Aesthetic Next (September 10-13) is four days filled with informative talks, hands-on experience, and in-person networking. A weekend dedicated to all things aesthetics. And two of the expert educators are members of our Confidence Team! Lauren Gardstrom Lauren's clinical presentation is titled: Integrating PLLA in a Treatment Strategy for Atrophic Acne Scars Lauren will present on using Sculptra in a layered approach with subscision and microneedling. This method works to fi

The Confidence Lab is excited to introduce you to JobSnob. This women-owned company is dedicated to connecting individuals to their dream careers. The first and only national job board specializing exclusively in Medical Aesthetics. Browse their job board for exclusive opportunities with leading med spas, plastic surgery practices, dermatology clinics, and aesthetic companies across the country. You can search by job title, location and location, and category of job. This fle

Welcoming a new patient into your treatment chair is like going on a first date. You both want to make a good impression, have so many questions, and are hoping to find your perfect match. There are many ways to navigate that budding relationship. We asked our practitioner Claire Lebamoff, RN, how she approaches patients who are new to aesthetics. How do you start with a new patient? I always start by asking their main concern. I try to focus on being educational, but I also

Welcome to "Where Are They Now?", a series that follows the journey of individuals who have attended one of our courses and how they have applied the skills and knowledge gained with us in their professional and personal lives. We believe that learning is a lifelong journey. We take pride in knowing that our program has positively impacted the lives of our attendees. Noemi Zamudio, FNP-BC, APRN Noemi Zamudio, FNP-BC, APRN, completed the In Person Preceptorship Program with Th

Kristin Dobry, NP, joined The Confidence Lab as a Laser Safety Officer. Her knowledge and passion for teaching onboarded our whole team of practitioners into providing MOXI and BBL treatments. After training up our team, she's achieved a new level of accomplishment. Kristin was selected to join the Sciton Luminary Team. This team is responsible for training practitioners around the country on best practices, safety standards, and treatment planning. We recently sat down with

Welcome to "Where Are They Now?", a series that follows the journey of individuals who have attended one of our courses and how they have applied the skills and knowledge gained with us in their professional and personal lives. We believe that learning is a lifelong journey. We take pride in knowing that our program has positively impacted the lives of our attendees. Jessie Severance Jessie Severance, BSN, RN, just completed the Virtual Preceptorship Program at The Confidence

Empowering Practitioners Through Education Success as an aesthetic practitioner starts with a solid foundation in anatomy. When we understand the planes of the face, the placement of arteries, and the depths of fat pads, we feel more confident when we reach the treatment chair. Gaining experience through hands-on training truly makes a difference. Our philosophy centers on empowerment through education. Foundations in aesthetic medicine must precede technique. A strong grasp

Rana's Perspective During one of our Confidence Roundtable Zooms, a preceptee shared how much she loved our program; but she said she felt like we had covered so much except one very important question: How does a practitioner find their forever home? I immediately responded: You create it She then said she never wanted to be a business owner, but she wanted a workplace where she could stay forever. I told her that, ultimately, she may never actually find her forever home. An

@confidencebyclairern You've heard us talk about them before, and we absolutely will again! Today, Claire Lebamoff, RN , shares with us how she sees photos as an essential part of the patient treatment experience. Why do before and after photos matter? Before and after photos aren't just a reflection of our work as providers - they are a source of objective truth for our patients. Much of the work we do is subtle which can be difficult for patients to perceive in real time o

Welcome to "Where Are They Now?" , a series that follows the journey of individuals who have attended one of our courses and how they have applied the skills and knowledge gained with us in their professional and personal lives. We believe that learning is a lifelong journey. We take pride in knowing that our program has positively impacted the lives of our attendees. Liz Firestone Liz Firestone, NP APRN, joined The Confidence Lab for a Sculptra Training. What were your profe

Welcome to "Where Are They Now?" , a series that follows the journey of individuals who have attended one of our courses and how they have applied the skills and knowledge gained with us in their professional and personal lives. We believe that learning is a lifelong journey. We take pride in knowing that our program has positively impacted the lives of our attendees. Maison 627 The aesthetic practitioners from Maison 627 joined us all the way from Winnipeg, Canada for 2 days

Welcome to "Where Are They Now?" , a series that follows the journey of individuals who have attended one of our courses and how they have applied the skills and knowledge gained with us in their professional and personal lives. We believe that learning is a lifelong journey. We take pride in knowing that our program has positively impacted the lives of our attendees. Taylee Eldridge Introducing Taylee Eldridge, APRN-FPA as our newest addition to our "Where Are They Now?" ser

It is an honor and a privilege to write this as the founder of The Confidence Lab. As I reflect on where we are today, I feel incredibly grateful and deeply proud. Proud of our team, our educators, our administrative staff, and the practitioners who represent this community every day. We have built a strong foundation together, one rooted in trust, integrity, and a deep commitment to ethical aesthetic education. At the heart of everything we do is a simple but powerful belief

Welcome to "Where Are They Now?" , a series that follows the journey of individuals who have attended one of our courses and how they have applied the skills and knowledge gained with us in their professional and personal lives. We believe that learning is a lifelong journey. We take pride in knowing that our program has positively impacted the lives of our attendees. Ayia Abdeljabbar Introducing Ayia Abdeljabbar as our newest addition to our "Where Are They Now?" series. Wha

Is "Revitalizing Your Career" one of your New Year's resolutions? If so, you're in the right place! Here’s a handy guide to creating a successful resume that will help you land interviews and stand out in the competitive aesthetic industry. Our Skin & Concierge Manager, Gina Gonzalez, has seen countless resumes—some good, some bad, and some truly marvelous. Here are her top recommendations to make yours shine, along with common pitfalls to avoid. Reframing Your Experience One

Welcome to "Where Are They Now?", a series that follows the journey of individuals who have attended one of our courses and how they have applied the skills and knowledge gained with us in their professional and personal lives. We believe that learning is a lifelong journey, and we take pride in knowing that our program has had a positive impact on the lives of our attendees. Andrea Hruzek-Graber Introducing Andrea, the newest addition to our "Where Are They Now?" series. And

Welcome to " Where Are They Now?" , a series that follows the journey of individuals who have attended one of our courses and how they have applied the skills and knowledge gained with us in their professional and personal lives. We believe that learning is a lifelong journey, and we take pride in knowing that our program has had a positive impact on the lives of our attendees. Allyson Fritts Introducing Allyson Fritts the newest addition to our "Where Are They Now?" series.

November has been a whirlwind of conferences for our team. We attended Med Spa Pro Conference in Boca Raton, and Needle Arts Conference in Philadelphia. As always, our team is the first to sit in the front row every morning, and also the first to get the dancing started after hours. We are so proud of how they represent The Confidence Bar and the lessons we all bring back to share. Here are some of the highlights of what we've learned over the last few weeks. From the Busines

Our first cohort of The Confidence Lab Preceptorship Program is finishing up this week! These brilliant and talented preceptees have dedicated countless hours to improving their skills in aesthetic medicine. Over the past 6 months, they have: Studied 40+ hours of training video Attended 9 hours of zoom meetings Joined us from 13 states - and 3 time zones Participated in 86 shadow assist days Observed 126 filler treatments Observed 421 neuromodulator treatments Treated 24 mode

Welcome to "Where Are They Now?" , a series that follows the journey of individuals who have attended one of our courses and how they have applied the skills and knowledge gained with us in their professional and personal lives. We believe that learning is a lifelong journey, and we take pride in knowing that our program has had a positive impact on the lives of our attendees. Laura Gary, MSN RN Introducing Laura Gary, the newest addition to our "Where Are They Now?" series.