The Sacred Flesh

Today we embrace the beauty of all body shapes and sizes. We talk to Leigh’s hairstylist Kaitlyn- the owner of The Hive Salon Spokane and her journey towards embracing her body, silencing the negative self-talk in her head. We talk about the beautiful differences in every body shape and size. Kaitlyn is also a twin, with our ghost story on the wild connection between them.

In this episode, we talk about photo-aging, sun damage, and prevention methods. We go through the specifics of genetic mutation during over-exposure to UVA and UVB. We also get WEIRD talking about the wild trending ways people try to maximize the health benefits of the sun without spending too much time in the sun.   Joining us is KXLY News 4 Now Robyn Nance - who talks about her time on...

We dive into the top skin healthy foods and get weird with our client, Alyssa Nogales.

Today we start a series on the different types of Rosacea and we talk to Leigh’s own mom, Shona, who has been diagnosed with this serious skin condition.

In this episode, we will bring back our Super Fan, Ariel, to discuss the historical uses of the Gua Sha Stone. We also talk about experiences at Idaho’s Cataldo Mission.

Part 1 in 2 part series- this episode talks to a Licensed Massage Therapist, Ariel, about the history of massage therapy and her specialty of Deep Tissue Massage. We also talk about her skincare routine and present her with a gift as our first SUPERFAN.

Pomegranate has been a powerful and symbolic fruit for many civilizations throughout time. Find out how it helps your skin and your spirit as we talk about this “difficult fruit”. Special Guest / Meg Demand - Leigh’s friend, client, and Spokane business owner.

The History of High Frequency as a modality in the treatment room and for retail for clients at home. We also start a series on our building - the Paulsen Center - and its amazing, unique history in Spokane. Spokane’s first skyscraper.

We will talk about the science of salicylic acid, its uses, and its history as an anti-inflammatory. We will also talk about the significance the city of Spokane had in bringing apples to all WA regions in the 1800-1900s. 

Lipstick has been used as a beauty staple across the world for hundreds of years. Or is it thousands? We will explore the history of this simply shaped but face-changing beauty capsule. We will also talk to Heather Mayo, Leigh’s long-time friend over 20 years. Join them as they walk down memory lane of their times together as Professional Makeup Artists at MAC Cosmetics. Learn about Heather’s curr...

This episode talks about the science behind lactic acid and briefly touches on Spokane’s dairy industry history. Then we get deep into the past and talk about Becky Farnsworth - my cousin who would come to my hospital bed and my grandma’s house to play cards with me. Years later, I found out she died before I was born. A special guest is my cousin Suzie - Becky’s sister - I love her so much.

Today Leigh is joined by her husband, Matthew, who has insanely dry Celtic skin and show producer Brennon, who has enlarged pores and he runs a lot (sweat clogs pores), to discuss the 2021 Men’s Skincare revolution. Matt goes on a diatribe about WSU’s frustrating head coach sitch, Brennon does some amazing fact-checking, and Leigh forces them both to answer spontaneous skincare questions. Oh. And...

We discuss Mandelic Acid - what it is, why you need it, and what products we have for you. We talk about the history of Mandelic Acid and touch on the toxicity of bitter almonds. We also talk about my childhood pastime of playing in an abandoned house on Clyde’s property (I can’t remember his last name and my grandpa and he would always battle as neighbors). I wonder if that house is still there i...

Discussing the history of Glycolic Acid, derived from sugar cane, and its use in skincare products as well as the treatment room. We also discuss the Sugar Factory that used to be in Waverly WA and we are now determined to go ghost hunting.

Only Sydney’s 3rd day on the job and she’s getting thrown into the creative energy at Vanity Makeup and Skin. Today we introduce her to our podcast listeners and find out what her skincare philosophies are. Of course, she also told a ghost story. Also, we have Denise Walker from Vain Industry Elevation and we will quiz her on another episode but she also told a ghost story!

We discuss the precious metal of gold and why it’s been used in beauty routines for thousands of years. We also discuss Spokane’s Historic (and reportedly haunted) Patsy Clark Mansion.

A discussion with Instagram's @Famous_Hairstylist about elevating the personal services industry in the PNW: also, just being fabulous.

The ancient properties of pearl powder and its various uses, topical and oral, to promote collegian. We also dive into Leigh's father and the pearls he brought back from the Korean war.

A look at the science of the sea and how the human skin is organically connected to that element.

This episode includes my pre-teen daughter and social media fave at Vanity Makeup and Skin - Nina! Nina has developed her own little fan base at Vanity and will talk about her pre-teen skincare routine and who knows what else. Mama will not be using bad words on this episode obviously :)

This episode deep dives into human's love for holistic crystals, rocks, gems, minerals, and the energy they carry. We talk about the symbolism of various crystals in different cultures, and how they are used today for a vanity of holistic therapy modalities. At Vanity, we have a popular energy service called 'The Crystal Facial', that clients LOVE. We talk about why.

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Follow along with Leigh as she dives into the history of cleansing. In what ways it has become better, and ways it has seriously gotten worse.

A Beauty Podcast with a Ghostly Twist.