We had the good fortune of connecting with Anna Belton and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Anna, can you walk us through the thought-process of starting your business?
Beauty begins with the heart, travels through the soul and lands on the skin. From My Heart is a beauty and wellness brand committed to healthy living from the inside out. I started From My Heart in 2009 with the mission to encourage others to implement non-toxic, chemical free products in their skin care regimes as a form of self-love and mental wellness. I started during a time when there weren’t many natural bath and body lines on the market. With a focus on bringing harmony to the mind, body, and spirit, I began blending natural products in my kitchen. A part of mental health is connected to what goes into the body and as someone who battled with depression, it was important for me to ensure that my products were organic and non-toxic. During my time as a Medical Assistant, I learned that the skin is our largest organ and absorbs 60%-70% of what’s applied to it—a hazardous statistic considering that skincare products are not FDA regulated and Greenwashing in the industry is growing. I like to give people this example, think about how the nicotine or birth control patch works? The medication is absorbed directly through the skin. This is a great example to make people aware of the connection of their products and the power of their skin. I became dedicated to the process of creating a beauty and wellness line with the pure intention to mitigate these issues, raise consciousness and challenge the status quo, from which this intention From My Heart Beauty and Wellness was born.

What should our readers know about your business?
Your wellness is the brand’s top priority and toxic chemicals can disrupt the body and spirit. From My Heart is committed to using only the safest and richest ingredients in the world.  The products are Natural, Organic, Plant Based, Non-GMO and always free of Parabens, Phthalates, Mineral Oil, Formaldehyde and Artificial Fragrance. From My Heart is good for the people and for the planet.The line consists of handcrafted organic castile soaps, mineral and salt baths, body butters and oils. Our best selling castile soaps are our Sweet Orange and Green Tea Ylang Ylang. We also have mineral baths and herbal baths. We carry the only handcrafted 24k gold covered bath salt in the world(Alchemy No.1). It’s truly a life changing experience to bathe in the master healer element gold. We offer a whole line of vibrational support products to assist in keeping your vibe high also. Each product is handcrafted with its own unique blend of pure essential oils that benefit the body, mind and spirit, so if you need a boost of positive energy or deep relaxation you can choose the product that vibes with what you desire.

We recently expanded our brand to include wellness workshops. Our first workshop, the Sunday Spa Day Experience is a multi sensory self care experience for the body, mind and spirit. In this workshop I teach guests  how to create self care products that help to relax, reduce stress levels, nurture healthy mental wellness, improve skin and appearance, and inspire self care. The Sunday Spa Day Experience empowers you with the tools to create an environment at home that will allow you to create peace and preserve your peace in these times. Our guests experience an overall feeling of freedom of the body, mind and spirit that they can replicate on their own at any time. As an experienced handcrafter it was important to me to share this gift with the community. I began teaching live on instagram during the pandemic to show people how they can use simple ingredients in their kitchen to create self care products to help destress and now you can come create, relax and recharge with me in person. Making self care and wellness fun and creative for all. I also service private parties and corporate events so if you’re looking for something fun and meaningful to add to your party, team building, or next event, I’m just an email away. I believe that when you tap into your highest self, you are unstoppable, there’s truly nothing you can’t accomplish. From My Heart’s mission is to empower each customer to go after their destiny and build the confidence to display their unique beauty to the world. Growing self-esteem is a daily practice. The beauty and wellness line is created to become a part of your self-love ritual, so you can take control of your well-being. All of our products can be purchased at www.frommyheartshop.com.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Oh how I love Miami! If my friends were visiting I have a list of restaurants to take them to! Planta on south beach has the best vegan pizza I’ve ever had! Organic Food Kings in Wynwood the best burgers and vegan sandwiches! And Full Bloom in South Beach has an amazing plant based menu! All of these restaurants have a vibe. So if you’re looking to eat good and catch a vibe check them out.  Another must is definitely going to the beach! I love the ocean. It is so healing on a mind,body and spirit level. I love to just swim, relax and just vibe. Honestly the beach is probably my most favorite place to be in the world. Another dope place to vibe is Wynwood! If you’re looking for a place to have a drink, be inspired by some amazing art or get your dance on then make your way over to Wynwood!

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
Along my Journey there have been many people to inspire and help me along the way. One person who has watched, helped and supported my journey is Cosplay Artist Elizabeth Scott. Elizabeth is also an amazing massage therapist and we used to throw amazing spa parties. Another person who has Inspired me along my journey is Food Artist and Celebrity Chef Lauren Von Der Pool. Chef Von Der Pool has helped transform my life with her Eat Yourself Sexy Journey. The 21 Day plant based detox life changing. So shout out to those two Queens. I love, adore and appreciate them so much! I also want to shout out to my husband and children for continuously supporting me, I love you. Last but not least, my tibe! I love yall big!

Website: www.frommyheartshop.com

Instagram: @frommyheartproducts and @sundayspaday

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/frommyheartproducts/

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