Today’s guests are Dr Simon Jackson, from Davines and Hayley May from BLC Cosmetics Dr. Simon Jackson, a highly respected natural product scientist and pharmacognosist known for his pioneering contributions to natural compound research. Dr. Jackson specializes in identifying and developing bioactive compounds from plants, marine life, and other natural sources for therapeutic applications. His work bridges traditional medicine with modern pharmaceutical science, exploring chemical compositions and biological activities that hold promise for treating conditions like cancer, infec ..read more

Today’s guest is Dr Tiina Meder from MEDER BEAUTY SCIENCE Dr. Meder's passion for science and medicine has shaped a remarkable career that began in cardiology and transitioned to dermatology, where her fascination with the complexities of human skin found its home. In 2009, she founded Meder Beauty Science, driven by a desire to challenge conventional skincare. Today, her innovative brand spans over 30 countries, with treatments offered in more than 10,000 clinics worldwide. A true pioneer, Dr. Meder introduced the use of peptides for forehead wrinkles, integrated prebioti ..read more

Today's guest is Michael Pugliese from Circadia Australia. An informed educator, writer, and asset to the skincare industry, Michael Pugliese became the third-generation CEO of Circadia by Dr. Pugliese in 2006. His dedication and leadership to the brand has grown to achieve international recognition and distribution worldwide. This global expansion has created a skincare regime for every skin type in the world. Michael’s compelling lectures honors the tenets of modern skin science discovered originally by his grandfather. By following in his grandfather’s footsteps, Michael ha ..read more

Today’s guest are Darryl Reed and Charlotte Meli from Tissue Repair. Darryl brings a wealth of experience from roles across research, government, and the private sector, including multinational corporations and startups. After completing a melanoma research fellowship in Switzerland, he returned to Australia to work with the Therapeutic Goods Administration before taking on senior positions with Roche and Bayer. Now, as Chief Operating Officer at Tissue Repair Ltd, Darryl plays a pivotal role in the company's growth and ASX listing. Charlotte’s journey in the co ..read more

Today’s guest is Heather Vounnou from The Global Beauty Group Global Education Innovator at The Global Beauty Group, Heather is an esteemed leader in the beauty education sector. With a degree from the University of Johannesburg’s Faculty of Health Sciences, Heather's career has spanned globally, including roles at the International Dermal Institute and Ella Baché, where she revamped national training programs. At Ultraceuticals, she launched the award-winning UltraAcademy. Since joining The Global Beauty Group in 2019, Heather has pioneered their acclaimed Education HUB Blende ..read more

Today’s guest is Lisa Paone from derma aesthetics With over 20 years of experience in the skincare and aesthetics industry, Lisa is the Head of Education at Derma Aesthetics, distributors of dermaviduals, SIMKA Skin, EXCEED Medical Microneedling, and more. She leads the design and implementation of training programs that equip skincare professionals with the skills and knowledge to excel in a rapidly evolving field. Lisa’s approach to education focuses on empowerment, fostering not only technical proficiency but also a deep understanding of skin physiology. Her passion for hands ..read more

Today’s guest is Hannah Gay from Professional Beauty. Hannah Gay joined Professional Beauty in 2019 as Beauty Editor before moving into her current role as Online and Special Projects Editor. Hannah manages online written, social and video content for Professional Beauty, with a keen interest in the latest industry news. She loves to be kept up-to-date on professional brand and product launches, business profiles, and all news impacting Australian beauty salon workers. Here to discuss how we can elevate the esteemed Beauty Therapist from Professional Beauty,  ..read more

Today’s guest is Sarah Hudson for Lumenis Sarah is an Aesthetic Practitioner who, for over twenty-five years, has provided aesthetic skin services to valued clients and been a leader in aesthetic skin therapy. Frequently invited to share her knowledge at industry events, work groups, seminars and panels, Sarah is renowned for her expertise in the field of RF Skin Needling, IPL, Medical Grade Laser, and LED Light Therapies, and has been featured across industry and consumer media from print to television. Sarah is also a key opinion leader (KOL) for Lumenis and triLift, the world’s first dynami ..read more

Today’s guest is Clinical Training Specialist And BDM Rhiannon Mitsopoulos from Lutronic Australia. Rhiannon brings a wealth of knowledge with over 15 years of experience. She has worked within Australia and around the world with a passion for specialised laser training and business support within the aesthetic, dermatology, and cosmetic surgery sectors.  Her experience in the aesthetic industry including owning and managing her own businesses has led her to step into a hybrid role for Lutronic. Here to share her insights on the Clarity II, from Lutronic Australia, today we welcome Rhiann ..read more

Today’s guest is Nicky Tzimas from CPD Institute of Australia A leader in this growing field, Nicky brings cross-industry expertise and a global perspective to the artistry and safety of facial aesthetics, where she has been instrumental in shaping the careers of more than 3,000 healthcare practitioners and therapists in Australia. A registered nurse with a background in mental health nursing underpins and drives her values and attitudes in ensuring best practice and evidenced based practice, making patient advocacy and service delivery and outcome her priority. Nicky ..read more