The Bright Side of Beauty

#38 Hey friends! This week I’m joined by one of our newest team members at Beyond Skin Aesthetics, Caitlin Hardy! Caitlin is an RN launching her aesthetics career. She was the girl in high school with a full beat and cut crease at 8am, a typical Gen-Z queen, and honestly, is keeping us all on trend LOL. In this episode, we talked about how Caitlin convinced us to create a job for her, tips for get...

#37 Hey friends! This week I’m joined by my friend, Colorescience VP, Professional Relations, Alisha Merlo. We were blessed to have Iris DeLawrence from Grace Haven Ohio also join us as the topic expert on a topic dear to Alisha’s heart, and on the front of many of our minds. In this episode, we discuss the realities of sex trafficking, and internet safety. The truth is, sex trafficking is somethi...

#36 Hey friends! This week I’m joined by Colorescience Executive Vice President, Sales and Education, Heather Goodchild. Heather is a dear friend of mine, and beyond that, a transformative mentor. She saw me in a room full of people, and identified something that I didn’t yet see in myself. I share a little more about this on my IG ❤️ In this episode, we talked about how Heather became the profess...

#35 Hey friends! The time has come. Let’s talk Mommy Glow Up. One of the most popular questions I get in my DM’s (right behind my makeup routine) is what I’ve done post-partum to look and feel my best. This episode has been long awaited, and highly requested! In this mini episode, I cover the top 5 things I did that made me look and feel like myself, but better. Because let’s be real. Mom’s are ma...

#34 Hey friends! This week I’m back with the founder of Dean Garland, Joe Griffin! Joe is a serial entrepreneur and pioneer in the web space. He started out in SEO before SEO was even a thing, LOL. I’ve shared many times before, we have brought all of our marketing in house at Beyond Skin Aesthetics, aside from two areas - Web & SEO who we partner with Jared Rohrer at Aesthetic Conversion on,...

#33 Hey friends! This week I’m joined by the founder of Dean Garland, Joe Griffin! Joe is a serial entrepreneur and pioneer in the web space. He started out in SEO before SEO was even a thing, LOL. I’ve shared many times before, we have brought all of our marketing in house at Beyond Skin Aesthetics, aside from two areas - Web & SEO who we partner with Jared Rohrer at Aesthetic Conversion on,...

#32 Hey friends! This week, I’m joined by Sarika Diaz, LE, LP, LSO. Sarika is the founder of True Skin Aesthetics, located in Houston, Texas. She is a trainer for Sciton, a KOL for Alastin Skincare, and Co-Chair of the aesthetician track at the Science of Skin Summit! Sarika brings knowledge and passion to every conversation she’s a part of. In this episode we talk about the barriers Sarika broke...

#31: Hey friends! This week, my friend Jared Rohrer, founder of Aesthetic Conversion, joined me for a debrief of marketing as of the beginning of 2026. (I feel this is important to note as things change so quickly). Jared is a faculty member of GAIN by Galderma, and an international industry expert. You have probably seen him on stage, whether you realize it or not! He is a dueling piano player fo...

Hey friends! Here is Part 2 of my solo episode, answering your questions from IG. You sent in some good ones! You asked about how we got started in aesthetics, the beginning of Beyond Skin Aesthetics, how YOU can get started in to aesthetics, and more so what you shouldn’t waste your money on before you get your first job, and how much you should be investing in to your education. This is a quick...

#29: Hey friends! This week I sat down for an intimate solo episode answering your questions from IG. You sent in some good ones! You asked about life as a single mother, and I talked about what that’s been like. You asked how I set my year up for success, and what my personal routine is to thrive (not just survive). You asked how I decide to have someone on the pod.. and most of all… you asked wh...

#28: Hey friends! Alicia Alvarado, CNP, and Katie Speaks, LE, joined me for a New Years beauty special! We took a look back at the trends we saw in 2025 pop culture with a fun game of Love It or Leave It. Shocking , I have opinions. LOL. We couldn’t just look back though. I curated a list of predictions off of beauty lists from Allure, New Beauty, and online rumblings, that we broke down with our...

Hey friends! This week, my friend Ryan Willis, Director of Training and Development at Ourself, joined me on the Bright Side of Beauty Podcast! Ourself is the current best selling line at Beyond Skin Aesthetics, and for very good reason. The technology is out of this world. We dive right in to everything - the origin of Ourself, the masterminds behind their groundbreaking delivery system known as...

We’re back! Did you miss us? Because we missed you ;) This week, my friends Lauren Taylor and Isabella joined me for Part 2 on the Bright Side of Beauty Podcast! (If you missed last week’s episode, start there!) LT is the founder of the Limited Agency and Eldest Daughter. Isabella is LT’s right hand woman and the woman who made my vision of the Bright Side into a reality! These girls have been wit...

Hey friends! This week, my friends Lauren Taylor and Isabella joined me on the Bright Side of Beauty Podcast! LT is the founder of the Limited Agency and Eldest Daughter. Isabella is LT’s right hand woman and the woman who made my vision of the Bright Side into a reality! These girls have been with me since the beginning of, well, me! Haha! In this episode we chatted about how the Limited Agency c...

Hey friends! This week, my friend Kacie Avey joined me on the Bright Side of Beauty Podcast! Kacie is the founder of Tailored Aesthetics in Escalon, California. She is a national speaker for Allergan Medical Institute and ZO Skin Health, and a Know Better Skin Pro for Colorescience. In this episode we chatted about what it’s like to be a mother and business owner, how we “balance” or don’t LOL, an...

Hey Friends! This week, we’re diving deep into all things pigment ! Join us as we break down what causes pigmentation, how the Fitzpatrick scale affects treatment, and why personalized care matters for every skin tone. From melanin myths to the truth about treating pigment safely (even in summer!), this episode is packed with expert insights, skincare education, and of course a few laughs along th...

Hey Friends! Today we sit down with Aleshia Regan, Practice Manager and Co-Founder of Awaken Esthetics in New Jersey. Together, they unpack the entire patient journey — from first contact to long-term care — and share how to create an exceptional client experience that builds trust, retention, and real results. Aleshia opens up about her 14-year journey from spa management to medical aesthetics, t...

Hey friends! This week, my friend Ally Dawson joined me on the Bright Side of Beauty Podcast! I met Ally almost 5 years ago as we were both starting out as aestheticians, and it has been so fun growing in the aesthetics space alongside each other. Ally is a Glacialist Glacial Skin Ambassador, Skin Pen Ambassador, Alastin Aesthetician, and member of the (plated) skin science aesthetician advisory b...

Hey friends! This week, Keith O’Briant, CEO and Founder of Hydrinity Accelerated Skin Science, joined me on the Bright Side of Beauty Podcast. He shared a little about how Hydrinity came to be, why he has a man crush on hyaluronic acid (lol!), and Hydrinity’s new innovation in the retinal category. Retaxome is now available for practice purchase! Retaxome is a calming retinal with an exosomal deli...

Hey friends! Katie’s back this week for a chat on the season change and skin - what you should and shouldn’t be doing, treatments we love this time of year, combination treatments, science, and all the random thoughts you love to hear from us! Delaney also drops some Halloween costume ideas to incorporate your treatments into your festive fun ;) If you enjoyed today’s episode, we’d love if you gav...

Hey friends! Today I’m joined by Janelle Kenney with Zo Skin Health. I asked her.. Is Zo SKin Health and its approach.. outdated ? We talked about the evolution of Zo Skin Health, how it has remained a staple in the aesthetics arena, and what skin health really means. Janelle gave some great tips on how to love your skin better, and even how to land your dream job in aesthetics ;) If you enjoyed t...

Hey friends! Katie’s back this week for a deep dive into acne and rosacea—and how we approach both. We’re covering the most common concerns we hear, tips for teens vs. adults with acne, my personal rosacea pet peeve, and the products and procedures we tend to recommend for treatment. Katie also shares why we often use GI Mapping with our patients, and I break down what kinds of extreme temperature...

Hi friends! This week I’m joined by my friend Aubrey, founder of Glow and Grace Aesthetics in Ocala, Florida! Aubrey and I met almost 3 years ago at Colorescience’s Wear What Works in Orlando, and instantly hit it off. In this episode we talk about Aubrey’s journey, some personal opinions on skincare, and following your path! Connect with Delaney HERE Connect with Beyond Skin Aesthetics HERE Conne...

Hey friends! Today I’m filling you in on my week in Dallas, Texas! We flew into Dallas on Tuesday for some business meetings, had Wear What Works by Colorescience on Wednesday, then Aesthetic Next Thursday through Sunday. It was a crazy whirlwind of a week, and I can’t wait to do it all again next year! Aesthetic Next is my Superbowl!!! With a crazy busy week came some opinions, and I’m sharing th...

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