We’re looking forward to introducing you to Jasmine Jackson. Check out our conversation below.
Jasmine, so good to connect and we’re excited to share your story and insights with our audience. There’s a ton to learn from your story, but let’s start with a warm up before we get into the heart of the interview. What is a normal day like for you right now?
Honestly, I do things that keep my in my creative flow. I’ve changed a lot since we last spoke. Lol I’m still getting the hang of this new me.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I am a professional makeup artist and space holder for wellness; mind, body, and soul. I have been a makeup artist for 15 years. I love the artistry, the freedom, and the confidence that comes with it. I’m in a space now where I am more interested in teaching women of all ages how to develop their own unique style with makeup. Some women like more soft, clean girl aesthetics, while others like a sultry and seductive vibe. Then there are women like me, a sweet spot right in the middle. I offer one on one makeup classes. Master Your Beat is a three part course where I will provide you with a makeup bag audit, customized look based off of your color analysis and desired signature look, along with two 75 minute hands on lessons.
The Glam Session is a group class held both in person and virtually. We will sit at the vanity together and go over each step towards a flawless makeup application. Enjoy time meeting like minded women, or plan a private event for you and your best girls.
Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. What part of you has served its purpose and must now be released?
Whew… this is a good question. Old thought patterns, thinking that certain things were too big or out of reach. Thinking that I had to stay in my previous business because it was mine and I didn’t want to feel like I was giving up. It’s interesting, the space that I’m in currently. It feels familiar. Back in 2017 I lost my job. I was terrified because I didn’t know what I was going to do. I was scrambling for money to cover my bills and take care of my daughter. I had to be still to see just how God prepared me for that season. Before losing my job, I went to school and studied to become a licensed esthetician as well as earning my certification in semi permanent makeup. Once it clicked for me, Command Beauty was born. I offered eyebrow services and makeup. Covid happened and the world shut down, and I was blessed with my first brick and mortar for my beauty studio. Now here is where. God has began to prepare me for my next assignment. Wellness. I began to study yoga, breathe work, and meditation. This time was weird for me, because here I am working on inner me, while outer me was still in alignment with the old me. Although I love what I do. I love connecting with women and assisting them in feeling beautiful and confident. I just didn’t want to do it in the ways of which I used too. What may feel like it came out of nowhere for a lot of people, it was on my mind for a long time. This past summer I closed my studio and stopped doing brows and lashes completely. I closed my book of business and currently revamping my website and services offered. Over the past couple of years I became certified in breathe work, stretch therapy, life coaching, and I am a reiki master. Are you picking up what I’m putting down?
I have been doing the work to release limiting beliefs. Beliefs that I can only be one thing. That I have to hold on to something because “I built it I have to make it work, it’s what people what from me!” Fear of pivoting. The idea of hustle now, sleep when you’re dead. Have a million things on my plate because if I’m not busy I’m not productive. I have been releasing patterns of all talk and no action.
Instead of talking down on myself when things get a little rough, I speak kind words to myself. I speak a lot of affirmations over myself.
I am capable of executing my dreams. I plan properly and set myself up for success. I research more. I connect with people who are on the same journey as I. I allow myself to create from a place of love and freedom. I rest. I rest. I rest. Did you hear me? I said I rest! lol i understand that rest is essential to my productivity. I pray more, I meditate more. I hold space from a place of understanding. I listen better. I learn better.
At one point I felt like I lost everything, but in fact… I’ve gain so much more.
If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
It’s safe to leave. Whenever you want, You can change your mind as many times as your want. And you do not owe anyone an explanation.
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?
Building my non profit organization. I don’t want to give too much away just yet, but I am building something special.
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. If you knew you had 10 years left, what would you stop doing immediately?
Bulls**ting on my own power. Stop doubting myself.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://Www.commandbeauty.com
- Instagram: Thesoftglamceo
- Youtube: Thesoftglamceo
Image Credits
Photo credits: Shawn Tasker IG:@capturedbytasker
