A loan helped a women-owned business overcome COVID-19 challenges and upgrade our equipment to increase revenue.


Yvette's story

Being a single parent who at times worked 2 jobs, relieving stress, and taking care of my body was of upset importance. I frequented many day spas when I could afford it but did not see the personalized customer service I was seeking. As a result, Red Rouge Beauty and Wellness Day Spa was opened with not only personalized service, but a boutique experience offering a one-stop-shop for my clients at reasonable prices.

Although I have over 20 years of business management experience in corporate America, and previously owned a successful wedding, and prom dress business out of my home for over 15 years, I felt the need to not only be an owner of a day spa but to also become knowledgeable in the Esthetics field. As such, I dedicated 5 hours each evening, 5 days a week for over 6 months to obtain my Esthetician license. So not only do I own the day spa, I am qualified with the skills to perform spa services. This allowed me to establish a great client base and help out my staff when necessary.

Red Rouge has grown tremendously, and we were voted BEST DAY SPA by Inland Empire Magazine in January 2022 along with larger established competitors.

I am seeking funding through KIVA because the COVID-19 epidemic requires my business to close for almost 6 months. Before COVID, my Black-owned woman business was thriving. Most of my clients have come back as well as having new clients patronize me. I see our business expanding and revenues increasing substantially with new wellness offerings such as Colon Hydrotherapy.

Pampering clients and seeing the relaxed appearance after clients receive services makes my day spa even more of a passion than it already was.


This loan is special because:

It helps this business to overcome the challenges posed by the COVID-19 crisis.



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About Red Rouge Beauty and Wellness Day Spa

Industry: Retail
Years in operation: 3 years - 5 years
Website: redrougebeautywellness.com

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