Hello, I’m Kezia, the deputy editor of Professional Beauty, and welcome back to The Pro Beauty Pod - the podcast where we bring you insights and opinion on the hottest issues from industry leaders in beauty, nails, spa and aesthetics. 

In this episode, I spoke to a hero of mine - Shea Osei - the British-Jamaican, Essex-based nail tech who went from a Stratford salon owner to the silver screen, creating some of the most talked about nails in history for Cynthia Erivo’s character Elphaba in the hit movie Wicked. We chatted about what it was like working as a nail tech on a blockbuster movie - all while heavily pregnant, the importance of Black voices and visibility in the industry and tips to follow in her footsteps. We hope you enjoy the episode. 

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In this episode of The Pro Beauty Pod, Eve Oxberry speaks with skincare powerhouse Caroline Hirons.

In this episode, sponsored by Vagaro, we discuss Caroline's journey into the beauty industry and how that evolved through skincare and brand consultancy into authoring best-selling skincare books and launching a brand.

Caroline also talks about how to make a name for yourself online, including how to cut through the noise on social media to position yourself as a skin expert.

We also talk about the launch of Skin Rocks Pro, with professional treatments now developed and set to hit salons later this year.

We are so excited to bring you this podcast, available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and anywhere else you get your podcasts - please like, rate and subscribe, and follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @professionalbeauty.uk and, of course, you can also find us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

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In this episode of The Pro Beauty Pod, Ellen Cummings sits down with Dr Ahmed El Muntasar.

We discuss Dr Ahmed's journey into medicine and his transition to aesthetics, as well as how he built up over one million followers on social media.

Dr Ahmed also explains how he ethically promotes his business, as well as why he thinks regulation is so important in aesthetics.

Don't miss Dr Ahmed's talk on 'How to ethically promote beauty and aesthetics treatments on social media' at Professional Beauty North on Sunday 24 September 2023 - register for your free ticket to the show here.

We are so excited to bring you this podcast available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and anywhere else you get your podcasts - please like, rate and subscribe and follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @professionalbeauty.uk and, of course, you find us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.

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Freddie Moross believes that music in the wellness space should be approached with the same level of curation and professionalism which is exactly what he is doing with startup Myndstream. 

Having been brought up surrounded by music Freddie Moross was always intrigued by how it evoked emotion in him…

Myndstream aims to analyse and understand elements of musical composition, much like a nutritionist, to determine the nutritional value of ingredients in a recipe. Myndstream robustly tests music to provide its artists with a framework to make informed creative decisions whilst providing listeners to find music when they are seeking improved health outcomes - he believes that music should be able to be prescribed in the wellness space much as scent and aromatherapy would be. 

We discuss music as a tool for mental health, how it can enhance the experience of your space and even build your brand.

We are so excited to bring you this podcast available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and anywhere else you get your podcasts - please like, rate and subscribe and follow us on Instagram, TikTok and, of course, you find us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.

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In this episode of The Pro Beauty Pod, Lollie Hancock sits down with educator and make-up artist Astrid Kearney.

We discuss ageism in the beauty industry, and how she's nurturing the next generation of make-up artists.

The pair also discuss Kearney’s experiences on set, career highlights with Tom Cruise and Sienna Miller, and the power of a good lipstick.

Follow Kearney on Instagram @astridkearneymakeup.

We are so excited to bring you this podcast available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and anywhere else you get your podcasts - please like, rate and subscribe and follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @professionalbeauty.uk and, of course, you find us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.

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Beauty industry veteran Anna McCartney the founder and CEO of Élan Laser Clinics is all about sun safety and skin surveillance after suffering from skin cancer caused by sun damage herself. With Professional Beauty's deputy editor Kezia Parkins, Anna discusses the MASCED training the franchise uses to help their beauty therapists feel empowered to signpost possible cancers and the importance of sharing stories to raise awareness of the dangers of sun-worshipping.

We also spoke about the many ways Élan is championing inclusivity in aesthetics with autism awareness training and the NHS contract that sees trans patients referred to the clinic chain for laser hair removal during their transition journeys.

Anna will be speaking all things skin surveillance at PB North in Manchester which is taking place on 24-25 September so head over to the Professional Beauty website to register and book her session.

We are so excited to bring you this podcast available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and anywhere else you get your podcasts - please like, rate and subscribe and follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @professionalbeauty.uk and, of course, you find us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.

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In this episode of The Pro Beauty Pod, Amy Bates discusses leaving a successful career in the police to transition into beauty and explains why body positivity and inclusion are so important in the beauty industry.

In this episode of The Pro Beauty Pod, Ellen Cummings sits down with hair and make-up artist Amy Bates, founder of The Beauty Rebellion.

We discuss why she left a successful career in the police to join the beauty industry and how this skillset translated to working with clients.

The pair also discuss Bates’s push for the beauty industry to be more body positive and inclusive, including easy tips on how salons and spas can make positive changes – without spending any money. Follow Amy on Instagram @the_beauty_rebellion

We are so excited to bring you this podcast available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and anywhere else you get your podcasts - please like, rate and subscribe and follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @professionalbeauty.uk and, of course, you find us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.

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We spoke to Cigdem about her fascinating journey to founding Skin Masterclass Pro and how the cult brand The Ordinary opened doors to making people more interested in learning about skincare and active ingredients. 

We chatted about her experience being an expat in Malaysia and the pros and cons of setting up and running a business away from home. She also offers tips on getting going as an educator no matter what industry you are in and her favourite avenues for marketing her services.

We are so excited to bring you this podcast available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and anywhere else you get your podcasts - please like, rate and subscribe and follow us on Instagram and TikTok at @professionalbeauty.uk and, of course, you find us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.

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PB's editor Eve catches up with Corinna Tolan, advanced skincare specialist and chief executive of Monica Tolan Skin and Beauty Clinics

As well as being an absolute expert on all things skin health, Corinna is also super successful on social media and even has her own podcast too. We chat to Corinna about what it really takes for beauty professionals to make a name for themselves and grow their businesses on social media and how she juggles that with running three salons, treating clients and family life.

We also touch on her bespoke approach to lifetime skin health including how to treat intense inflammatory skin conditions that can be so traumatic for clients and how she's achieved incredible results creating holistic and personalised programmes that include skincare, supplements, advanced technologies and lifestyle advice.

We are so excited to bring you this podcast available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and anywhere else you get your podcasts - please like, rate and subscribe and follow us on Instagram and TikTok - @professionalbeauty.uk and, of course, you find us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.

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In this episode of The Pro Beauty Pod, content writer Ellen Cummings is joined by mobile spa therapist and PB Awards finalist Hayley Snishko.

Hayley reveals how she knew she wanted to join the beauty industry from a young age, and details her journey from working in a spa to setting up her own award-winning business, Home Sanctuary.

She also discusses the motivations behind her Massage4MentalHealth campaign, as well as the important steps being taken towards having complementary therapies recognised as valid treatments for mental health issues.

We are so excited to bring you this podcast, available on  Spotify, Apple Podcasts and anywhere else you get your podcasts – please like, rate and subscribe! We really hope you enjoy the episode and thank you for listening. 

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