Beauty & Life with Gisel

According to Alcohol.org "12% of women report binge drinking three times per month, with five or more drinks per binge." When it comes to alcohol the topic is often brushed over or considered as taboo. In this episode, I sit down with my friend Lauren and we pull back the veil on drinking and the effect it had on her marriage, being a mother, and running a business. If you or know someone struggling with alcoholism please know there is help visit https://www.alcohol.org/ for more information on ways to connect within your community.

In this episode, I sit down with a dear friend of mine Paola Campos. She gets really personal, sharing her experience from being an entrepreneur, going through a life-changing divorce, becoming a single mother, and then COVID-19. What I admire most about Paola is the way she dealt with her pain and turned it into a drive to move herself and business forward. Connect with Paola on Facebook and Instagram at Skin Health Basics

Are you struggling with conceiving? This episode is for you if you're considering becoming pregnant or currently trying to conceive. Jen Wallace, Fertility Massage Therapist of Dayton Family Massage, shares her expertise on fertility along with sharing her personal story that lead her to become a specialist in this field. Connect with Jen at Dayton Family Massage on Instagram and Facebook.

"Atopic dermatitis (eczema) is a condition that makes your skin red and itchy. It's common in children but can occur at any age." - Mayo-Clinic Are you or know someone dealing with Eczema? In this episode, I sit down with Terrance Bonner, esthetician, eczema specialist, and owner of The Glam Station and Spa. We go over the symptoms, triggers, and ways to treat eczema. Connect with Terrance on Instagram and Facebook

Finding the right photographer to meet your family or business needs can be a challenge. This is why I invited my Claire of Claire Cross Photography. She's a wonderful Dayton local who has been doing everything from family, wedding to business branding photography. In this episode, you'll learn: How to select the right photographer for you When you should book that photo session How to find a photographer in your area Connect with Claire on Instagram and Facebook at Claire Cross Photography! You can also connect with me on social media: Facebook and Instagram at Elevate Esthetics

Summer days are upon us, and I'm sharing with you my top 5 beauty products. These are tried and true products that I absolutely can't live without in my beauty routine. Be sure to grab yours over at www.elevatebeautystore.com. Don't forget that special gift mentioned in the episode!

ShaTerra Jenkins of Dayton Powder Brows, located in Dayton, Ohio, sits down with me in this episode to give all the deets on permanent makeup. ShaTerra answers questions from the consultation to the actual service itself. If you're considering this type of service, this episode is just for YOU! Connect with ShaTerra on social both Instagram & Facebook - Dayton Powder Brows and visit her website at https://shaterrajmakeup.com/

If you have a spouse or child that doesn't like wearing sunscreen or possibly has allergies in this episode I'm going to cover some great alternatives. I'll break down the benefits, clothing brands, and what does UPF even mean? If you have questions, be sure to connect with me over on Instagram http://www.instagram.com/elevateesthetics Product recommendations from the episode: https://www.columbia.com/uv-protective-clothing https://www.coolibar.com/

Michelle Barlow a massage therapist and owner of Medical Massage with Michelle locates in Kettering, Ohio joins me on this episode. She gives advice and techniques on ways you can release tension and help relax your muscles at home. Be sure to check out my YouTube page for the video of our conversation. And connect with Michelle on social!

SPF 15 or 30? How often should you really be reapplying that sunscreen? In this episode, I'm going to answer all your questions regarding SPF and the types of sunscreens on the market. I will also give you recommendations on my favorite sun protection brands. Grab your facial sun protection on my shop at www.elevatebeautystore.com

Samantha Redden of CYCLEBAR at Austin Landing in Dayton, Ohio sits down with me to share the amazing ways they are changing the perspective of the fitness world. Creating an all-inclusive community for all fitness levels. She also gives a little bit of background on how she started with her CYCLEBAR journey. You can connect with her on Instagram at cyclestar_samantha

It's skin cancer awareness month, and I am doing a short series of episodes the next few weeks to break down the types of skin cancers out there, how to detect the possible signs of skin cancer, along with when to go to the doctor, product recommendations, and so much more! I hope you'll follow me through this short series and genuinely get a full in-depth look and understanding of this topic. Connect with me on my studio Instagram page Elevate Esthetics where I share all beauty tips. Enjoy this episode and be sure to leave a review if you're enjoying this podcast!

My conversation with Caralee and this episode is filled with great hair tips, funny jokes, and just downright fun! Be sure to connect with her on Instagram at @caraleestyles and @sweetlypinnedhairandmakeup

Fear, as described by the Webster dictionary, is an "unpleasant often strong emotion caused by anticipation or awareness of danger." Why do allow fear to rule our lives in such a way that we stand in the way of our success? In this episode, I share with you my fears and how they were holding me back from really moving forward in my business. Ways that I coped with then and now during times of uncertainty. Book recommendations from the episode are Darely Greatly and Dare to Lead by Bene Brown along with The Middle Finger Project by Ash Ambirge. Trust me if you read these books you'll be so inspired to toss those fears and doubts out the window. You can also connect with me on social media: For my beauty pros: Elevate with Gisel Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/elevatewithgisel Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elevatewithgisel For all other beauty, enthusiasts follow my studio page Elevate Esthetics Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/elevateesthetics Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/elevateesthetics

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Andrea Wright of Beau Visage Spa. She gives some awesome insight on lash extensions from what to look for in an artist, how often should you go back for a fill, and some alternatives to lash extensions for those who are not ready for a full commitment. Be sure to connect with Andrea and her team for her daily coffee chats on Facebook for beauty tips from yoga, facial at-home treatments to makeup tutorials.

The second part of my entrepreneurial story and while my story is an ever-evolving journey. I'll share with you how I am coping with COVID-19 during this quarantine, my past business mishaps, and what I've learned from it all. And don't forget to connect with me socially on Instagram and Facebook at @elevatewithgisel for my beauty pros. For a more personal insight, you can also follow @beautyandlifewithgisel on Instagram.

I love connecting with other Esthetician babes so I invited my dear friend Sandra Hicks of Solitude Beauty & Wellness located in Dallas, Georgia. She is a holistic esthetician focusing on complete facial and body wellness. She has a variety of services she provides in her spa from facial reflexology to online courses for self-care at home.  In this episode, Sandra and discuss what it means to be a holistic esthetician and she gives us her tips on self-care wellness during stressful times.  Connect with Sandra on social: Facebook - Instagram 

Entrepreneurship - They say that starting a business is both the best thing you could do for yourself or perhaps the worst thing. All I know is that the story of my missteps, failures, wins, and BIG lessons to entrepreneurship take at least two episodes to get the full picture. Be sure to connect with me in my Facebook group Elevate with Gisel to continue the conversation. You can also connect with me on Instagram @elevatewithgisel Enjoy this episode!

In this episode, I've invited Carolyn Gudorf with Irongate Realtors to discuss the housing market during the spread of COVID-19. Carolyn gives her insight and what realtors are doing from virtual tours to video calls for closing meetings to ensure the safety of their customers. Connect with Carolyn on social media: Facebook - Instagram

We are in a very trying time with COVID-19 spread. As an entrepreneur, it is unknown when we will be able to get back to our normal lives again. Now is the perfect time to connect socially with other like-minded people to listen and support each other. In this episode, I give you some serious real talk on you can take this time at home to maintain and grow your business. If you're a beauty business pro join me in my private Facebook group Elevate with Gisel to continue the conversation.

In this episode I'm answering your questions and sharing my experiences as an esthetician with waxing. I hope you enjoy this first episode of many to come. Be sure to hit the subscribe button.