In this powerful debut episode of Profiles in Aesthetics, we sit down with the ever-inspiring Julie Bass Kaplan, a pioneer injector, aesthetic educator, and founder of Disappearing Act Medical Aesthetics. From mopping OR floors to injecting Botox before FDA approval, Julie opens up about what it means to lead with heart in the world of aesthetic medicine.

We cover injectable artistry, leadership lessons, team culture, and building patient trust, but also dive into rarely spoken truths, sexual assault, dyslexia, and burnout, and how they’ve shaped Julie’s life and purpose.

Whether you're a seasoned aesthetic pro or just getting started in the world of fillers, lasers, and injectables, this conversation is a masterclass in authenticity and resilience.

Guest Info - Julie Bass Kaplan

• Instagram: @jubilant.julie
• Email: julie@disappearingactlaser.com
  
  
• Websites:
  
  
  • www.disappearingactlaser.com
  • www.jubilantjulie.com
  • www.jubilantheadandbreakfast.com
    
    
    

Julie is the founder of Disappearing Act Medical Aesthetics and Jubilant Head & Breakfast, and she’s a nationally recognized aesthetic mentor, speaker, and injector.

👨‍⚕️ Host Info - Lonny Green, MD

• Instagram | Facebook | YouTube: @ninjainjector
  Dr. Lonny Green is a board-certified physician, injector, educator, and advocate for elevating artistry, ethics, and mentorship in aesthetic medicine.
  
  
  

Episode Highlights & Timestamps

[00:00] “The Quilt of Leadership”
Julie reflects on the threads of her career and the mentors who taught her strength and servant leadership, one of whom mopped blood from OR floors to quicken turnover times.

[06:40] Botox Before the FDA: A Behind-the-Scenes Origin Story
Did you know Botox was once injected into vocal cords? Julie shares how she began injecting Botox before it was FDA-approved and what she learned along the way.

[12:00] The Power of Aesthetic Purpose
Why a bunny disappearing a hair launched her brand, and how lasers, tattoo removal, collagen, and fillers became tools of empowerment, not vanity.

[14:05] Who is Julie Bass Kaplan, Really?
Shyness, empathy, and the messy journey from hardship to confidence. Julie opens up about her roots and the pivotal women who believed in her.

[20:30] The Real Magic Isn’t the Needle
You’ll never look at your practice the same way again. Julie shares how a patient’s reflection is the real transformation, not just the result of the injection.

[25:10] Dyslexia as a Superpower in Aesthetics
Thinking in 3D, visualizing faces, and why dyslexic brains are wired for injection precision and facial artistry

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Follow @ninjainjector and @profilesinaesthetics for behind-the-scenes content, guest previews, and aesthetic industry updates.

💬 Join the Conversation
We want to hear from you! Send your questions, topic requests, or guest suggestions via Instagram DMs or email info@ninjainjector.com.

Hosted by: Lonny Green, MD – injector, educator, and advocate for real, unfiltered conversations in aesthetics.

Aesthetics can be an incredibly rewarding career, but it can also feel isolating, overwhelming, and full of mixed messages. As an injector, med spa owner, or aesthetic professional, you’re working hard to grow your skills, confidence, and business… yet it’s easy to wonder if everyone else has it figured out but you.

That’s why Profiles in Aesthetics, hosted by Lonny Green, MD, was created. This isn’t another surface-level aesthetics podcast. Every episode delivers real, unfiltered conversations with top injectors, medical spa owners, cosmetic dermatologists, trainers, and industry innovators who share exactly what it takes to succeed in aesthetic medicine, without losing your sanity or your soul.

In the trailer, you’ll get a preview of what’s ahead:

• Honest stories from aesthetic professionals who’ve faced the same fears and challenges you have
• Business strategies that help you grow a profitable medical aesthetics practice without burning out
• Confidence-building injector tips for handling complications, avoiding common mistakes, and mastering advanced dermal filler and Botox techniques
• Marketing and patient retention strategies that attract loyal, high-value patients who want natural, beautiful results
• Industry insight that helps you cut through the noise and focus on what actually works in the fast-moving world of cosmetic injectables

This is for you if:

• You’re a nurse injector, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, cosmetic doctor, dermatologist, plastic surgeon, or medical aesthetician looking to grow
• You own or manage a med spa and want proven business, marketing, and leadership strategies
• You want mentorship that’s practical, real, and not tied to selling you a product or course
• You believe in integrity, artistry, and creating results that make patients feel confident

Whether you’re just starting your aesthetics career or you’ve been injecting for years, this podcast gives you the guidance, perspective, and encouragement to take your work, and your business, to the next level.

Follow now so you’ll be the first to know where to stream the debut episode on August 19th. Get early guest announcements, behind-the-scenes content, and aesthetic industry insights by following us on Instagram at @ninjainjector and @profilesinaesthetics.

Profiles in Aesthetics is more than a podcast, it’s a space where cosmetic injectors and aesthetic professionals can connect, learn, and grow together. If you’re ready for injector mentorship, aesthetic business growth strategies, and the confidence to succeed in today’s competitive industry, this is the conversation you’ve been waiting for.

🎧 Subscribe & Follow
Don’t miss an episode, follow Profiles in Aesthetics on your favorite podcast platform and turn on notifications so you never miss the latest insights.

📱 Connect With Us on Instagram
Follow @ninjainjector and @profilesinaesthetics for behind-the-scenes content, guest previews, and aesthetic industry updates.

💬 Join the Conversation
We want to hear from you! Send your questions, topic requests, or guest suggestions via Instagram DMs or email info@ninjainjector.com.

Hosted by: Lonny Green, MD – injector, educator, and advocate for real, unfiltered conversations in aesthetics.