<![CDATA[Estie Insider Podcast]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insiderRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:48:22 GMTWed, 09 Sep 2026 23:11:06 GMT60Estie InsiderWelcome to the Estie Insider Podcast! 3 esties, 3 timezones, 1 podcast.episodicEstie Insiderchelseawolfley@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Our Current Favorite Products]]>Chelsea, Jaclyn, and Rebekah all share their current favorite products used in their treatments rooms and personal routines. Keep listening to hear Jaclyn's new favorite brand of sunscreen!

]]>49442238-1e23-48bb-805b-851fbb5bf6caThu, 01 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT<p>Chelsea, Jaclyn, and Rebekah all share their current favorite products used in their treatments rooms and personal routines. Keep listening to hear Jaclyn's new favorite brand of sunscreen!</p>no00:32:3524Our Current Favorite Productsfull<![CDATA[ChatGPT, Fix My Skin: Will AI Replace Estheticians?]]>ChatGPT can build you a skincare routine, analyze your acne, and tell you what that weird bump might be… so are we all about to be unemployed? This week we’re talking AI in the beauty industry, what it can actually do, what it definitely can’t, and whether the robots are coming for our treatment rooms.

]]>f1695704-a564-457a-8ce1-7c03e77a89fdThu, 24 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT<p>ChatGPT can build you a skincare routine, analyze your acne, and tell you what that weird bump <i><em>might</em></i> be… so are we all about to be unemployed? This week we’re talking AI in the beauty industry, what it can actually do, what it definitely can’t, and whether the robots are coming for our treatment rooms.</p>no00:22:20ChatGPT, Fix My Skin: Will AI Replace Estheticians?full<![CDATA[We're Back! Summer re-cap and Season 2!]]>We took some time off during the summer and oh how we missed our podcast! We're back with Season 2, starting off with a summer re-cap of our personal and business adventures. We're so excited to have you!

]]>8a9f480c-4741-4feb-97e5-3e65ce8094f3Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:14:16 GMT<p>We took some time off during the summer and oh how we missed our podcast! We're back with Season 2, starting off with a summer re-cap of our personal and business adventures. We're so excited to have you!</p>no00:49:0421We're Back! Summer re-cap and Season 2!full<![CDATA[Strategic Retail Selling & Clearing Acne Virtually: Macee’s Method]]>We talk with Macee Zacchigna from @ritual_esthetics_ , Texas-based esthetician and acne expert, who’s not just clearing skin but she’s building a seriously profitable business doing it.

We get into how she’s crushing retail sales through social media without feeling salesy, her no-BS approach to actually clearing acne clients, and how she’s scaled a thriving virtual clientele that keeps her booked and busy.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Strategic-Retail-Selling--Clearing-Acne-Virtually-Macees-Method-e3htk1d5a313742-fd9a-4159-a356-0bb849adfca5Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>We talk with Macee Zacchigna from @ritual_esthetics_ , Texas-based esthetician and acne expert, who’s not just clearing skin but she’s building a seriously profitable business doing it. </p><p>We get into how she’s crushing retail sales through social media without feeling salesy, her no-BS approach to actually clearing acne clients, and how she’s scaled a thriving virtual clientele that keeps her booked and busy. </p> no00:39:23Strategic Retail Selling & Clearing Acne Virtually: Macee’s Methodfull<![CDATA[It's Peel Season!]]>What even is peel season anyway? In this episode we talk about the ins and outs of peels. Some we like and some we dont!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Its-Peel-Season-e3bdmqh59ae3fe5-af1f-436e-bbbb-e1512f09f711Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:00:00 GMT<p>What even is peel season anyway? In this episode we talk about the ins and outs of peels. Some we like and some we dont!</p> no00:33:16It's Peel Season!full<![CDATA[Celebrity Skincare: Can Influencers Replace Experts?]]>Alix Earle’s new skincare line has the internet buzzing, and the esthetician community has opinions! We break down our thoughts: Are these products actually worth the hype? Should you give them a try?


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Celebrity-Skincare-Can-Influencers-Replace-Experts-e3hka0gb63c72fa-fff8-450a-836d-5874ea46c8b6Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>Alix Earle’s new skincare line has the internet buzzing, and the esthetician community has opinions! We break down our thoughts: Are these products actually worth the hype? Should you give them a try?</p><p><br /></p> no00:35:38Celebrity Skincare: Can Influencers Replace Experts?full<![CDATA[Face Reality Summit Recap + Seasonal Skin Changes]]>Lets talk about what went down in Austin, TX for Face Reality Skincare's 20th Anniversary summit! Also- Is your skin feeling different now that the weather is changing?

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Face-Reality-Summit-Recap--Seasonal-Skin-Changes-e3bquj03d95ef60-6e5a-4862-b29d-0fb44383c13aThu, 04 Dec 2025 15:00:00 GMT<p>Lets talk about what went down in Austin, TX for Face Reality Skincare's 20th Anniversary summit! Also- Is your skin feeling different now that the weather is changing? </p> no00:35:45Face Reality Summit Recap + Seasonal Skin Changesfull<![CDATA[The Consultation]]>The consultation: the most underrated part of a facial! In this episode we discuss what makes a great consultation and why it matters.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/The-Consultation-e3fafig09901c82-5639-4802-ab65-f92e0705d727Thu, 19 Feb 2026 13:49:24 GMT<p>The consultation: the most underrated part of a facial! In this episode we discuss what makes a great consultation and why it matters.</p> no00:40:23The Consultationfull<![CDATA[Things Clients Always Ask (And What We Actually Mean When We Answer)]]>We’re answering all the skincare questions we hear on repeat in the treatment room. Whether you’re acne-prone, confused about your routine, or just curious what’s normal, we've heard it all!


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Things-Clients-Always-Ask-And-What-We-Actually-Mean-When-We-Answer-e3imnqbb32142a3-2957-4e08-83ac-aef59cccc742Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:07:37 GMT<p>We’re answering all the skincare questions we hear on repeat in the treatment room. Whether you’re acne-prone, confused about your routine, or just curious what’s normal, we've heard it all!</p><p><br /></p> no00:21:01Things Clients Always Ask (And What We Actually Mean When We Answer)full<![CDATA[The Pore-Clogging Ingredient Debate]]>Today we’re diving into one of the most controversial topics in skincare: pore-clogging ingredients. Are comedogenic ingredients actually a thing? Can one ingredient automatically cause acne? And why do two people use the exact same product with completely different results?


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/The-Pore-Clogging-Ingredient-Debate-e3j1m0f8134a01a-45e2-4db1-84d8-7b8871334014Thu, 07 May 2026 14:42:02 GMT<p>Today we’re diving into one of the most controversial topics in skincare: pore-clogging ingredients. Are comedogenic ingredients actually a thing? Can one ingredient automatically cause acne? And why do two people use the exact same product with completely different results?</p><p><br /></p> no00:29:45The Pore-Clogging Ingredient Debatefull<![CDATA[Unfiltered: Yes, We've Had Work Done]]>In this episode, we're talking openly about the cosmetic procedures we’ve had done. From injectables & lasers to plastic surgery. Why we did them, what we loved & what we wouldn’t repeat. No judgment zone!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Unfiltered-Yes--Weve-Had-Work-Done-e3e9a493bddc9ed-51b5-4067-bbf6-d11fddbaf3a4Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, we're talking openly about the cosmetic procedures we’ve had done. From injectables &amp; lasers to plastic surgery. Why we did them, what we loved &amp; what we wouldn’t repeat. No judgment zone!</p> no00:39:55Unfiltered: Yes, We've Had Work Donefull<![CDATA[Welcome to The Estie Insider! Episode 1]]>Welcome to the Estie Insider! In this episode we explain how we came together, becoming Face Reality Skincare Ambassadors, and more.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Welcome-to-The-Estie-Insider--Episode-1-e3b7bql90481efa-ae4c-468c-8c9c-bee97da46188Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:00:00 GMT<p>Welcome to the Estie Insider! In this episode we explain how we came together, becoming Face Reality Skincare Ambassadors, and more. </p> no00:30:51Welcome to The Estie Insider! Episode 1full<![CDATA[How We Structure our Acne Bootcamp Programs]]>Today we’re giving you a behind-the-scenes look at how we structure our acne bootcamp programs. We chat about consultations, pricing, length of treatments, frequency, memberships etc. If you are building your acne bootcamp program, this episode is for you!


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/How-We-Structure-our-Acne-Bootcamp-Programs-e3j7htacae6c337-d5d6-48ba-9792-117447b51a95Thu, 14 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>Today we’re giving you a behind-the-scenes look at how we structure our acne bootcamp programs. We chat about consultations, pricing, length of treatments, frequency, memberships etc. If you are building your acne bootcamp program, this episode is for you!</p><p><br /></p> no00:45:59How We Structure our Acne Bootcamp Programsfull<![CDATA[Is It Purging...or Is Your Skin Just Not Agreeing With That Product?]]>In this episode we talk about how to tell the difference between purging & if your skin simply isn't agreeing with a product. We also talk about tips to get through the purge without losing your mind!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Is-It-Purging---or-Is-Your-Skin-Just-Not-Agreeing-With-That-Product-e3f0jmq273b623b-848a-411d-961d-cac65be55253Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:18:24 GMT<p>In this episode we talk about how to tell the difference between purging &amp; if your skin simply isn't agreeing with a product. We also talk about tips to get through the purge without losing your mind! </p> no00:29:57Is It Purging...or Is Your Skin Just Not Agreeing With That Product?full<![CDATA[Setting Boundaries in Business]]>

Every business needs boundaries — for the owner and for the clients. In this episode, we talk about why clear policies and expectations protect your time, your energy, and your business, while also creating a better experience for the people you serve.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Setting-Boundaries-in-Business-e3gg8e72644d56f-9b13-497e-ab5d-b0c0f7b6db08Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p><br /></p><p>Every business needs boundaries — for the owner and for the clients. In this episode, we talk about why clear policies and expectations protect your time, your energy, and your business, while also creating a better experience for the people you serve.</p> no00:44:24Setting Boundaries in Businessfull<![CDATA[Is the Beauty & Esthetics Industry Dying]]>With the rise of DIY treatments, TikTok trends & financial struggles-- what does that mean for the industry? How can we position ourselves to succeed throughout these changes?

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Is-the-Beauty--Esthetics-Industry-Dying-e3dmpiqa4b0b3e8-04a5-4d19-8592-2fb5a536cb42Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:26:25 GMT<p>With the rise of DIY treatments, TikTok trends &amp; financial struggles-- what does that mean for the industry? How can we position ourselves to succeed throughout these changes?</p> no00:39:28Is the Beauty & Esthetics Industry Dyingfull<![CDATA[Favorite & Least Favorite Ingredients in Skincare]]>In this episode Chelsea, Jaclyn & Rebekah talk about their favorite and least favorite ingredients in skincare products.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Favorite--Least-Favorite-Ingredients-in-Skincare-e3b7c576347d638-1cd3-4f17-a6b6-90c5eb6b2bf4Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode Chelsea, Jaclyn &amp; Rebekah talk about their favorite and least favorite ingredients in skincare products.</p> no00:27:0012Favorite & Least Favorite Ingredients in Skincarefull<![CDATA[We Listen and We Don't Judge: Simple Skincare]]>New to skincare? Dont know where to start? It can be intimidating! Also- we've done some sketchy stuff to our own faces. Dont judge!!!!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/We-Listen-and-We-Dont-Judge-Simple-Skincare-e3e1eho12846732-4955-4603-9825-723c8a4a1f4aThu, 22 Jan 2026 14:17:23 GMT<p>New to skincare? Dont know where to start? It can be intimidating! Also- we've done some sketchy stuff to our own faces. Dont judge!!!!</p> no00:41:29We Listen and We Don't Judge: Simple Skincarefull<![CDATA[Listener Q&A]]>This one feels like sitting in on our group chat. We answer listener questions, swap crazy client stories, talk business hardships, and share the people in the industry who continue to inspire us.


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Listener-QA-e3j7lima86fd924-485d-4d3d-8f1a-4d2d146b781eThu, 28 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>This one feels like sitting in on our group chat. We answer listener questions, swap crazy client stories, talk business hardships, and share the people in the industry who continue to inspire us.</p><p><br /></p> no00:50:18Listener Q&Afull<![CDATA[Just Shooting the Sh*t Part 2]]>A casual, free-flowing episode where we discuss our own skincare questions, favorite brands, insights into the industry, and all the random sh*t between.


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Just-Shooting-the-Sht-Part-2-e3gs6fc908a1379-0e87-40ef-aeb8-6e1fb7516756Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>A casual, free-flowing episode where we discuss our own skincare questions, favorite brands, insights into the industry, and all the random sh*t between.</p><p><br /></p> no00:36:20Just Shooting the Sh*t Part 2full<![CDATA[A Year In Review 2025 Wins & Losses]]>In this episode we discuss the good and bad of 2025. From losing & gaining employees to going alcohol free and ditching a few product lines. We're ready to head into 2026 strong!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/A-Year-In-Review-2025-Wins--Losses-e3cepbhde36b55c-fc04-4283-a87b-dbc952b0cca5Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode we discuss the good and bad of 2025. From losing &amp; gaining employees to going alcohol free and ditching a few product lines. We're ready to head into 2026 strong!</p> no00:39:25A Year In Review 2025 Wins & Lossesfull<![CDATA[Just Shooting the Sh*t Pt. 3]]>Back at it again with another yap session! In today's episode we chat about the future of trade shows, liquid microneedling, potential business moves, and more!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Just-Shooting-the-Sht-Pt--3-e3iatnb80997bf3-5d8e-4c0e-b265-fe1c6ece1cdeThu, 23 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>Back at it again with another yap session! In today's episode we chat about the future of trade shows, liquid microneedling, potential business moves, and more! </p> no00:35:53Just Shooting the Sh*t Pt. 3full<![CDATA[Business Marketing Strategies ]]>In this episode, we break down the marketing strategies we’ve tested in our businesses, including what brought results, what didn’t, and the lessons we learned along the way.


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Business-Marketing-Strategies-e3jbc3nbe8cd46b-23f4-4f13-a092-ec2ef97976bcThu, 21 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode, we break down the marketing strategies we’ve tested in our businesses, including what brought results, what didn’t, and the lessons we learned along the way.</p><p><br /></p> no00:35:49Business Marketing Strategies full<![CDATA[Business 101: What We Should’ve Known From Day 1]]>Class is in session! In this episode we talk about the very basics of what starting an esthetics business looks like, and some key points you need to know.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Business-101-What-We-Shouldve-Known-From-Day-1-e3dbc1352df0361-9bfb-4d59-9283-9129119af688Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>Class is in session! In this episode we talk about the very basics of what starting an esthetics business looks like, and some key points you need to know.</p> no00:50:28Business 101: What We Should’ve Known From Day 1full<![CDATA[Your Skin and Holiday Stress & Nutrition]]>Does your skin freak out from Thanksgiving to New Years? You aren't alone!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Your-Skin-and-Holiday-Stress--Nutrition-e3c4cf2a8ad83ca-7423-46f9-a5f2-e881fdf27361Thu, 11 Dec 2025 15:00:00 GMT<p>Does your skin freak out from Thanksgiving to New Years? You aren't alone!</p> no00:46:02Your Skin and Holiday Stress & Nutritionfull<![CDATA[From Treatment Room to Formulation Lab: The Journey Behind VABARE Skin Ft Jillian Schaeffer]]>What does it actually take to create your own skincare line? In this episode, Jillian opens up about her journey to founding VABARE Skin—how the idea started, the challenges she faced, and the lessons that shaped the brand. A candid conversation about passion, perseverance, and learning as you go.


VABARE Kickstarter Page:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/vabareskin/vabare-skin?fbclid=PAdGRleAPsY05leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAafbThP-JRPBS-Izf7pT2F8vZEfgpdcYgzC2mRwOyPDROdipQnK3AtBPomijOg_aem_IMLQsyNdZ5_Tco7g0QGVjg&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio


Jillian's Instagram @aesthete.skin.studio :

https://www.instagram.com/aesthete.skin.studio/

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/From-Treatment-Room-to-Formulation-Lab-The-Journey-Behind-VABARE-Skin-Ft-Jillian-Schaeffer-e3el4pb25540c50-dd0b-4d45-b3bd-8f640e242b3eThu, 05 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>What does it actually take to create your own skincare line? In this episode, Jillian opens up about her journey to founding <strong>VABARE Skin</strong>—how the idea started, the challenges she faced, and the lessons that shaped the brand. A candid conversation about passion, perseverance, and learning as you go.</p><p><br /></p><p>VABARE Kickstarter Page:</p><p><a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/vabareskin/vabare-skin?fbclid=PAdGRleAPsY05leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAafbThP-JRPBS-Izf7pT2F8vZEfgpdcYgzC2mRwOyPDROdipQnK3AtBPomijOg_aem_IMLQsyNdZ5_Tco7g0QGVjg&amp;utm_source=ig&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=link_in_bio" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/vabareskin/vabare-skin?fbclid=PAdGRleAPsY05leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAafbThP-JRPBS-Izf7pT2F8vZEfgpdcYgzC2mRwOyPDROdipQnK3AtBPomijOg_aem_IMLQsyNdZ5_Tco7g0QGVjg&amp;utm_source=ig&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=link_in_bio</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Jillian's Instagram @aesthete.skin.studio :</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/aesthete.skin.studio/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/aesthete.skin.studio/</a></p> no00:59:45From Treatment Room to Formulation Lab: The Journey Behind VABARE Skin Ft Jillian Schaefferfull<![CDATA[Just Shooting The Sh*t]]>An unfiltered slightly unhinged episode about lots of random stuff in the industry.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Just-Shooting-The-Sht-e3fjsfud29dbfff-5d12-4eae-8c04-7150b951338fThu, 26 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT<p>An unfiltered slightly unhinged episode about lots of random stuff in the industry. </p> no00:38:01Just Shooting The Sh*tfull<![CDATA[Imposter Syndrome In The Aesthetics Industry]]>Why is imposter syndrome so prevalent in the aesthetics industry and how to we overcome it?

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/estie-insider/episodes/Imposter-Syndrome-In-The-Aesthetics-Industry-e3gb9b531578c3c-9a12-430a-bb01-4d547d8bf8fdThu, 12 Mar 2026 13:29:04 GMT<p>Why is imposter syndrome so prevalent in the aesthetics industry and how to we overcome it?</p> no00:47:16Imposter Syndrome In The Aesthetics Industryfull