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Look who’s back in my old stomping grounds here in the Village!!! (Fun fact: I was born and raised in the village right on the water. Florida grown baby!)
Super excited to be helping out with my girl Bethany.
So definitely make a point to come see me in the village very soon! While you’re here grab my favorite tallow soap and body butter! I’m hooked!

Other than this exciting news, I’m feeling really good! I got plenty of rest after radiation was over and lots of healing was done. If you’ve ever had cancer or have been close to someone who has had it or does have it, then you know the cancer journey doesn’t end after the cancer has been removed and you go through treatment. It’s part of your daily life now, the hormone replacements, the doc appointments, lymphatic treatments, the lifestyle changes and so much more. It’s a lot at times. So to have a sweet lil outlet like working with a friend in her candle shop 1 day a week is a treat!
I’m truly blessed to say the least! God is so good! 😊

WE DID IT! I’m officially CANCER FREE and DONE with radiation!!! 20 rounds completed today. I’m in pretty good shape I’m told considering the area. Nothing I can’t handle. It only gets better from here. 💪🏻 I’ll be doing lots of resting coming this spring break that’s for sure!
But we all know God carried me through every moment, and now it’s time to walk in healing, strength, and JOY. Thank you for the prayers, love, and support… this victory is loud, beautiful, and just the beginning!

After more than twenty years in the beauty world, I can say with a full heart it has been one of the greatest honors of my life. What began as a dream and a makeup kit became a ministry. My chair has held prayers, tears, belly laughs, brave conversations, and generations of women in this community.

The Lord allowed this little beauty business to travel everywhere. From backpack outreaches and homeless shelters to funeral homes where I had the sacred privilege of serving families in tender moments. From everyday makeovers and powerful before and after transformations to weddings, baby announcements, homecoming nights, prom glam, and milestone celebrations. From local women rediscovering their confidence to runways, commercials, and editorials. Every face carried a story. Every appointment carried purpose.

This recent cancer diagnosis has put life into sharp, holy perspective. In a short amount of time, so much has shifted inside me. Priorities have been refined. Pace has slowed. What truly matters has become crystal clear. And in that clarity, I have felt the Lord gently nudging me forward. Not away from purpose, but toward the next assignment.

He is lining something up, and I need my hands open and my calendar clear. So with gratitude that runs deep and peace that steadies me, I am closing this chapter. I am choosing to put my health first, my family first, and trust the Author of my story to write what’s next.

Thank you for letting my chair be part of your moments, big and small. The beauty was never just the makeup. It was the confidence restored, the grief comforted, the joy celebrated, and the faith shared. And that kind of beauty does not fade. Neither will any of memories behind the chair!
I have no idea what the future will bring, I’ve always been a busy bee in the beauty world, I do know that God has got my back and there’s always something bigger on the other side! 💪🏻
I love you all with all my heart, I’m truly blessed to have all my clients become my friends and most family.
I’m still here, I’m still your girl and I’ll forever be your cheerleader!

Just getting my daily dose of GLOW! 🌟
And tell me this thing doesn’t look like a spaceship?!

I get asked a lot how radiation is going and what the whole process actually looks like, so here’s the behind-the-scenes.

Every day I lay on this bed you see here, but what you can’t see is the custom upper-body mold underneath me that was made weeks before treatment started. It’s shaped exactly to my body so I lay in the same position every single day.

Once I’m in my mold, I grab two handlebars above my head and keep my arms up the whole time. My breathing is tracked by the cool glasses I’m wearing and by lasers measuring the movement of my belly.

Inside the glasses I can see a bar, and when they tell me to take a breath in, I get to play a little game. My job is to bring the line into the center of the bar and hold my breath for 23 seconds. I do this hold-and-release technique eight times during each session.

Honestly, I’m pretty sure I’m in training for the “who can hold their breath underwater the longest” competition that I’ll be entering with the kids in the pool this summer. 🏊‍♀️

The reason for the breath holds is actually really amazing. Since my cancer was on the left side, holding my breath moves my heart safely away from the radiation area. So with every breath hold, I’m literally helping protect my own heart.

No pressure or anything… just casually responsible for my heart’s safety while getting zapped by a spaceship.

Halfway there!

This is the bell I plan to ring so loud in a couple of weeks when radiation is done… it might just rip off the wall! 😂

Just wanted to give everyone a little update. We are officially halfway through radiation and I’m feeling good. I’m starting to get a little red in the targeted area, but I’m keeping it well moisturized and taking good care of it.

The fatigue has definitely hit a bit with all the appointments. Some days there are 1–3 doctor visits, and as you can imagine there’s a lot of talking and poking involved. But honestly, every person I’ve encountered along this journey has been so kind, and we somehow always end up laughing. I’ve had to stop working for the moment due to scheduling conflicts and needing the extra time. So navigating this “new routine” is humbling to say the least. In good ways….trusting God in BIG kind of ways!

One thing people don’t talk about much is the aftermath. When the cancer is out of your body, it feels like you should just celebrate and move on… but really, you’re stepping into a whole new journey. In many ways, this part is the hardest. This season pushes you to show up for yourself, teaches patience you never knew you had, and fills your heart with gratitude. So much Faith is built!
Even when radiation ends, the journey continues. There will still be years of medications, injections, doctor appointments, scans, and check-ins. But I know I’m not walking it alone. We all got this 💪🏻

I find myself thinking often, where would I be without my faith? God has brought me closer to Him than ever before, and I truly believe this is for such a time as this and to help others keep pushing towards something greater on the other side!

Thank you all for the prayers, encouragement, and love. I truly couldn’t do this without you. 💛

Today was a good day!
1st day of radiation, doc apt #23 and it all went so smooth.
My goal is to try to hold onto today’s vibe and continue to show up everyday with a thankful heart and a grateful spirit.
I am beyond thankful for my family who likes to make sure I come out of every appointment greated by a hug and smile. It’s the little things that I will never take for granted like these moments. 🥰

Because it’s the month of love…
and I love you. 💋💖

I’m offering a Lip Blushing Flash Sale for February as a little love note to you.
✨ $150 | February only
✨ Soft, natural, confidence-boosting lips

Whether you’ve been hinting or ready to treat yourself, this one’s for you 💌
Limited spots available — DM me to book or link in bio
Deposit required at time of booking.

Love you mean it! 💕

I have to rave for a minute!
When I find something I LOVE like this, it’s got to be shared 🥰

After searching for clean replacements for my old perfume-loaded lotions and body washes, I realized the answer had been right in front of me for years. God really does place people in your life for a reason.

My sweet friend Bethany that I met years ago while working next door to her in Cocoa Village came through again. After my cancer diagnosis, I’ve been taking what I put on (and in) my body very seriously and tallow kept coming up in my conversations and research. So I tried it… and wow.

The whipped unscented beef tallow is incredible. Locally raised, grass-fed, only two ingredients, and my skin has never felt this soft. My makeup goes on smoother, my skin stays hydrated all day, and there’s zero smell or residue on clothes. Perfect for sensitive skin.

Tallow is naturally rich in vitamins A, D, and E, and its fatty acid profile closely mimics our own skin, making it amazing for barrier repair. You are left with a fresh dewy plump glow.

The goat milk & honey soap is gentle, non-irritating, and leaves my skin feeling truly clean. And the tallow balm with frankincense is perfect for dry areas and the face — so soothing and nourishing.

Clean. Simple. Local. And my skin is so happy, I don’t even want to put makeup on anymore.

Thank you Bethany, you’re the best sis! ❤️
Head to see her this week and grab a jar and try it. I promise you won’t be disappointed with the results.

Such a beautiful before and after!

Brow Tint for my babe Lisa. We booked this appointment to see what we can achieve with tint and shaping before we jump in and do the Permanent Powder Brows. With a couple tweeks here and there, we now know exactly what we will be jumping into for the actual permanent appointment. Super excited!