About FFBC
A Collaborative Beauty Studio
Our space is designed to have artists that are not only talented, but embody true entrepreneurial spirit. FFBC runs independently alongside a Raven Rest Aesthetic Parlor (offering Barbering and Cosmetology services) and their associates, as well as other independent artists in their own private suites, all under one roof. We strive to support one another in growing and building the life we have always dreamed of.
The Owner
Brooke has worked in the beauty industry building her skills, education, portfolio and business since 2018. You may have known her as Brooke Ashley Makeup Muse in previous years. She's a solo business owner turned Esthetics Instructor for PRO+ Skin Academy, with a passion for helping new esthy's grow.
To date, she has proudly earned the finalist title as Best Tanning Salon 2021 with Frederick News Post's Best of the Best Awards. She has also won first in the Best Beauty Service Provider + Spa Experience categories in the 2022 Sass Choice Awards with Sass Magazine (a local women owned business magazine). Her experience includes working with countless weddings, pageants, SFX makeup for Markoff's Haunted Forest, working on set for films and photoshoots, and so much more.
Fun Facts About Brooke:
Mid 30's.
Pisces sun, Taurus Moon, and Scorpio rising.
LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent.
Tattoos & Piercings.
She/Her, also okay with They/Them.
Has been with her partner, Jake, for over 12 years!
Night owl, definitely not a morning person.
Allergy ridden - body is highly reactive.
VERY sensitive to light, sound and fragrance.
sensitive to gluten, caffeine, metals and more.
Appreciates graceful aging, and grey hairs.
Lives in West Virginia, but lived in Frederick, MD most of her life.
Graduated from The Esthetic Institute in February of 2021.
Neurodivergent and chronically ill.
Born in Maryland.
Russian, Ukrainian, German, and Irish heritage.
Savory > Sweet.
LOVES trying new restaurants and foods.
Grew up around music and going to local emo/indie/metal/hardcore shows.
First three BIG concerts were KISS, Aerosmith, and Britney Spears.
Was a competitive cheerleader and even performed in the Halftime show at the Sugar Bowl.
Used to steal her mom's makeup every morning before school.
Fostered for dog rescues in the past.
Has 2 cats now, Khloe (calico) and Kiki (grey tabby).
Previously had a brindle Boerboel (South African mastiff) named Zoey.
Binges love/romance reality TV shows.
Hopes to travel and live in other parts of the world one day.
Autumn > other seasons.
Homebody and an extroverted introvert.