Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Starrla Noble. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Starrla, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. Can you open up about a risk you’ve taken – what it was like taking that risk, why you took the risk and how it turned out?

The biggest risk I’ve taken was many moons ago, almost 10 years in fact. I turned 35, I was a graphic designer in the marketing department for a big label herbal supplement company. I was also in my seventh year of employment with no promotions or advancements. I was miserable, depressed that over my years there, my creative freedom was stolen. I would cry my hour and half commute to and from work. At times, I would just sit in my driveway wondering how much longer I could do this. I missed my son, he was the only happy place I had during that time. In the past, my hobbies, interests and passions always centered around hair, skin and nails. Making others feel like a bad-ass and unstoppable brought out the best in me as well. (That also being one of my love languages) I always took care of myself, family and friends with their beauty/personal needs. I had a talent for it. I never thought I would quit my corporate job, cash out my 401k and sign up for cosmetology school. I did it and what a journey that became.
After a year of school, graduating and getting licensed, I landed an apprenticeship at my dream salon. However, my dreams were short lived as I lost one of the most important people in my life, my grandmother. The following year, my grandfather, eight months later, the man who loved my mom and raised me. A month after that a failed pregnancy, then my mother, and finally a divorce.
I felt broken, beaten and empty. My son was a teenager at this point and my saving grace. He kept me going. After a couple of years of therapy and Cymbalta, I started to come alive. My ambition and motivation came back. I started remembering what I wanted to do in life. Help others look and feel their best. I also always wanted to have my own cosmetics company. I switched from hair and focused on skincare. The fire was lit again and the hustle began. I love being my own boss. I love all the extra time I get with my kid. It’s me and him against the world. It is sometimes terrifying not having a steady income, it fluctuates. I wouldn’t ever give it up. I’m finally happy, making moves and building a mountain with Dark Delicacies Beauty.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

I’m Starrla, lover of the macabre, gothic romanticism and finding beauty in the darkness of the world. Another fascination of mine is history. Dark Delicacies Beauty is my way of sharing an obscure, moody charm of the past with my clients. I want to show people there is nothing to be scared of when indulging yourself. Self-care is important to all of us keeping sane and thriving. I’m currently focused on tooth gems, crafting personal care products and getting certified in a specialty lymphatic facial certification. I love spending time with my clients and educating them on cosmetic ingredients, products to help them achieve their unicorn skin and methods of facial massaging at home to help with slowing the aging process.
I’m most proud of not giving up on life. Our experiences shape who we are. I know I can survive building a business and all the trials and tribulations that come along with it because I’ve survived life. I’m going to keep fighting and surviving it everyday. One of my favorite quotes that helps me is from a movie called ‘Galaxy Quest’. When I feel the urge to blow it all up, I take a deep breathe and repeat, “Never give up, never surrender.”

If you could go back in time, do you think you would have chosen a different profession or specialty?

If I could go back I would choose the cosmetology profession back in high school instead of waiting almost 15 years after. I believed that paycheck from marketing would make me happy and keep everything right in the world. A lesson learned, everything is temporary.

Other than training/knowledge, what do you think is most helpful for succeeding in your field?

Networking. Talking to people and making new friends. Never stop learning from strangers or peers. I try and learn something new from every person I interact with. Also, keep moving. Movement is life. Stagnation only breeds rot and death.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: dark_delicacies_beauty
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/DarkDelicaciesBeauty

Image Credits
Images taken by Azreil Noble and Starrla Noble