Welcome to Building Beauty, a space where we share inspiring, air-it-all-out conversations about what it really takes to build 6 and 7 figure beauty businesses while staying true to personal growth, fulfillment and heart-centered leadership. Whether you’re just starting out in the aesthetics industry or scaling to new heights, each episode is filled with nuggets of wisdom, relatable stories, and practical tips from your two esty-besties to help you create a business and life you love with intention and grace.
Big love, Mel and Lil
This rapid-fire episode is short, sweet, and packed with impact. We’re breaking down the five core mottos that shape how we show up in life and business—from embracing abundance to mastering consistency and staying in our own lane. These are the little mindset shifts and mantras that have made a big difference over time, and we hope they’ll inspire and ground you as much as they’ve done for us.
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24 Nov 2025
Always a Student: How Curiosity Elevates Your Brand
True mastery doesn’t come from doing the same thing over and over—it comes from staying curious, being open, and always choosing to learn. In this episode, we’re talking about what it means to be intentional about growth at every stage of your career. From market research and travel to stepping outside your comfort zone, we’re sharing how staying teachable and inspired has helped us evolve—not just in skill, but in mindset, vision, and creativity.
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17 Nov 2025
When It Feels Like You’re Doing It Alone: Tools for the Tough Days
No one really talks about how lonely entrepreneurship can feel—until you’re in it. In this episode, we’re getting real about the quiet moments, the heavy days, and the emotional weight that comes with running a business on your own. We’re also sharing the self-care rituals, communication practices, boundaries, and mindset shifts that have helped us soothe the inevitable loneliness and stay grounded while building something big.
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Follow us on Instagram at
@meltbymelissa @beautyatbellissima
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10 Nov 2025
Systems That Scale: Our Go-To Tools & Techy Stuff
Let’s talk systems—the behind-the-scenes magic that keeps our businesses flowing smoothly. In this bite-sized episode, we’re sharing the tools, tech, and platforms we swear by, and how they’ve helped us stay organized, consistent, and ready to scale. Whether you’re a pen-and-paper girl or just getting started with automation, this one’s packed with actionable tips to simplify your day-to-day and elevate your business.
Say it with us: systems are SEXY! They’re the behind-the-scenes magic that keeps our businesses flowing smoothly AND keeps us sane in the process.
In this bite-sized episode, we’re offering up the tools, tech, and platforms we swear by, and explaining how they’ve helped us stay organized, consistent, and scalable. Whether you’re a pen-and-paper girlie or diving into full-on automation, this one’s packed with actionable tips to simplify your day-to-day and elevate your business with more ease and intention.
LINKS/RESOURCES:
Follow us on Instagram at
@meltbymelissa @beautyatbellissima
Website:
https://meltbymelissa.com/
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15 Sept 2025
Beyond the Brows: The Secret to Magnetizing Clients for Life
If you’ve been wondering how to turn first-timers into lifelong clients, listen in. Today, we’re talking about the magic of building trust, creating an unforgettable service experience, and how we each grew waitlisted books of business through genuine relationships, not gimmicks. From small, intentional touches to cultivating a sense of community, we break down exactly how to build a beauty brand that people feel deeply connected to.
Consider this your reminder that your energy is your superpower and that how you make people feel is what they’ll remember, and return for, most!
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@meltbymelissa @beautyatbellissima
8 Sept 2025
Becoming Beauty Pros: The Real Journey from Beginner to Business Owner
Before the titles, the teams, or the storefronts, we were just two twenty-somethings wondering if beauty was our thing.
From enrolling in esty school and leaping into solopreneurship to signing the lease on our own studios and hiring our very first aestheticians, we share what sparked our passion, how we knew this was our path, and what it really took to grow from beginners to business owners.
We get real about the fears that almost held us back, the mindset shifts that kept us moving, and the signs that might mean this industry, or entrepreneurship, is calling you too!
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@meltbymelissa @beautyatbellissima
18 Aug 2025
Our Origin Story: Friendship, Mentorship and More!
In this debut episode of Building Beauty, we’re pulling back the curtain and sharing the origin story of our mentorship and friendship. From how we met to how our bond evolved into something that would change both our lives (and careers), we’re getting personal.
You’ll hear our first impressions, the unexpected way our mentorship began, and why this relationship has been such a huge part of building beautiful, fulfilling lives—and now, this podcast.
If you’re creating a solo beauty biz, seeking deeper support, or craving a reminder that you don’t have to do it all alone, this episode (and podcast) is for you!
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@meltbymelissa @beautyatbellissima
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