In the salon world, smoke breaks are part of the culture — but I didn’t realize how much they were costing me until I quit. From rising anxiety to poor sleep and constant burnout, I share what finally made me stop, how I did it, and what I’ve gained since. This isn’t a guilt trip — it’s a breath of fresh air for any beauty pro who’s ready to feel better behind the chair.

Running on caffeine and fumes? Same—until I started eating more protein. As a beauty pro, I didn’t realize how much I was neglecting my own body until I made one small shift that changed everything. In this post, I’m sharing how prioritizing protein helped me feel more energized, focused, and physically strong behind the chair—and why it might be the missing piece in your daily routine too.