Glam & Glow Beauty
Episode Summary
In this episode, Alison welcomes Ashley Jones, Camden County “implant” (by marriage 😄) and owner of Glam & Glow Beauty and Body Services, to talk about building a beauty business that’s rooted in care, education, and comfort. Ashley explains how she started with makeup, but because so many clients kept asking about skin, she went back to school to specialize in skincare and body waxing. Now she offers custom facials, relaxing facials, body waxing (including underarms and Brazilian), and skincare consultations — all in a private, welcoming suite on Hwy 40 in St. Marys.
Ashley breaks down her philosophy that skincare is 80/20 — she’s only 20% of the journey, and the other 80% is what clients do at home. That’s why she spends so much time educating people about exfoliation, ingrown hairs, product ingredients like hyaluronic acid, and choosing products meant for their skin — not just what’s trending on TikTok.
To help the next generation, she created “Alphabets of Beauty,” a skincare coloring book available at her shop and on Amazon, designed for pre-teens, teens, and even adults who want to learn skin terms, routines, and tips in a fun way. She also shares how she runs her business by appointment only to give every client privacy, time, and real conversation — including laughs, screams, and stories.
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01:19 – Meet today’s guest: Ashley Jones, Glam & Glow Beauty & Body Services
01:36 – “I’m an implant!” Ashley’s Camden County story
02:18 – From makeup artist to skincare & waxing pro
03:02 – Why clients kept asking about skin
03:35 – What Glam & Glow offers now (custom facials, relaxing facials, waxing)
04:16 – The 80/20 rule of skincare: you do most of the work
04:57 – Relaxing vs corrective facials
05:30 – Underarm waxing?! Alison’s first experience
06:15 – Why waxing lasts longer than shaving
07:00 – Ingrown hairs and why exfoliation matters
07:42 – Physical vs chemical exfoliation (and why military folks get ingrowns)
08:25 – Ingredient talk: hyaluronic acid made simple
09:10 – Ashley’s #1 skincare advice: consistency
09:45 – Don’t use products made for someone else’s skin
10:25 – Introducing Ashley’s skincare coloring book
11:05 – What’s inside “Alphabets of Beauty”
11:37 – Where to buy it (in the shop + on Amazon)
12:05 – Creating an intimate, safe space for beauty services
12:45 – Location: 4499 Hwy 40 E, Suite B (don’t miss the turn!)
13:20 – Booking + why she’s appointment only
13:55 – Q&A / rapid fire with Ashley 14:35 – Her favorite Camden County restaurants
15:10 – Fun fact: Ashley was in the 2006 Miss Okefenokee pageant 16:05 – How to contact Glam & Glow (text is best)
16:35 – Final shoutouts + thanks for supporting local businesses
Summary Highlights
Guest: Ashley Jones, owner of Glam & Glow Beauty and Body Services in St. Marys, GA
Episode: 73
Host: Alison Shores, Camden County Chamber of Commerce
Sponsors Mentioned: Georgia Power, Sparklight, Plug Power, St. Marys DDA, TDS Telecom, Ameris Bank, Georgia’s Own Credit Union, Lockheed, Comcast — plus shoutout to new members Knox Pest Control and Tailor-Made Roofing at the top of the show.
Key Topics:
🧴 From Makeup to Skincare: Ashley started as a makeup artist, but client questions about skin pushed her to become licensed in skincare and waxing.
🧪 The 80/20 Rule: “I’m only 20% of your skincare journey — the other 80% is you at home.” Building good habits matters more than one facial.
✨ Customized Facials: Every client gets evaluated and placed on a plan — because what works for one person may break out someone else.
😌 Relaxing Space: Glam & Glow is intentionally intimate, safe, and fun — a place where you can laugh, ask “dumb” questions, and not feel judged.
🧊 Waxing 101: Underarm and intimate waxing don’t have to be scary — when it’s done right, hair grows back slower because it’s pulled from the follicle.
🧤 Exfoliation Matters: Ingrown hairs often come from lack of exfoliation — Ashley teaches physical (gloves, dry brushing) and chemical exfoliation.
💧 Ingredient Education: Ashley breaks down common ingredients like hyaluronic acid and why “acid” doesn’t always mean harsh.
🎨 Skincare Coloring Book: Ashley created “Alphabets of Beauty” for pre-teens/teens who are getting into skincare too early or using the wrong products. It teaches routines, terms, and the importance of sunscreen.
📚 Where to Buy: Available at her shop and on Amazon (search “Alphabets of Beauty” and look for her photo!).
📍 Location: 4499 Hwy 40 East, Suite B, St. Marys, GA — between The Old Liquor Store / Satilla Park area (sharp turn — don’t miss it!)
🗓 Hours: By appointment only (Monday–Saturday) so she can give full attention to each client.
📲 Best Way to Reach Her: Texting — because she’s literally working with her hands all day.
🍽 Local Faves: Wandaful Things, Southern River Walk, and All Food Matters got shoutouts 🥰
👑 Fun Fact: Ashley was in the 2006 Miss Okefenokee Pageant and wants someone from Waycross to find those photos!
Contact Information
Glam and Glow Beauty and Body Services
Ashley Jones
glambyashleymua@gmail.com
