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Welcome to Beauty Babble , your go-to podcast for all things aesthetics and spa! Hosted by industry experts, we're here to spill the tea on all the latest trends, game-changing techniques, resources for continued education and must-have products. And let's not forget the best part—exclusive interviews! Hear firsthand from industry pros and entrepreneurs as they share their experiences, tips, and strategies for success. Their wisdom and insights will inspire and motivate you on your own journey. So, whether you're looking for insider secrets, juicy spa treatment insights, or just some good old-fashioned beauty banter, you're in the right place! Have an idea for what we should talk about next? Tell us your thoughts here: https://forms.gle/fZ5ocyGdTxoPVJBz5 Don't forget to subscribe to Beauty Babble! If you like what you hear, rate our show. Your feedback keeps us going and helps us get better at what we do. Hosted by Suzanne Dias, Director of Education and Training at Beauty Cult, and Darine Moukhaiber-Krysko, Communications Strategist. Beauty Babble podcast is brought by Beauty Cult Canada . Please note that while we aim to entertain and educate, the content shared on Beauty Babble is not a substitute for professional advice, so always consult with a qualified expert before trying anything new.

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June 15, 202630 min

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 long-term client trust.In this episode of Beauty Babble, Suzanne dives into the gap many beauty professionals experience between classroom education and real-world clinic practice. This is an honest industry conversation about the skills that often develop after graduation, through experience, continued education, mentorship, and time in the treatment room.We discuss: ✨ Why confidence often drops after graduation ✨ The consultation skills many estheticians struggle with early on ✨ Protocols vs clinical thinking ✨ Why two acne clients should never automatically receive the same treatment ✨ What clinics are actually looking for when hiring ✨ The pressure of “advanced” esthetics and social media comparison ✨ Why mastering foundations matters more than chasing trends ✨ The importance of continued education and mentorshipWhether you’re a student, newly licensed esthetician, or experienced skincare professional, this episode is designed to help you think deeper about what it really means to become clinic-ready in today’s aesthetics industry.🎧 Listen, learn, and grow with us on Beauty Babble.If this episode resonated with you, make sure to: 👍 Like this video 💬 Comment your thoughts or experiences below 🔔 Subscribe for more industry conversations, education, and real talk in esthetics Follow Us:· Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautycultcanada/· Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeautyCultCanada· LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beauty-cult-canada

June 1, 202612 min

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 this episode of Beauty Babble, Suzanne breaks down high frequency from a clinical decision-making perspective, shifting the focus away from routine use and toward understanding when, why, and how it should actually be applied. Rather than treating it as a “step in a facial,” this conversation explores high frequency as a tool that requires intention, observation, and skin-specific thinking.You’ll learn:• Why high frequency became a default step in many facial protocols • The difference between direct and indirect application • How skin condition should guide your decision-making • When high frequency adds value — and when it doesn’t • Common misuse patterns in treatment rooms today • How to move from routine-based practice to intentional treatment planningThis episode is designed to support professional estheticians in building confidence with modalities through better understanding, not repetition of steps.✨ Suzanne is a CIDESCO-certified esthetician, former spa owner, and educator with over 30 years of experience in the professional beauty industry. She specializes in advanced esthetics education, treatment strategy, and professional development for beauty professionals across Canada. 📌 If you enjoyed this episode, let me know in the comments, your feedback helps shape future education topics.👍 If you found value in this conversation, a like helps support this content and shows that you want more clinical, real-world education like this.📤 Share this with a fellow professional if you think it will support their practice.Follow Us:· Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautycultcanada/· Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeautyCultCanada· LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beauty-cult-canada

May 15, 20265 min

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 conversation about the emotional side of working in the treatment room, the invisible energy, emotional labour, and client connection that builds up over time in this profession.With May being Mental Health Awareness Month, this episode focuses on awareness rather than burnout, exploring what it really means to stay present, professional, and supported in a client-facing career. This episode is not intended as mental health advice... it is a professional reflection on awareness, sustainability, and presence in the treatment room.✨ Suzanne is a CIDESCO-certified esthetician with over 30 years of experience, former spa owner, and educator/mentor to beauty professionals. She specializes in advanced esthetics education, treatment strategy, and professional development within the beauty industry. Connect with Suzanne: educator@beautycult.ca 📌 If this episode resonates with you, you are encouraged to visit the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) for mental health awareness resources and support: https://cmha.ca ✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations that educate, inspire, and elevate the beauty industry.Follow Us:· Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautycultcanada/· Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeautyCultCanada· LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beauty-cult-canada

May 1, 202627 min

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 esthetics.Marilyn shares her inspiring journey and her mission to educate, inspire, and bring awareness to oncology esthetics as a trauma-informed, human-centered practice that blends science, skill, and compassion. We explore how beauty professionals can better support clients navigating cancer treatment with safety, dignity, and care.This episode is an important conversation for estheticians, spa professionals, educators, and anyone passionate about elevating client care and expanding their understanding of oncology esthetics.🔗 Learn more about Marilyn Sepe: OncoOne Aesthetic School: https://oncoesthetics.ca/✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations that educate, inspire, and elevate the beauty industry.✨ Connect with Suzanne: educator@beautycult.caFollow Us:· Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautycultcanada/· Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeautyCultCanada· LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beauty-cult-canada#BeautyBabble #OncologyEsthetics #MarilynSepe #EstheticsEducation #BeautyIndustry #CancerCare #TraumaInformedCare #Wellness #TorontoCanada

April 15, 202625 min

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 hours, to building a client base without social media, understanding non-compete clauses, and learning how to actually study ingredients in a meaningful way—this episode is all about clarity in decision-making and modern esthetics practice.These are the questions that shape your career, not just your treatment room skills.✨ Topics covered: • When to open more hours in your business • Building clients without social media • Non-compete clauses: what to consider before signing • How to study ingredients in a practical, effective wayIf you’re an esthetician or beauty professional looking to build a stronger, more sustainable career, this episode is for you.✨ Connect with Suzanne: educator@beautycult.ca Follow Us:· Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautycultcanada/· Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeautyCultCanada· LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beauty-cult-canada

April 1, 202617 min

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 why modern esthetics requires a more strategic approach to chemical peels. We explore why estheticians are either avoiding peels for months or overusing them in ways that can compromise the skin barrier—and how to shift into safer, more effective treatment planning.You’ll also learn where the idea of “peel season” came from, how skin physiology truly changes throughout the year, and how estheticians around the world safely perform chemical peels year-round.Whether you’re a licensed esthetician or skincare professional, this episode will help you rethink outdated rules and elevate your results through smarter, skin-focused decisions.Free Watch & Learn: April 15 Register HERE✨ Connect with Suzanne: educator@beautycult.caFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautycultcanada/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeautyCultCanadaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beauty-cult-canada

March 16, 202640 min

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 Shelby Hopkins, a CIDESCO-certified medical esthetician from Calgary. Shelby shares her personal journey in esthetics, her experience across clinical practice, distribution leadership, and professional advocacy with CIDESCO Section Canada.They discuss:Shelby’s path to CIDESCO and the empathy it cultivatedDifferences between medical spa and traditional estheticsBuilding product knowledge and confidence through distributionProfessional social media strategies for estheticiansPreventing burnout and balancing multiple rolesAdvice for students exploring diverse career pathsFollow Shelby on socials for pro tips and results-driven esthetics content:Instagram: @shelbynoellebeauty✨ Connect with Suzanne: educator@beautycult.caResources / Cross-Promotion LinksFollow Us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautycultcanada/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeautyCultCanadaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beauty-cult-canadaCourses / Masterclasses: https://courses.beautycult.ca/pages/beauty-cult-instituteBlog: A Blog Just for Beauty ProfessionalsBeauty Babble is powered by Beauty Cult Canada: https://beautycult.ca/pages/podcast-b...

March 5, 202621 min

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, explains why barrier health should guide every facial, peel, device session, and skincare protocol.What you’ll learn in this episode:Why barrier health is the foundation of long-term client resultsHow to assess skin readiness before treatmentsCommon mistakes that compromise the barrier (over-exfoliation, aggressive layering, high-frequency devices)How to sequence treatments safely for progressive resultsClient communication strategies to explain your barrier-first approachWhether you’re running a spa, performing facials, or planning advanced treatments, this episode will help you prioritize skin health, reduce sensitivity, and achieve consistent, professional results. ✨ Connect with Suzanne:Email: educator#beautycult.ca Instagram: @beautycultcanada Facebook: Beauty Cult Canada Courses & Masterclasses: Beauty Cult Institute

March 1, 202621 min

Truths vs Trends - What Actually Works in 2026

Trends vs Truths in Esthetics — What Works in 2026Feeling overwhelmed by beauty trends, viral treatments, or new devices? In this episode of Beauty Babble, Suzanne Dias, CIDESCO-trained esthetician and industry educator, helps estheticians, spa professionals, and skincare experts cut through the noise.Learn how to:Spot trend-heavy treatments vs safe, effective protocolsAvoid common mistakes like over-exfoliation, device stacking, and DIY toolsPrioritize barrier health, progressive treatment planning, and client educationCommunicate confidently with clients without chasing every trendWhether you’re running a spa, offering facials, or growing your skincare career, this episode shows how to make smarter, safer, and results-driven choices in 2026.✨ Connect with Suzanne:Email: educator#beautycult.caInstagram: @beautycultcanadaFacebook: Beauty Cult CanadaCourses & Masterclasses: Beauty Cult Institute

February 1, 202626 min

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 treatments, professional decision-making, and skin responses you can’t predict from theory alone.Hosted by Suzanne Dias Hi, I’m Suzanne, a CIDESCO-trained esthetician, educator, and industry mentor. I’ve spent decades helping beauty professionals grow their skills, confidence, and businesses across the full esthetics industry. On Beauty Babble, I share real conversations about esthetics services, professional education, client care, business strategies, and building a sustainable, successful career in the beauty world. ✨ Connect with Suzanne: educator@beautycult.caResources / Cross-Promotion Links Follow Us: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautycultcanada/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeautyCultCanada • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beauty-cult-canada Courses: https://courses.beautycult.ca/pages/beauty-cult-institute Blog: https://beautycult.ca/blogs/beauty-culture-blog Free monthly Watch & Learn: https://beautycult.ca/pages/watch-and-learn?_pos=1&_psq=watch&_ss=e&_v=1.0