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Welcome to Esthetician Unlocked, hosted by Elaine Sterling. You're now entering the podcast for navigating the fast-paced world of beauty trends. Through practical, expert-led conversations, we help you sift through the TikTok trends, Instagram reels and influencer recommendation to find what really works. Whether you’re a beauty newbie or a seasoned enthusiast, we’ll equip you with practical tips, honest reviews and the knowledge to make informed choices for your beauty journey. Tune in for fresh perspectives, myth-busting insights and everything you need to keep your beauty routine on point in this ever-evolving world!
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- 4 days ago1h 4m
Stop Abusing Retinol: The Microbiome Conversation ft. Dr. Tiina Meder
The beauty industry has spent years selling bigger and stronger everything - higher concentrations, more actives and “better” results. But Dr. Tiina Meder asks: at what cost? In this episode of Esthetician Unlocked, host Elaine Sterling sits down with Dr. Tiina Meder, dermatologist, cosmetic safety expert and founder of Meder Beauty, to unpack the microbiome, the rise of sensitive skin, the overuse of retinol and why safe skincare is not “less advanced” skincare. Tiina gets into peptides, probiotics, barrier health, brand education, the gut-skin-brain axis and why estheticians need to stop confusing aggressive with effective.
- 2 weeks ago54 min
Stop Freestyling on People’s Faces ft. Lyn Ross
Chemical peels, dermaplaning, microneedling, devices, treatment stacking - the esthetics industry has never had more tools. But more tools never made a better practitioner. In this episode of Esthetician Unlocked, host Elaine Sterling sits down with Lyn Ross, founder of Institut’ DERMed, to talk about the science, discipline and emotional intelligence that has driven her skincare practice for over 4 decades. Lyn gets into the product knowledge estheticians cannot afford to fake, why unconditioned skin should not be pushed into aggressive treatments and why the healing power of touch still matters in a device-obsessed industry.
- Jun 30, 202630 min
The Beauty Business Advice Estheticians Don’t Get in School ft. Crystal Ngozi Ochemba
A lot of estheticians are taught how to treat skin. Not nearly enough are taught how to run a business that survives. In this episode of Esthetician Unlocked, host Elaine Sterling sits down with Crystal Ngozi Ochemba, founder and lead esthetician of Crystal Ngozi Beauty and Esthetics, to talk about building a real, profitable, and purpose-led practice. From niching down in skin of color to pricing with confidence, preselling services, protecting cash flow, and leading with education instead of equipment flexes, Crystal shares the kind of advice estheticians usually have to learn the hard way. This episode serves as a much-needed reminder that nothing can save a bad beauty business - not even the most expensive lasers in town.
- May 26, 202647 min
The Hidden Truth of Melanin Care & Skin Safety, with JoElle Lee
You’d think safe and skillful treatment of melanin-rich skin would be a thing by now. But unfortunately, the aesthetics industry continues to fall short. In this episode of Esthetician Unlocked, host Elaine Sterling sits down with JoElle Lee, a powerhouse in medical aesthetics with nearly three decades of experience, to discuss why treating melanin-rich skin safely and skillfully is not just a specialty - it's a moral and professional imperative. From launching the Skin of Color Global Institute to addressing systemic gaps in esthetics education, JoElle shares battle-tested protocols, myth-busting insights and her candid view of how the industry needs to change.
- May 22, 20261 min
Esthetician Unlocked
Welcome to Esthetician Unlocked, hosted by Elaine Sterling. You're now entering the podcast for navigating the fast-paced world of beauty trends. Through practical, expert-led conversations, we help you sift through the TikTok trends, Instagram reels and influencer recommendation to find what really works. Whether you’re a beauty newbie or a seasoned enthusiast, we’ll equip you with practical tips, honest reviews and the knowledge to make informed choices for your beauty journey. Tune in for fresh perspectives, myth-busting insights and everything you need to keep your beauty routine on point in this ever-evolving world! Subscribe now :)
- Oct 2, 202522 min
Give Me Your Hand W/ Quinise Arnold
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Esthetician Unlocked, we sit down with Quinise Arnold to talk about her business journey, the story behind her name inspired by Maya Angelou, and the latest nail beauty trends. We also play a fun round of Beauty or Baloney where Quinise puts her nail expertise to the test. Quinise Arnold is a multidisciplinary creative and business strategist who leads with presence and purpose. As the owner of Conceit Nail and Beauty Studios, a licensed Realtor, and an awa...
- Sep 10, 202524 min
The Power of Transformation (hypnotherapy, hair and hustle) W/ Cheron Hamner
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Esthetician Unlocked, we sit down with Cheron Hamner master stylist, beauty entrepreneur, and motivational leader. From her beginnings as an Atlanta stylist to building a seven-figure salon business, Cheron shares her powerful story of resilience, transformation, and success. Our conversation explores her journey to Atlanta, the role of hypnotherapy and personal development in her growth, and her unique perspective on hair trends and the evolving beauty ind...
- Aug 27, 202519 min
Two Truths and a Lie with Erik Maney
Send us Fan Mail In this fun and candid episode, Elaine sits down with our brand-new Director of Student Services, Mr. Erik Maney, to give listeners the inside scoop on the man behind the title. From his approach to balancing work and life, to his love of music and the gym, to navigating dating and building authentic connections Erik opens up about who he is beyond the office. To top it off, Erik and Elaine play a round of Two Truths and a Lie that you don’t want to miss! This episode is all ...
About Esthetician Unlocked
Welcome to Esthetician Unlocked, hosted by Elaine Sterling. You're now entering the podcast for navigating the fast-paced world of beauty trends. Through practical, expert-led conversations, we help you sift through the TikTok trends, Instagram reels and influencer recommendation to find what really works. Whether you’re a beauty newbie or a seasoned enthusiast, we’ll equip you with practical tips, honest reviews and the knowledge to make informed choices for your beauty journey. Tune in for fresh perspectives, myth-busting insights and everything you need to keep your beauty routine on point in this ever-evolving world!
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