Ms. V’s Real Beauty Talk

Both of these procedures are known for tightening and firming the skin. One procedure Endermology focuses on reducing cellulite while firming the skin, and microdermabrasion aids in wrinkles reduction as well as reducing the appearance of scars. Both of these are great alternatives to plastic surgery, and they're not as expensive as you might think. These are also great services to consider offering as a licensed cosmetologist or esthetician in the industry. Learn a little history, and costs . Thank you so much for listening to Ms. V's Real Beauty Talk!

There are three types of Learning styles that I talk about and what spaces work for you when you do study. All these points to help you as a lifelong student figure out how to improve on your learning, so that you can better your skills and master your craft. I'm focused on Cosmetology but really this pertains to anyone who wants to get better at whatever skill they are using in the professional field.

The Latest news from the California Stateboard of Barbering and Cosmetology. The Governor of California signed a legislature bill that requires us to have a PSP in order to do services outside of a licensed establishment. Find out what it takes to apply for one and what services can and can't be done.

In this episode I'm breaking down a few communication styles and some areas for improvement but also the pros to being these types of communicators. I also challenge you to find out which type you may be to help improve and further your relationships with your clients, and income.

Artificial intelligence has been around since before I was born. I'm not against it completely, and I'd like to think that I am constantly adapting and staying up with the trends. But when is it enough? We have robots putting eyelashes on, doing manicures, shampooing, and brushing hair. Enjoy please and give me your thoughts.

The Think Dirty App changed my life, and I have shared it with so many students over the years, but some people believe it's a marketing ploy to get money. Listen to this Podcast, try the app out, it's free unless you want to pay, and you tell me. Is it a marketing ploy? Or a scare tactic to make a profit? Enjoy! And share with some friends! Check out my YouTube channel also.

This episode I'm telling some benefits to Young Livings raindrop therapy, also comparing to Doterra's Aromatouch Technique, pricing, the differences and similarities in their procedures and overall hoping this will be something you may consider offering in your spas/salons. Or, trying this procedure for yourself, it is kid friendly, however, you would have to use less oil droplets than with adults. Enjoy, and let me know if you tried it!

This episode I ask the questions why do clients sit back and accept being abused in salons, and pay with tips even though they know the treatments they're receiving is not good? Also why do professionals get complacent and think that it's ok to mistreat clients, that are our bread and butter? If you think you know why for either one, please feel free to let me know. I'm looking forward to hearing your thoughts.

6 core skills you need if you're considering being in the beauty industry, and if you want to last in this career. Listen! Enjoy! Share! I appreciate each and everyone of you who listen and I hope you get inspired and you learn something.

This episode answers common questions about applying makeup, how to use products, how to clean your brushes, and how often? Enjoy! Happy New Year! I'm excited for this year! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I'm describing a little history of essential oils, what they were used for. The different ways you can use them to aid with ailments you may have, or using them in skin and hair products rather than fragrances. These amazing oils will change your life if you learn how to work with them and incorporate them in your beauty routine, and in your services. Thank you for listening, and Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Describing my experience with this wonderful electrical facial that does wonders for aging skin. Don't be fooled though this treatment is for younger skin to who wants to prevent the effects of aging. If you are considering surgery, consider this procedure first! Enjoy!

There's so many reason why you shouldn't, however, in this episode I break down some of the ingredients in box dyes and how they can react with other chemicals. What that means for your clients hair, and how you can avoid hair breakage. Also the ingredients in professional haircolor, and really what the differences are. I hope you learn and you enjoy, like, and share!

The answer is Yes! Yes! Yes! However, you have to understand what shyness is, where it may come from, and ways that you can build your self confidence, to help you break away from your shyness. Enjoy! Hope this will help you on your journey to being a confident hairstylist! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Diet, and Stress are just a couple of things I talk about that can cause hair breakage! Enjoy! Thank you for listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This podcast is a little different for me. This is dealing with leadership in the school systems, and words that are thrown around for the students but are not being practiced from within the schools. Yes this has to do with cosmetology and whoever may consider becoming a teacher one day. Enjoy! God bless and thank you for listening. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What is excessive hair loss? How can Alopecia be caused? There are different types of alopecia, and some of it can be reversed, or there are wigs, and other options you can offer your clients with this problem. Losing my hair was devastating, but I am always trying something new, in the meantime you can't let hair loss destroy you. I hope you really enjoy listening to this one.

This episode gives you some alternative ways to help treat acne without harsh chemicals. Help to reduce inflammation, the reduction of scars, and possible formation of further acne. I hope you enjoy. Thank you for listening. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode covers the structure of the hair strand, and the side bonds that help make up the strength of hair. Not just knowing but understanding how it affects your day to day styling in the salon, and also something you need to know if you haven't gone to a Stateboard. Enjoy!

As cosmetologists we can specialize in any area, hair, skin, or nails. If anything this episode will bring thought provocation of how we take care of our skin internally and externally. If you wear sunscreen, be mindful of what's in it. What you eat, drink affects your skin. Is the sun really bad for you? If we don't take care of ourselves who will? And if you don't take care of yourself how can you advise your clients on how to care for their skin if you don't care for your? Enjoy! Take care of yourself. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Precautions to take in this business to ensure you have a long career. Wearing gloves for color and bleach services, the proper shoes, and more. What are some of the consequences when you continue to be unsafe. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

There are different types of eyelashes you can apply to your clients, the proper glue to use, testing for allergies to glue prior to application. Who can legally do eyelash services on clients, eye infections to watch out for, and having your own eyelash line as a business if you don't want to apply them. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What are some pros to choosing cosmetology as a career, and what are some cons. If you have any questions or comments feel free to leave for me. Also if you like these podcasts please share with friends. One life at a time. Check out Ms. V's Beauty Tutorials on YouTube.

In this episode I'm going over the proper way of disinfecting in the salon. Also describing briefly the two groups of bacteria, the difference between a virus and bacteria. The differences between sanitizing, disinfecting, and sterilizing. Enjoy please?! Like and share with your peers, friends, and family. Ask questions, leave some feedback. Thank you

In this episode I'm recapping my last year, and encouraging others to reflect on their past year and how you can make your new year better as far as your career, and even schooling if you're in beauty school. I also share my goals for the new year regarding my podcasting and YouTube channels, and why I'm doing this at all. Enjoy please?! Share if you like this, and feel free to comment. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week my nephew who is 11 years old sits down with me to ask questions he has about hair, nails, and skin. I was amazed at how wonderful his questions were, and please excuse me for not having my mic. I had such a good time, so please enjoy, like, share, and please feel free to comment or ask questions yourself. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Questions about starting school advice, should it hurt when you get your nails done and how old is too old to get your hair colored? Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

There are so many false ideas that we have about hair, that continues to divide even our industry. Is there a such thing as good hair? Bad hair? What is Natural Hair? Is it a Black thing? Is there a such thing as racial hair like black hair, white hair? How should we teach our students so they don't go into the hair world with ethnicity division with hair? Thank you for listening and let me know what you think. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Sharing my own experience with wigs and extensions, a little history of wigs and hair additions, why you may want to choose to service wigs, sell wigs, make wigs, and apply hair additions for a career. There is money to be made, and the options are many to choose from. Also educate your clients, and always have a great at home care regimen for them, as you want return clients not a one time deal. Thank you for listening, hopefully you'll be inspired, and check me out on YouTube. Ms. V's Beauty Tutorials. God bless and have a great week

Why you should treasure your hair. Contrary to what the book says your hair is like a garden of flowers, or food, trees even. It needs to be fed with nutrients to keep it strong and healthy. Your hair is the same age as you, which is why you should treat your children's hair with gentle care. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

A few habits to develop to help you become a more successful Beauty professional. I challenge you to pick one habit that you purposefully change for the better in 21-30 days. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Now that this bill is waiting on the governors desk to get signed, what will happen for us in the beauty industry. From less state people checking in salons, to no practical exam. What are your thoughts on a hairstyling only license? All this and more. Share your thoughts when you listen. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

You finished school, you're newly licensed, now what? Where do you go from here? Should you wait til you're finished to start looking for a salon to work in? Apprenticing, renting, or commission, which works for you? Listen here on Ms. V's Real Beauty Talk --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is the final part to this 2 part series on what to study for your written exam for cosmetology. This podcast focuses in on skin, and nails which is both 15% each of your written test. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Describing to the listener what subjects to study in your textbook for the NIC California Stateboard Written exam. This is a 2 pt. Series. Stay tuned for next week when we finish what subjects in skin, and nails to study for your test. Enjoy! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Last Episode we discussed what Bleach/Lightener is. This episode we're discussing how to do a Virgin application to the hair. Explaining the zones of the Hair Strand. The importance of a strand test, and describing briefly what Texture and Density of the hair is. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Telling scary stories in the spooky class tales. This one I battled a spirit that followed me home after one evening of telling scary stories in the class --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Lighteners is the professional term, but what is it? What does it do to our hair? When should you use it on the hair? When should you not use it on the hair? Enjoy this discussion, and check me out on YouTube. Ms. V's Beauty Tutorials. Thank you for listening, this is gonna be a 2 part podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Discussing what are some cleaning protocols you should see in the salon, and some unsanitary things you should not be seeing happen in the salon. Being a professional in our industry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

What relaxers do to the hair and where you'll find sodium hydroxide in. This may surprise you. If you decide to do this service? Do it with care, and make sure your clients have everything they need for their at home care, or it could lead to permanent balding. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

A friend of mine and myself are waiting to use the instructors restroom. The door is locked and the light on. As time passes we start to wonder what's taking so long as we have to go to class. I've only had chills throughout my entire body once aside from this incident. Enjoy the spooky class tale. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Continuing from last weeks conversation, and diving a little deeper into client consultation which is a very important part of customer service. Without it we have done a disservice to ourselves as professionals and to our clients. Thanks for listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Customer Service and Consultations, something that needs to be continually mentioned in our industry. Don't take clients for granted, they are not yours. Treat people the way you want to be treated .

Part of the Spooky Class Tales Series, birds with their heads cut off, and a hidden message in the classroom mirror summoning all witches. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is the Spooky Class Tales Series. The first story is about one of my beautiful students that passed. I had taken a selfie before she passed, and later saw a black hooded non human being sitting across from her looking at her. I still have the picture. My bones chilled still to this day. This is one of many tales that I have to tell. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Over the years, these are some of the regular questions I've been asked about perms. I hope you enjoy and recommend my weekly podcast! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I was supposed to be asking questions about perms, but I ended up telling a little about where our industry of cosmetology is headed with Stateboard making changes to hours of learning and changing Stateboard testing to what feels like deregulation. It's not headed in a direction that will be good for our future stylists. Listen, share, and hopefully you like this. Next episode I promise I will do the questions. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Introduction of who Ms. V is, sharing my experience in the beauty industry. How often I'll be uploading podcasts, and what some of my next podcasts will be about, but I have so much more! Thank you so much for listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app