If you've been waiting for a sign to invest in yourself and your business—this is it.
In this special episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, Kati officially announces Elevate, a brand-new educational retreat created exclusively for waxing professionals, sugaring specialists, and hair removal business owners who are ready to grow beyond the treatment room.
Taking place February 21–23, 2027, in beautiful Sedona, Arizona, Elevate is designed to help beauty professionals master their craft, increase revenue, build stronger client loyalty, and create a business they truly love. Through hands-on certifications, live demonstrations, business education, networking, and an unforgettable retreat experience, attendees will leave with practical skills they can implement immediately.
Whether you're a solo esthetician or growing a team, Elevate was built to help you stand out in a competitive industry and become the go-to expert in your community.
What You'll Learn
• How to increase revenue without adding more hours behind the chair
• Services that pair perfectly with waxing and sugaring to boost ticket averages
• Live demonstrations, including speed waxing techniques and advanced hair removal services
• Business strategies for pricing, growth, leadership, and client retention
• How to create an unforgettable client experience that keeps clients coming back
What to Expect at Elevate
• Three days in beautiful Sedona, Arizona
• VIP Experience with sound healing, professional branding photos, and optional massage treatments
• Exclusive networking events and welcome cocktail party
• Hands-on certifications including:
The Takeaway
Your success isn't determined by how many services you can squeeze into a day—it's built by mastering your craft, creating exceptional client experiences, and building a business that supports the life you want. Elevate was created to give beauty professionals the education, confidence, and community to do exactly that.
Join the Founding Attendee List
Be the first to receive event announcements, educator reveals, early registration access, certification sign-ups, and the lowest ticket pricing available.
Website: Tickets for ELEVATE
Instagram: @elevatewaxandsugar
Connect with Kati & Beauty Talk Confessions
Instagram & TikTok: @beautytalkconfessions
Podcast Page: https://www.flagstaff-skincare.com/beautytalkconfessions
Questions about Elevate? Reach out anytime at pricklybare@gmail.com.
PricklyBare
Post-hair removal skincare rooted in real esthetician experience.
Launching Fall 2026.
Instagram & TikTok: @pricklybare
Website: pricklybare.com
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