Michelle Matthews

Michelle Matthews, Casal Aveda Institute, Austintown, Ohio

Michelle’s passion for the esthetics profession stems from witnessing the power of massage to alleviate the rigid, aching muscles her father experienced while afflicted with Parkinson’s disease. The inspiration board accompanying her application noted, “Nothing is as healing as the human touch. Michelle says the Murad scholarship will be life changing, propelling her toward becoming a healer through rejuvenating facials, stress-relieving massage or skin care advice. “Esthetics is the profession of touch and healing, improving wellness holistically,” said Michelle.

My passion spawned from experiences with my father as I massaged away his rigid, aching muscles from his Parkinson’s Disease. I saw my own two hands deliver relief both physically and emotionally. It brought me immense satisfaction. I realized I could help others the same way!

The Murad scholarship would be life changing, propelling me forward towards my dream of becoming an Esthetician. I can become the healer, whether it’s rejuvenating facials, stress-relieving massage or skin care advice.

Esthetics is the profession of touch and healing, improving wellness holistically.This is the reason it can change others lives.