The Beauty Vault

Glamlink

Inside The Beauty Vault we share the stories of the professionals shaping the future of beauty. Hosted by Marie Matteucci and powered by Glamlink, this podcast features real conversations with innovators, experts and rising stars in beauty and wellness. Hear the journeys behind the success, the treatments everyone is talking about and the ideas pushing the industry forward.

  1. Exosomes, PDRN & Regenerative Aesthetics with Dr. Candice Fortunato

    6d ago

    Exosomes, PDRN & Regenerative Aesthetics with Dr. Candice Fortunato

    Dr. Candice Fortunato is a double board-certified physician and founder of Skin + Tonic in Henderson, Nevada. After years in traditional medicine, Candice combined her passion for science, wellness and beauty to create a practice focused on regenerative aesthetics and helping patients achieve natural, healthy-looking results. Candice shares her journey into aesthetics, the inspiration behind Skin + Tonic, and her approach to treating common concerns such as rosacea, hyperpigmentation, inflammation, collagen loss and aging skin. We also explore topics including exosomes, PDRN, biostimulators, microneedling, and why regenerative treatments are becoming one of the most talked-about movements in modern aesthetics. Guest: Candice Fortunato @drglowup, @skinandtonic702, skinandtonic702.com Hosted by Marie Matteucci @mmmbeautysecrets Powered by glamlink @theglamlinkedit 00:00 Introduction & Meet Dr. Candice Fortunato 00:59 From Internal Medicine to Aesthetics 01:32 The Inspiration Behind Skin + Tonic 03:44 What "More Than Skin Deep" Really Means 06:49 The Most Common Skin Concerns She Sees 07:28 Rosacea: Causes, Triggers & Treatment Options 09:07 Hyperpigmentation: Where to Start 12:15 Why Microneedling Is Her Most Requested Treatment 13:57 PDRN Explained: The Truth About "Salmon DNA" 15:24 Why Dr. Candice Loves Biostimulators 16:44 Bringing Medical Expertise Into Aesthetics 17:28 A Patient Transformation She'll Never Forget 19:06 The Unique Skin + Tonic Experience 20:42 Access by Glamlink & The Future of Beauty Tech 21:35 Where to Find Dr. Candice Fortunato 22:40 Closing Thoughts

    22 min
  2. Perimenopause, Estrogen Decline & Skin Aging Explained with Nurse Niki

    May 25

    Perimenopause, Estrogen Decline & Skin Aging Explained with Nurse Niki

    Most women don't connect what's happening to their skin with what's happening to their hormones but they should. In this episode of The Beauty Vault Podcast, host Marie Matteucci sits down with Nurse Niki Capobianco, a board-certified nurse practitioner specializing in hormone health, functional medicine, aesthetics, and women's wellness, for one of the most honest and clinically grounded conversations about perimenopause and aging that we've had on this show. Nurse Niki breaks down exactly why estrogen decline drives jowling, skin laxity and dryness and why waiting until your period stops to address it is too late. She explains the often-overlooked role of progesterone, why so many women in their 30s and 40s are suddenly experiencing jawline acne they never had as teenagers, and what the connection between oral birth control and hormonal chaos really looks like when women come off the pill. From bio-stimulant injectables like Radiesse and Sculptra, to laser treatments like HALO and Broadband Light (including a 10-year clinical study with results that are hard to believe), to medical-grade skincare, to mobile IV therapy. Nurse Niki walks through the full-spectrum approach she uses with her patients at The Look Med Spa in Las Vegas. She also shares the story of a patient who came in for a lip treatment and left six months later with reversed pre-diabetes markers, improved cholesterol and a visceral fat index cut nearly in half. Hosted by Marie Matteucci Powered by Glamlink Connecting beauty and wellness through education, conversation, and discovery. Subscribe for new episodes every week. Read Niki's feature in The Glamlink Edit, live 6/1 at glamlink.net/magazine Follow @theglamlinkedit for more beauty and wellness Follow Niki Capobianco: @nurseniki_Visit Niki at The Look Med Spa: @thelookmedspalv 00:00 Introduction & Nurse Nikki’s Story01:18 From Real Estate to Nursing After Family Trauma04:45 Why Women’s Hormones Are So Underserved05:10 Perimenopause, Estrogen Decline & Aging06:28 What Causes Jowling & Skin Laxity?08:36 Hormones, Collagen & Treatment Options09:45 Radiesse vs Sculptra Explained10:51 Best Skincare for Perimenopause & Aging Skin13:52 Hormonal Acne, Progesterone & Estrogen Dominance15:18 Favorite Treatments, Lasers & Anti-Aging Procedures16:59 Real Patient Transformations Through Hormone Optimization19:21 Why Nikki’s Approach Is Different21:45 Why Women Should Check Their Hormones Earlier22:18 PCOS, Acne & Hormone Awareness23:19 Building Her Brand in Las Vegas25:43 Mobile IV Therapy & Beauty IVs27:24 Final Thoughts on Perimenopause & Women’s Wellness

    26 min
  3. Acne, Inflammation & Skin Healing with Stephanie Nole

    May 18

    Acne, Inflammation & Skin Healing with Stephanie Nole

    What if skincare treatments didn’t have to sacrifice relaxation for results? Advanced esthetician Stephanie Nole of Sacred Skin by Steph shares her journey from the traditional medical spa world to creating a more healing, personalized approach to skincare in Las Vegas. Stephanie opens up about leaving the fast-paced med spa model behind, struggling with her own postpartum acne, and building a treatment experience focused on both results and nervous system healing. The conversation dives into microneedling myths, inflammation, hidden pore-clogging ingredients, skin barrier repair, hormones, and the connection between internal wellness and healthy skin. You can also read more about Stephanie Nole in the upcoming issue of The Glamlink Edit, featuring beauty professionals, treatments, wellness conversations, and industry insights from across beauty and wellness. Hosted by Marie MatteucciPowered by Glamlink Watch more beauty and wellness conversations at glamlink.net/podcast 00:00 – Introduction to Stephanie Nole03:04 – Leaving aesthetics & moving to Las Vegas04:06 – Postpartum acne, hormones & healing her skin05:18 – Dairy, supplements & hidden acne triggers07:14 – The skincare products that changed her skin10:37 – Building Sacred Skin by Steph11:10 – Microneedling myths & acne treatment14:44 – Best treatments for healthy skin maintenance15:34 – The ideal at-home skincare routine16:14 – Why many skincare products damage the skin barrier18:13 – Helping teenagers heal severe acne20:19 – Stephanie’s favorite skincare ingredient21:57 – The pore-clogger ingredient checker22:50 – Final thoughts

    21 min
  4. Why Glycolic Acid, Retinol & Vitamin C Actually Work | Marini Skin Solutions with Sariah Yackee

    May 10

    Why Glycolic Acid, Retinol & Vitamin C Actually Work | Marini Skin Solutions with Sariah Yackee

    Marie Matteucci sits down with Marini Skin Solutions representative Sariah Yackee to discuss the skincare ingredients changing the way professionals approach acne, aging, pores, pigmentation, and skin health. From glycolic acid and retinol to vitamin C, PDRN, and barrier repair, this episode breaks down why certain ingredients work, why others fail, and how Jan Marini Skin Solutions became one of the most respected professional skincare lines in the industry. Topics include: glycolic acid for congestion and poreswhy most vitamin C serums irritate skinretinol without excessive peeling or damageacne solutions for teens and adultsglass skin and pore refinementPDRN / salmon DNA skincarebarrier repair and healingNeuroSmooth and “soft landing” after neurotoxinsskincare myths and misconceptionswhy Marie switched skincare brands after years of loyaltyHosted by Marie Matteucci Powered by glamlink Subscribe for more conversations with beauty and wellness professionals, treatment education, skincare innovations, and industry insights. 00:00 – Introduction & Meet Sariah Yackee 01:22 – Why Marie Switched Skincare Brands 02:17 – The Vitamin C & Retinol Skepticism 04:41 – Discovering Jan Marini Skin Solutions 05:36 – Why the Jan Marini System Stands Out 06:26 – BioClear & the Power of Glycolic Acid 08:36 – How Glycolic Acid Improves Skin 10:08 – Congestion, Blackheads & Enlarged Pores 13:25 – Siesta Serum & Non-Irritating Vitamin C 16:08 – DMAE, Lifting & Skin Tightening Benefits 17:43 – The Neck Cream Everyone Talks About 19:55 – Why Jan Marini Retinol Is Different 21:48 – Duality for Acne & Teen Skin Concerns 24:27 – Reboot, PDRN & Salmon DNA Explained 26:21 – Reboot for Healing & Barrier Repair 27:25 – NeuroSmooth, Glass Skin & Pore Refinement 30:26 – Favorite Jan Marini Products 31:16 – Final Thoughts & Why Marie Made the Switch

    30 min
  5. Diagnosed With Cancer At 30, Now She Runs A Full-Service Medspa | Brianna Shaneybrook Omni Luminous

    Apr 27

    Diagnosed With Cancer At 30, Now She Runs A Full-Service Medspa | Brianna Shaneybrook Omni Luminous

    In this episode of the Beauty Vault Podcast, we sit down with Brianna of Omni Luminous, a Las Vegas-based beauty professional whose journey is anything but typical.Brianna is known for offering an incredible range of services-from tattoo artistry and advanced aesthetics to laser treatments, microneedling, and more. But behind her skill set and growing business is a story of resilience that reshaped her entire path.At 30, Brianna was diagnosed with thyroid cancer and went through years of treatments, surgeries, and recovery. What could have stopped her instead became a turning point. After navigating one of the most difficult chapters of her life, she made the decision to rebuild-stepping fully into the beauty industry and creating something of her own.Today, she runs a full-service beauty studio in Las Vegas, bringing together multiple disciplines under one roof. From creative artistry to corrective treatments, her approach is rooted in transformation-helping clients feel confident in both how they look and how they feel.Hosted by Marie Matteucci  @mmmbeautysecrets  Powered by Glamlink- Created for the beauty + wellness industry00:00 Introduction & Brianna’s Background 00:24 Full-Service Beauty: Everything She Offers 01:38 Favorite Treatments: Lasers, Tattoos & Transformation 02:29 Microneedling with Exosomes Explained 03:04 Laser Treatments & Results 03:50 From Makeup to Aesthetics (Wanting to Be an Injector) 04:47 Opening Her Spa & Managing Multiple Services 05:30 Cancer Diagnosis at 30 06:27 27 Surgeries, Treatments & Recovery 07:28 Investment Opportunity & Building Her Business 08:18 Expanding into a Larger Studio & Team 08:58 Skincare Lines & Client Approach 09:52 Future Expansion Plans in Las Vegas 10:55 Receiving the Cancer Diagnosis (Emotional Impact) 12:12 Complications, Advocacy & Finding Answers 13:07 Early Symptoms & Fighting for a Diagnosis 14:30 Managing Life, Family & Business Through Cancer 15:23 “I Decided I Wasn’t Sick Anymore” 16:13 Mindset, Normalcy & Pushing Through 17:06 Life After Cancer & Perspective 18:16 Tattoo Style & Creative Passion 19:22 Expansion Plans & Opening in Henderson 20:03 Where to Find Brianna & Omni Luminous 21:55 Closing & Final Thoughts

    22 min
  6. Brianna Lakin on Grit, Hair Extensions and What No One Tells You About Hair Loss

    Apr 20

    Brianna Lakin on Grit, Hair Extensions and What No One Tells You About Hair Loss

    Brianna Lakin didn't take the easy road. She took the only one she could find. At 18 years old, homeless and abandoned by her father mid-cosmetology school, she made a choice: finish anyway. Sneaking onto trains, working jobs that didn't pay and rebuilding from nothing, Brianna's story is one of grit, reinvention and finding your calling through the hardest moments. Now based in Las Vegas and specializing in luxury hair extensions at Silq Collective, Brianna is building something bigger than a clientele. She's building a community. In this episode she talks about what it really takes to grow a following on TikTok without before and afters, the connection between nutrition and hair loss, why GLP-1 medications like Ozempic are affecting your hair and what every woman should know about protein and hair health. A conversation about resilience, artistry and what it means to bet on yourself. Hosted by Marie Matteucci, Advanced Aesthetician and Beauty Correspondent on Las Vegas Now KLAS. The Beauty Vault Podcast is powered by Glamlink, a beauty and wellness platform connecting professionals, brands and consumers in one space. Home to The Glamlink Edit, a digital and print industry magazine and a growing directory of top beauty and wellness professionals. Subscribe, follow and discover more at glamlink.net/magazine CHAPTERS: 0:00 Introduction and welcome 0:16 Getting started in the beauty industry 1:05 The power of authenticity on TikTok 2:54 Brianna's background and overcoming challenges 7:53 Moving from Seattle to Las Vegas 10:03 Falling in love with hair extensions 12:50 Nutrition and hair health 16:53 Product recommendations for extensions 19:22 TikTok success and building a clientele 25:48 Future plans and opening her own salon 26:59 Closing and appreciation

    27 min
  7. She Became the Professional She Couldn't Find-Sarit Shoshani on Melasma

    Apr 13

    She Became the Professional She Couldn't Find-Sarit Shoshani on Melasma

    Sarit Shoshani spent over two decades struggling with melasma before becoming the expert she could never find. As an advanced aesthetician and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Sarit's approach goes far beyond the surface — she investigates the internal triggers driving pigmentation including stress, toxicity overload, nutrient deficiencies, heat exposure, and synthetic fragrances that act as hormonal disruptors. In this episode she explains why melasma is not a skin issue but a signal from the body, why lasers and aggressive treatments often make it worse, and why managing melasma requires a personalized plan, not a quick fix. She also shares the top professional grade ingredients for long term management and what clients can expect when they work with her one on one. Read her full feature in The Glamlink Edit and download her free Melasma Exposed guide in our interactive magazine Hosted by Marie Matteucci-Advanced Aesthetician and Beauty Correspondent on Las Vegas Now KLAS. 0:00 — Introduction and welcome 1:15 — Sarit's personal journey with melasma 4:30 — Why she became the professional she couldn't find 7:00 — Melasma is not a skin issue — what it actually is 10:30 — Why lasers peels and aggressive treatments often make it worse 14:00 — The role of nutrition and internal health 17:30 — Triggers — what's really driving melasma 22:00 — What to expect at Sarit's practice 25:30 — The top ingredients for managing melasma 29:00 — Is melasma curable or just manageable 32:00 — Her skincare line and SPF launch 35:00 — What sets her approach apart 38:00 — Where to find Sarit and her free ebook

    22 min

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Inside The Beauty Vault we share the stories of the professionals shaping the future of beauty. Hosted by Marie Matteucci and powered by Glamlink, this podcast features real conversations with innovators, experts and rising stars in beauty and wellness. Hear the journeys behind the success, the treatments everyone is talking about and the ideas pushing the industry forward.

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