Mycah Kirkland has been a freelance beauty and lifestyle writer since 2010. As a former professional makeup artist, she has worked in the aesthetics industry since 1998. While still an aesthetics student, Kirkland's first article on sun care and ethnic skin was published inZakar, an online life-coaching magazine. Kirkland graduated from the International School of Skin and Nails in Atlanta, Georgia and holds advanced certifications in medical aesthetics, advanced skin sciences and advanced aesthetic techniques. She has written web copy, commercial scripts and marketing materials for physicians and aesthetic businesses.