Today we’d like to introduce you to Destiny Preston.
Can you briefly walk us through your story – how you started and how you got to where you are today. You can include as little or as much detail as you’d like.
I was born and raised in Los Angeles, but I was fortunate to visit Encinitas for the first time in 1994 because my aunt, uncle, and younger cousin decided to relocate to this area. My Dad and other immediate family members moved to north county in the early 2000s, so San Diego County has always been a second home for me. I eventually followed and am grateful I have the means to call Encinitas home. I now give back to this community that I love through my work as a small business owner and local volunteer.
Growing up, my single mom worked very long hours to give me a better life. She found respite through beauty and a wide variety of personal treatments. I remember visiting her hair salon and brow studio in Beverly Hills and the sense of support that gave her, the radiance she was then able to carry into her everyday life. I was mesmerized by these rituals and the impact they had on her. I loved meeting beauty professionals and looked up to successful providers in the high-end luxury Los Angeles beauty industry. When my mom and I had to go to a department store, I would wander away to the make-up counters, trying everything, eager to learn. My love of beauty and the way it can transform someone’s confidence and how they show up in the world started when I was 8 years old and it’s something I’ve carried with me to this day.
As a 17-year-old, I decided to go to beauty school, and I started working in the industry right away in high-end salons in Beverly Hills. I learned so much from working under celebrity stylists, and this caliber of service is something I have built into my current business. Years later, I entered the wellness industry and became more interested in holistic health. I now incorporate this into offerings by offering restorative facials along with the Dr. Vodder method of manual lymphatic drainage and craniosacral therapy for an experience that creates total-body rejuvenation. I am focused on excellence and providing clinical results rooted in a holistic perspective.
I’m proud to serve women seeking restorative and results-oriented care in Encinitas, Rancho Santa Fe, Solana Beach, Del Mar, and La Jolla.
Has it been a smooth road? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
I have always had an insatiable desire to learn and grow. This led me to pursue two bachelor’s degrees from UC Berkeley and a master’s degree from UCLA. I studied environmental policy and planning as I sought out a way to make the world a better place. This led me toward a career in government and serving on numerous nonprofit and governmental boards.
Eventually, I unexpectedly went on to run for Encinitas City Council in the 2024 election after numerous long-time community members reached out and encouraged me to run for the District 2 seat. Although there are many aspects of public policy work that are meaningful, being a small business owner often feels more rewarding. Working in large institutions and trying to make a difference in a political context is a challenging endeavor and it can be difficult to see the impact of your work.
Seeking a shift, I began working toward completing a doctoral degree in acupuncture and Chinese medicine, which I plan to later infuse into my offerings once I’m a licensed acupuncturist. Returning to the beauty world and adding on a wellness dimension allows me to work with people in a one-on-one setting, where the impact feels much more tangible. I see the profound results from this work and it’s truly a blessing to witness my clients’ improved confidence and vitality. This creates happier and more integrated people, which has enormous benefits, supporting not only them as individuals, but also their families and the wider community.
We’d love to learn more about your work. What do you do, what do you specialize in, what are you known for, etc. What are you most proud of? What sets you apart from others?
Elysian Rose Aesthetics and Wellness provides clinical results in a private and calming boutique setting. We offer a curated blend of advanced skin care and holistic therapies designed to rejuvenate your skin, support your body’s health and vitality, and restore your nervous system. We combine high-performance clean beauty skincare products with advanced treatments. Our signature Glo2Facial (a patented oxygen facial by Geneo) with radio frequency transforms your skin, boosts collagen production, and reduces wrinkles – resulting in firm and glowing skin. Optional enhancements include nanoneedling, microcurrent, LED therapy, gua sha, cupping, and more. We also specialize in the Dr. Vodder method of manual lymphatic drainage and craniosacral therapy to support your overall wellness. Each treatment is carefully selected for maximum impact and facilitated by our founder, a UC Berkeley and UCLA educated professional who has over 16 years of experience offering heart-centered care.
Do you have any advice for those who are just starting out? Anything you wish you knew when you were starting out?
Pursue ongoing education – it will make you a better provider. Recognize that while it’s important to be a master at your craft, you will also need to learn business skills to succeed and grow your practice.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.elysianrose.co
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elysianrosellc
- Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/elysian-rose-aesthetics-and-wellness-studio-encinitas
