Circadia - Sage Michaela Lucas "Timing is Everything" Esthetics - Fall 2026
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Circadia® The Sage Michaela Lucas “Timing is Everything” Esthetics Student Scholarship
The Sage Michaela Lucas “Timing is Everything” scholarship is generously funded by Circadia®, a pioneer in the science of chronobiology and skincare. Circadia® is again generously donating a total of $50,000 in Esthetics Scholarships for the Spring and Fall seasons for the next two years. The Sage Michaela Lucas “Timing is Everything” award was created to expand opportunities in the esthetics profession and to support a broader range of voices, perspectives, and experiences across the beauty and wellness industry.
The scholarship is open to esthetics students enrolled in an accredited program, and students from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The scholarship grant targets esthetics students pursuing careers in esthetics, skincare formulation, and/or cosmetic chemistry.
Award Amount | # of Recipients
Three (3) $5,000 awards for the FALL Season from September 1 - October 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST.
Each awardee will receive the following:
Mentorship program that includes (3) one-hour calls with a Circadia® educator to discuss business proposals, financial overview, skincare products and services, etc. Calls will be scheduled through Circadia® and must be completed within 12 months of the recipient's graduation date.
Eligibility/Qualifications
- Be 18 years of age or older at the time of application.
- Be enrolled in or accepted to an eligible esthetics or equivalent program at:
-a U.S.-accredited school leading to licensure or the applicable state-recognized equivalent;
-a BCL Qualifying Partner School.
- Demonstrate passion for the esthetics profession, commitment to education, and financial need.
- Not have previously received a scholarship administered by Beauty Changes Lives, including scholarships funded by Circadia, or any other BCL partner.
- Not be an employee, contractor, or immediate family member of BCL, Circadia, or an affiliated vendor.
Application Requirements
- Complete the online application and submit proof of enrollment from an esthetics program by uploading your progress report or official acceptance letter from an accredited school/institution.
- Submit a 3-minute maximum YouTube video (cannot be a short) with a public link answering the following questions (if the video exceeds the 3-minute requirement, or it's a short, the application will be declined):
- How would this scholarship help address financial challenges and support your ability to continue your education?
- If you were to win this scholarship, how do you plan to “pay it forward” once you have entered the industry to inspire the next generation of hopefuls who have similar goals?
- Name a person in the beauty industry that you know personally or follow on social media who motivates you or positively impacts you to stay committed to your dreams despite obstacles. Explain what it is about their story that gives you the most hope in your own career.
- Describe challenges you have overcome or life-changing situations that turned into valuable lessons. What did you learn about yourself, and how did you grow from these situations?
About Circadia
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