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The Rebel Show

The Rebel Show

Bree Mesquit 105 Episodes Aug 17, 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

117. Comparison Isn’t the Problem. Here’s What Is.
117. Comparison Isn’t the Problem. Here’s What Is. Aug 17, 2026 00:14:33 What if comparing yourself to successful people isn't actually the problem?We've all heard, “Comparison is the thief of joy.” I've even said it myself. But I've changed my mind.Comparison is human nature. The question isn't whether you're going to compare yourself. it's what you DO with that comparison.In this episode, we're talking about the difference between dest
116. Why Some Estheticians Build 6 Figures...and Others Stay Broke
116. Why Some Estheticians Build 6 Figures...and Others Stay Broke Aug 10, 2026 00:15:12 Why do some estheticians completely transform their business while others stay stuck even after taking the same classes, coaching, and courses?In this episode of The Rebel Show, I break down the 4 types of people when they receive information and explains why knowledge alone never creates success.If you've ever wondered why motivation fades, why shiny object syndrome keeps pulling you off trac
115. Why Your Esthetics Business Feels Stuck (And How to Fix It)
115. Why Your Esthetics Business Feels Stuck (And How to Fix It) Aug 3, 2026 00:27:52 Have you ever heard successful entrepreneurs say, "You need systems," but wondered what that actually means?In this episode of The Rebel Show, I'm breaking down business systems in the simplest way possible so you can finally understand how they help you grow your esthetics business without feeling overwhelmed.We'll cover the 8 essential systems every solo esthetician should buil
114. Should You Quit or Keep Going? The Push vs Pivot Framework Every Esthetician Needs
114. Should You Quit or Keep Going? The Push vs Pivot Framework Every Esthetician Needs Jul 27, 2026 00:19:21 Have you ever wondered if you're supposed to push through the hard season... or if it's finally time to pivot?As entrepreneurs, it's one of the hardest decisions we'll ever make.In this episode of The Rebel Show, I share the exact questions I ask myself whenever I feel stuck in business. Whether you're struggling to book clients, questioning your marketing, considering changing
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

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