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How Much Should Your MedSpa Spend on Marketing? The Data-Driven Answer
A comprehensive guide revealing the optimal marketing budget for medical spas, backed by industry data and expert insights. Understand how to strategically allocate your marketing dollars for maximum growth.

Why Every Medspa Owner Is Buying Machines Wrong (And How The Client-First Machine Method™ Fixes It)
Discover why medspa owners are wasting money on machines their clients don’t want—and how The Client-First Machine Method™ helps you grow smarter by serving your best clients first.

New Rules Crack Down on Bad Behavior at Medical Conferences
Medical conferences are cracking down on unprofessional behavior with new policies aimed at fostering respect and inclusivity. These initiatives, led by organizations like the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, offer valuable lessons for all professional settings—including medspas

The Medical Spa Boom & Bust Cycle: Surviving the Correction and Thriving in a Maturing Industry
Discover how the medical spa industry is entering a critical correction phase. Learn what you need to do to survive, grow, and thrive as the market matures. Expert insights for medspa owners navigating the boom-and-bust cycle.

What Is The Best Medspa Software? A Comprehensive Comparison for 2025
Discover the best EMR systems for medspas in 2025. Compare features, pricing, and scalability to find the perfect fit for your practice.
Medical Director vs. Collaborating Physician: What Every Medspa Owner Needs to Know
Confused about the difference between a collaborating physician and a medical director for your medspa? This guide explains their roles, costs, and state requirements.
How To Barter Services Correctly: With Service Template
Starting a medical spa—or any business, really—often feels like a crash course in resourcefulness. When funds are tight, you might find yourself...
HIPAA Compliance and Your Website: Don’t Fall for the Myths and Scare Tactics
Learn the truth about HIPAA compliance for medspa websites and why it’s about how tools are used, not the platform. Avoid scare tactics!

HIPAA Compliance and Your Website: Don’t Fall for the Myths and Scare Tactics
Learn the truth about HIPAA compliance for medspa websites and why it’s about how tools are used, not the platform. Avoid scare tactics!

20 Ways to Answer the Question, “How Are You?” (And 20 Ways Not To)
Client interactions start with simple questions like, ‘How are you?’ Learn 20 thoughtful, engaging ways to respond that build connections and set the tone for appointments, plus what not to say.

What Are Aesthetician Bridge Practices?
Learn how aesthetician bridge practices enhance patient outcomes, improve safety, and increase satisfaction in medspas. Discover actionable insights and examples.

How To Track Medical Spa Employee Performance: Importance and Free Template
Discover how leading medical spas use smart performance tracking to drive growth, motivate staff, and maximize revenue. Download our proven tracking template and implementation guide.

Good Faith Exam vs. Consultation: What’s the Difference?
If you've ever wondered about the difference between consultations and Good Faith Exams in your medspa, you're not alone! Let's dive into why these...

Will the Lipstick Effect Shine in 2025 Amid Economic Uncertainty?
As economic uncertainty looms in 2025, the beauty industry leans on the enduring ‘lipstick effect’—the tendency for consumers to indulge in small luxuries during tough times. Explore its history, current trends, and strategies for medspas to thrive in challenging conditions.

This Version of “Creep” Shows What Your MedSpa Can Learn About Standing Out
This remarkable version of “Creep” isn’t just another cover; it’s a masterclass in reinventing the familiar. Learn how drawing on your personal style, creative collaborations, and genuine authenticity can help your medspa stand out in a crowded marketplace.

3 Things to Focus On to Make Your Aesthetics Business Successful in 2025
As an aesthetician, you’re not just in the business of providing effective treatments - you’re also running a business that needs strategy and structure in order to thrive. The aesthetics industry is evolving rapidly, with new trends, technologies, and client...

10 Questions to Ask The Vendor Before You Buy Your Next (or first) Treatment Machine
Here we go, here we go, here we go again... The end of the year approaches, and this means medspa owners find themselves on the receiving end of the laser rep who has a "demo machine" that just happens to be available — but only if you act fast. The urgency, the...
HIPAA Compliance and Business Associate Agreements (BAAs): What Medspas Need to Know
Is your medspa HIPAA compliant? Discover who qualifies as a Business Associate, when to use a Business Associate Agreement (BAA), and how to implement effective training and security measures to protect Protected Health Information (PHI). This guide covers key compliance requirements, including managing PHI access, employee training schedules, and vendor agreements.
How SkinCeuticals’ Pro 1:1 Consultations Could Boost Your Aesthetics Business
SkinCeuticals’ Pro 1:1 Virtual Consultations are changing the game in personalized skincare. Learn how medspas can capitalize on this trend to increase visibility, drive sales, and enhance the client experience.
How to Quickly Check if a Product is FDA Approved for Your Medspa
As the Aesthetics Industry continues to grow at a staggering rate, oversight will be stricter -...
Walk-In Botox Services: Before You Hate the Idea, Hear Us Out
If you’re an injector, practice manager, or receptionist reading this, I get it. The idea of...
Why Checking Product Expiration Dates is Essential for Your Medspa (Plus a Free Product Inventory Spreadsheet!)
In the hustle of running a medspa, keeping track of every detail can be overwhelming—but ensuring...
How to Say “No” to a Medspa Client—With Compassion and Care
In the medspa world, it’s common for clients to request treatments they may not need, whether it’s...

Don’t Get Banned or Fined: The Medspa Owner’s Guide to SMS Marketing Compliance
One of our readers recently reached out after being banned from Mailchimp, suspecting it was due to a promotional text about Botox. We won’t name names (your secrets are safe here!), but this story is a cautionary tale for all medspa owners. Getting banned from your...

Virtual Consultations: Why Every MedSpa Should Offer Them
Why Virtual Consultations Matter for MedSpas Virtual consultations have become a vital tool for medspas looking to stay competitive. By offering virtual consultations, medspa owners can reach clients who may not have easy access to in-person visits or who prefer the...

How to Handle Bad Google Reviews
Getting a bad Google Review sucks, whether it is deserved or not the chances are (very high, see statistics below) that at some point handling bad Google reviews is a challenge every business owner faces. But I believe how you respond to a bad Google Review (and yes,...

Why Your MedSpa Receptionist is Key to Success: Free Downloadable Phone Script Included!
As a medspa owner, one of the hardest parts of growing your business is learning to delegate—especially when it comes to answering the phone. When you're just starting out, the phone is your lifeline. Every call feels like a personal connection with a potential...

How to Become an Aesthetic Nurse: A Complete Guide to a Rewarding Career
Are you interested in combining healthcare expertise with the art of cosmetic treatments? If you're passionate about helping others achieve confidence in their natural beauty, a career in aesthetic nursing might be perfect for you. This detailed guide will walk you...

CareCredit vs. Cherry Financing: Which Is Right for Your MedSpa?
The Growing Need for Financing Options In today’s competitive aesthetic market, offering financing options is essential for medspas to cater to a broader range of clients. Two popular - and most common in medspas - financing solutions are CareCredit and Cherry...

Aesthetic Nurse Salary Guide: State-by-State Comparison (2024)
Are you considering a career as an aesthetic nurse or wondering how your current salary compares to other states? This comprehensive guide breaks down aesthetic nurse salaries across the United States, helping you understand earning potential in this growing field....

Who Can Legally Inject Botox and Fillers in Each State: 2024 Interactive Map
NJ Forever - at least in my heart - but physically I am a recent transplant to the PNW and boy does it feel like the Wild West out here sometimes - especially when it comes to the medical spa industry. In this ever-evolving world of aesthetic medicine, staying...
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