Beauty Backroads

Have you been wanting to get your products or services featured on local TV but have no idea who to contact or where to get started? One of the biggest things that PR can do is give your business and brand credibility, raise your perceived value to the public and connect you with greater opportunities you may not have otherwise.  I love to help small business and entrepreneurs succeed and avo...

Are you struggling with signs of aging, particularly around your eye area? If so, you're not alone! Welcome back to another round of Skin Talks, our special once a month skincare series where we address all things skin-related and offer a holistic approach to aging gracefully. On this episode, me and my dear esti friend, Seslie Recker, talk about some of the most common concerns and frustrations w...

Today I’m going to share with you the 3 things I wish I’d known before I got started building my beauty brand and business. While I specifically talk about me creating my beauty brand in this episode, these business tips can be applied to any business ! When you’re first starting out it’s a lonely world. You can feel lost, and as much research as you do at the computer, there are just some things...

Have you ever dreamt of leaving your day job for your dream job, but you just weren't sure how to swing it or if you'd have enough confidence to pull it off? Well, I don't normally get this personal in my episodes, but I believe in order for us to grow it's important to admit, share and understand our failures, as well as our wins. My dream was always to work on films, but I didn’t know to what ca...

Are you ready to turn your dream hobby into a healthy reality? That's what my next guest did, and so can you! In today's episode, I sit down with my dear friend, Larissa, who's one of the most passionate and talented humans I know. Not only has she enjoyed a long and successful career in music, touring with the Mrs. Band and opening for big names like Bon Jovi, she’s also transitioned into being a...

We're back!! And I couldn't be more excited to talk with my dear esti-friend again, Seslie Recker! Recently, I made a post on Facebook asking my friends (mostly ages 40+) what they want to learn most about in regards to skincare, and these are the reoccurring issues that came up: 1) skin aging issues, such as hyperpigmentation and wrinkles , 2) dryness of the skin, scalp and other conditions, like...

For several years I've been struggling with the idea of finding my "purpose," especially with regards to how it relates to my beauty brand. Story telling is arguably one of the most important parts of your brand or business because it's what's connects us all and gives our brands meaning. I kind of love that, considering I'm a writer. But where do we draw the line between authentically finding our...

I thought this particular content would be timely to share right now because it focuses on ways to boost our over-all immune system. Now more than ever, we need to come together and offer each other words and thoughts of encouragement and support. As you may know about me, I'm a huge believer in integrative health care.   I practice this mindset in my skincare business and I've always found v...

Each month, me and my esti friend, Seslie Recker, get together for our 'Skin Talks" series to address ALL THINGS BEAUTY related! In today's special episode we specifically address skincare over 35 and focus on tips and techniques for looking your best. What methods are best for evening out skin tone? What should we be using for chapped lips and dry skin? How can we get rid of dark circles? What sh...

We're LIVE again! Seriously, guys, this is one of the most well-rounded, in-person, POWERFUL WELLNESS INTERVIEWS we’ve ever had on our show! Kristina’s a physical fitness trainer, nutrition expert, and health coach who’s truly walking the walk she talks! In this special episode, we learn how to honor our emotions, form positive habits, change old, limiting belief systems, and start (small) to buil...

Are you struggling with self doubt or vulnerability when it comes to putting yourself out there and marketing your brand? If the answer is yes , you're not alone. In this special episode, my dear friend and marketing expert, Jeana Marino, sits down with us to talk creativity, branding strategies and social media. How does creativity solve problems? How do we grow our brands in a more meaningful wa...

How do you release stress? While discovering our dream jobs and doing what we love for a living is important, in order to live our best lives I believe that we have to remember to take care of what's inside, too. If you're anything like me, you're going to geek out over this next episode with wellness lover, LMT, and spiritual guru, Teresa Martinez. As a bilingual mother of three, life coach and p...

Can doing what you love make you healthier? Nutrition and wellness coach, meal planner, personal trainer, social media professional, and actor-comedian, Allison Wojtowecz, thinks so. Allison holds nothing back in this candid interview as we talk about how she juggles her passion for acting with her passion for health and fitness. She opens up about her low self-confidence and body image growing up...

How do you know if you're following your true calling? In this special sit-down interview with TV host, Stephanie Gilbert, we leave no stones unturned. From our intimate discussion of evolving dreams to exploring the idea of failed relationships and imposter syndrome, we uncover various ways to fail with grace, become the next big thing, learn from our mistakes, and honor the process along the way...

Join us each month for our Skin Talks series where we'll explore different ways to treat our skin in a more holistic way. We combine our many years of combined esthetics experience to help you find more meaningful solutions that lead to healthier skin. In our first episode we covered the basics of working towards more balanced, healthier skin. In this episode, we expand on the basics and include w...

Want to turn your makeup hobby into a dream career? With over 20 years of combined experience working as a makeup artist, esthetician, filmmaker and business owner, I've spent the majority of my adult life learning lessons, like the ones I'll be sharing with you today. How do I stand out in a sea full of makeup artists? How do I find jobs if I don't live in a big city? How can I position myself to...

If you're an aspiring entrepreneur, successful business owner, or busy mom thinking of becoming one -- this episode is for YOU. My next guest, Kelly Hander, is a savvy business owner and mother of two. She’s extremely passionate about health and wellness and her company, Be Well Bodyworks in Longmont, CO, that offers a healing experience designed to promote stress relief and ease physical pain. I’...

Savvy business owner, seasoned dance instructor, dreamer, and real life hustler, Carly Bell of Dance By Carly in Austin, TX, sits down with me for an intimate discussion on starting her small dream business. She shares her secrets on how to be creative, take advantage of downtime at work and how NOT to overthink a good opportunity when you see one. Dance by Carly offers a variety of dance classes,...

In our second interview with magical storyteller, Kat Candler, we discuss all the tactical pieces needed to make film magic happen. From thoughtful advice on applying to film festivals to sharing creative ways on how to successfully raise money for independent films, Kat holds nothing back while dishing out her practical advice and supportive tips to help make all your indie dreams come true. Keep...

In our second episode together, Alex and I discuss the start up costs associated with opening a small retail business, the differences between operating a brick and mortar store vs. an online store and the importance of supporting your local community while building your dream business! Thanks for listening to Beauty Backroads. If this episode spoke to you, be sure to subscribe and follow along fo...

Are you struggling with finding the right solutions for your skin, or getting overwhelmed by all the products and marketing scams out there? If so, you are not alone! Each month on the Beauty Aside podcast we are going to host a special “Skin Talks” segment where we clear up some of the myths and confusion regarding our skin health and explore a more integrative approach to healing and wellness!&n...

Today I’m sitting down with one of my favorite independent filmmakers and humans, Kat Candler. She has credits as a director, writer, producer, film editor and executive producer. Most recently, she was the showrunner on the hit OWN series, Queen Sugar, created and executive produced by Ava DuVernay, with Oprah Winfrey serving as an executive producer. In our intimate filmmaking discussion, Kat sh...

Have you ever wondered what it really takes to make it as a successful beauty influencer in today's highly competitive social media industry? If so, you've come to the right place! Today’s special guest is LA-based beauty influencer, Christine Le, who shares a passion for all things beauty and fashion. In a little over a year, Christine's grown her Youtube channel to over an impressive 26,000 subs...

In Part 2 of our Hemp (aka CBD) episode, we go beyond the hype with National Sales Director, Marc Phaneuf, Private Label and Programs Manager, Molly Cain with Restorative Botanicals to discover the truth about CBD and how we may benefit from responsibly sourced full-spectrum hemp-based products. How does Hemp work? Is Hemp the same as Marijuana? Is it legal to use? What are the benefits? Is it saf...

CBD has slowly grown to become one of the largest trends. Lately, it's even being praised in the beauty and spa industry. But as with the excitement of most new trends also comes skepticism and confusion. We go beyond the hype with National Sales Director, Marc Phaneuf, of Restorative Botanicals to learn the truth about CBD and how we may benefit from responsibly sourced fulled spectrum hemp-based...