In the Begining.....

Tracy Ewell (poker face)

Owners, Natalie Essaied and Tracy Ewell have been BFF (best friends forever) since the sixth grade! They grew up in a small town 24 miles north of New Orleans, called Mandeville.

Natalie Essaied (poker face)









Growing up in a small town was comfortable and safe yet boring and stale. These two were often challenging the authorities and finding new ways to change the rules!

The history of Tracy Ewell Cosmetics & Skincare is a full and interesting story. It starts with Tracy Ewell and her store which opened in Febuary 2001. After working in New Olreans as a makeup artist for four years, at the age of 28, Tracy Ewell started her signature boutique inside the women's apparel store called Mimi's. Tracy operated out of Mimi's until the summer of 2005. Finally after two years of searching for the perfect retail space, Tracy moved into her space on Nashville. With the help of her friends Tracy and Natalie worked long days. Natalie was working as a Social Worker in the local school system, spending her extra time helping Tracy open her new space.




















After six weeks of renovating the new space, finally they were open. Three weeks later on the first day of a booked Event, Hurricane Katrina threatened the heart of New Orleans. Leaving no choice but to close up shop and evacuate for safety!..................to be continued.