Beauty Backroads

This is what no one tells you about large pores! Welcome to the first of many beauty bites delivered right here for you every Thursday. Beauty bites are my way of serving you using my 20 years worth of beauty knowledge that you can easily apply like a pro with little time and effort (besides, who has the time anymore, right?)! This episode is all about LARGE PORES! In a world full of marketing, mo...

Is your dream to have a successful online beauty or wellness business but something's holding you back from thriving? Well, maybe it's time to delve in a little deeper and examine your customer's online experience! Recently, I attended a wonderful online course called Results Business with Kris Carr and I was lucky enough to be chosen out of over a hundred badass women to be in the hot seat! I cou...

Dreaming of launching your online business but not sure where to start? Shifting your focus from a small brick and mortar retail business to an online store? In today's special episode, I sit down with my partner, Alex, who explains the first few essential steps needed to jumpstart your online business. We cover everything from how to choose the perfect structure for your small business to legal r...

Are you tired of looking tired? Have you tried all the natural skincare stuff and want more options? In this special Skin Talks Series, I sit down with one of my BFF's to discuss ALL THINGS BEAUTY! Me and my esti sidekick, Seslie, usually talk about ways to holistically heal your skin. But what do you do when an eye cream just isn't enough? What if you have a special event coming up and just want...

Have you ever dreamt of starting your own non-profit? Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes of making the magic happen? My next guest helps us unpack it all. She’s not only one of the most generous people I know who genuinely leads with her heart, she's also the founder of Beautifully Loved, a non-profit organization that helps support families in need battling chronic illness. She’s also the...

Have you ever wondered what it might feel like to be a fashion influencer, what the process is of becoming one, or how they get paid? If this is something you've ever dreamt of, or pondered, this episode is for you! My next guest is a successful fashion influencer, blogger and new mother who’s been on the scene now for over 6 years doing what she loves, and boy does she have some good insight to s...

If you've been on the fence about how to make your dream work for you, instead of against you, this next episode is for you! Filled with encouraging determination from a relentless hopeful, we are inspired to open our minds to the many ways we can merge our wildest dreams with reality to live a life we fully love! My next guest is the star of the hit documentary, The Pretender, that premiered at t...

Are you a multi-passionate soul or entrepreneur who dreams of waking up each morning to do exactly what it is you love to do, while making a difference in the world? If so, you'll LOVE this next episode! My next guest is a triple threat. Not only is she drop dead gorgeous, but she’s insanely smart and multi-passionate. Libby Hill is 2019’s Miss Earth USA, a soon to be registered dietician, model a...

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’...