Beauty business owner using Google to improve online visibility and attract clients

Why Your Beauty Business Needs Google

“Why Your Beauty Business Needs Google” may be one of the most important questions you ask yourself this year. In today’s competitive market, understanding why your beauty business needs Google can mean the difference between being found online and being overlooked. Many beauty business owners spend hours creating Instagram posts, recording Reels, and trying to keep up with changing algorithms, …

seo for estheticians - How Estheticians Should Use Google in 2026

SEO for Estheticians: How Estheticians Should Use Google in 2026

If you’re an esthetician or spa owner still relying on Instagram for growth, 2026 will expose just how much social ROI has changed, and why SEO for estheticians requires a more strategic approach than most local businesses. When people want to book a facial, find a new provider, or decide who to trust with their skin, they go to Google. …

Is Your Treatment Menu Making or Losing You Money

Is Your Treatment Menu Making or Losing You Money?

If your menu reads like a Cheesecake Factory menu, you’re confusing your clients and killing your sales. I learned this the hard way. Years ago, I had a client skim past my $150 results-driven facial and book a $25 brow wax instead. Not because she didn’t want the facial. But because my menu made it impossible for her to see …

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How to Open a Thriving Medical Spa

Want to open a medical spa that actually makes money? Then don’t treat it like a day spa with syringes. When I talk to estheticians thinking about opening a medical spa, I always start with this question: Do you actually know what a med spa is and what it isn’t? Most people still confuse a med spa with a day …

GlossGenius vs. Vagaro- Best Booking Systems for Estheticians

GlossGenius vs. Vagaro: Best Booking Systems for Estheticians?

GlossGenius vs. Vagaro? Choosing the right booking system for your esthetics business can feel overwhelming, but the last thing you need is software that creates more headaches instead of making your life easier. Your Booking System Should Make Your Life Easier, Not Create More Headaches You didn’t start your business to play tech support. Yet here you are, frustrated with …

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Onboarding New Employees: A Leadership Approach to Build Trust in Your Spa Business

When onboarding new employees, one of the most important elements is establishing trust. After all, as an esthetician spa owner, your leadership style sets the tone for your entire business. Contrary to popular belief, trust isn’t something you earn over time—trust is something you must give, especially during the new hire orientation. A key part of an effective employee onboarding …

Software to Grow Your Beauty Business Online

Software to Grow Your Beauty Business Online

If you’re a beauty business owner or spa industry professional, then it’s important to stay up-to-date on the latest technologies for continued business growth. But what about software for your spa? The good news is, there is software to grow your beauty business online! There are many different types of software available – some tailored for the beauty industry –  …

Set Your Beauty Business Apart With SculptICE Body Treatments

[md-blog-header] We have heard from many estheticians that while some clients are still reluctant to receive facial treatments, more people are seeking body treatments. This presents a great opportunity to set yourself apart by meeting client demand with SculptIce Body Treatments.  What Is SculptICE? SculptICE is a breakthrough product that breaks down fat cells through thermogenesis. They are then removed …

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How To Onboard A New Hire In Your Beauty Business

Onboarding a new hire in your beauty business is a step-by-step process to ensure success for your new employee. Have you ever hired an employee who did not live up to your expectations? Reduce frustration by onboarding and training your new hire thoroughly to minimize stress and indoctrinate into your company culture. Thorough onboarding will improve employee productivity and happiness …