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The Rebel Show

The Rebel Show

Bree Mesquit 105 Episodes Jul 20, 2026

The Rebel Show is a podcast for estheticians and waxers, hosted by Bree Mesquit, founder of Lash and Wax OC and creator of Rebel Wax. It offers beauty industry business advice, expert waxing techniques, client service tips, and personal development strategies. Bree shares her 12+ years of experience and insights from building a 7-figure waxing brand to help listeners grow their businesses and achieve success.

Episodes

113. Esthetician School Survival Guide | Tips Every Student Needs Before Graduating
113. Esthetician School Survival Guide | Tips Every Student Needs Before Graduating Jul 20, 2026 00:24:43 Are you currently in esthetician school or thinking about becoming an esthetician?In this episode of The Rebel Show, I'm sharing everything I wish someone had told me before I started esthetic school. We'll talk about what school actually prepares you for, how to choose the right school, how to build a professional reputation from day one, avoid common mistakes, make the most of your educa
112. The REAL Cost of Beauty Trade Shows | What Vendors Don't Tell You (Vegas 2026)
112. The REAL Cost of Beauty Trade Shows | What Vendors Don't Tell You (Vegas 2026) Jul 13, 2026 00:42:02 If you've ever wondered what it's actually like to run a booth at a beauty trade show, this episode is for you.Chance and I are pulling back the curtain on our experience exhibiting at Be Well Vegas 2026. We're sharing the good, the bad, and everything in between, from driving 15+ hours with nearly 1,500 pounds of inventory, unexpected expenses, union rules, booth setup chaos, Wi-Fi pr
111. How to Get More Waxing Clients FAST | The Rule of 100 for Estheticians
111. How to Get More Waxing Clients FAST | The Rule of 100 for Estheticians Jul 6, 2026 00:18:40 If you're struggling to get more waxing clients, fill empty appointment slots, or grow your esthetics business, this episode is for you.Today I'm breaking down the exact marketing strategy I've been using to rapidly grow our waxing studio, and it's working.After implementing the Rule of 100, our brand-new waxer booked 31 clients in her first 7 days, and our studio continues to see
110. The Best Defense Is Offense: How Estheticians Stay Fully Booked
110. The Best Defense Is Offense: How Estheticians Stay Fully Booked Jun 29, 2026 00:20:45 Are you only marketing your business when your books are slow?In this episode of The Rebel Show, I'm sharing one of the biggest mindset shifts that has helped me grow both my studio and Rebel Wax: the best defense is offense.Too many estheticians wait until appointments slow down, income drops, or motivation shows up before they take action. The truth is, by the time you're reacting, you&#
109. The 6 Stages Every Solo Esthetician Goes Through (Don't Quit Yet)
109. The 6 Stages Every Solo Esthetician Goes Through (Don't Quit Yet) Jun 22, 2026 00:17:01 Have you ever opened your waxing business full of excitement… only to find yourself crying in your car wondering if you made a huge mistake? You're not alone. In this episode of The Rebel Show, we're breaking down the 6 stages every solo esthetician goes through when building a beauty business. From the excitement of opening your doors to the dreaded "Valley of Despair," understanding this emotion
108. How I Booked 31 Clients In 7 Days As A Waxing Studio Owner | Rebel Wax Studio
108. How I Booked 31 Clients In 7 Days As A Waxing Studio Owner | Rebel Wax Studio Jun 15, 2026 00:29:06 If you're a solo esthetician, waxing studio owner, or beauty professional struggling to fill your books, this episode is for you.I recently hired a new waxer and in her first 7 days she had 31 clients on her books. Fast forward just a few short weeks and she now has over 200 appointments booked since joining our team. In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly what I did to make it happen
107. How They Built A $1M Waxing Business | Wax With Sayge | The Wax Coven
107. How They Built A $1M Waxing Business | Wax With Sayge | The Wax Coven Jun 8, 2026 00:47:31 How do you go from being a solo waxer to leading a team of seven and building a waxing studio on track for $1 million in annual revenue?In this episode of The Rebel Show, I sit down with Catie and Alyssa, owners of The Wax Coven in Springfield, Missouri. We dive into their journey from working in toxic salon environments to building a thriving waxing business with a strong team culture, incredible
106. Waxing Business Marketing Strategy For Estheticians | Bree Mesquit
106. Waxing Business Marketing Strategy For Estheticians | Bree Mesquit Jun 1, 2026 00:12:51 Most estheticians are posting content with zero strategy… then wondering why nobody is booking.In this episode of The Rebel Show, I break down TOFU, MOFU, BOFU (top of funnel, middle of funnel, bottom of funnel) and how to actually guide potential clients from discovering your business to becoming repeat clients.We’re talking about:• How to get more waxing clients• The content every esthetician sh
105. Why Every Waxer Should Get Waxed
105. Why Every Waxer Should Get Waxed May 25, 2026 00:13:09 Should estheticians be offering Brazilian waxes if they’ve never experienced one themselves? In this episode of The Rebel Show, I’m breaking down the 7 reasons why I believe waxers should be on the receiving end of the services they offer and how it can completely change your client experience, communication, confidence, and overall waxing business.We talk about:
• How getting waxed improves clien
104. How To Fire A Difficult Client As An Esthetician
104. How To Fire A Difficult Client As An Esthetician May 18, 2026 00:17:48 If you’ve ever had a client who constantly no shows, disrespects your policies, drains your energy, or makes you dread seeing their name on your schedule… this episode is for you. In today’s episode of The Rebel Show, I’m breaking down exactly how to professionally fire a difficult client as an esthetician without ruining your reputation or creating unnecessary drama. I’m sharing:• The biggest cli
103. Hard Wax vs Soft Wax vs Sugaring Truth
103. Hard Wax vs Soft Wax vs Sugaring Truth May 11, 2026 00:10:37 If you’re an esthetician trying to decide between hard wax, soft wax, or sugaring - or you’ve been told one is “better” than the others - this episode breaks down the truth.In this episode of The Rebel Show, I’m calling out one of the biggest problems in the beauty industry right now: estheticians bashing other hair removal methods to market their business.All three methods can deliver amazing res
102. How to Hire Your First Waxer for Your Studio
102. How to Hire Your First Waxer for Your Studio May 4, 2026 00:25:30 Are you fully booked and wondering when if it’s time to hire your first waxer?In this episode, I break down how to hire a commission waxer for your wax studio step by step. Learn when you’re ready to hire, how to pay commission, what to ask during interviews, how to train a new wax specialist, and mistakes to avoid when building your team.This is perfect for estheticians, solo waxers, and beauty b

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