interview PIVOT UP

One learns a lot after being an entrepreneur for over thrity years. A few lessons Jackie Shawn teaches us in this interview: how being authentic and relaxed attracts the right clients, how trust and faith are essential components of entrepreneurship, and how merging our passions within our business creates the right blend for success.

Sarah Minielly ~ Founder, Business Coach & Mentor at PIVOT UP ~ PIVOTUPSTRATEGY.COM ~ sits down with Jackie Shawn of The Wholistic Beauty Lab, a full service wellness studio where makeup application, natural facelifts, bespoke face creams and energy work services are offered.

interview BEAUTY BIZ

Beauty expert Jackie Shawn dialogues about energy, entrepreneurship and radiating beauty from the inside out with Sarah Minielly ~ Founder, Business Coach & Mentor at PIVOT UP ~ PIVOTUPSTRATEGY.COM.

guest expert BEAUTY PANEL

The Green Beauty Business Panel will take place on the Business Stage of the ABA on Monday, April 15th at 11:45 am ~ Metro Toronto Convention Center South Building. This panel includes top green Canadian salon owners Alex Chabot of NZO Salon, Heather Wenman of Studio H Salon, Brian Phillips of World Salon and Wholistic Beauty Expert Jackie Shawn hosted by Cheryl Gushue, Canadian Hairdresser Magazine Editor in Chief who is a Green Circle Salons Ambassador herself. 

As a follow up to the Green Beauty Issue launch, Cheryl will be discussing with the panel of experts the importance of clean products and sustainable practices in your salon and spas. Attending this talk you will be informed about the many products and service ideas you can implement into your practice for a healthier life and a greener planet.

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article HOLISTIC BEAUTY

My Journey with MCS (multi chemical sensitivity) by Jackie Shawn

My deepest belief has always been that inner beauty comes first, then radiates out the light and frequency of who you are. You therefore actually need very little makeup to enhance what is already present. Ironically, although I used natural beauty products on myself, it was the accumulation over the years of working in the beauty industry as an international makeup and hair artist that I developed a multi chemical sensitivity (MSC). Read about my discovery and healing journey in Holistic Beauty Magazine.

beauty GOING GREEN

It is not unusual for people to start new hobbies, health regimes, or challenges in the spring.  So, having said that, perhaps you have been considering taking a closer look at the beauty products in your bathroom cabinet? You know, the ones you use every day when you wake up and every night before bed.

One of the things I am often asked is this, “What is the easiest way to switch to cleaner beauty products?” which basically means products with less chemicals. It can be daunting and overwhelming let alone costly. My answer is this. 

1. Pick one product to replace.

2. Research online. Take a look at sites like THINKDIRTYAPP.COM or EWG.ORG/SKINDEEP that detail product ingredients and compare brands too! Go to the beauty counter at your nearest health food store. This is an excellent start but be advised just because it is in a health food store does not necessarily mean it is chemical free so read labels closely or research online before you buy. Visit a department store or Sephora. Natural makeup and skincare lines are now represented more than ever before. Use THINKDIRTYAPP.COM on the spot! Book a Makeup Map Session at WBLab for professional one-on-one guidance.

3. When that product is finished replace it with an informed one.

4. Repeat.

Take your time and soon you will have a cabinet full of new clean beauty goodies.

sharing AN HONOR

This is a shout-out to the very talented ARTIST KENT MONKMAN, one of my celebrated clients. I am so honored to work with him as his career continues to sky rocket. He has been chosen one of three artists to open this very special exhibition at the MET. I wish him much success!

hello IT'S SPRING …

REVIEW, RENEW, REGENERATE 

Spring for me is the beginning of the new year. A celebration of what is to come as we plant our seeds to blossom. This is a great time to review what protocols are working and if they are not why? I am all about simplicity and streamlining.

mixing a gorgeous new eyeshadow palette ~ peacock #2011 ~ at WBLab