Hormonal Facial Hair Problems? Here's What Works.

25/12/2025 34 min Episodio 61

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Episode Synopsis

We're thrilled to welcome Lina Kennedy, owner of Alexandria Professional, back to the podcast for an insightful esthetician interview. This episode offers valuable esthetician tips and delves into important skincare topics, including hormonal acne and waxing. For those interested in an esthetician career, this conversation provides essential esthetician education.Menopause, hormonal facial hair, and skin changes are still topics many women feel uncomfortable talking about — and that silence directly impacts how supported they feel in the treatment room.We dive into the real reasons hormonal facial hair appears during perimenopause and menopause, how skin changes affect hair removal treatments, and why estheticians play a critical role in helping women feel confident, seen, and supported during this stage of life.Lena shares decades of expertise, personal experience, and clinical insight — from forced menopause at a young age to treating thousands of women dealing with PCOS, menopause, and hormonal imbalances. This conversation goes far beyond hair removal and into emotional care, consultation skills, and mastering your craft as a professional.✨ In this episode, we cover:Why menopause has historically been silenced — and why that must changeThe hormonal science behind facial hair growth in menopause & PCOSWhy sugaring is often better suited for hormonal facial hair than waxing or dermaplaningCommon mistakes estheticians make when treating menopausal skinThe emotional impact of facial hair and how to create a safe, respectful treatment roomWhy tweezing and shaving can worsen hormonal hair growthHow skin conditioning improves results for menopausal clientsSetting realistic expectations without overpromisingWhy menopause deserves more expertise, not lessHow estheticians can confidently niche into hormonal facial hair supportThis episode is a must-listen if you’re an esthetician who wants to:✔ Offer better results✔ Build deeper client trust✔ Understand hormonal skin & hair✔ Stand out as a true expert in your community

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