Why I’m Relocating: A Personal Note from the Heart

I never thought I would be writing this so soon — and with such mixed feelings — but here it is. After years of growing, dreaming, and building Skin Education & Wellness in Dublin, it’s time for a new chapter. I’m relocating to Bucharest, Romania, and although this decision comes with a heavy heart, it also carries hope and purpose. The good news is: I will still be available for online skin consultations and will be here to guide you towards a healthy skin.

The news came as a shock to me. I felt like all my plans were suddenly torn apart. The cost of living in Dublin—especially housing—became too much. My husband and I always talked about the future, but this time, we had to stop dreaming and start planning seriously. Therapy helped us make this big decision.

We were lying to ourselves, and we weren’t 100% fulfilled.

We sat down, talked things through, and even made a proper list of pros and cons — Ireland vs. Romania. And guess who won?

We realised that our core values weren’t matching with what Ireland could offer us anymore. Healthcare, education, family support — all of these have become more important now that we have a child. The healthcare system in Ireland felt hard to access. The cost of education is mental, to be honest. And even though life here looks calm and structured, underneath that calm, we weren’t truly happy. We also felt very isolated most of the time – that got us into a strange comfort zone and yet affected our social interactions.

We also saw how much we missed being around family. We’re lucky — we get along well with them (within the limits of a baby boomer generation, haha). They’re open-minded, supportive, and will be there for us, which is huge. That kind of help is priceless when you’re raising a child.

Still, saying goodbye to Ireland is not easy.

I’ve always loved the peaceful energy here. The evergreen nature. The quiet walks. The way Irish people are kind and respectful and mind their own business. It gave me space to grow, and it shaped who I am. That part of Ireland will always stay in my heart.

But Bucharest… It’s chaotic, yeah. The system is old-school, and you can feel the stress in the air sometimes. But I’ve also started to feel that maybe, just maybe, it’s going in a better direction. It’s not perfect, but it’s something I know, something that still gives me hope. And despite everything, you can still feel like you’re learning and growing there — especially when you want to build something with meaning.

Since I found out that Skin Education & Wellness will have to move, my energy has dropped a lot. I didn’t feel like working, or posting, or even showing up on social media. My vibe was low, and I could see it even in how quiet things got. Clients didn’t knock like before. That’s when I understood how much your energy, your commitment, your belief in your path actually matters.

My anxiety was also over the roof at times. Some days, I just didn’t know how to get through. But I leaned on my little rituals — yoga in nature, meditation using the Balance app, even learning something new when I couldn’t focus on anything else. And my husband… wow. He helped me keep my shit together. He’s so rational and calm, and even though he’s the logical one, his positivity made a huge difference. It helped me move through the sadness and step into hope again.

After a lot of reflection (and many sleepless nights), I’ve made the emotional decision to close my little beauty room in Dublin this May. It’s been an incredible journey, filled with the most wonderful clients, meaningful conversations, and so much personal growth. But as life shifts, so must we.

Online Skin Consultation on the go? Hell yeah!

This spring, on May 17th, I’m officially moving back to Bucharest. While I’ll deeply miss my cozy space here, I’m also incredibly excited (and nervous!) to begin a new chapter — one that feels more aligned with where I want to grow next, both as a professional and as a mama.

But this isn’t goodbye! I’ll still be offering online skin consultations, personalized product routines, and guidance for those of you who want support — no matter where you are. These have been some of my favorite ways to connect, and I promise to keep the experience warm, in-depth, and real. Let’s be honest: Who doesn’t love a Virtual Skincare Session?

In Romania, I’ll be starting fresh — working with local experts, developing a new concept for my future skin & brow studio, and training intensely over the summer. For now, I’m taking things step by step. No big launch yet — just a soft return to in-house brow laminations for a small circle and maybe a few one-on-one mentoring sessions for beginners. I am so excited as I will attend my first Brow and Lami Retreat this June. At the seaside. Meet fresh people, international speakers, create friendships, and learning from the best! I actually cannot wait to offer my expertise in skin, so my online skin consultation will be available for everybody!

Of course, I’ve let myself be sad. I’ve cried. I’ve had moments of feeling broken and empty. But when I look back at how far I’ve come, I feel proud. I started with nothing in a new country, built something with heart and intention, and gave everything I had. That doesn’t disappear.

Even if I will carry a sadness that it ended like this, I will always be grateful for what Ireland gave me. It offered me peace, space to grow, amazing clients, and beautiful lessons.

Now, I’m ready for the next part.

I’m ready to rebuild — smarter, stronger, and more grounded. I want to create new friendships, new partnerships and open a studio that reflects everything I’ve learned. I’m not starting over. I’m starting forward. And I’m open to the challenges — I trust the universe has something good waiting for me. Remember: we can still be in touch with your virtual skincare sessions!

Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, to each person who trusted me with their skin, brows, and time.
Your support has meant more than you know. 💛