When Karla Diringer retired from a career spent in the California Governor’s Office it certainly wasn’t her intention to start a second career. Rather, what started as a leisurely exploration of her interests led Karla from recreating her grandmother’s homemade cleaning products to experimenting with skin care. A growing awareness of the chemicals within traditional products and growing raves for her homemade holiday gifts inspired Karla to bring her natural, nourishing products to a larger audience.
What started in her kitchen became Spa Essence Natural Body and Skin Care. Committed to creating products that are as good for the environment as they are for the skin, Karla loves knowing she has a part in brining out the natural beauty in her customers. For her it’s really about the “endeavor to empower folks to take some time out of the rigors of life.”
And though she’s a once retired, back to the grind business owner, Karla still takes time to live her mission. “I make a conscious effort to take time out to breathe … and soak in a tub of hot water with some relaxing lavender bath salts,” she advises. “It’s important to prioritize, set boundaries and know that tomorrow is another day.”