Hi! I am Yaelia (Jah-Eh-Leah) or “Yali” as friends call me. Happy you are here!

I founded The Nail Pot back in 2018 after going against all odds: Leaving my 9-5 in Finance, changing careers, changing industries, opening a business in an uncertain economy.

The Nail Pot was a nail studio providing 1 on 1 services and all types of nail and spa services: manicures, pedicures, foot care, fun nail art , education and even mentoring new and current nail technicians. Then, the pandemic hit and I was forced to stay home. Thankfully, the fire in me didn't go out, as I am determined, very persistent and I just refuse to quit. Now I had the opportunity to go big or go home. Hence, Meliora Beauty Clinique. Here I bring you a specialized team that is passionate about what they do and they understand the link between health and beauty to provide you with long lasting results.

What happened to The Nail Pot? The Nail Pot morphed and it is now my personal brand for education and mentoring to other nail technicians to elevate the industry and make real, permanent changes.

My favorite services are pedicures. I love how relaxing it is for a client, how is such a humbling service, how I can transform your feet and educating you in how to better care for them. I feel blessed and grateful for the people in my life and the people I have met along this journey who are just exceptional human beings.

I am a proud Puerto Rican daughter, who speaks both English and Spanish. I have my furry baby River, a schnoodle who is my shadow. I love reading, listening and dancing to music, and being in nature. I am a huge nerd when it comes to Lord of the Rings, D&D, and other geeky things. I collect postcards from all over the world, one day I will show you my collection.

I can’t wait to meet you!