Welcome to "Where Are They Now?", a series that follows the journey of individuals who have attended one of our courses and how they have applied the skills and knowledge gained with us in their professional and personal lives. We believe that learning is a lifelong journey, and we take pride in knowing that our program has had a positive impact on the lives of our attendees.
Lizzie Mauro
Introducing Lizzie Mauro, the newest addition to our "Where Are They Now?" series brings us great excitement. Lizzie has taken part in multiple trainings at The Confidence Lab throughout 2023 and 2024.
What were you doing before you got into aesthetics?
The majority of my background has been in OB/GYN. I love women's healthcare! I also was a school nurse for a while and loved that as well. I had recently gone back to school for my MSN as a Clinical Nurse Specialist at Indiana University.
What inspired you to pursue a career in aesthetics?
I wanted my career to move in a direction where I was in control of my time and had potential to constantly evolve. I was drawn to the positivity and enjoyment that aesthetic providers have in their practice. While we all have hard days, the grind of the hospital/clinic had simply become very monotonous for me and I was craving a change where I could integrate beauty and wellness into the science of nursing itself. Additionally, aesthetics has finally given me the work/life balance I have been looking for in nursing all along!
Why did you choose The Confidence Lab's training program?
I originally chose The Confidence Lab due to a referral from an injector friend who had been telling me I should get into aesthetics for quite some time. I researched it and followed several of the team on IG and was really impressed by the way they educate! It was interactive and easy to understand and I liked that there was a virtual option for the didactic portion for those of us who had a hard time taking 2 days off work.
What is your favorite aspect of working in the field of aesthetics?
I love the combination of science and beauty coming together to elevate confidence in an individual! As nurses, we strive to help people feel better. Aesthetics is no different, and the atmosphere is a lot more fun! There is room for glamour and joy in aesthetics, while also encouraging constant learning and growth!
What are you doing now?
I am the sole injector at VCI Medspa in Tinley Park! I offer full face tox, fillers, RF microneedling and IV vitamin therapy. Soon I will incorporate PRP and biostimulators into my practice. I am lucky that this small little medpsa found me because it is a small team that is very supportive. We also have a fabulous licensed esthetician that offers facials, laser hair removal, laser treatments and Emsculpt. I am enjoying the teamwork aspect and the fact that I am getting to develop my skills every day!
What advice would you give to those considering a career in this field?
Don't be intimidated by injectors that seem to "have it all", you can too! It's a lot of time and investment to get started, but once you get your foot in the door and commit to working hard, you too can be successful. I am still growing and have many long term plans to continue to grow, but as a Clinical Nurse Specialist I have a drive to mentor other nurses. That will continue as I grow my career in aesthetics, and encourage anyone wanting to get into it to find a mentor to guide you and encourage you when you do feel down or discouraged.