Women in Aesthetics: Fairyal Day

HOW AND WHEN DID YOU GET STARTED IN THE AESTHETICS FIELD? 

I started working in the medical aesthetics space more than 15 years ago, initially through an executive search in Switzerland, where I supported global healthcare companies, including those in medical aesthetics. That opened the door to a deeper involvement with the industry. From there, I moved into talent acquisition roles with top-tier companies such as Allergan and SkinCeuticals (L’Oréal). Through those experiences, I saw first‑hand how critical the right talent is for growth.

In 2018, I founded Med Talent because I recognized a gap: the companies that are manufacturing products in medical aesthetics often needed a highly tailored recruiting partner—someone who understood their culture and has a large network of candidates in this space.

WHO ARE SOME OF YOUR MENTORS WHO HAVE INFLUENCED YOU IN YOUR CAREER AND HOW? 

One of the most influential mentors in my career has been Philippe Schaison, former President of Allergan Aesthetics. His vision for the industry and belief in my capabilities was instrumental in the creation of Med Talent. Philippe encouraged me to take the leap from my role as Director of Talent Acquisition at SkinCeuticals and create my own recruitment agency. His support gave me the confidence to take that risk and reimagine how recruitment could better serve companies in the medical aesthetics space. To this day, Philippe remains a trusted advisor whose insight and perspective continue to guide me. 

I’ve also drawn inspiration from women who broke through barriers in male-dominated senior leadership roles and led with both intelligence and empathy—something I try to carry forward in my own leadership style.

WHAT DO SUCCESSFUL PRACTICES NEED TO DO NOW TO THRIVE IN THIS COMPETITIVE MARKET?  

Although I don’t recruit for practices directly, I work closely with the companies that manufacture the products and technologies on which practices rely. From that vantage point, I see what works and what doesn’t.

Successful practices today need to:

• Differentiate clearly—patients have many options, so defining what makes your approach, outcomes, or philosophy unique is essential.
• Stay educated—new technologies, devices, and treatments are constantly emerging. Being early adopters, but smart adopters, gives practices an edge.
• Invest in the patient experience—not just outcomes but how patients feel about the process, education, and aftercare.
• Collaborate with vendors—the best manufacturers support practices beyond the product, with training, education, marketing insights, etc. Leverage those partnerships fully.

WHAT SAGE ADVICE CAN YOU OFFER WOMEN WHO ARE RISING STARS IN AESTHETICS? 

Own your expertise—whether you’re in sales, marketing, product development, clinical, or leadership, speak with confidence and back it up with results.

Choose the right environment—surround yourself with people and companies that value your contributions and invest in your growth.

Don’t wait for permission—ask for the promotion, put yourself forward for the project, and pitch the idea. This industry moves fast, and opportunities often go to those who raise their hands first.

Support other women—lift each other up. Many of the most transformative changes in my career came from women advocating for women.

WHAT IS YOUR POINT OF VIEW ON WHERE MEDICAL AESTHETICS IS GOING IN THE SHORT/LONG TERM?

I expect to see:

• Continued growth in facial non-invasive treatments, especially to address facial volume loss due to use of GLP-1’s.
• A shift toward personalized aesthetics, where treatment plans are tailored using genetics, data, and diagnostics.
• More third-party patient financing options such as PatientFi to increase treatment acceptance rates by spreading out costs.

DO YOU HAVE A TIP OR TWO FOR HOW TO GET READY FOR THE FUTURE? 

From my perspective at Med Talent, where we work closely with leaders across medical aesthetics, I see the future of the industry will be shaped by innovation, how companies go to market, and how they attract and retain top talent. Those who invest in groundbreaking technology with the right talent and strategy will lead the next era of growth for the industry.