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.
Tara Fox
Introducing Tara Fox, the newest addition to our "Where Are They Now?" series brings us great excitement. Tara took part in a Sculptra Training with Lauren at The Confidence Lab in June, 2024.
What were you doing before you got into aesthetics?
Before entering aesthetics, I was/am a pediatric Nurse Practitioner with 14 years experience and currently teach in a Family NP/CRNA to doctorate program. Although I am still in these fields, aesthetics has become a passion project and I want to spend my free time learning about the newest aesthetics products and procedures!
What inspired you to pursue a career in aesthetics?
I found myself wanting to pursue more procedural skills as well as have always been interested in aesthetic medicine. There is something gratifying about helping someone see the beauty in their outward appearance. You can make a difference in someone’s day so quickly. It’s very rewarding!
Why did you choose The Confidence Lab's training program?
I chose The Confidence Lab after talking to one of my good friends who has been an injector in Virginia for many years. She follows The Confidence Bar's Instagram and has found it very informative. She has always said she wants to do a training in Chicago! As I happened to live nearby I started following The Confidence Bar and found the account informative also. After reading more on the website about training, I was ready to sign up for the Sculptra class! As a new injector to Sculptra, I was enticed by the small class sizes and what appeared to be a very hands on approach!
What is your favorite aspect of working in the field of aesthetics?
Product-wise: Biostimulators like Sculptra and Radiesse! I’m in love! They provide natural looking results and can cover so much more of the face than one syringe of filler! I love seeing the gradual before and afters!
Procedural-wise: Full face Toxin. I like finding the right combination of placement and dosing to treat a client's concerns while not looking over done!
Personal: I love meeting new people and find it personally gratifying to help people see their own beauty. We spend so much time focusing on minor imperfections on our face and body we see as so BIG, but are likely characteristic that make us unique. Aesthetics is about enhancing and if I can show someone just how beautiful they are without treatments/procedures and get them to love their outward appearance just a little more, it’s a good day :)
What are you doing now?
Along with teaching two days a week, I am in a practice that has aesthetics medicine, Excell Rejuvenation in Indianapolis, Indiana.
What advice would you give to those considering a career in this field?
1. Initially take a safety course THEN follow up with training in injectables and treatments! This was so helpful for me to focus on anatomy, recognize adverse effects with procedures, and even provided great tips and tricks to ensure procedures are standardized.
2. Start at a practice that will provide you the most training! There are so many good resources but hands-on training is the best because you meet others in the same boat as well as instructors who are willing to help you with your career!
3. Consult before you treat! For example, someone may be interested in coming in for lip filler but after a consult you may find that toxin and microneedling is better management to treat their concerns! This ensures you provide the best possible results for the client!
4. Just one more: Stick with 2-3 types of treatment initially. There are so many great products but get proficient at a few before moving into your next endeavor or it will become overwhelming!
Sign up now for upcoming Sculptra Trainings with Lauren!