In this bridal episode of Reawakening Beauty, host Shawna Patruno welcomes luxury hair and makeup artist Andrea Kay. With 16 years of industry experience in Nashville and Las Vegas, Andrea shares her extensive knowledge on creating timeless, camera-ready bridal looks. Together they discuss crucial questions brides should ask their makeup artists, the importance of trial runs, and how to find the right inspiration photos. Andrea gives advice on prepping your skin for the big day, the necessity of good skin-care routines, and the pros and cons of lash extensions. She also emphasizes the importance of sanitation and having a great personal rapport with the artist. The episode rounds off with tips for ensuring things run smoothly on the wedding day and Andrea's personal touches to her process.

00:00 Introduction to the Bridal Episode

00:21 Meet Andrea Kay: Luxury Hair and Makeup Artist

01:34 Key Questions for Your Makeup Artist

04:01 Common Bridal Makeup Mistakes and Solutions

05:53 The Importance of Makeup Trials

08:30 Non-Negotiables for Bridal Makeup

10:27 Skin Prep Tips for Brides

11:46 Booking Your Makeup Artist and Timeline Tips

17:55 Fun Bridal Makeup Questions

19:38 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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In this episode of Reawakening Beauty, your host Shawna Patruno welcomes Nurse Abby Kang, a registered nurse with over 20 years of experience, who specializes in aesthetic nursing. The discussion covers vital topics related to dermal fillers and aesthetic treatments. Abby emphasizes the importance of understanding facial anatomy and aging patterns, choosing the right type of filler, and setting realistic expectations for anti-aging treatments. They also address the common mistakes made with dermal fillers, the significance of thorough consultations, and the need for education about skincare trends. Additionally, Abby explains alternative treatments like fat grafting and stem cell therapies and shares insights into pre and post-treatment care. Listeners are encouraged to do their research and find a full-time, experienced injector for safe and natural-looking results. Abby sheds light on the benefits of a comprehensive approach to beauty, including the use of high-quality skincare products, vitamins, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

00:00 Welcome to Reawakening Beauty

00:30 Special Guest: Nurse Abby Kang

01:27 Avoiding Over-Injected Looks

03:34 Common Mistakes with Dermal Fillers

05:38 Choosing the Right Injector

07:03 Understanding Different Dermal Fillers

11:18 Fixing Mistreatment and Dissolving Fillers

17:45 Alternative Treatments: Fat Grafting and Stem Cells

22:35 Importance of Skincare and Vitamins

24:19 Final Thoughts and Where to Find Abby

25:55 Closing Remarks

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In this episode of Reawakening Beauty, host Shawna Patruno interviews Emily Johnson, a certified EFT practitioner and emotional success coach. Emily shares her journey from being an alcohol rep to diving into holistic nutrition and eventually discovering the importance of nervous system regulation. She discusses how chronic stress and fight or flight responses prevent people from taking action towards their goals and introduces Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) as a powerful tool for managing stress. Emily also touches on the importance of a healthy relationship with food and mindful eating, as well as other practices like being in nature that help regulate the nervous system.

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In this episode of Reawakening Beauty, your host Shawna Patruno interviews Brianna, a yoga instructor and mental health advocate, about her journey of healing and overcoming limiting beliefs through yoga, nutrition, and mindset changes. Brianna shares that her journey began six years ago when she struggled with anxiety and depression. She emphasizes the importance of integrating various aspects of life such as relationships, career, and spirituality into one's health. Brianna also discusses how building daily routines, practicing gratitude, and using breath work have transformed her life. She highlights the role of identifying and challenging limiting beliefs through journaling and self-reflection. The episode concludes with Brianna recommending resources, including her guide available on Instagram, that incorporate breathing practices and other techniques for growing confidence and regulating the nervous system.

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In this episode of Reawakening Beauty, the host, Shawna Patruno, discusses brain injuries and the journey to renewed brain health with guest Cynthia who shares her personal experience following a life-altering car accident at age 23. Both Cynthia and Shawna share a passion for healthy cooking, which played a significant role in their recovery. Cynthia talks about the resilience she discovered in herself, the importance of adapting one's vision of the future post-injury, and how she found solace and therapeutic value in baking. The conversation delves into overcoming negative coping mechanisms, establishing a routine, and utilizing fitness and wholesome nutrition for recovery. The episode also highlights the support from caregivers and encourages those going through similar struggles to lean into the recovery process, find their supportive community and create their own self-care plan to establish health boundaries and a thriving life with their new limitations.

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Working on your internal dialogue changes your self-confidence, awareness, and esteem. In this episode, Shawna Paturno and Gabriella Greco continue on their IT Girl series and speak about how we can all work on our inner-love so that we can show the world more empathy and kindness.

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