Ashley Rivas & Ebony Rivas shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Hi Ashley & Ebony , thank you so much for joining us today. We’re thrilled to learn more about your journey, values and what you are currently working on. Let’s start with an ice breaker: What do you think is misunderstood about your business?
One of the biggest misconceptions about our business is that massage and facial services are simply a luxury or an occasional treat. In reality, they are essential parts of a healthy lifestyle. Just like proper nutrition and regular exercise, consistent bodywork and skincare treatments play a critical role in maintaining overall wellness.
Massage supports stress reduction, improves circulation, increases mobility and relieves chronic pain, while professional facial treatments strengthen the skin barrier, target specific skin concerns and helps prevent long term damage. We see our services as an investment in your body and skin…supporting your health now and for years to come.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
We’re Ashley and Ebony, co-founders of Amethyst Glow Studio in Winter Park, FL. We opened our doors in 2020, right in the middle of Covid..a time when the world felt uncertain, but our passion and vision were stronger than ever. Our boutique wellness space brings together two specialities under one roof: Ebony is our licensed massage therapist with 18 years of experience, creating customized bodywork to ease tension, restore mobility and support overall wellness for all her clients.
Ebony played sports her whole life, so she has a deeper understanding of anatomy and muscle function, allowing her to tailor every session for maximum results.
I, Ashley am the licensed esthetician, offering advance skincare, facials and brow services designed to help client look and feel their best. My own journey started with personal struggle..I battled with adult acne for years and was committed to clearing my skin through a holistic lifestyle. Now, I guide my clients toward achieving their own clear, healthy skin by combining professional treatments with realistic, sustainable home care advice.
Being a women-owned business is something we’re deeply proud of, and our journey has been fueled by heart, hard work, and a whole lot of determination. Ashley is a first generation latina, inspired by immigrant parents’ resilience and work ethic. Ebony, a proud biracial New Yorker, grew up watching her father run his own successful business and her mother embody the hustle that comes from pure grit. Together, we’ve created more than just a spa…we’ve built a space where our community can invest in themselves, knowing that self-care isn’t a lxury, but an essential part of living well.
Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. Who taught you the most about work?
our parents, they came from nothing and worked endlessly to provide the best life for us both.
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
Suffering has a way of stripping life down to its core, revealing what truly matter. For us, it taught us resilience in a way that success never could. Opening our business in the middle of a pandemic forced us to face uncertainty, fear and financial strain head on. Those moments where we questioned our purpose were the moments that taught us patience, humility and the importance of leaning on each other. We learned that strength isn’t about never failing but it’s about finding the courage to get back up every single time and change your mindset to being positive.
So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. What’s a belief or project you’re committed to, no matter how long it takes?
Amethyst Glow Studio is what we’re committed to no matter how long it takes we’ll be a six figure business that not only helps heal others but will give back to our community. We want to be a positive force in this world.
Okay, so before we go, let’s tackle one more area. When do you feel most at peace?
the ocean is our happy place…when life gets tough, stress sets in or we need to recharge the ocean has this magical way of healing you spirit. It’s like you leave all the worries behind and feel refreshed.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://amethystglowstudio.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amethystglowstudio/?hl=en
- Other: TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@amethystglowstudio
Image Credits
image credits go to…
Business Name: MDI Gallery
Photographer: Alyssa Gama-Morales
Website: https://www.mdi.gallery/
