If you’ve ever felt the growing tension between nurses and skin therapists, or wondered how the new TGA rules are reshaping Australia’s aesthetic landscape, this episode is one you won’t want to miss.

I’m sitting down with Katy Hirst, a registered nurse with 18 years of experience (nine of those in cosmetic nursing) and the founder of The Aesthetic Lounge in Cairns. From working in fast-paced chain clinics to building her own boutique business in regional Queensland, Katy shares what it’s really like to carve your own path in an evolving and often divided industry.

In our chat, we dive into:
💉 The impact of the latest TGA regulations - and what they mean for all of us in the aesthetics space
🤝 Why collaboration between skin therapists and nurses matters now more than ever
🌏 The challenges and rewards of running a clinic outside the major cities
📈 How compliance, ethics, and education can elevate your business in a crowded market
💬 Katy’s work as an Allergan clinical trainer, and how she’s helping shape the next generation of injectors

This episode isn’t just about rules and regulations - it’s about connection, integrity, and the power of working together to lift the entire beauty industry.

If you’re passionate about aesthetics, ethics, and the future of beauty, this conversation will inspire you to think bigger, collaborate deeper, and lead with confidence and care.

Connect with Katy

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theaestheticlounge_qld/

I want to empower women in the beauty industry to create an impact, build an empire, and leave their legacy!

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