The Skindustry

This week on The Skindustry , I'm joined by Functional Skin Practitioner and educator, Faye Knox , to explore why skincare alone isn't always enough when it comes to clearing acne and other chronic skin conditions. We dive into what a functional approach to skin health actually looks like, how internal factors such as stress, hormones, gut health and lifestyle can influence the skin, and...

This week's episode is a little controversial… 👀 Blood testing has become one of the biggest trends in the skin industry, but do I believe every skin specialist should be offering it? Absolutely not ❌  In this episode, I'm sharing my thoughts on why blood tests are a tool, not the treatment, why I don't believe you need them to become an incredible skin specialist, and why I choos...

Welcome back to The Skindustry! 🫶🏼🤍 This week, I’m joined by self-leadership coach Rebecca Harrington for a conversation that I know so many women, especially business owners and mums, are going to resonate with. We often hear that women can “have it all” - but at what cost? Together, we dive into the realities of motherhood, business ownership, burnout and the pressure many women feel to keep...

This week's episode is a little different 👀  I'm getting ready for the SKIN&KIN event on Monday (today!) and thought it was the perfect time for a catch-up episode. I talk about the excitement of attending industry events, the importance of surrounding yourself with like-minded people, and why stepping away from your day-to-day environment can completely change your perspective. I a...

Have you ever felt like you're working harder on your client's skin than they are? In this week's episode of The Skindustry Podcast, I'm diving into a topic that every skin specialist will relate to at some point in their career - how to be firmer with clients whilst still being fair, supportive and professional. A fellow practitioner recently asked me how to deal with clients...

Today’s episode is a BIG one 👀⚡️ I’m joined by the incredible Emily from  Emily Jayne Skin Revision - acne specialist, educator and founder of the Advanced Acne Academy, and honestly, this conversation is one EVERY skin specialist needs to hear. Fun fact - I actually completed Emily’s academy myself back in 2024 when she first launched, so this felt like a really full-circle conversation and one...

This week on The Skindustry 🎙️✨ I’m talking all about the Functional Skin Academy event I attended last week, why it left me feeling SO inspired, and why getting yourself into the right rooms can completely change your mindset, motivation and business. When you work alone, it’s so easy to get stuck in your own bubble, and sometimes being surrounded by like-minded people who genuinely understand y...

In this episode, I’m talking about something I think so many business owners are silently struggling with - burnout 🔥  I open up about what burnout actually looked like for me behind the scenes, what led me there, and the moment I realised something had to change. After constantly overworking, overfilling my diary, and convincing myself I just needed to “push through”, I finally made the terrifyi...

If you feel like you need more clients to make more money… this episode is your reality check 👀   Because more clients isn’t the answer - a better business model is. I’m joined by my first ever guest, @bylaurenjohnson , who helps business owners build passive income, create multiple income streams, and scale in a way that doesn’t lead to burnout 🔥  We break down why being fully booked can still...

Cheap prices aren’t just hurting your business - they’re damaging the entire industry 😢  In this episode, I’m breaking down the real impact of undercharging, why it’s making it harder for skin specialists to be taken seriously, especially in the whole “medic vs non-medic” conversation, and how it’s affecting your ability to actually build a profitable, sustainable clinic 💰  I’ll also walk you th...

Branding is one of the most overlooked parts of building a successful skin business… but it could be the exact reason you're not attracting the clients you actually want 👀  In this episode, I’m breaking down why branding is so much more than just a logo or a colour palette, and how it directly impacts your ability to attract, convert and retain clients. Because the truth is… people don’t jus...

Most new skin businesses are set up wrong… and it’s not your fault. The industry is louder than ever. More courses. More treatments. More pressure to do everything. But no one is actually teaching you how to build a business that works. In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what I would do if I had to start my skin business from scratch in 2026… with no clients, no following, and no reputatio...

Everyone is talking about the new aesthetics regulations… and honestly? The level of panic right now is unreal 👀 Group chats are blowing up People are rushing into courses Training academies are telling you what you “need” to do But the truth is… a lot of it isn’t actually confirmed yet In this episode, I’m breaking down the new regulations in Scotland, what’s actually happening, and what this co...

Everyone is using AI right now… but most people are using it completely wrong 👀  If your content feels flat, robotic, or just isn’t converting, this episode is going to hit home 🤍 I’m breaking down exactly how I use AI in my business, from content planning and email marketing to offers, pricing and client education. But more importantly, I’m showing you why so many people are getting it wrong… a...

In this episode of The Skindustry, we’re talking about one of the biggest things therapists struggle with in business - boundaries. From last-minute cancellations and no-shows, to clients turning up late and expecting you to bend the rules, this episode dives into why clear policies are absolutely essential if you want to protect your time, income and sanity as a business owner. I’m breaking down...

Manifesting is everywhere right now. Vision boards, affirmations, “just believe and it will happen.” But is it actually real, or just another bit of business woo? In this episode I’m getting honest about mindset, manifestation and what it actually looks like when you’re building a business behind the scenes. I’m sharing my own experience with mindset over the years, how it’s helped me push through...

Welcome to the very first episode of The SKINdustry. In this episode, I’m introducing myself, sharing how I built my business from nothing over the last 12 years, and why turning 30 made me stop waiting and finally start this podcast. If you’re growing a business but constantly second-guessing yourself, feeling alone in the industry, or scared of making mistakes, this is for you. No gatekeeping. N...