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In this episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, Kati continues her Hot or Not / Trend Thursday series with a real-time review of Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze Gel.

Laminated brows are everywhere, but not every client wants the commitment or inconsistent results that can come with the service. In this episode, Kati breaks down why she stopped offering brow lamination at her spa and why brow gels have become her go-to instead. True to the mission of Beauty Talk Confessions, this episode cuts through the hype with an honest, first-use review from an esthetician who cares about real results, wearability, and client experience.

Kati walks through what Brow Freeze Gel claims to do, her first impressions of the triple-action applicator, how the formula performs on naturally textured brows, and whether it actually delivers that lifted, laminated look without stiffness, flaking, or crunch. She also shares who this product works best for and gives her final Hot or Not rating.

Shop the Product
Anastasia Brow Freeze Gel: https://www.anastasiabeverlyhills.com/products/brow-freeze-gel

The Takeaway
You don’t need every trending service to get great brows. Sometimes the right product delivers better results with less commitment. This episode is a reminder to choose what works for you, not just what’s trending online.

Connect with Kati & Beauty Talk Confessions
Instagram & TikTok: @beautytalkconfessions
Podcast Page: https://www.flagstaff-skincare.com/beautytalkconfessions

PricklyBare: Post Hair Removal Skincare Rooted in Real Esthetician Experience
Launching Summer 2026.
Instagram & TikTok: @pricklybare
Website: pricklybare.com

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In this episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, Kati reflects on her conversation with Cindy Tusa and unpacks what that phrase really means in real life and in the treatment room.

Starting from her own journey into aesthetics through waxing, Kati shares how her understanding of skincare evolved from rigid protocols and product driven systems into something much deeper. This episode explores the shift from treating skin by checklist to truly seeing clients as whole humans and learning how to listen, communicate, and educate with intention.

Through personal stories, experiences training staff, and real client transformations, Kati breaks down why ingredient knowledge, honest consultations, and emotional intelligence matter just as much as technique. This is a conversation about trust, consistency, and why great results come from connection, not pressure or sales tactics.

If you are an esthetician who struggles with selling products, feels disconnected in the treatment room, or wants to build deeper client relationships, this episode will resonate.

In This Episode, Kati Shares

• What “it’s about the skin, but it’s not about the skin” actually means
• Her early experiences with protocol driven skincare systems
• How ingredient knowledge builds confidence and trust
• Training staff to think critically instead of relying on scripts
• Why connection matters more than perfection
• The difference between selling and educating
• How listening changes treatment outcomes
• A powerful client transformation that started with skincare
• Why consistency and patience lead to real results

The Takeaway

Great skincare is not about rushing, convincing, or selling.

It is about listening, educating, and meeting people where they are. When clients feel seen, understood, and supported, results follow naturally. Real transformation happens when we slow down, trust the process, and treat skin as part of a much bigger picture.

Connect with Kati & Beauty Talk Confessions

Instagram & TikTok: @beautytalkconfessions
Podcast Page: https://www.flagstaff-skincare.com/beautytalkconfessions

PricklyBare — Post Wax Skincare Rooted in Real Esthetician Expertise

Launching Spring/Summer 2026.

PricklyBare is a post wax skincare line designed for irritated, sensitive, inflamed, and hormonal skin including ingrowns, razor burn, and post wax inflammation.

Instagram & TikTok: @pricklybare
Website: pricklybare.com

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In this episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, Kati continues Hot or Not Trend Thursdays with a hands-on review of Tarte Go With the Faux Fake Freckles.

Freckles are everywhere right now, and this product has been all over the internet, so Kati puts it to the test in real time. She breaks down the packaging, pigment, application process, and overall wear while sharing honest first impressions from an esthetician’s point of view.

With its unique multi point stamp design, this freckle pen promises a natural, sun kissed look without the precision or effort of traditional freckle pencils. Kati walks through how it applies, how customizable it really is, and whether it actually delivers on that effortless vibe.

If you have ever thought about faux freckles but did not want anything permanent or overdone, this episode helps you decide if this trend is worth trying.

In This Episode, We Cover

• What the Tarte Fake Freckles claim to do

• Shade selection and pricing

• First impressions of the applicator and packaging

• How natural the freckles actually look

• Application tips and learning curve

• Pigment payoff and blendability

• Kati’s final Hot or Not rating

The Takeaway

Some trends are all hype, but others are just fun. This one delivers a soft, natural freckle look without being heavy or fake, making it an easy way to experiment without commitment.

Connect with Kati & Beauty Talk Confessions

Instagram & TikTok: @beautytalkconfessions
Podcast Page: https://www.flagstaff-skincare.com/beautytalkconfessions

PricklyBare — Post Hair Removal Skincare Rooted in Real Esthetician Expertise

Launching Spring 2026.

Instagram & TikTok: @pricklybare
Website: pricklybare.com

If You Loved This Episode

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In this deeply grounding episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, Kati sits down with Cindy Tusa — former NICU nurse and founder of The White Magnolia Advanced Skincare Institute and The Integrative Esthetician.With nearly 20 years in critical-care nursing before transitioning into aesthetics, Cindy brings a perspective rarely taught in this industry — one rooted in emotional intelligence, critical thinking, nervous system awareness, and truly seeing the human behind the skin.This conversation goes far beyond protocols and product knowledge. Together, Kati and Cindy explore wound responses, subconscious programming, fear in new estheticians, and why so many providers feel insecure or overwhelmed — not because they’re incapable, but because they were never taught how to think, regulate, and connect on a deeper level.This episode is validating, expansive, and full of “oh my gosh… YES” moments.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• Cindy’s transition from NICU nursing to owning a skincare institute
• What critical thinking actually looks like in the treatment room
• The parallels between patient care and client care
• Why fear, insecurity, and imposter syndrome are so common in new estheticians
• How checklist-only education fails both providers and clients
• Viewing each client as an individual — not a protocol
• What “It’s about the skin, but it’s not about the skin” really means
• How subconscious wound expressions show up as client behavior (and why it’s rarely personal)
• Creating a treatment room that functions as a sanctuary, not just a service space
• Why hands-on learning (the guinea pig program) is non-negotiable
• How The Integrative Esthetician helps estheticians feel safer, think deeper, and show up more confidently

Connect with CindyThe White Magnolia Advanced Skincare Institute
Instagram: @thewhitemagnolia_asci
Website: https://whitemagnoliaskininstitute.com

The Integrative Esthetician
https://theintegrativeesthetician.thinkific.com/products/courses/twm

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Post-Wax Skincare for Sensitive, Irritated Skin PricklyBare is a post-wax skincare line designed for inflamed, reactive, and sensitive skin — especially those intimate areas we ask a LOT from.Think: calming support, barrier care, and esthetician-built formulas that actually respect your skin.Follow Along:

• Instagram & TikTok: @pricklybare
• Website: pricklybare.com

Join the journey to get launch updates and be first to know when products drop.Love This Episode? If this conversation gave you a new way to think about client care:

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In this episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, Kati kicks off her Hot or Not / Trend Thursday series with a real-time review of the viral Milk Makeup Cooling Water Jelly Tint.

Beauty Talk Confessions was created to cut through the filters, fluff, and unrealistic expectations of the beauty industry and this episode does exactly that. From behind-the-treatment-room conversations to trying trends exactly as clients and professionals experience them, Kati brings honest reactions, esthetician insight, and zero sugarcoating.

In this episode, she breaks down the texture, pigment, application, and wear of the Cooling Water Jelly Tint, sharing what worked, what didn’t, and who this product is actually for. Expect laughs, real talk, and an unfiltered review that helps you decide if this trend is worth the hype.

In This Episode, We Cover

• What the Cooling Water Jelly Tint claims to do
• Texture, pigment, and first impressions
• Application tips and common mistakes
• Cheeks vs lips performance
• Who this product works best for
• Kati’s final Hot or Not rating

The Takeaway

Not every viral product is bad  and not every one is worth it. The goal isn’t perfection or trends for the sake of trends, it’s finding what actually works for you. This episode is a reminder to experiment, have fun, and take beauty a little less seriously.

Connect with Kati & Beauty Talk Confessions

Instagram & TikTok: @beautytalkconfessions
Podcast Page: https://www.flagstaff-skincare.com/beautytalkconfessions

PricklyBare: Post Hair Removal Skincare Rooted in Real Esthetician Experience

Launching Summer 2026.

PricklyBare is a desert-curated post hair removal skincare line with pre and post care products designed to support healthy skin beyond the treatment room.

Instagram & TikTok: @pricklybare
Website: pricklybare.com

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In this episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, Kati shares what opening a beauty business actually looks like beyond what is taught in school or shared on social media.

Drawing from nearly five years of spa ownership, she walks through the emotional and practical realities of starting before you feel ready, learning through mistakes, and navigating the steps required to open a business legally and sustainably. This episode blends personal story with real guidance for anyone considering working for themselves.

In This Episode, Kati Shares

• Why the path to ownership is rarely straightforward

• Lessons from her first attempt at business ownership

• Red flags that pushed her to open her own space

• The emotional moment she decided to go all in

• Foundational steps to legally open a beauty business

• Where to save money and where to invest early

• Why community and support matter

The Takeaway

You do not need everything figured out to start. With clarity, preparation, and support, building your own beauty business is possible and you are allowed to learn along the way.

Resources Mentioned

A step by step guide for opening a beauty business is linked in the show notes, including legal setup, suppliers, and networking resources.

Access the guide here:
https://www.canva.com/design/DAF5_IbTpA0/giJg9wNp4S3L6L6cKnMP_g/view

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Instagram & TikTok: @beautytalkconfessions
Podcast Page: https://www.flagstaff-skincare.com/beautytalkconfessions

PricklyBare — Post-Wax Skincare Rooted in Real Esthetician Expertise

Launching Spring/Summer 2026.

Instagram & TikTok: @pricklybare
Website: pricklybare.com

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In this episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, Kati sits down with Dr. Michelle Gordon for an honest conversation about menopause, hormones, and what women deserve from healthcare as they age.

After stepping away from a decades long surgical career, Dr. Gordon now provides personalized, evidence based menopause care for midlife women who are tired of being dismissed, rushed, or told they are “just aging.” Together, they unpack where hormone fear came from, what the science actually says, and how women can reclaim clarity, confidence, and agency in midlife.

In This Episode, We Cover

• Why hormone therapy was misunderstood and wrongly vilified
• The real impact of menopause on weight, sleep, mood, and brain health
• Overlooked symptoms of perimenopause
• Medical gaslighting in women’s healthcare
• Estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone and whole body health
• Practical tools for navigating midlife with confidence

The Takeaway

Menopause is not something to push through or ignore. With the right information and individualized care, women can feel strong, informed, and supported during this stage of life.

Connect with Dr. Michelle Gordon

Website: drmichellegordon.com
Instagram: @doctormichellegordon
Facebook: @DRMGordon
TikTok: @drmichellegordon

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Podcast Page: https://www.flagstaff-skincare.com/beautytalkconfessions

PricklyBare — Post Wax Skincare Rooted in Real Esthetician Expertise

Launching Spring Summer 2026.

PricklyBare is a post wax skincare line designed for irritated, sensitive, inflamed, and hormonal skin including ingrowns, razor burn, and post wax inflammation. Created for women who want comfort, clarity, and confidence after waxing.

Instagram & TikTok: @pricklybare
Website: pricklybare.com

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In this episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, Kati takes listeners back to the beginning of her beauty career and shares the messy, funny, and formative moments that shaped her foundation in the industry.

From cosmetology school to esthetics school, eyebrow mishaps to two hour Brazilians, this episode is an honest look at what it really means to start from zero, make mistakes publicly, and learn through experience. Kati reflects on how confidence is built over time, why mess ups are unavoidable, and how supportive mentors, clients, and education can turn failure into mastery.

This episode is for anyone in beauty school, early in their career, or questioning whether they are “good enough” to keep going.

In This Episode, Kati Shares

• Why everyone’s foundation in the beauty industry is imperfect
• Her unconventional path into cosmetology and esthetics school
• Dropping out, coming back, and finally committing to the process
• What beauty school really teaches you and what it does not
• Early mistakes that shaped her confidence and skill set
• The role of mentors and constructive feedback
• Why repetition builds confidence, not perfection
• How slowing down leads to better results
• Why mess ups are part of mastery, not failure

The Takeaway

You have to start somewhere.

Mistakes are not proof that you are bad at this. They are proof that you are learning. Mastery comes from showing up, practicing, asking questions, and choosing to keep going even when it feels uncomfortable.

If you care deeply, stay curious, and commit to learning from your experiences, you can build a career that feels aligned, fulfilling, and sustainable.

Connect with Kati & Beauty Talk Confessions

Follow Beauty Talk Confessions for episode updates, behind the scenes content, and real conversations from inside the beauty industry.

Instagram & TikTok: @beautytalkconfessions
Podcast Page: https://www.flagstaff-skincare.com/beautytalkconfessions

PricklyBare — Post Wax Skincare Rooted in Real Esthetician Expertise

Launching Spring Summer 2026.

PricklyBare is a post wax skincare line designed for irritated, sensitive, inflamed, and hormonal skin including ingrowns, razor burn, and post wax inflammation. Created for women who want comfort, clarity, and confidence after waxing.

Instagram & TikTok: @pricklybare
Website: pricklybare.com

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In this deeply honest episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, Kati sits down with Charlie Carter, owner of Aura Spa and creator of The CEO Goddess Code, for a powerful conversation about success, burnout, alignment, and rebuilding your identity as a business owner.

Charlie’s journey is raw, spiritual, and deeply relatable. Before Aura Spa existed, she ran a metaphysical wellness center, hosted tarot classes, built a yoga studio during COVID, managed multiple businesses at once, burned out, walked away from nursing, sold everything, and rebuilt her life and business from the ground up.

Together, Kati and Charlie explore the emotional and energetic weight of entrepreneurship, especially for women who achieve outward success while feeling disconnected inside. This episode dives into success trauma, impostor syndrome, hiring challenges, leadership fatigue, and the pressure to constantly expand or chase trends in the med spa industry.

They also discuss intuitive decision making, energetic alignment, and what it looks like to build a business rooted in self trust, safety, and sustainability rather than hustle or external validation.

If you have ever questioned your path, felt overwhelmed by success, or wondered whether alignment matters more than growth, this conversation offers clarity, permission, and reassurance that you are not alone.

In This Episode, We Cover

• Success trauma and the emotional crash after achieving “everything”

• Burnout, identity loss, and choosing health over validation

• Running multiple businesses and knowing when to let go

• Alignment versus expansion in entrepreneurship

• Hiring challenges, leadership fatigue, and impostor syndrome

• Intuition, energy work, and decision making in business

• Hot or Not takes on popular beauty and med spa trends

Connect with Charlie

Website: charlierose.life
Upcoming Workshop: ceogoddesscode.charlierose.life
Facebook: Charlie Rose The CEO Goddess Code

Connect with Kati & Beauty Talk Confessions

Instagram & TikTok: @beautytalkconfessions
Podcast Page: https://www.flagstaff-skincare.com/beautytalkconfessions

PricklyBare — Post Wax Skincare Rooted in Real Esthetician Expertise

Launching Spring Summer 2026.

PricklyBare is a post wax skincare line designed for irritated, sensitive, inflamed, and hormonal skin including ingrowns, razor burn, and post wax inflammation. Created for women who want comfort, clarity, and confidence after waxing.

Instagram & TikTok: @pricklybare
Website: pricklybare.com

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