In this interview, Licensed Aesthetician, and Founder of Kreme Aesthetics Services, Bebe Andrew-Jaja, speaks with Sunday Ehigiator on her journey into the beauty industry, and how Kreme is revolutionising beauty education in Nigeria How did this journey begin for you, considering your first degree was in something different? Before starting my journey in the beauty industry, I received my BA in International Studies and Political science from the University of Oklahoma and my MA in international studies and diplomacy from the University of London (SOAS). After that, I began working in the UK corporate world, but I never felt satisfied, so I decided to use my skincare passion to fill that void. As a teenager, my mum and I bonded over skincare as I tried to navigate skin conditions caused by hormonal issues.
From there it became an area of interest we regularly discussed, sharing our perspective on products and treatments. Before I decided to take the plunge and pursue my passion, I got my mother to cosign, and I fully immersed myself into what I feel is my life’s calling. I started by getting a Diploma in Aesthetics, from Avenue Five Institute, and then went on to practice.
After 10 years of practising as a licensed aesthetician, I acquired my senior laser technician license from Texas Laser Institute. The fulfilment I have experienced throughout this journey has been indescribable With your commendable years of experience, how would you rate the acceptance of Aesthetic serv.