Aya’s Touch: The Art of Luxury Facials, Building Confidence & Finding Your Path as an Esthetician

What does it really take to create an extraordinary facial experience? According to Aya of Aya’s Touch, it starts long before the products or equipment, it starts with intention, purpose, confidence, and the hands of the esthetician. In this episode of Esthetician Edit, Samantha sits down with Aya to talk about her journey from helping her mother wax clients to working at the Peninsula Beverly Hills and eventually creating her own private sanctuary in Los Angeles. Aya shares why she believes the profession chose her, how working in both a neighborhood salon and a luxury hotel shaped her approach to skincare, and why creating a business around your own life can be more fulfilling than following someone else's blueprint. They also dive into: ✨ What truly makes a facial feel luxurious ✨ Why intention matters more than expensive products ✨ The power of learning to trust your hands ✨ Building confidence as a solo esthetician ✨ Why you don't need machines to create incredible results ✨ How to choose products and commit to what you believe in ✨ The importance of mentorship and surrounding yourself with supportive people ✨ Knowing your value and being confident enough to raise your prices ✨ Avoiding comparison and staying in your own lane ✨ Finding your passion when you're feeling burned out ✨ How Aya's hands-on training helps estheticians elevate their technique and business ✨ Why there is never an “end” to your esthetics journey Aya's message is simple but powerful: stay true to yourself, find the people who light your torch, and keep going. If you're a new esthetician, an experienced soloist, or simply looking for a reminder of why you started, this conversation is for you. Follow Esthetician Edit for more conversations, education, industry insights, and inspiration for today's esthetician. #Esthetician #Esthetics #AestheticianEdit #AyaSTouch #Facialist #SkincareProfessional #EstheticianBusiness #SoloEsthetician #EstheticianEducation #LuxuryFacial #SpaBusiness