Today we’d like to introduce you to Kirsten Woody.
Hi Kirsten, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
My esthetician journey began in July of 2021. The process started so easily; however, the journey became more challenging. I worked the entire time I was in school. Initially, I worked from home full time and tried to go to school full time. This conflicted with my school schedule and school was more important to me. So, I started working a full-time third-shift job in a warehouse and went to school during the day full-time.
I was mentally and physically exhausted and wanted to give up so many nights. I didn’t want to give up on myself, I was determined to finish and accomplish my goal of helping so many with their skin care needs. I persevered and graduated in January of 2022. Because I graduated, this wasn’t the end of my struggles and testimony. There were obstacles for me to face and overcome. I needed a license to practice in the state of Tennessee and I had not been successful in passing my state board tests. I became discouraged. Was this just a waste of my time? I started focusing on my overall health by going to the gym, studying, meditating, and praying. I finally passed my state board tests and started a new job as a full-time waxer.
I didn’t see myself growing or thriving to my fullest potential there, so I only worked for a few months in this position. I knew my worth and God had more in store for me. I developed a plan for my life and branched out on my own. I started my own business, Klass A Skin Aesthetics. It has been a breath of fresh air and very rewarding. When you own your business, there will be many challenges, but the outcomes are always greater. Stay strong and face all of the challenges head-on. I am in constant prayer for my business and my clients, blessings never cease.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
The biggest lesson I’ve learned during my journey was to be patient. While working my previous job, I said to myself every day “I just want my own!” I was rushing the process but I didn’t see that God was placing me in this position to learn from this experience.
While I was rushing the process, I received no results. I began to practice patience and things started to fall into place. It was not time for me to start my own business because I was not ready. I needed to learn more from the position I was in at that moment. Once I stopped rushing and prayed more over my business, I started to see results. I was able to leave the job, purchase all of my inventory on my own & sign for my suite in two weeks.
Patience is a virtue & everything you want will come in due time.
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I’m a TN-licensed esthetician & owner of Klass a Skin Aesthetics. I started my business while in school in 2021. It took me months to perfect my business to my liking and I wanted to make sure my brand stood out to all of my potential clients. I went to school of course to learn all of the basics, but I worked a job after school to perfect my technique. I specialize in full-body waxing, facials, and Ombre brows.
Every day I am learning more to ensure I can provide the best experience for my clients. I’ve taken additional courses, including Ombre Brows. I am never opposed to being educated on new things when it comes to my business. I also sell organic sugar scrubs that can be used on the entire body. With my organic sugar scrubs, they’re handmade and I then test them on myself or another party to make sure it is to my liking. Many customers love my organic sugar scrubs.
I pride myself on making sure all of my clients are very comfortable when coming to their appointments. I call myself a “therapist” sometimes because I allow my clients to release when coming into my suite. Klass A Skin Aesthetics not only provides beauty services but also provides a safe space.
Risk-taking is a topic that people have widely differing views on – we’d love to hear your thoughts.
Yes, I consider myself a risk-taker. In December 2020, I was set to graduate from the University of Tennessee at Martin with an Organismal Biology degree, but I quit in May 2020. I didn’t think that particular field was the best fit for me at that moment. I decided to chase my dreams.
I had no plan. I was scared, terrified actually. I didn’t know what was going to happen next. I researched beauty schools for about 2/3 weeks and decided this is what I’m going to do! I graduated, received my license, and thrived at my job. My worth was unseen at that job so guess what? I quit & took another risk. On March 29, I walked away from my job. On March 30, I had my suite for my business. I have been thriving since that day. It may not seem easy at first and there will always be challenges. Take the risk, it will be well worth it in the end.
Contact Info:
- Website: klassaskin.as.me
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/klassaskin
- Facebook: https://facebook.com/klassaskin
Image Credits
Jadarius Lawson
