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Esthetician vs. Medical Aesthetician: What’s the Difference?

Medical Aesthetician” is one of the most searched terms in skincare—but in Florida, it’s not actually a license. In this post, we’ll explain what a Medical Aesthetician really is (and isn’t), what the legal license is in Florida, and how to build your career in clinical aesthetics the right way.

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How to Become a Licensed Nail Specialist in Florida: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Become a Licensed Nail Specialist in Florida: Step-by-Step Guide

Thinking about becoming a nail tech in Florida?
With just 180 hours of training, you can begin a creative, hands-on career helping clients feel polished and confident. In this step-by-step guide, we’ll walk you through how to become a licensed Nail Specialist in Florida—including how to apply, what services you’re legally allowed to offer, and what it takes to open your own salon.

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10 Careers You Can Pursue with a Facial Specialist License

10 Careers You Can Pursue with a Facial Specialist License

Discover 10 exciting careers you can pursue with a Facial Specialist License—from spa esthetician to skincare business owner. Learn how each path can boost your income, grow your skills, and align with your beauty goals. Start your journey with IMAGE’s 8-week program in Fort Myers!

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Why You Should Tour IMAGE Before Enrolling in Beauty School

Explore our campus, meet the team, and get a free gift!

If you’re considering a career in esthetics, massage therapy, nails, or laser hair removal, chances are you’re comparing a few schools—and you should! But before you make your final decision, you owe it to yourself to tour Institute IMAGE.

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electrologist performing electrolysis | Florida Electrolysis Licensure Update

Why Electrolysis Is a Smart Career Move in 2025

High Demand, Low Startup Costs & No Medical Oversight Needed
If you’re considering a career in the beauty or medical aesthetics industry, electrolysis may be the smartest path to pursue in 2025. While laser hair removal often gets the social media spotlight, electrolysis is the gold standard for permanent hair removal—safe, effective, and inclusive of all hair types and skin tones.

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Owner Esthetician Emily Tichy Holding Florida Babe Skincare Products

Why I Created IMAGE Beauty School in Fort Myers

I’m a Licensed Esthetician, Electrologist, and Laser Technician, and the founder of Skin Spot Laser Club, the #1 med spa in Southwest Florida with over 1,000 five-star Google reviews.
I also created Florida Babe Skincare, a clean and effective product line safe for all skin types, including acne-prone and sensitive skin.
But before any of that, I was a student — just like you.
And I knew from day one: beauty schools needed to do better.

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