: Overused or Understood?

High frequency is found in almost every treatment room… but is it actually being used with intention, or has it become a default step in modern facial treatments? In thi

The Emotional Side of the Treatment Room

Beauty Professionals & Mental Health Awareness What we do as beauty professionals goes far beyond skin. In this episode of Beauty Babble, Suzanne opens a grounded conve

Beauty Meets Cancer Care

In this powerful episode of Beauty Babble, we welcome Marilyn Sepe from the heart of Toronto, Canada, founder of OncoOne Aesthetic School and a leading voice in oncology

Ask Me Anything! Answering real questions from estheticians

In this episode of Beauty Babble, we’re answering real questions from estheticians navigating their careers and businesses in 2026. From knowing when to expand your hour

Chemical Peels All Year Long

Chemical peels are often still treated as a seasonal service in esthetics, but is “peel season” actually outdated? In this episode of Beauty Babble, Suzanne breaks down

Multiple Paths, One Passion: Building a Diverse Esthetics Career

If you’re a beauty professional or student looking for real, results-driven insights, this episode is for you. On this episode of Beauty Babble, Suzanne sits down with S

Barrier-First Treatment Planning — Protecting Skin for Better Results

In esthetics, successful treatments start with the skin barrier. In this episode of Beauty Babble, Suzanne Dias, CIDESCO-trained esthetician and industry educator, explai

Truths vs Trends - What Actually Works in 2026

Trends vs Truths in Esthetics — What Works in 2026 Feeling overwhelmed by beauty trends, viral treatments, or new devices? In this episode of Beauty Babble, Suzanne Dias

Behind the Blade: Dermaplaning Through a Trainer’s Lens

Dermaplaning looks simple, but there’s so much happening behind the blade. In this episode, Suzanne breaks down what live dermaplaning demonstrations reveal about real tr

New Year, New Skin and Business

Kick off 2026 with a fresh start for your skin and your esthetics business! In this episode of Beauty Babble, host Suzanne, a CIDESCO-trained esthetician and industry e

Retail Without the Ick: How Estheticians Recommend Home Care That Works

I hate retailing. You’ve said it, we’ve said it. And, in this episode we reframe “selling” as finishing the service. We cover how to talk through products during the co

Menopause & Skin: How Estheticians Support 40+ Clients

Menopause changes skin: less estrogen means less collagen and elastin, thinner barrier, more dryness, sensitivity, hyperpigmentation, and even acne. In this episode, we

Nutrition & Skin Health for Estheticians

Ever had a client say, “I’m doing everything right… so why is my skin freaking out?” In this episode, we talk about how food, hydration, and lifestyle choices can quietly

Social Media Content Tips for Estheticians (Part 2)

In part two of our chat with Christian and Chrissy from Tuel Berodin, we dive deeper into social media for estheticians and beauty business marketing. Feeling stuck in f