From the moment I discovered the world of esthetics, I knew I had found my calling. Skincare is more than a routine—it’s a ritual of self-love. I’ve made it my mission to help people see the beauty in their own reflection. I’m passionate about esthetics because I believe in its power to restore more than just skin—it restores confidence, dignity, and self-worth. I've had this passion since 2011. It wasnt until 2025 that I could start to pursue it as I had stopped building my family. My biggest inspiration is something many people wrestle with every day, social media. As I scroll through countless images of “perfect” people—flawless skin, sculpted features, effortless beauty—I found myself questioning what was real. Then I learned that much of what we see online is filtered, edited, or even generated by artificial intelligence. This digital perfection has become the new standard, and it’s affecting how people see themselves. Suddenly, natural beauty wasn't good enough. That broke my heart. I want to be a part of the change. I want to help others fall in love with their own skin and unique features. Esthetics gives me the tools to do just that. Through skincare, I can help someone clear their acne, reduce the signs of stress, or simply feel pampered and seen. A smile lash lift can enhance their beautiful eyes and not have to worry about make up and so much more. More importantly, I can offer a moment of genuine human connection, a reminder that beauty isn’t about filters or likes. It’s about health and care for your body from the inside out. My dream is to create a space where people feel safe to show up as they are, no filters, no judgment. A space that celebrates uniqueness, encourages healing, and promotes self-love from the outside in. With this scholarship, I’ll continue building my skills and bring that vision to life. Because everyone deserves to feel beautiful. Not by changing who they are, but by embracing who they’ve always been. It would be an honored to win. I'm not a Barber but still in the field of self-care. A mother of 4 that is now done buliding my family(blessed with children). I have finally made a choice to take time for me, to build on my passion, to help others. I work 2 jobs, go to school at night monday-friday, which is about an hour away one way. Keep the house clean, appointment set and all the other mom duties done. Having a little less financial stress would making this journey a lot easier mentally. Thank you for your consideration, I'm sorry for your loss. This is a beautiful way to keep his memory alive.