The Beauty Ritual Podcast

From Classroom to Kismet: Lessons in Craft, Confidence & Community

Eva Season 2 Episode 3

In this episode, host Eva Stasce reconnects with her former beauty school teacher Nicoletta Gauci, now the owner of Kismet Salon. Together, they reflect on the full-circle journey from the classroom to the salon floor, the lessons that never leave you, and how mentorship shapes a stylist’s artistry. Nicoletta shares what inspired her to open Kismet, the values she’s built into its culture, and the evolving meaning of success in the beauty industry.

If you’ve ever wondered how education, resilience, and a love for people can transform a career, this candid conversation is for you.


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