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In this episode of the Michiana Hivecast, we sit down with Desiree Denae, founder of The Sugar Studio in Granger, Indiana. With more than 15 years of experience in skin, hair, and nail care, Desiree has created a private, one-on-one wellness space rooted in holistic skin health, intentional touch, and a belief that self-care is for everyone. Her own journey with cystic acne and hair growth shaped a philosophy grounded in empathy — and her work today reflects that deeply personal foundation.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Building a Holistic Studio: How Desiree’s personal skin challenges inspired her to create a space that treats the whole person, not just the surface.
- Skin Health & Whole-Body Wellness: Why skin is a mirror for stress, hormones, and emotional wellbeing — and how addressing root causes leads to lasting results.
- The Case for Sugaring: What makes this natural hair removal method gentler, more effective over time, and a perfect fit for a holistic practice.
- Self-Care for Everyone: How The Sugar Studio welcomes both women and men into a judgment-free environment with personalized care.
- The Lymphatic Reset Ritual: Desiree’s signature service combining lymphatic massage and nourishing scalp oiling to support detox pathways, reduce puffiness, and calm the nervous system.
- Creativity & Healing: A look at Desiree’s recently released poetry book and how writing connects to the same themes of reflection and self-awareness she brings to her client work.
Why You Should Listen: If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your body, struggled with skin challenges, or are simply looking for a self-care approach that respects your whole self, this conversation is for you. Desiree offers a grounded, inclusive perspective on what it truly means to slow down and care for yourself with intention.
Contact Desiree & The Sugar Studio:
Website: https://thesugarstudiogranger.glossgenius.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587113411059
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/desi.denae/
Address: 6910 N Main St, Suite 21F, Granger, IN 46530
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🎶by Gary Cope
