Skin Talks

Teenage skincare, health and hormones are always conversations we are having with our community at BSE, and we were so happy to welcome back Morgan Kelly to The SKNKRE Podcast. Her knowledge on this was extremely insightful, and we went in depth on some important topics. We discussed common skin health challenges faced by teenagers, hormonal changes, as well as fast trends in the beauty world! LIN...

We are so excited to have welcomed Jake Karls, Co-Founder of Midday Squares on The SKNKRE Podcast. We moved skincare aside for this one, and chatted with Jake about growing his business, building confidence, taking care of his mental health as an entrepreneur, and showing up as his best, most authentic self.  Jake is so passionate about what he does, and we hope you will take away some inspiration...

Warning: this episode may or may not completely change the way you shape your skincare routine! We had an in depth conversation with Dr. Jeanne Retief about understanding the difference between natural and synthetic ingredients. We learned so much about this topic, and there is so much more to this than we even thought. You’re going to want to take some notes, trust us! LINKS: Discover  FIGGI Life...

You already know how important it is to update your skincare routine when the seasons change, and as we move into the colder months, we’re having a lot of discussions around Fall and Winter routines. Emily Wollenman from Higher education is back for a third time to help you understand why your skin changes during the colder season, how to choose the right products and how external elements can be...

Acne is a huge topic in the skincare industry, and something that we are always looking to learn more about. Understanding what causes acne is at the basis of how we treat it, and Dr. Varma is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to acne skin, and the skin microbiomes.  Dr. Varma’s mission is to change the way we treat chronic bacterial diseases, and is working tirelessly to achieve this goal wit...

With the skincare industry constantly evolving, it’s important for consumers to understand what ingredients to look out for in their skincare products, and how they benefit the skin. Joanne Hendry is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to skin health and understanding ingredients. In this first part, she dives into a few of the most researched ingredients in skincare, and how they work for the s...

As important as it is to stay on top of your skin care game, makeup is certainly no exception! We often overlook the impact that makeup can have on the skin’s health, and we wanted to have a discussion with Oxygenetics around quality makeup, high quality formulations, and common misconceptions around professional grade makeup. Sheila Walsh gave us an in depth look into the world of professional gr...

This episode is all about hair care and hair health, and we were thrilled to be joined by Jordan Alexander from K18.  Jordan Alexander has been involved in the beauty industry for more than 15 years both as a salon professional and educator. Currently, he is the senior director of global sales and education for K18 Hair. We are obsessed with K18 products and we hope you will love them too!  LINKS:...

Dr. Andrew Dargie is the founder and lead educator for ‘the botox course’ and ‘the filler course’, Canada’s gold standard aesthetics training programs. We were thrilled to have him on the podcast to discuss a few very important treatments in the medical aesthetics world: what they are, what patients can expect, and common misconceptions. We already can’t wait to have him back on the podcast! LINKS...

Dr. Jeanne Retief, Founder of FIGGI Life and FIGGI Beauty, joins us today with a fascinating discussion around free radicals and antioxidants, and how these affect the skin. Jeanne was diagnosed with Panic Disorder in 2015 which forced her to reconsider her life path and views on mental illness. Facing a health and soul crisis, she had to make difficult choices. The human rights career she built w...

Your favourite beauty box is back, and we’re so excited to be launching the Fall '23 Edition of the Glow FIX Box on Saturday, October 14th at 8am EST. Tasch and Beate give you all the tea about what you can expect from this box, and why the Glow FIX Box concept was born. Set your alarms! LINKS: Be the first to know when the Fall Glow FIX Box drops  here. Discover all things Boutique Skin Envie  he...

We already know the dangers of blue light exposure, and this episode breaks down everything you want to know: what is blue light, how it affects your skin, and what you can do to help minimize the damage it causes. There are so many different opinions on this topic, and it was so great to bring awareness to this subject with Emily Wollenman, Global Director of Brand Education at Higher Education S...

In this week’s episode, we welcomed Dan Anton, salon owner of Anton Designs to answer all of our questions regarding hair colour: changing it, maintaining it, and keeping your hair healthy during any transformation. After 40 plus years in the industry, Dan loves the challenges hair colour brings, as well as the joy he gets from bringing clients from the depths of despair to the heights elation! Th...

We’re back again with licensed Naturopath Frances Michaelson, to discuss reverse osmosis, and how tap water can impact your skin, gut and overall health. She gives us an in depth explanation of why this is such an important system to have in your home, and all of the benefits of reverse osmosis water.  Connect with Frances on  Instagram Check out the Live The Wow  website .  Discover all things Bo...

We are back once again with Dr. Cory Goldberg, Plastic and Craniofacial Surgeon. This episode is a deep dive into everything you should know pre and post plastic surgery. We discuss ideal skincare regimens, post-procedure protocols, recovery and cutting-edge technologies that can ease post-procedure symptoms. LINKS: Connect with Dr. Cory Goldberg here. Linktree  https://linktr.ee/olivia.corygoldbe...

Exilis Ultra 360 is a treatment that we swear by at BSE. We always recommend a series of this treatment to our clients, and it was so insightful and interesting to have such an in depth conversation about this technology with Amanda George-Ryans BSE, RN.  Amanda has been a registered nurse for 13 years, and in the aesthetics industry for 10, and we had the opportunity to ask her all of our best qu...

BSE just recently brought in one of the most sought after brands in skincare: Augustinus Bader. We sat down with Morgan Kelly, National Educator for the brand, to discuss all of the things about their powerful and impressive skincare line. From the formulation, to the research and development and even the principles this brand embodies, we know you’ll be wanting to try out this brand next! LINKS:...

The colder months are just around the corner, and in the skincare world, that means it’s time to check in with your skin and switch up your routine! BSE Founders Beate & Tasch pop off and share all of their best skincare tips for fall, from treating hyperpigmentation to what products to add to your routine. Get ready for your most radiant skin ever after listening to this episode! All products...

This week’s episode features Ivan Galanin, who founded Adipeau, a one-product-only brand that has developed a unique Active Face Cream to treat his skin concerns and struggles. The science behind this singular anti-aging product is fascinating, and Ivan shares his story with so much passion for his brand and business. We know you’ll add his Face Cream to your cart before the end of this episode to...

Melanie Chabot, Founder of Extensions MTL and Master Extensions Educator, founded her hair extension empire in 2017. With a team of four talented professionals, Melanie ensures that Extensions MTL maintains its reputation as a leading provider of hair extension services. Her ultimate goal is to help people feel their best by harnessing the transformative power of hair extensions. Whether it's for...

BSE LOVES Environ skincare, and we were so excited to have David on to discuss the impressive research and development that goes into their product lines.  David has over 25 years experience building businesses, leading transformation and delivering customer focused growth strategies. He is a graduate from the Masters in Business Administration program at Rotman School of Business and currently ow...

We were so excited to highlight the summer months and the warmer weather with Machael from sun care brand COOLA. This episode is all about protecting your body from the sun's strong rays, and the importance of using broad spectrum protection for the ultimate results. You already know that we take SPF very seriously, and this high level conversation is sure to convince you, too! LINKS: Shop Coola P...

Alexa Barron is a Medical Aesthetician and fellow Partner at SkinEnvie Medispa & Boutique. We invited her on the podcast to discuss two of her specialties: lash extensions and brow lamination! She explains in-depth what these procedures entail, different approaches depending on your desired look, and how to choose the right aesthetician. If you were sitting on the fence about these treatments,...

A pioneer in the fitness/wellness industry, Frances Michaelson is a licensed Naturopath passionate about guiding people toward a holistic path to wellness. Frances is particularly interested in digestive health, hormonal health, weight loss and autoimmune disorders. This episode is all about superfoods and how these can impact your skin’s health. Grab a notebook and get ready to learn Frances’ tip...

With over 20 years in the healthcare industry, Ernie Chow has been an important key player in launching several major aesthetic brands. In this week’s episode, we get granular about pre and post procedure care. From essential skincare recommendations, to ingredients and even common mistakes and misconceptions, this is your ultimate guide to the best skin ever! LINKS: Shop Alastin Skincare:  https:...