In this episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, we dive into the importance of ongoing education and why staying current in the beauty industry is essential for growth, confidence, and long-term success.

We talk about how easy it is to get comfortable in our routines and how that comfort can hold us back from evolving as estheticians. From early career experiences to running a business, this episode explores how continued learning shapes our services, strengthens our team culture, and improves client results.

We also share a recent hands-on training experience in buccal massage and how stepping back into the role of a student can reignite excitement, inspire new techniques, and help prevent burnout.

From product line trainings and mentorship calls to in-person classes, we walk through the different ways we can continue learning and why saying yes to these opportunities can transform our business.

The Takeaway

The best estheticians never stop learning. Ongoing education keeps us inspired, evolving, and at the top of our industry.

Connect with Kati & Beauty Talk Confessions

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

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Post hair removal skincare rooted in real esthetician experience
Launching Summer 2026

Instagram & TikTok: @pricklybare
Website: pricklybare.com

If You Loved This Episode

Share this episode with another esthetician who needs a little inspiration, and don’t forget to leave a rating or review to support the show.

In this episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, we dive into the importance of ongoing education and why staying current in the beauty industry is essential for growth, confidence, and long-term success.
We talk about how easy it is to get comfortable in our routines and how that comfort can hold us back from evolving as estheticians. From early career experiences to running a business, this episode explores how continued learning shapes our services, strengthens our team culture, and improves client results.
We also share a recent hands-on training experience in buccal massage and how stepping back into the role of a student can reignite excitement, inspire new techniques, and help prevent burnout.
From product line trainings and mentorship calls to in-person classes, we walk through the different ways we can continue learning and why saying yes to these opportunities can transform our business.
The Takeaway
The best estheticians never stop learning. Ongoing education keeps us inspired, evolving, and at the top of our industry.
Connect with Kati &amp; Beauty Talk Confessions
Instagram &amp; TikTok: @beautytalkconfessions Podcast Page: <a href="https://www.flagstaff-skincare.com/beautytalkconfessions" data-start="1323" data-end="1379">https://www.flagstaff-skincare.com/beautytalkconfessions</a>
PricklyBare
Post hair removal skincare rooted in real esthetician experience Launching Summer 2026
Instagram &amp; TikTok: @pricklybare Website: pricklybare.com
If You Loved This Episode
Share this episode with another esthetician who needs a little inspiration, and don&rsquo;t forget to leave a rating or review to support the show.

Beauty Talk Confessions is a podcast that goes beneath the surface of the beauty industry. The stories, the struggles, the identity shifts, the healing, and the grit behind the glow.

 

Hosted by Kati Wasserman, esthetician, business owner, and product developer, each episode features real, raw conversations with beauty professionals, founders, healers, coaches, creators, and clients who have lived the truth behind beauty.

 

We talk about:


•⁠  ⁠identity and reinvention

•⁠  ⁠confidence, comparison, and self-worth

•⁠  ⁠the emotional and unseen side of beauty work

•⁠  ⁠entrepreneurship and the messy middle

•⁠  ⁠aging, wellness, hormones, and internal beauty

•⁠  ⁠success, failures, pivots, and the lessons that shape us

 

There’s no filter here, just honest conversations that remind us beauty is personal, powerful, and deeply human.

 

Whether you're in the industry or navigating your own relationship with beauty, Beauty Talk Confessions will make you feel seen, supported, and inspired to show up as your most authentic self.

 

🔗 Social Links & Where to Find Us

 

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

 

Instagram:
@beautytalkconfessions
@pricklybare

 

TikTok:
@beautytalkconfessions

 

Booking / Contact:
pricklybare@gmail.com

 

 

Beauty Talk Confessions is a podcast that goes beneath the surface of the beauty industry. The stories, the struggles, the identity shifts, the healing, and the grit behind the glow.
&nbsp;
Hosted by Kati Wasserman, esthetician, business owner, and product developer, each episode features real, raw conversations with beauty professionals, founders, healers, coaches, creators, and clients who have lived the truth behind beauty.
&nbsp;
We talk about:
 &bull;⁠ &nbsp;⁠identity and reinvention
&bull;⁠ &nbsp;⁠confidence, comparison, and self-worth
&bull;⁠ &nbsp;⁠the emotional and unseen side of beauty work
&bull;⁠ &nbsp;⁠entrepreneurship and the messy middle
&bull;⁠ &nbsp;⁠aging, wellness, hormones, and internal beauty
&bull;⁠ &nbsp;⁠success, failures, pivots, and the lessons that shape us
&nbsp;
There&rsquo;s no filter here, just honest conversations that remind us beauty is personal, powerful, and deeply human.
&nbsp;
Whether you're in the industry or navigating your own relationship with beauty, Beauty Talk Confessions will make you feel seen, supported, and inspired to show up as your most authentic self.
&nbsp;
🔗 Social Links &amp; Where to Find Us
&nbsp;
Podcast Website: <a href="https://www.flagstaff-skincare.com/beautytalkconfessions">https://www.flagstaff-skincare.com/beautytalkconfessions</a>
&nbsp;
Instagram: @beautytalkconfessions @pricklybare
&nbsp;
TikTok: @beautytalkconfessions
&nbsp;
Booking / Contact: <a href="mailto:pricklybare@gmail.com">pricklybare@gmail.com</a>
&nbsp;
&nbsp;

Beauty Talk Confessions with Kati

Why Continuing Education Is Essential for Success in the Beauty Industry

After more than 15 years in the beauty industry, I just came home from an event that reminded me exactly why I fell in love with this career in the first place.

And you guys, I have SO much to share!

In this solo episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, I'm taking you behind the scenes of my experience at Wax EDU, an event that genuinely raised the bar for what beauty industry education and community can look like.

From the incredible experience Ashley (@waxthatash) created to the friendships, education, and conversations that left me in tears by the end of the event, this was so much more than another beauty conference.

I'm also getting personal about something I've struggled with as a business owner: recognizing my own accomplishments, showing up confidently, and remembering that I have something valuable to bring to this industry.

After years of building my spa, educating estheticians, and developing Prickly Bare, being surrounded by people who genuinely support one another has completely reignited my excitement for what's next.

And yes, after almost two decades of waxing, I might officially be getting converted to the sweeter side of hair removal!

In This Episode:


Why Wax EDU set a whole new standard for beauty industry events


The incredible community Ashley created and why I left feeling so emotional


How connecting with other educators and entrepreneurs has helped me find my confidence again


My experience representing Sugar Guru Academy and learning more about sugaring with Myra Aviles


Why even experienced waxers should be willing to become beginners again


What I'm bringing back from Wax EDU as I continue creating ELEVATE 2027


Addressing questions about traveling to Sedona, accommodations, and transportation


How to increase your revenue by incorporating intimate brightening and other add-on services into waxing appointments


The hands-on education and certification opportunities coming to ELEVATE

Let's Talk About ELEVATE 2027!

February 21–23, 2027 | Outbound Sedona | Sedona, Arizona

One of the biggest reasons I created ELEVATE was to give waxing and sugaring professionals an opportunity to learn, connect, and grow in an environment where everyone feels supported.

We're bringing together incredible educators, live demonstrations, business education, and certification opportunities with brands including Bright, Crotch Cosmetics, and Artistry Beauty.

And we're doing it in Sedona, one of my favorite places to reconnect, find clarity, and get inspired.

ELEVATE Black Friday Special!

Our Black Friday ticket special is here!


General admission tickets are $399, regularly $439, for this limited-time promotion.


The first 30 qualifying ticket purchasers will receive a custom “Sedona Sugar & Spice, Brazilian Advice” T-shirt and an exclusive Prickly Bare product at the event.


Special VIP ticket offers are also available.

Want tickets? Head to elevatewaxandsugar.com to grab yours!

The Takeaway

Sometimes the best investment you can make in your business is getting out of your treatment room and surrounding yourself with people who remind you what's possible.

You can have years of experience and still learn something new. You can be successful and still need encouragement. And you can walk into an event knowing almost nobody and leave with friendships that completely change your career.

That's the kind of community I want to keep building.

Connect With the People Mentioned

Ashley | Wax That Ash

Myra Aviles | Sugar Guru Academy

Elda | Waxing Queen Adventures

Connect With Kati & Beauty Talk Confessions

Instagram & TikTok: @beautytalkconfessions

Sponsored by Prickly Bare

Professional waxing products and pre- and post-hair-removal skincare created by an esthetician, for estheticians.

Instagram & TikTok: @pricklybare

Website: pricklybare.com

Loved this episode? Share it with a fellow esthetician, waxer, or sugarist who needs a reminder of just how incredible this industry and its community can be.

After more than 15 years in the beauty industry, I just came home from an event that reminded me exactly why I fell in love with this career in the first place.
And you guys, I have SO much to share!
In this solo episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, I'm taking you behind the scenes of my experience at Wax EDU, an event that genuinely raised the bar for what beauty industry education and community can look like.
From the incredible experience Ashley (@waxthatash) created to the friendships, education, and conversations that left me in tears by the end of the event, this was so much more than another beauty conference.
I'm also getting personal about something I've struggled with as a business owner: recognizing my own accomplishments, showing up confidently, and remembering that I have something valuable to bring to this industry.
After years of building my spa, educating estheticians, and developing Prickly Bare, being surrounded by people who genuinely support one another has completely reignited my excitement for what's next.
And yes, after almost two decades of waxing, I might officially be getting converted to the sweeter side of hair removal!
In This Episode:
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>
Why Wax EDU set a whole new standard for beauty industry events
</li>
<li>
The incredible community Ashley created and why I left feeling so emotional
</li>
<li>
How connecting with other educators and entrepreneurs has helped me find my confidence again
</li>
<li>
My experience representing Sugar Guru Academy and learning more about sugaring with Myra Aviles
</li>
<li>
Why even experienced waxers should be willing to become beginners again
</li>
<li>
What I'm bringing back from Wax EDU as I continue creating ELEVATE 2027
</li>
<li>
Addressing questions about traveling to Sedona, accommodations, and transportation
</li>
<li>
How to increase your revenue by incorporating intimate brightening and other add-on services into waxing appointments
</li>
<li>
The hands-on education and certification opportunities coming to ELEVATE
</li>
</ul>
Let's Talk About ELEVATE 2027!
February 21&ndash;23, 2027 | Outbound Sedona | Sedona, Arizona
One of the biggest reasons I created ELEVATE was to give waxing and sugaring professionals an opportunity to learn, connect, and grow in an environment where everyone feels supported.
We're bringing together incredible educators, live demonstrations, business education, and certification opportunities with brands including Bright, Crotch Cosmetics, and Artistry Beauty.
And we're doing it in Sedona, one of my favorite places to reconnect, find clarity, and get inspired.
ELEVATE Black Friday Special!
Our Black Friday ticket special is here!
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>
General admission tickets are $399, regularly $439, for this limited-time promotion.
</li>
<li>
The first 30 qualifying ticket purchasers will receive a custom &ldquo;Sedona Sugar &amp; Spice, Brazilian Advice&rdquo; T-shirt and an exclusive Prickly Bare product at the event.
</li>
<li>
Special VIP ticket offers are also available.
</li>
</ul>
Want tickets? Head to elevatewaxandsugar.com to grab yours!
The Takeaway
Sometimes the best investment you can make in your business is getting out of your treatment room and surrounding yourself with people who remind you what's possible.
You can have years of experience and still learn something new. You can be successful and still need encouragement. And you can walk into an event knowing almost nobody and leave with friendships that completely change your career.
That's the kind of community I want to keep building.
Connect With the People Mentioned
Ashley | Wax That Ash
Myra Aviles | Sugar Guru Academy
Elda | Waxing Queen Adventures
Connect With Kati &amp; Beauty Talk Confessions
Instagram &amp; TikTok: @beautytalkconfessions
Sponsored by Prickly Bare
Professional waxing products and pre- and post-hair-removal skincare created by an esthetician, for estheticians.
Instagram &amp; TikTok: @pricklybare
Website: pricklybare.com
Loved this episode? Share it with a fellow esthetician, waxer, or sugarist who needs a reminder of just how incredible this industry and its community can be.

Wax EDU Changed My Perspective: The Power of Community, Sugaring & What's Coming to ELEVATE 2027

When was the last time you took a class that actually made you excited to be an esthetician again?

Here's something I find crazy about our industry. We can graduate from beauty school, get our license, and potentially spend the next 15 or 20 years doing the exact same thing without ever stepping foot into another classroom.

But our industry NEVER stops evolving. So why should we?

In this solo episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, I'm getting personal about something that has completely reignited my passion for the beauty industry: continuing education, hands-on training, and investing in yourself.

Growing up, I hated school. I never imagined I'd become someone who absolutely loves learning and teaching. But after finding beauty school, earning my cosmetology license, going back for my master esthetician education, and spending 15 years in this industry, I've realized that some of the biggest turning points in my career came from stepping back into the role of a student.

From my early training at Wax in the City to working for a business owner who prioritized education, those experiences helped shape the esthetician and business owner I am today.

And even now, after years of owning my own spa, attending conferences and taking new certifications has brought back an excitement I didn't realize I was missing.

In This Episode:


Why your beauty school license is only the beginning


The continuing education gap in the esthetics industry


How my early career experiences shaped my confidence and technique


Why even experienced estheticians need to keep learning


What happens when you get comfortable and stop challenging yourself


How certifications can help you expand your menu and increase your earning potential


Why investing in education is one of the best things you can do for your business


The personal inspiration behind creating ELEVATE Wax & Sugar Summit

Let's Talk About ELEVATE 2027!

This passion for education is exactly why I created ELEVATE Wax & Sugar Summit, February 21–23, 2027, in Sedona, Arizona.

I wanted to bring together some of the industry's incredible educators and create an opportunity for waxing and sugaring professionals to experience live demonstrations, business education, and multiple certification opportunities in one place.

We're talking about education from Crotch Cosmetics, Bright, and Artistry Beauty, with opportunities to learn new services, expand your treatment menu, and bring something exciting back to your clients.

Because I don't want you to just leave a conference feeling inspired. I want you to leave knowing exactly what you're going to do differently when you get back to your treatment room.

Black Friday ELEVATE Special!

Ready to invest in yourself?

Use code BLACKFRIDAY15 for 15% off your ELEVATE ticket!

The first 30 ticket purchasers during this promotion will also receive a custom ELEVATE T-shirt and a special gift from Prickly Bare.

Get your tickets at elevatewaxandsugar.com!

The Takeaway

You can be 15 years into your career and still have so much to learn.

And sometimes the best thing you can do for your business isn't adding more clients to your schedule. It's taking time away from the treatment room to become a better practitioner.

Don't let your license be the last investment you make in your education.

Connect with Kati & Beauty Talk Confessions

Instagram & TikTok: @beautytalkconfessions

Sponsored by Prickly Bare

Professional waxing products and post-hair-removal skincare created by an esthetician, for estheticians.

Instagram & TikTok: @pricklybare

Website: pricklybare.com

Loved this episode? Share it with an esthetician who's ready to stop feeling stuck, get inspired again, and take their career to the next level.

When was the last time you took a class that actually made you excited to be an esthetician again?
Here's something I find crazy about our industry. We can graduate from beauty school, get our license, and potentially spend the next 15 or 20 years doing the exact same thing without ever stepping foot into another classroom.
But our industry NEVER stops evolving. So why should we?
In this solo episode of Beauty Talk Confessions, I'm getting personal about something that has completely reignited my passion for the beauty industry: continuing education, hands-on training, and investing in yourself.
Growing up, I hated school. I never imagined I'd become someone who absolutely loves learning and teaching. But after finding beauty school, earning my cosmetology license, going back for my master esthetician education, and spending 15 years in this industry, I've realized that some of the biggest turning points in my career came from stepping back into the role of a student.
From my early training at Wax in the City to working for a business owner who prioritized education, those experiences helped shape the esthetician and business owner I am today.
And even now, after years of owning my own spa, attending conferences and taking new certifications has brought back an excitement I didn't realize I was missing.
In This Episode:
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>
Why your beauty school license is only the beginning
</li>
<li>
The continuing education gap in the esthetics industry
</li>
<li>
How my early career experiences shaped my confidence and technique
</li>
<li>
Why even experienced estheticians need to keep learning
</li>
<li>
What happens when you get comfortable and stop challenging yourself
</li>
<li>
How certifications can help you expand your menu and increase your earning potential
</li>
<li>
Why investing in education is one of the best things you can do for your business
</li>
<li>
The personal inspiration behind creating ELEVATE Wax &amp; Sugar Summit
</li>
</ul>
Let's Talk About ELEVATE 2027!
This passion for education is exactly why I created ELEVATE Wax &amp; Sugar Summit, February 21&ndash;23, 2027, in Sedona, Arizona.
I wanted to bring together some of the industry's incredible educators and create an opportunity for waxing and sugaring professionals to experience live demonstrations, business education, and multiple certification opportunities in one place.
We're talking about education from Crotch Cosmetics, Bright, and Artistry Beauty, with opportunities to learn new services, expand your treatment menu, and bring something exciting back to your clients.
Because I don't want you to just leave a conference feeling inspired. I want you to leave knowing exactly what you're going to do differently when you get back to your treatment room.
Black Friday ELEVATE Special!
Ready to invest in yourself?
Use code BLACKFRIDAY15 for 15% off your ELEVATE ticket!
The first 30 ticket purchasers during this promotion will also receive a custom ELEVATE T-shirt and a special gift from Prickly Bare.
Get your tickets at elevatewaxandsugar.com!
The Takeaway
You can be 15 years into your career and still have so much to learn.
And sometimes the best thing you can do for your business isn't adding more clients to your schedule. It's taking time away from the treatment room to become a better practitioner.
Don't let your license be the last investment you make in your education.
Connect with Kati &amp; Beauty Talk Confessions
Instagram &amp; TikTok: @beautytalkconfessions
Sponsored by Prickly Bare
Professional waxing products and post-hair-removal skincare created by an esthetician, for estheticians.
Instagram &amp; TikTok: @pricklybare
Website: pricklybare.com
Loved this episode? Share it with an esthetician who's ready to stop feeling stuck, get inspired again, and take their career to the next level.

Your Esthetician License Is Just the Beginning: Why Continuing Education Changes Everything

You could be the best waxer in the world, but if nobody knows you exist, how are you going to build a clientele?

This episode is one I've been SO excited to share!

I'm sitting down with Bree Mesquit, founder of Rebel Wax, waxing educator, entrepreneur, and host of The Rebel Show, for a conversation about becoming a better waxer, building a business that actually makes money, and why showing up for yourself is just as important as showing up for your clients.

Bree is someone I've personally looked up to throughout my career. I've taken her trainings, followed her journey, and learned so much from the way she approaches both waxing education and business growth. Now, I'm beyond excited to have her joining us as an educator at ELEVATE 2027 in Sedona, Arizona!

And yes, we're talking about her famous 7-Minute Brazilian!

But this conversation goes so much deeper than speed waxing.

In This Episode:


The technique behind Bree's famous 7-Minute Brazilian and why speed should never come before quality


Hard wax vs. soft wax vs. sugaring, and why there's room for all three in our industry


How Bree built Rebel Wax by creating solutions she wanted in her own treatment room


Why continuing education matters, even when you've been waxing for 15 years


How to build a fully booked waxing business without spending your entire life creating content


The Rule of 100 and how to use it when your appointment books are looking empty


Why building your personal brand matters more than ever


Growing a team and getting clients comfortable booking with someone other than you


Why getting in the room with other beauty professionals can completely change your business

The Takeaway

Master your craft, but don't forget to master your business.

You don't need to become a full-time content creator, post four times a day, or learn how to wax a Brazilian in seven minutes to be successful.

You need great technique, a client experience people want to come back for, and a strategy that helps people find you.

And sometimes the biggest growth happens when you get out of your treatment room and surround yourself with people who push you to think bigger.

See Bree LIVE at ELEVATE 2027!

February 21–23, 2027 | Sedona, Arizona

Bree will be joining us at ELEVATE Wax & Sugar Summit to demonstrate her famous 7-Minute Brazilian and share actionable strategies for marketing, content creation, and growing your waxing business.

This is your opportunity to learn from her in person, ask questions, and walk away with techniques and strategies you can actually implement.

Want tickets? Head to elevatewaxandsugar.com!

Use code BREE30 for an additional $30 off your ticket!

Connect with Bree Mesquit

Instagram, TikTok & YouTube: @breemesquit

Website: breemesquit.com

Podcast: The Rebel Show

Brand: Rebel Wax

Want to check out her Brazilian waxing course? Head to her Instagram and comment COURSE on one of her posts to get the link!

Connect with Kati & Beauty Talk Confessions

Instagram & TikTok: @beautytalkconfessions

Sponsored by Prickly Bare

Professional waxing products and post-hair-removal skincare created by an esthetician, for estheticians.

Instagram & TikTok: @pricklybare

Website: pricklybare.com

Loved this episode? Send it to your wax bestie who's ready to perfect their Brazilian, fill their books, and stop overthinking social media.

Because being an amazing waxer is one thing. Building a business around it is another.

You could be the best waxer in the world, but if nobody knows you exist, how are you going to build a clientele?
This episode is one I've been SO excited to share!
I'm sitting down with Bree Mesquit, founder of Rebel Wax, waxing educator, entrepreneur, and host of The Rebel Show, for a conversation about becoming a better waxer, building a business that actually makes money, and why showing up for yourself is just as important as showing up for your clients.
Bree is someone I've personally looked up to throughout my career. I've taken her trainings, followed her journey, and learned so much from the way she approaches both waxing education and business growth. Now, I'm beyond excited to have her joining us as an educator at ELEVATE 2027 in Sedona, Arizona!
And yes, we're talking about her famous 7-Minute Brazilian!
But this conversation goes so much deeper than speed waxing.
In This Episode:
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>
The technique behind Bree's famous 7-Minute Brazilian and why speed should never come before quality
</li>
<li>
Hard wax vs. soft wax vs. sugaring, and why there's room for all three in our industry
</li>
<li>
How Bree built Rebel Wax by creating solutions she wanted in her own treatment room
</li>
<li>
Why continuing education matters, even when you've been waxing for 15 years
</li>
<li>
How to build a fully booked waxing business without spending your entire life creating content
</li>
<li>
The Rule of 100 and how to use it when your appointment books are looking empty
</li>
<li>
Why building your personal brand matters more than ever
</li>
<li>
Growing a team and getting clients comfortable booking with someone other than you
</li>
<li>
Why getting in the room with other beauty professionals can completely change your business
</li>
</ul>
The Takeaway
Master your craft, but don't forget to master your business.
You don't need to become a full-time content creator, post four times a day, or learn how to wax a Brazilian in seven minutes to be successful.
You need great technique, a client experience people want to come back for, and a strategy that helps people find you.
And sometimes the biggest growth happens when you get out of your treatment room and surround yourself with people who push you to think bigger.
See Bree LIVE at ELEVATE 2027!
February 21&ndash;23, 2027 | Sedona, Arizona
Bree will be joining us at ELEVATE Wax &amp; Sugar Summit to demonstrate her famous 7-Minute Brazilian and share actionable strategies for marketing, content creation, and growing your waxing business.
This is your opportunity to learn from her in person, ask questions, and walk away with techniques and strategies you can actually implement.
Want tickets? Head to elevatewaxandsugar.com!
Use code BREE30 for an additional $30 off your ticket!
Connect with Bree Mesquit
Instagram, TikTok &amp; YouTube: @breemesquit
Website: breemesquit.com
Podcast: The Rebel Show
Brand: Rebel Wax
Want to check out her Brazilian waxing course? Head to her Instagram and comment COURSE on one of her posts to get the link!
Connect with Kati &amp; Beauty Talk Confessions
Instagram &amp; TikTok: @beautytalkconfessions
Sponsored by Prickly Bare
Professional waxing products and post-hair-removal skincare created by an esthetician, for estheticians.
Instagram &amp; TikTok: @pricklybare
Website: pricklybare.com
Loved this episode? Send it to your wax bestie who's ready to perfect their Brazilian, fill their books, and stop overthinking social media.
Because being an amazing waxer is one thing. Building a business around it is another.

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