about: kyli — studio arist

A lifelong lover of beauty and all things girly, Kyli set out to pursue a career that would help boost the confidence of others. She obtained an Advanced Esthetics license in 2025 and, following the completion of muse's residency program, officially joined the team as its first Studio Artist in 2026.

Outside of work, she enjoys baking, tending to her plants, and snuggling with her cats.

about: melanie — founder

While her interests in beauty and wellness have manifested themselves in various ways over the years, one thing has remained constant in Melanie's career — vision. Trends come and go, styles go in and out, but the vision for muse has always been built on the belief that beauty should be a timeless experience unmarked by virality. At muse, it takes a form of self-care which simply enhances the subtleties that are already there.

After obtaining a BA in Media & Communication Studies from UMBC, Melanie worked as marketing director at an Ohio-based aesthetic surgeon's office. Finding that her preferred path involved more creativity and hands-on work, she began freelance product photography. Her love for aesthetics grew exponentially throughout this process, until she finally decided to become a licensed esthetician and start muse.