Radiantly Rooted

Exciting news!🗞️

I have moved!

Don’t worry, I am still in Fort Myers😊

Our new location will be

6338 Presidential Court Unit #101
Inside of Lotus Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork

I have been following Lauren, the owner since I moved to Florida as her modalities and vibe really aligned with my work. Now that she has expanded into this beautiful new location, I am so excited to be able to work alongside her and her team!

I will be here every Wednesday, with more days to come once I finish massage school.

You can now book with me here⬇️

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I can’t wait for you all to see the new space! 💚

The word “holistic” has been thrown around a lot in the industry lately, so I’d love to share what it means to me and why I call myself holistic.💚

As a holistic esthetician, I see the body, mind, and spirit as one—because they are. Everything is connected.

When the body feels out of alignment, it’s often a reflection of what’s happening within the mind or spirit, too. Your lifestyle, environment, and daily rhythms all play a role in how your skin functions and heals.

In my practice, I care for you as a whole. That means creating space for nervous system support, not just focusing on the surface. While taking a faith-based approach, I trust that true healing happens when we slow down, tune in, and support the body as it was designed to function.

This intention carries into everything I do—including the products I choose. I’m mindful of ingredients, sourcing, and how they’re grown, harvested, and formulated. I value whole, thoughtfully sourced botanicals, minimal processing, and formulations designed to support the skin’s natural function—not override it.

Sustainability is a part of this, too. From packaging to production, I consider waste, environmental impact, and how far ingredients travel before they reach your skin. Because what we put on our bodies doesn’t just affect us—it affects the world around us.

To me, a truly holistic approach means paying attention to every layer, internal and external—honoring the skin as a living, intelligent organ, and working in harmony with it.

Because healthy, radiant skin isn’t just about what you put on it, it’s a reflection of how you care for yourself as a whole.

Earth Day is Every Day🌿

Did you know that consumption spikes on earth day due to so many companies offering “earth day discounts”?

Caring for the earth isn’t a trend. It’s a practice.

It’s
choosing to buy less.
Choosing to use less.
Opting out of convenience.

This “earth day” I challenge you to become a little more mindful of your waste and consumption and find some new ways to reduce and reuse.

With love,
Radiantly Rooted

🌱What Is Corneotherapy – And Why It’s the Foundation of My Treatments🌱

Corneotherapy is all about protecting and repairing the outermost layer of the skin, called the stratum corneum. This layer acts like a shield, keeping out harmful irritants and locking in moisture. When the barrier is compromised-due to harsh products, environmental stressors, or over-exfoliation-your skin becomes vulnerable to issues like dehydration, inflammation, and sensitivity. Corneotherapy focuses on restoring balance by nourishing and strengthening the barrier, allowing the skin to function as it was designed to.

Why the Skin Barrier Matters…

Your skin barrier is like the body's security system. It protects against bacteria, allergens, pollutants, and even UV damage. When it's functioning properly, your skin stays hydrated, calm, and clear. But when it's compromised, your skin becomes prone to inflammation, breakouts, and premature aging. Corneotherapy prioritizes barrier health, ensuring that your skin stays protected from the inside out.

How Corneotherapy Works…

The beauty of corneotherapy lies in its holistic approach. It doesn't strip or stress the skin-instead, it repairs and restores. By using barrier-focused treatments like ceramides, fatty acids, and hyaluronic acid, corneotherapy encourages your skin to heal itself. These ingredients mimic the skin's natural structure, replenishing lost moisture, repairing damaged cells, and boosting your skin's defense mechanisms.
The goal? Long-term health, not just short-term fixes.

How Corneotherapy Protects Against Aging…

Did you know that a damaged skin barrier can accelerate the aging process?
When your skin loses its ability to retain moisture, fine lines and wrinkles become more pronounced. Corneotherapy combats this by restoring hydration levels and reinforcing the barrier, leading to smoother, plumper skin. By focusing on barrier repair, corneotherapy also helps protect the skin from environmental damage, slowing down the visible signs of aging.

A Gentle Approach for Sensitive Skin…

If you have sensitive or reactive skin, corneotherapy is a game-changer. Many treatments can further irritate already compromised skin, but corneotherapy takes a gentle, supportive approach. Instead of using aggressive actives, it focuses on ingredients that calm inflammation and soothe irritation. This makes it ideal for people dealing with conditions like eczema, rosacea, or chronic dryness. By strengthening the barrier, corneotherapy helps sensitive skin become more resilient over time.

Corneotherapy for Lasting Skin Health…

Corneotherapy is a science-backed, barrier-first approach to skincare that prioritizes healing and protecting the skin from within. Whether you're dealing with sensitivity, aging, or simply want to keep your skin at its healthiest, corneotherapy offers a solution that works with your skin, not against it. By nourishing and strengthening the skin barrier, you set the foundation for glowing, resilient skin that stands the test of time.

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Some facial masks I’ve created using my apothecary backbar🌿
Hand mixing my own mask ingredients gives me the opportunity to design your facial specifically around your skin in its present moment.
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✨ Why I Chose Botnia as the Skincare Line at Radiantly Rooted ✨

My journey into skincare started with my own skin struggles.

For years I dealt with severe menstrual cycles, suspected endometriosis, migraines, gut issues, and constant inflammation. At the same time, my skin was extremely sensitive. Everything burned, caused redness, or made me break out. At one point I even felt like I was allergic to water.

A dermatologist told me I had “rosacea,” but nothing I was prescribed or tried seemed to truly help my skin heal.

That’s when I started questioning ingredients and how they might be affecting my skin and overall health. Once I began learning about what was actually in many skincare products – things like parabens, synthetic fragrance, and other harsh additives, everything started to make more sense.

My skin wasn’t “bad” it was reacting to ingredients that weren’t supporting my body or my skin barrier.

Ps. Did you know that the ingredient “fragrance” or “parfum” on a label can represent a blend of dozens to hundreds of undisclosed compounds because fragrance formulas are legally protected as trade secrets?😳

When I went to esthetic school, I intentionally chose a program that focused entirely on skin. No hair, no nails — just skin. I knew the program would go by quickly, so I wanted my education to be focused on what felt most important to me.

I was blessed to attend a very small, personable school. There were only two of us in the program, which made the experience incredibly hands-on.. The owner of the school was an aromatherapist, and the curriculum was written by her mother, who was a nurse, rather than following the standard Milady curriculum that most schools teach. Because of that, we spent a lot of time breaking down ingredients, understanding the skin barrier, and learning about the mind–body connection.

After esthetic school, I knew I wanted to become a holistic esthetician and help others who feel like they’ve tried everything but still struggle with their skin.

Finding the right skincare line became incredibly important to me. I was looking for something beyond “clean” marketing. Something rooted in real transparency and care. After exploring many different lines, I found Botnia, and nothing else felt as aligned.

Botnias Standards:
🌿 Whole-plant, cruelty-free skincare made with organic botanicals
🌿 Small-batch formulations, handcrafted in Sausalito, CA
🌿 No synthetic fragrance, fillers, or unnecessary additives
🌿 Formulations designed to work with the skin, not against it
🌿 Full ingredient transparency, with products tested on the Botnia team themselves
🌿 Eco-conscious packaging with a focus on minimizing environmental impact
🌿 A supportive brand partnership with extensive continuing education for estheticians

Botnia aligns perfectly with the type of care I want to offer — skin healing, barrier repair, and working with the body instead of against it.

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