For the Love of Beauty

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A podcast about all things beauty. Jessica and Michael are two beauty professionals who love talking about it. Join us for discussions and interviews featuring interesting and insightful figures from the industry.

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Episodes

Episode 203: It's Pride Month!

Happy Pride! This episode Jessica (@theguasisextra) and Michael (@michael.longstagram) talk to Madin Ray Lopez (they/them/theirs) of Project Q Salon (@projectqsalon) in Los Angeles. They talk LGBTQIA+ acceptance in salons, how Madin is involved with their community, and the importance of ensuring we’re masters of all textures.

Jun 22, 2021•49 min•Season 3Ep. 2

Episode 202: Is Beauty Sustainable?

In this episode, Jessica (@theguasisextra) & Michael (@michael.longstagram) talk sustainability with hairdresser, activist, and Prostainable owner, Laura Yochum (@prostainable). They discuss some problem areas, what salons can do to become more sustainable, and small habit changes we can all make in our daily lives to make a big difference.

May 05, 2021•47 min•Season 2Ep. 2

Episode 201: We're Back!

After a restful break Jessica (@theguasisextra) and Michael (@michael.longstagram) are back for Season 2! With so much to catch up on from the break, they dive straight into some hot beauty topics they missed, like "Gorilla Glue Girl", the launch of Clubhouse, and what's even going to happen after COVID-19 finally ends?

Apr 07, 2021•42 min•Season 2Ep. 1

Episode 107: Sexual Harassment in the Beauty Industry

This week on the podcast, Jessica (@theguasisextra) & Michael (michael.longstagram) interview hairstylist, makeup artist, actor, and model Vetta (@iamvetta). Tune in to listen to this celebrity hairstylist discuss the impact of sexual harassment in the beauty industry.

Nov 19, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Episode 106: Makeup Artistry Behind the Filters

In this week's episode, Jessica (@theguasisextra) and Michael (@michael.longstagram) discuss makeup artistry and managing client expectations in a world of filtered photos with professional makeup artist Jenielle Jensen (@makeupbyjenielle).

Oct 08, 2020•51 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Episode 105: Being a Business Owner During a Pandemic

In this week’s episode, Jessica (@theguasisextra) and Michael (@michael.longstagram) discuss business planning as a creative during lockdown with California-based Wella Professionals Ambassador and CEO of Masters of Balayage, Ryan Weeden (@ryan.weeden).

Aug 27, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Episode 104: California's Re-Closure & New Salon Guidelines

In this week’s episode, Jessica (@theguasisextra) and Michael (@michael.longstagram) chat with California-based Wella Professionals Global Artist Claudio Lazo (@claudiolazo) about salon re-closures and new guidelines for west coast beauty pros.

Aug 06, 2020•55 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Episode 103: Salon Life During a Pandemic

In this week's episode, Jessica (@theguasisextra) and Michael (@michael.longstagram) chat with California-based educator and celebrity stylist Tarra Kruper (@tarratakesover) about the post-quarantine salon atmosphere, how to communicate your pricing and expectations during the pandemic, and how to work for the life you want.

Jul 08, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Episode 102: #BlackLivesMatter

Wella Education presents: For the Love of Beauty! Join our hosts, licensed hairdressers and marketing pros Jessica Guastella (@theguasisextra) and Michael Long (@michael.longstagram), for unfiltered and in-depth discussions on all things beauty. This week, Jessica & Michael discuss the beauty industry's role in systemic racism and inclusivity, along with interviewing internationally recognized haircutting and design leader, business educator, philanthropist, and salon owner, Diane Stevens (@...

Jun 19, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Episode 101: The First One

Jessica (@theguasisextra) and Michael (@michael.longstagram) discuss what you can expect from For the Love of Beauty, and talk to two fellow hairdressers, Jamie Pierce (@mizzj_at_play) and Jonathan James (@neongods), about how they've been affected, and what they're doing to continue to take care of their clients during the COVID-19 crisis.

May 17, 2020•47 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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