In this episode we’re breaking down what it truly means to connect with diverse clientele in a meaningful way with special guest Noelle Schwartzkopf, owner of You Matter Beauty in Northeast Portland. She shares practical, actionable advice for estheticians, especially those just starting out, on how to build a brand that genuinely reflects and celebrates the beauty of every client. She talks about the most valuable tools in the treatment room, showing appreciation to clients and other service providers, and how she grew and scaled her business.

When inclusivity and holistic esthetics collide, the result is a profound shift in how beauty is approached and practiced. Erika Cooper Deaton, a licensed esthetician, business owner and instructor at Euro Institute of Skin Care gives listeners an inside look on how holistic curriculum and education is not a one-size-fits all approach. Through education and different modalities students learn a diversified approach with everybody in mind.

Three experienced estheticians/educators share their insider perspectives on the crucial gaps in current aesthetics education. In this episode they discuss the evolving needs of the industry and what's lacking in today's curricula. From social media mastery to ethical considerations, get the inside scoop on the practical skills and knowledge that are missing. Learn actionable strategies to bridge the gap and gain valuable insights.

Join us as we celebrate the legacy of Fearless Beauties and its inspiring future. Returning to our roots, we delve into the history of Fearless Beauties as Mary Nielsen shares how it came about and its evolving direction, highlighting the upcoming fourth edition of the book. Beatirce Van and Aysia Low expand on their exciting efforts to bring Fearless Beauties live to aesthetics schools, sharing their upcoming travels and the impact they hope to have on students. Alyna Velez and the team also discuss what they hope to see amplified within the beauty industry, exploring the need for greater representation and collaboration.

Recognizing the Signs: Discuss the common signs of imposter syndrome, such as self-doubt, fear of failure, and perfectionism. Help listeners identify these signs in themselves.

Self Sabotage: Recognizing signs of self sabotage when you are experiencing success because you may not feel you deserve it. Find support systems to encourage you and hold you accountable.

This week we discuss different leadership styles and how they can be adapted to different situations. We emphasize that leadership isn't one-size-fits-all and explore how authenticity plays a role.

About Sonita Gray

Licensed Aesthetician, DMK Fundamental Skin Therapist, Certified Xtreme Advanced Lash Artist, Certified Microblading Artist, and Master Brow Artist with extensive experience in cosmetics.

Prior to becoming a licensed aesthetician, Sonita worked with popular brands such as Philosophy Beauty, CK One, IT Cosmetics, and Clinique. She's also a contributing writer and ambassador for DERMASCOPE Magazine. At Skin Barrier Academy, Sonia's primary objective is to equip each student with the right mindset to establish and maintain a thriving spa business.

Cultivating Confidence: Highlight the importance of building self-confidence and self-awareness as a way to combat self worth. Share techniques for boosting self-esteem and self-worth.

Charmaine Cooper The Skin Theologian is a passionate, knowledgeable and compassionate International Speaker who is a skin education enthusiast. As an author, educator and a international conference speaker, Cooper has an ability to connect with her audiences of various backgrounds. While going on 27(+) years in the skin industry ,Cooper has learnt that constant growth is at the heart of every achievement. Having trained international Skin Professionals, adult learners and trainers for 24 plus years as an International Instructor and Corporate Trainer, she has developed the ability to draw out the best of people. Her work ethos is committed to transforming lives and charting one’s course for success! With a Global perspective, resonating with industry Professionals in South Africa, Australia, the UK, Amsterdam, Belgium, Canada and the United States, Charmaine continues to relate current Skin Health and Cultural matters to contemporary realities. Empowering others around Melanin-Rich Skin is a core value in Skin Health as it is still the most underrepresented skin in curriculum resources. Charmaine possesses the belief that success starts in the classrooms of life of many kinds. Having served as a National Education Manager and Master Educator for a renowned Global Institute of learning, Cooper has grown to value organizational and individual industry standards, professional and personal brand integrity but most importantly the inherent value in every learner and student. Equity for all clients and Skin Professionals must be part of that equation. IG: @theskintheologian Cooper's achievements include but are not limited to: TV, Print , 3 Book Publications; The acclaimed "No Compromise Black Skin Care Guide" series; Vol.1 & Vol 2 & Vol 3, and 1 co-authored publication, facilitation of regular international webinars, extensive Media rapport, International conference presentations; both Keynote and in-spa workshop sessions.

Highlight the importance of celebrating small wins and milestones in both personal growth and promoting inclusivity. Create a sense of accomplishment and motivation by acknowledging the progress participants make in shifting their mindset and fostering inclusivity.

Cameron Cooper Bio

Skin By Cam strives to provide natural skincare treatments that are effective and tailored specifically to your individual needs. My love for skincare is what lead me to become an esthetician, and I want to share my love for skincare with you!

People of color suffer from unique skin concerns that more often than none lead to hyperpigmentation of the skin and can be very difficult to reverse. Acne, ingrown hairs, razor bumps, sun damage, and so many other factors affect our skin on a daily basis. I want to work with you to build a specific skin care treatment plan designed for you to treat your specific needs. While I do provide facial treatments, it's truly an experience from start to finish. My goal is to educate you about your skin while providing a great service to address your skin concerns and help you reach your skin goals.