LaDonna Smith & Her Vision for CON’TOUR CARES
LaDonna Smith is a trailblazing entrepreneur, beauty industry leader, and passionate advocate for inclusivity in the beauty world. As the Founder and CEO of CON’TOUR Makeup Studio, she has dedicated her career to empowering aspiring beauty professionals—particularly those who face barriers due to autoimmune diseases or limited access to education and mentorship.
Her personal journey, shaped by resilience and entrepreneurship, led to the creation of CON’TOUR CARES, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on uplifting young beauty professionals through education, mentorship, and financial aid.
The Inspiration Behind CON’TOUR CARES
LaDonna saw how financial hardship, chronic illness, and a lack of representation prevented many from entering the beauty world. She created CON’TOUR CARES to eliminate those barriers—providing accessible education and career paths for high school students and individuals with autoimmune diseases like Type 1 Diabetes, Celiac Disease, and Lupus.
LaDonna Smith’s Mission Through CON’TOUR CARES
1. Scholarships & Financial Aid
- Tuition support for accredited beauty programs
- Scholarships for high school program graduates
- Support for those living with autoimmune diagnoses
2. High School Beauty Education Program
- Hands-on training in skincare, makeup, and ethics
- Lessons on gluten-free and autoimmune-safe products
- Direct access to beauty school enrollment
3. Beauty School & Industry Partnerships
- Tuition assistance & scholarship alignment
- Mentorship and career guidance
- Job placement pipelines for graduates
4. Career Mentorship & Business Development
- 1-on-1 industry mentorship
- Internships at CON’TOUR Makeup Studio
- Business coaching for beauty entrepreneurs
Why LaDonna’s Work is Transformational
Through advocacy and curriculum design, LaDonna is breaking beauty barriers. She’s creating access, awareness, and opportunity where none existed—and helping shape an industry that finally reflects the full spectrum of beauty and strength.
The Future of CON’TOUR CARES
LaDonna’s national expansion plan includes more scholarships, accredited programs, and beauty school partnerships—ensuring that no dream is deferred because of income, illness, or identity.
CON’TOUR CARES is more than a program. Under LaDonna’s leadership, it’s a movement, a legacy, and a life-changing opportunity for the next generation of beauty leaders.
