Welcome to the wild world of med spa ownership—where the Botox is flowing, the laser is always “down for maintenance,” and the front desk staff might be one Yelp review away from a full-blown meltdown. In this episode, we ask the question no one in this industry wants to answer honestly: Do you have to be just a little unhinged to own a med spa?

Kristin and Catherine pull back the curtain on the entrepreneurial chaos behind those serene spa playlists and rose gold logo walls. From ego-driven injectors and turf wars with derms to the backend circus of managing staff, inventory, compliance, and that one patient who thinks Groupon equals VIP—this is the real tea.

Whether you’re a med spa owner, an aspiring one, or just someone who’s ever wondered how the hell these places run (or don’t), this episode is for you. Warning: listening may cause an involuntary eye twitch and an urgent desire to audit your Malpractice insurance.

We dive deep into the pros and cons with coolsculpting

Not all treatments wear capes—or get flashy Instagram reels. In this episode, we’re shining a light on the unsung heroes of the med spa world: the tried-and-true treatments that quietly deliver. From SkinPen microneedling and chemical peels to Botox as a skin-refining tool (not just wrinkle-eraser), we’re breaking down what actually works—without the gimmicks. We also get a little fired up about medical-grade skincare, LED therapy, and why your injector should care about what happens between appointments.

Whether you’re a consumer feeling overwhelmed by trends or a provider looking to sharpen your fundamentals, this episode is your skin-savvy reset.

PLUS: A real-life story of confidence restored, and why unsexy treatments might just be the sexiest investment of all.

In this jaw-dropping episode of Behind the Dirty Needle, Catherine and Kristin take you on a wild ride through the freakiest places people are getting filler injected—think earlobes, butts, penises, and even labia. They break down which procedures might have a legit medical reason (and which are pure TikTok-fueled insanity), the dark side of social media influence, and why a good injector should sometimes say no.

We peel back the curtain on the industry’s pressures, the hidden risks of these trending treatments, and what to look for if you’re considering something a little unconventional.

Bottom line: Just because you can put filler somewhere, doesn’t mean you should.

Got a wild filler story? DM us—we just might feature it in a future episode!

In this episode of Behind the Dirty Needle, we’re pulling back the digital curtain on the tech that’s quietly taking over your favorite med spas. From AI bots answering phones to shady SEO firms pumping out cringe-worthy blog content, we’re asking the real questions: Is this innovation… or is it just lazy business masked as progress?

We break down:

• The pros and pitfalls of using AI at the front desk

• Why handing off your brand voice to an overseas marketing team could tank your trust with clients

• Real case studies of clinics who got it right—and ones who seriously missed the mark

• What actually works when it comes to connecting with patients in the digital age

Tech should elevate the patient experience, not strip away its humanity. If your marketing sounds like it was written by a bot—or worse, someone who’s never even been to a med spa—it’s time to rethink the strategy.

Spoiler alert: If your agency doesn’t know the difference between filler fatigue and filler migration, they shouldn’t be writing your content.

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro are being hyped as miracle weight loss solutions—but what happens when med spas start playing doctor with zero oversight? In this episode, we expose the dark underbelly of GLP-1 therapy in the aesthetics world: shady compounding pharmacies, dangerously unqualified staff, and patients ending up in the ER from improper dosing.

We break down how these amazing and life-changing drugs are being cheaply marketed as “skinny shots” with no real screening, no medical supervision, and no education on diet, exercise, or long-term safety. From body-shaming sales tactics to the 30% potency variance in off-label compounds, this episode is a must-listen for consumers, providers, and anyone curious about the latest med spa cash grab.

What we cover:

• The truth about compounded GLP-1s—and why they could be putting you at risk

• A real story of a patient hospitalized after a botched dose by an aesthetician

• Why med spas are skipping labs, coaching, and proper follow-up

• What ethical GLP-1 protocols should look like

Red flags, receipts, and the real science behind the skinny shot trend—this is the episode they don’t want you to hear.

Think this industry is polished, sterile, and by-the-book? Think again. In this episode of Behind the Dirty Needle, we’re sharing the most jaw-dropping, unsafe, and flat-out unbelievable things we’ve personally witnessed in the world of med spas—from injectors watching YouTube tutorials moments before treating patients, to liposuction happening in med spas.

We expose the ugly truths behind:

• Dangerous off-label injection techniques

• Overfilled clients and deceptive before-and-after photos

• “Master injectors” with a single weekend of training

• Dirty glove protocols

• Ghost medical directors with zero oversight

• And the toxic power dynamics that silence good injectors

If you’ve ever wondered how is this legal?, this one’s for you.

Think you’re making informed choices at the med spa? Think again. In this episode of Behind the Dirty Needle, we expose the biggest lies the aesthetics industry uses to keep you spending—without you even realizing it. From the misleading promise of “Baby Botox” to the myth of Botox resistance and the truth about filler migration, we break down the sneaky marketing tactics that prioritize profits over your results.

We also call out fake urgency sales strategies and explain how to protect yourself from pressure-filled consults and shady injectors who care more about quotas than your face.

If you’ve ever been told “this deal won’t last” or felt confused by conflicting treatment advice, this episode will give you the clarity (and confidence) you need to spot the red flags—and say no.