The Beauty Vault

The Client Journey Most Medical Spas Are Missing | Anya, The Aesthetics Advantage

Medical spa consultant Anya of The Aesthetics Advantage [https://instagram.com/theaestheticsadvantage]joins host Marie Matteucci to share her perspective on what separates thriving practices from struggling ones. Drawing from years of experience in aesthetics, operations, marketing and practice growth, Anya discusses the systems, processes and patient experiences that help businesses create long-term success. From team culture and leadership to social media, retention, events, and operational strategy, this conversation offers valuable insight for medical spa owners, aesthetic providers and beauty professionals looking to grow. Known for her direct approach and unfiltered opinions, Anya has built a reputation for helping practices identify what's holding them back and create systems that support sustainable growth. Hosted by Marie Matteucci Powered by Glamlink Continue the conversation in The Glamlink Edit: glamlink.net/journal [https://glamlink.net/journal] Connect with Anya: Instagram: @theaestheticsadvantage [https://instagram.com/theaestheticsadvantage] Website: theaestheticsadvantage.com [https://theaestheticsadvantage.com] Chapters 00:00 Introduction 04:20 How Anya Became a Medical Spa Consultant 06:06 The Biggest Mistakes Medical Spas Make 08:09 How to Identify Operational Problems 09:54 Building Strong Teams & Better Sales 11:57 A Medical Spa Success Story 14:04 Why Ego Costs Businesses Money 17:28 Social Media Myths & Marketing Mistakes 21:33 The Client Journey Every Med Spa Needs 23:11 The Retention Strategy Most Practices Ignore 27:07 The Event Formula Behind $50K Nights 28:33 Connect With Anya

Exosomes, PDRN & Regenerative Aesthetics with Dr. Candice Fortunato

Dr. Candice Fortunato [https://instagram.com/drglowup] is a double board-certified physician and founder of Skin + Tonic [https://skinandtonic702.com] in Henderson, Nevada. After years in traditional medicine, Candice combined her passion for science, wellness and beauty to create a practice focused on regenerative aesthetics and helping patients achieve natural, healthy-looking results. Candice shares her journey into aesthetics, the inspiration behind Skin + Tonic, and her approach to treating common concerns such as rosacea, hyperpigmentation, inflammation, collagen loss and aging skin. We also explore topics including exosomes, PDRN, biostimulators, microneedling, and why regenerative treatments are becoming one of the most talked-about movements in modern aesthetics. Guest: Candice Fortunato @drglowup [https://instagram.com/drglowup], @skinandtonic702 [https://instagram.com/skinandtonic702], skinandtonic702.com [https://skinandtonic702.com] Hosted by Marie Matteucci @mmmbeautysecrets [https://instagram.com/mmmbeautysecrets.com] Powered by glamlink [https://glamlink.net/podcast] @theglamlinkedit [https://instagram.com/theglamlinkedit] 00:00 Introduction & Meet Dr. Candice Fortunato 00:59 From Internal Medicine to Aesthetics 01:32 The Inspiration Behind Skin + Tonic 03:44 What "More Than Skin Deep" Really Means 06:49 The Most Common Skin Concerns She Sees 07:28 Rosacea: Causes, Triggers & Treatment Options 09:07 Hyperpigmentation: Where to Start 12:15 Why Microneedling Is Her Most Requested Treatment 13:57 PDRN Explained: The Truth About "Salmon DNA" 15:24 Why Dr. Candice Loves Biostimulators 16:44 Bringing Medical Expertise Into Aesthetics 17:28 A Patient Transformation She'll Never Forget 19:06 The Unique Skin + Tonic Experience 20:42 Access by Glamlink & The Future of Beauty Tech 21:35 Where to Find Dr. Candice Fortunato 22:40 Closing Thoughts

Perimenopause, Estrogen Decline & Skin Aging Explained with Nurse Niki

Most women don't connect what's happening to their skin with what's happening to their hormones but they should. In this episode of The Beauty Vault Podcast, host Marie Matteucci sits down with Nurse Niki Capobianco, a board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in hormone health, functional medicine, aesthetics, and women's wellness, for one of the most honest and clinically grounded conversations about perimenopause and aging that we've had on this show. Nurse Niki breaks down exactly why estrogen decline drives jowling, skin laxity and dryness and why waiting until your period stops to address it is too late. She explains the often-overlooked role of progesterone, why so many women in their 30s and 40s are suddenly experiencing jawline acne they never had as teenagers, and what the connection between oral birth control and hormonal chaos really looks like when women come off the pill. From bio-stimulant injectables like Radiesse and Sculptra, to laser treatments like HALO and Broadband Light (including a 10-year clinical study with results that are hard to believe), to medical-grade skincare, to mobile IV therapy. Nurse Niki walks through the full-spectrum approach she uses with her patients at The Look Med Spa in Las Vegas. She also shares the story of a patient who came in for a lip treatment and left six months later with reversed pre-diabetes markers, improved cholesterol and a visceral fat index cut nearly in half. Hosted by Marie Matteucci [https://instagram.com/mmmbeautysecrets] Powered by Glamlink [https://glamlink.net/podcast] Connecting beauty and wellness through education, conversation, and discovery. Subscribe for new episodes every week. Read Niki's feature in The Glamlink Edit [https://glamlink.net/magazine], live 6/1 at glamlink.net/magazine Follow @theglamlinkedit for more beauty and wellness Follow Niki Capobianco: @nurseniki_Visit Niki at The Look Med Spa: @thelookmedspalv 00:00 Introduction & Nurse Nikki’s Story 01:18 From Real Estate to Nursing After Family Trauma 04:45 Why Women’s Hormones Are So Underserved 05:10 Perimenopause, Estrogen Decline & Aging 06:28 What Causes Jowling & Skin Laxity? 08:36 Hormones, Collagen & Treatment Options 09:45 Radiesse vs Sculptra Explained 10:51 Best Skincare for Perimenopause & Aging Skin 13:52 Hormonal Acne, Progesterone & Estrogen Dominance 15:18 Favorite Treatments, Lasers & Anti-Aging Procedures 16:59 Real Patient Transformations Through Hormone Optimization 19:21 Why Nikki’s Approach Is Different 21:45 Why Women Should Check Their Hormones Earlier 22:18 PCOS, Acne & Hormone Awareness 23:19 Building Her Brand in Las Vegas 25:43 Mobile IV Therapy & Beauty IVs 27:24 Final Thoughts on Perimenopause & Women’s Wellness

Acne, Inflammation & Skin Healing with Stephanie Nole

What if skincare treatments didn’t have to sacrifice relaxation for results? Advanced esthetician Stephanie Nole [https://instagram.com/sacredskinbysteph] of Sacred Skin by Steph shares her journey from the traditional medical spa world to creating a more healing, personalized approach to skincare in Las Vegas. Stephanie opens up about leaving the fast-paced med spa model behind, struggling with her own postpartum acne, and building a treatment experience focused on both results and nervous system healing. The conversation dives into microneedling myths, inflammation, hidden pore-clogging ingredients, skin barrier repair, hormones, and the connection between internal wellness and healthy skin. You can also read more about Stephanie Nole in the upcoming issue of The Glamlink Edit [https://glamlink.net/magazine], featuring beauty professionals, treatments, wellness conversations, and industry insights from across beauty and wellness. Hosted by Marie Matteucci [https://instagram.com/mmmbeautysecrets] Powered by Glamlink [https://instagram.com/theglamlinkedit] Watch more beauty and wellness conversations at glamlink.net/podcast [https://glamlink.net/podcast] 00:00 – Introduction to Stephanie Nole 03:04 – Leaving aesthetics & moving to Las Vegas 04:06 – Postpartum acne, hormones & healing her skin 05:18 – Dairy, supplements & hidden acne triggers 07:14 – The skincare products that changed her skin 10:37 – Building Sacred Skin by Steph 11:10 – Microneedling myths & acne treatment 14:44 – Best treatments for healthy skin maintenance 15:34 – The ideal at-home skincare routine 16:14 – Why many skincare products damage the skin barrier 18:13 – Helping teenagers heal severe acne 20:19 – Stephanie’s favorite skincare ingredient 21:57 – The pore-clogger ingredient checker 22:50 – Final thoughts

Why Glycolic Acid, Retinol & Vitamin C Actually Work | Marini Skin Solutions with Sariah Yackee

Marie Matteucc [https://instagram.com/mmmbeautysecrets]i sits down with Marini Skin Solutions [https://mariniskinsolutions.com] representative Sariah Yackee [https://instagram.com/sariah_mariniskinsolutions] to discuss the skincare ingredients changing the way professionals approach acne, aging, pores, pigmentation, and skin health. From glycolic acid and retinol to vitamin C, PDRN, and barrier repair, this episode breaks down why certain ingredients work, why others fail, and how Jan Marini Skin Solutions became one of the most respected professional skincare lines in the industry. Topics include: * glycolic acid for congestion and pores * why most vitamin C serums irritate skin * retinol without excessive peeling or damage * acne solutions for teens and adults * glass skin and pore refinement * PDRN / salmon DNA skincare * barrier repair and healing * NeuroSmooth and “soft landing” after neurotoxins * skincare myths and misconceptions * why Marie switched skincare brands after years of loyalty Hosted by Marie Matteucci Powered by glamlink [https://glamlink.net/podcast] Subscribe for more conversations with beauty and wellness professionals, treatment education, skincare innovations, and industry insights. 00:00 – Introduction & Meet Sariah Yackee 01:22 – Why Marie Switched Skincare Brands 02:17 – The Vitamin C & Retinol Skepticism 04:41 – Discovering Jan Marini Skin Solutions 05:36 – Why the Jan Marini System Stands Out 06:26 – BioClear & the Power of Glycolic Acid 08:36 – How Glycolic Acid Improves Skin 10:08 – Congestion, Blackheads & Enlarged Pores 13:25 – Siesta Serum & Non-Irritating Vitamin C 16:08 – DMAE, Lifting & Skin Tightening Benefits 17:43 – The Neck Cream Everyone Talks About 19:55 – Why Jan Marini Retinol Is Different 21:48 – Duality for Acne & Teen Skin Concerns 24:27 – Reboot, PDRN & Salmon DNA Explained 26:21 – Reboot for Healing & Barrier Repair 27:25 – NeuroSmooth, Glass Skin & Pore Refinement 30:26 – Favorite Jan Marini Products 31:16 – Final Thoughts & Why Marie Made the Switch