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Interviewee: Essence Moore

SHOWER THOUGHTS

WITH Essence Moore
Essence is a licensed esthetician with 10 years of experience and the owner of Lineage Studio in Charlotte, NC. While she specializes in corrective skincare treatments, her true mission is to educate the masses on non-toxic self-care practices that elevate your wellness journey.

WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU FELT INSPIRED?

I recently binged season 4 of The Bear and was so moved by the passion for creation. Being able to make something tangible based on a concept from your mind is such a beautiful experience. I’ve been charged up ever since!

WHAT DO YOU VALUE THE MOST ABOUT YOURSELF AND WHY?

I value my ability to connect with people. It’s something I wasn’t born with but worked very hard to perfect. The art of conversation and listening are so important in my work—it’s truly taken me to the next level.

WHAT'S ONE THING YOU THINK OTHER PEOPLE OVERVALUE?

Money! I’ve met so many people with a financial goal in mind—an amount they believe would take away all their stress and worries. So much so, they’re willing to do and sacrifice almost anything to get closer to that number. But not all money is good money!

WHAT DOES THE WORD 'WELLBEING' MEAN TO YOU?

Wellbeing, to me, means safety—feeling secure in who you are and being perfectly present where you are.

WHAT IS YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH WATER?

Water has been miraculous to me from the very start—specifically hot water. I’m constantly in awe of the fact that we’ve evolved to a point where we can simply turn a handle and get hot water. A hot shower (or bath) is the most soothing, cleansing, and grounding thing I can do after a long day. I’m forever grateful for it.

IF YOU COULD CHANGE ONE THING ABOUT YOUR DAILY ROUTINE, WHAT WOULD THAT BE?

I would be a morning person. They always seem to be having so much fun before noon and getting things done. I’m more of a wake-up-around-noon kind of lady. I think my life would be drastically different if I were a morning girlie.

WHAT WOULD YOUR STARTER PACK INCLUDE?

Herbal tea, Oura Ring, sunscreen, Salomon sneakers, cozy robe, DJI Osmo Pocket 3 camera, a nice bouquet of flowers, Anita Baker CD, French fries

HAVE YOU HAD ANY INTERESTING SHOWER THOUGHTS LATELY?

I personally owe a lot to Whoopi Goldberg.