Happy Birthday, Jess! 🎉

Today's episode is a little different, but it's still class as usual.

Instead of breaking down an ingredient or treatment, we're celebrating my incredible co-host, Jessica Pearson, by exploring 10 lessons every esthetician can learn from her journey.

From reinventing yourself and trusting your instincts to leading with compassion, building community, and never stopping your education, this episode is a reminder that sometimes our greatest lessons come from the people around us.

Whether you're an esthetician, beauty professional, student, or entrepreneur, these are principles that will help you grow both in your career and in your character.

✨ In This Episode:

• Why it's never too late to reinvent yourself
• How to build confidence by trusting your preparation
• The power of community over competition
• Why your reputation is your greatest marketing tool
• The importance of leading with compassion
• And why celebrating the people who pour into us matters

💗 Homework: Don't forget to head over to Jess's page, wish her a Happy Birthday, and share one of your favorite posts or videos! Then, take a moment to honor someone who's helped shape your journey by telling them the three biggest lessons you've learned from them.

Because learning doesn't just happen in the classroom—it happens through the people who leave us better than they found us.

Everybody, everybody... get ya learn on!

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Until next class...

Stay curious. Stay kind. Stay learning. 💕

For decades, Benzoyl Peroxide has been considered one of the gold standards in acne treatment, but is it still deserving of that title?

In this episode of The Learning Estheticians, Naomi Alexis explores the science, benefits, controversies, and evolving perspectives surrounding Benzoyl Peroxide. From its ability to reduce acne-causing bacteria to concerns about irritation, oxidative stress, barrier health, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, we're taking a balanced look at one of skincare's most debated ingredients.

You'll learn:

• What Benzoyl Peroxide is and how it works

• Why it became a gold-standard acne ingredient

• The pros and cons of using Benzoyl Peroxide

• Why some acne specialists still love it

• Why others have moved away from it

• Alternative ingredients used in modern acne protocols

• How to think critically about ingredient choices and treatment philosophies

Plus, in Lexxplicit Content, Naomi explores the idea that two things can be true at once—and why learning to embrace complexity might be one of the greatest lessons in both skincare and life.

Class is officially in session.

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This episode explores the power of collaboration and networking in the beauty and aesthetics industry. It emphasizes the importance of building genuine relationships, identifying collaboration opportunities, and making collaborations beneficial for business growth. The episode provides valuable lessons and actionable homework for listeners to implement.

Takeaways

• Genuine relationships and collaborations are essential for business growth.
• Identify local businesses that serve your ideal client and propose thoughtful collaboration ideas.

Chapters

• 00:00 The Power of Collaboration
• 06:00 Networking and Building Relationships
• 11:24 Collaborative Events and Partnerships
• 19:47 Identifying Collaboration Opportunities
• 29:59 Approaching Business for Collaboration

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Follow The Learning Estheticians for education, behind-the-scenes moments, and real esthetician talk follow us on Instagram and TikTok:Join our community on Facebook:

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A worldwide study and support community for estheticians and skincare professionals focused on learning, growing, and caring for the whole person, not just the service provider.

“Everybody, everybody — get ya learn on!”

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✨ Jess

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Class is in session, besties — and we’re starting the ingredient alphabet with A for Azelaic Acid.

In this episode, we’re breaking down why azelaic acid is one of those underrated ingredients that deserves more love in the treatment room and at home. We’ll talk about what it is, how it works on the skin, and why it can be helpful for concerns like acne, inflammation, redness, texture, and hyperpigmentation.

This episode keeps it simple but educational, so whether you’re an esthetician, a skincare lover, or somebody trying to understand what’s actually in your products, you’ll walk away knowing how azelaic acid supports clearer, calmer, more even-looking skin.

Grab your notebook , because A is not just for acne, it’s for azelaic acid.

Follow The Learning Estheticians for education, behind-the-scenes moments, and real esthetician talk follow us on Instagram and TikTok:Join our community on Facebook:
The Learning Estheticians Study Group

A worldwide study and support community for estheticians and skincare professionals focused on learning, growing, and caring for the whole person, not just the service provider.

“Everybody, everybody — get ya learn on!”

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelearningestheticians
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelearningestheticians

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notjessskin_esthetics
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notjessskinesthetics

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• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ratedlexx_theskinchick

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Lesson 31 is out and this one is for my lash techs, esthetician students, and beauty pros who have ever had retention make them question their whole career.

In this solo episode of Confessions of a Lash Tech, I’m breaking down lash retention like a mini class. We’re talking glue, humidity, temperature, cyanoacrylate, beginner-friendly adhesive choices, prep, placement, aftercare, and how to troubleshoot retention without spiraling.

Because let’s be real, retention issues will have you looking at your glue bottle like it personally betrayed you.

We also have our GlossGenius Spotlight for the month: Capture Every Booking & Every Dollar, where we talk about how systems help you stop leaving money on the table.

Use code LEARNING for 50% off your first two months at glossgenius.com.

Listen now to The Learning Estheticians Podcast and make sure you’re following us everywhere:

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We’re not just licensed. We’re learning.

Everybody get your learn on.

The episode delves into the foundational understanding of the skin barrier, addressing real-life scenarios and community discussions. It emphasizes the importance of barrier repair and the impact of the barrier on skin health and treatment outcomes.

Takeaways

• Barrier Repair
• Skin Structure
• Acid Mantle Skin barrier health is foundational to overall skin health and should be supported and stabilized before correction.
• Over-exfoliation and aggressive treatments can compromise the skin barrier, leading to various skin issues.
• Corneotherapy emphasizes the importance of keeping the epidermis intact and supporting the barrier function.
• Ingredients such as humectants, emollients, occlusives, and barrier-supporting lipids play a crucial role in supporting the skin barrier.
• Engagement with the Learning Estheticians community is encouraged, and listeners are invited to participate in a raffle by leaving reviews and engaging with the podcast content.

Chapters

• 00:00 The Acid Mantle: Importance and Impact
• 40:09 Understanding Corneotherapy
• 46:38 Ingredients for Barrier Support
• 56:13 Little Known Facts about Skin Barrier
• 01:06:02 Engagement and Community Call-to-Action

The conversation delves into the controversy surrounding the trademarking of the term 'Vajacial' by Bushbalm and its impact on the beauty industry. It explores the implications of trademarking on service providers, educators, and product brands, emphasizing the need for a deeper understanding of business language ownership and its effects on the industry.

Follow The Learning Estheticians for education, behind-the-scenes moments, and real esthetician talk follow us on Instagram and TikTok:

Keep up with Jess:
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Join our community on Facebook:
The Learning Estheticians Study Group

A worldwide study and support community for estheticians and skincare professionals focused on learning, growing, and caring for the whole person, not just the service provider.

“Everybody, everybody — get ya learn on!”

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelearningestheticians
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelearningestheticians

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notjessskin_esthetics
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notjessskinesthetics

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rated.lexx
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ratedlexx_theskinchick

• The Learning Estheticians Study Group:
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The conversation delves into the controversy surrounding the trademarking of the term 'Vajacial' by Bushbalm and its impact on the beauty industry. It explores the implications of trademarking on service providers, educators, and product brands, emphasizing the need for a deeper understanding of business language ownership and its effects on the industry.

Follow The Learning Estheticians for education, behind-the-scenes moments, and real esthetician talk follow us on Instagram and TikTok:

Keep up with Jess:
Instagram and Tiktok

Follow Naomi Alexis:
Instagram and TikTok

Join our community on Facebook:
The Learning Estheticians Study Group

A worldwide study and support community for estheticians and skincare professionals focused on learning, growing, and caring for the whole person, not just the service provider.

“Everybody, everybody — get ya learn on!”

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelearningestheticians
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thelearningestheticians

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notjessskin_esthetics
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@notjessskinesthetics

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rated.lexx
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ratedlexx_theskinchick

• The Learning Estheticians Study Group:
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In this special alert episode of The Learning Estheticians Podcast, Jessica breaks down the proposed “Do No Harm” rule and what it could mean for beauty school access, future estheticians, licensed professionals, schools, salons, spas, and the beauty industry as a whole.

In this episode, we cover:

• What the proposed “Do No Harm” rule is
• Why beauty organizations are concerned
• How this could affect students and future estheticians
• Why licensed estheticians should care too
• How this could impact salons, spas, hiring, and the beauty workforce
• What rights we have during the public comment period
• How to submit a comment and contact representatives

Public comments are due by May 20, 2026.

Docket number: ED-2026-OPE-0100

Submit comments here:
Regulations.gov Comment Page

Official Federal Register Proposed Rule

U.S. Department of Education Press Release

ASCP Article

AACS Article

AACS One-Pager

Find Your U.S. Representative

Find Your U.S. Senators

This episode is sponsored by GlossGenius, the booking and business platform helping beauty professionals run their business with more ease, polish, and CEO energy.

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We are not just licensed.
We are learning.

In this episode, we’re talking about something every esthetician wants but doesn’t always know how to build: real confidence in the treatment room. We get into how confidence is not just about sounding good or looking polished — it’s built through continued learning, real client experience, stronger communication, and staying teachable enough to keep growing. If you’ve ever questioned yourself, felt discouraged by feedback, or wondered when confidence really starts to click, this conversation is for you.

Use code LEARNING for 50% off your first 2 months with GlossGenius at www.glossgenius.com. And make sure you’re following us on Instagram at @thelearningestheticians and joining The Learning Estheticians Facebook group so you can keep learning and growing with us outside the episode.