The Beauty Ritual Podcast

One year after opening his own salon, Daniel K. Palmer returns to The Beauty Ritual Podcast for an honest conversation about what success looks like when the honeymoon phase is over. In this year-in-review episode, Daniel reflects on the unexpected challenges of building a business, the difficult lessons that only experience can teach, and how his definition of success has evolved. From navigating...

In this episode of Beauty Ritual, Eva sits down with legendary hairstylist Peter Lamas creator of Peter Lamas Beauty—a true icon whose career spans decades at the highest level of beauty, fashion, and film. From styling some of the most influential women in history, including Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and Diana Ross, to assisting Vidal Sassoon on the groundbreaking haircut that defined Rosemary’s...

TC Luisi brings over three decades of artistry, resilience, and evolution to this conversation. A professional makeup artist with 37 years of experience in television and film TC has spent her career behind the scenes shaping how beauty shows up on screen. But her journey didn’t stop there. After navigating her own battle with cancer, TC’s relationship to beauty transformed on a deeply personal le...

At Kismet Salon, we hosted our very first live panel event—an intimate, electric evening bringing together five voices shaping the beauty industry from distinctly different paths. Gabriella Price (esthetician), Amber Rose (hairstylist and makeup artist), Fabe Gutierrez (teacher and esthetician), Rachel Lita (set hairstylist), and Nicoletta Gauci (salon owner and hairstylist) joined us for a conver...

Alexandra Garnand takes us behind the curtain of the luxury salon world—where prestige, pressure, and perfection often collide. From building her craft in some of the highest-end salons to ultimately cultivating her creativity entirely her own, Alexandra shares the unfiltered reality of what it takes to evolve in this industry. In this episode, she opens up about navigating toxic salon environment...

On this episode of The Beauty Ritual Podcast, we sit down with Kaylee Graham from the Financial Aid office at Paul Mitchell to talk about what it really means to invest in your creativity — not just financially, but emotionally, energetically, and courageously. We explore how education can be a powerful launchpad, the myths and realities around financial aid, and the mindset shifts that help stude...

In this episode we sit down with psychotherapist Kate Williams, whose path into mental health began in an unexpected place: behind the makeup brush. With a former career as a makeup artist, Kate brings a rare dual perspective—one rooted in aesthetics, the other in emotional truth. Together, we explore how beauty rituals can act as portals into deeper self-understanding, the psychology behind the f...

We sit down with Gabriella Price, the owner and founder of Purefection LA, a clinic celebrated for its compassionate, science-based approach to skincare. Known for transforming not just complexions but confidence, Gabriella has built a practice centered on healing acne and other skin conditions through evidence-backed treatments and genuine care. We talk about the emotional side of skin struggles,...

In this episode of Beauty Ritual, we sit down with Amber Rose — a Los Angeles–based hair and makeup artist celebrated for her ability to enhance natural beauty while adding creative pops of color that feel both effortless and elevated. Amber’s artistry has been featured in V Magazine, GQ, and Teen Vogue, and she’s brought her touch to red carpets, award shows, and major campaigns for brands like N...

Eva reconnects with fellow Umberto alum Liz Rexroat.  Back when both stylists were assisting at the salon, we follow Liz carving out her path in the industry—one that would eventually lead her to become a salon owner in the heart of West Hollywood. Liz shares the journey of how she built her career, the lessons learned along the way, and what it really takes to grow from stylist to entrepreneur. T...

In this episode, host Eva Stasce reconnects with her former beauty school teacher Nicoletta Gauci, now the owner of Kismet Salon. Together, they reflect on the full-circle journey from the classroom to the salon floor, the lessons that never leave you, and how mentorship shapes a stylist’s artistry. Nicoletta shares what inspired her to open Kismet, the values she’s built into its culture, and the...

We sat down with Fabe — a heartfelt esthetician, educator, and beauty mentor whose career has touched both clients and future professionals alike. With a background working for industry giants like Sephora and Paul Mitchell, Fabe blends technical expertise with a genuine passion for nurturing confidence in others. Beyond skincare, he brings a unique perspective on teaching, mentoring, and guiding...

We’re kicking off Season 2 of the Beauty Ritual Podcast with Chelsea Sule—makeup artist, creative visionary, and retired beauty agent. Chelsea has worked with iconic names like Playboy, Pat McGrath, Anna Sui,and many more. She brings a rare perspective from both sides of the beauty industry: behind the brush and behind the contracts (yes, beauty professionals have agents!). In this conversation, E...

What does it really take to become a licensed cosmetologist today? Spoiler alert: its not the same as it used to be. In this episode, we're joined by Danny Jouglet, a seasoned stylist with 14 years behind the chair and a passion for teaching the next generation of beauty pros. Danny gives us the inside scoop on how cosmetology licensing has evolved-from fewer school hours to major changes in...

In this episode, we are joined by the magnetic Rachel Lita - a rising star in the world of freelance hairdressing whose passport is as full as her portfolio. From photoshoots to red carpets, Rachel travels internationally with celebrity clients, all while crafting her own avant-garde looks that push the boundaries of beauty and artistry. We talk about what it really takes to make it behind the sce...

In this episode we sit down with the incredible Daniel K Palmer - Australian born hairstylist, former 100% Hotter makeover expert, and now the proud owner of his first salon in West Hollywood. Known for his authenticity, innovation and warmhearted approach to hair, Daniel shares his journey from Perth, to reality TV, to creating a space where everyone can experience their best hair. But this conve...

In this episode Eva sits down with Brooke Hackett a powerhouse who just competed in the prestigious Ben Weider bodybuilding competition. Brooke opens up about her journey in the world of bodybuilding-how sculpting her body has reshaped her sense of identity, beauty and confidence at every stage of her life. Together, we dive into the complexities of pushing physical limits, confronting current bea...

Having grey hair in your 20's in 1990 vs. 2024 reflects significant changes in social attitudes and beauty standards. For so long going grey as a young person was seen as undesirable and even unusual. The rise in the "silver hair" trend, where people intentionally dye their hair grey or silver, not to mention public figures proudly sporting grey hair has created a culture where it i...

So tell me, would you consider a zodiac inspired haircut? From birth charts to rising sign basics its easy to get sucked into the wormhole that is astrology on social media. Astrology has found its way into many aspects of our culture, including hair salons where it can influence not only casual conversation but also the services offered. To answer our burning questions and give us a firm foundati...

Photography has played a crucial role in the globalization of beauty standards. Images shared in magazines, advertisements and now social media have created a more uniform idea of what is considered beautiful. This weeks guest, photographer Gracie Newman shares her incites and experience to broaden our view of how we see creativity and ourselves. To see more of Gracie's work follow her @graci...

Meet makeup artist David Deleon, an award winning makeup artist for Jane Fonda, Barbara Streisand, Sarah Michelle Gellar and many more. David advocates for natural beauty: promotes the idea that beauty is not confined to youth and that people of all ages can be beautiful in their own unique ways. Find out what it means to be anti anti-aging and more on this episode of the Beauty Ritual Podcast. Ke...

What do breakups and botox have to do with each other? Breakups can sometimes leave people feeling self conscious about their looks, especially if they are re-entering the dating scene. Opting for botox or skin treatments (and yes sometimes bangs) can be seen as a commitment to self care and self improvement. We are not always reminded that botox (or bangs) something from the outside, can't f...

Meet Robyn, best known as @itsgingerfitness our favorite Rumble boxing trainer and now Nike Studios founding trainer. Robyn leads by example that through fitness you learn to appreciate your body for what it can do rather than how it looks. Let’s explore what inner beauty looks like in having a strong, resilient and empowered sense of self, the importance of community, and the spaces we choose to...

It's important to note that the relationship between purpose and appearance is highly subjective.  Kelly Gilbert knows best that this can vary significantly from person to person. Growing up in Los Angeles and a successful career working alongside companies such as Disney and BeachBody have informed so much of how Kelly relates to these subjects. Speaking from personal experience we explore h...

Up for debate in todays episode with Yulia Chaladze is massage versus botox, exploring the camp that says no to injectables and yes to good old fashion french massage. Can these modalities work synergistically with each other?  The science will have you thinking twice, maybe even making a different choice when its time to book your next facial appointment. Find out more about Yulia's work @es...