Features | Oct. 2025
GLOW ON
By Contributor
PRODUCED BY KEMMIE RYAN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY KATRINA WITTKAMP
STYLING BY THERESA DEMARIA
HAIR & MAKEUP BY LEANNA ERNEST AND DORIA DEBARTOLO
WARDROBE PROVIDED BY NEIMAN MARCUS AND SWEET WILLIAM
When KELSEY HARVEY opened her North Shore-based Glow By Kelsey airbrush tanning studio in 2022, she had one goal—to help people feel like the best version of themselves with a glow that looks and feels natural. “I’ve always believed that confidence starts with feeling good in your own skin,” says Harvey, loving wife and mother of three. “I specialize in custom, skin-loving tans that are anything but one-size-fits-all. Whether it’s a bride prepping for her big day or a mom needing a quick confidence boost before vacation, I’m here to make sure everyone leaves glowing—inside and out.” Outside the studio, she describes herself as a proud supporter of the March of Dimes and someone who loves cheering on other women in business.
What excites you most about the future of your industry? I love that beauty is becoming more personalized, inclusive, and wellness-focused. Airbrush tanning is no longer just about looking bronze—it’s about enhancing confidence, honoring individuality, and keeping skin healthy in the process. I’m excited to see this glow-up in mindset continue.
What conversations are you passionate about bringing to the table? That beauty should feel good—not like pressure. That women in business can lead with empathy and still be wildly successful. And that owning your story—flaws, pivots, and all—is powerful.
How do you define confidence—and how have you built it? To me, confidence is quiet. It’s showing up as yourself, even if you’re still figuring things out. I’ve built mine through experience, humility, and a whole lot of trial and error.
How do you give back to your community or industry? I’ve been honored to support causes close to my heart, like March of Dimes, after having three very premature babies myself. I also love mentoring younger beauty professionals and sharing what I’ve learned—especially the real-life parts no one talks about.
What legacy do you hope to leave behind? That I helped people feel seen, celebrated, and comfortable in their skin. Whether it was through a tan, a conversation, or a small act of kindness—I hope I made someone’s day a little brighter.
For more information, visit glowbykelsey.com. You may also follow her on Instagram @glowbykelsey or on TikTok @glowbykelsey.
