64. Beauty from the Inside Out: The Business of Aesthetics and Wellness

Racquel Frisella is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner and the Founder & CEO of Racquel Aesthetics and RFA Medical Grade Skincare. As a nationally recognized trainer for Galderma and Allergan, along with her training program, The RA Way, she has the privilege of sharing her extensive knowledge and expertise with fellow professionals across the aesthetic field. With over 16 years of experience in aesthetics, Racquel is devoted to empowering individuals to feel confident and beautiful in their own skin. Her commitment to the latest aesthetic innovations, combined with her personable approach, makes her a sought-after provider nationwide. Her philosophy of "look good, feel good" emphasizes the importance of confidence in all aspects of life. By fostering long-term relationships with her patients and offering customized facial rejuvenation treatments, Racquel is passionate about helping others achieve their beauty and wellness goals. Racquel shares her insights on the importance of integrity and dedication in building a successful business, which relates to how she is progressively implementing more functional medicine aspects to her practice. We discuss the need for a comprehensive approach to wellness that goes beyond quick fixes, emphasizing the integration of various health practices to enhance both internal health and external appearance. We also get into Racquel's journey in creating and relaunching a comprehensive skincare line, including how her practice utilizes AI to make the best choices for patients on which products to use. Topics discussed in this episode include: • How Racquel transitioned from aesthetics to functional medicine and her experiences in both fields. • Why holistic care is so much more effective compared to quick fixes like semaglutide or IV treatments. • How balancing personal well-being, family, and career is essential for business leaders. • Why creating a comprehensive skincare line is important to Racquel. • How mentorship and collaboration help in overcoming challenges when building your practice. • Racquel’s focus on building a strong foundation before her full launch in 2025. • How the entire aesthetics industry is evolving to integrate wellness treatments for full-circle care. • Why personal happiness and life satisfaction are key for women business owners to balance. • How AI technology is used on Racquel’s website to personalize skincare routines. • Why the benefits of self-care extend beyond personal benefit and into improving other people’s lives. • How the training process for Racquel’s new nurse injectors has been made simple. Follow our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lexiyoonp or visit us at https://www.yoodirecthealth.com/ RFA Skincare: https://www.rfaskincare.com/ Racquel’s website: https://www.racquelfrisella.com/ RFA Skincare on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rfaskincare/ Racquel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/racquelfrisella/