Today we’d like to introduce you to Max Anthony Cortes.
Hi Max Anthony, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
From Rock Bottom to Rising Star: The Max Anthony Cortes Journey
Introduction:
I never planned on being in the spotlight. If you would’ve told me a few years ago that I’d be here—on your screens, sharing my story—I probably wouldn’t have believed you. But life has a funny way of pushing you toward purpose through pain. My journey wasn’t easy. It wasn’t glamorous. But it was real. And every broken piece of it built the person I am today.
How did you get started?
To be honest, I didn’t wake up one day and say, “I want to be on TV.” My start came from a place of survival. I was just trying to find my way—out of hard circumstances, out of environments that didn’t see me, out of the version of myself that felt like he didn’t belong anywhere. I found creativity as a way to express emotions I didn’t have words for. Whether it was performing, storytelling, or just being on camera—I finally found a place where I could show up fully as myself. That changed everything.
At one of the hardest points in my life, I made the decision to leave my hometown and start over. I relocated with nothing but a vision: to pursue my passion for skincare and create a life that felt aligned with who I really was. That move forced me to step out of my comfort zone in every way. But it was also the beginning of me becoming the version of myself I always dreamed of.
The real turning point was when I realized that vulnerability is strength. When I stopped performing for approval and started showing up as my full, flawed, authentic self—that’s when people really started to connect with me. I wasn’t just chasing clout; I was chasing truth. That’s what opened doors. That’s what built real relationships. And that’s what gave me peace.
I’m grateful for Andarrio Abram’s the CEO of CHASING REALITY for allowing me to share my story on his platform. Catch me on season two of chasing Orlando dropping later this September! Also Catch up season one on YouTube/chasingreality
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Whew… where do I start? I’ve battled a lot behind the scenes. From personal loss to mental health struggles, to people doubting me before I even opened my mouth. There were moments I felt completely alone. Times where I thought the pain would break me for good. But instead, it broke open something deeper. I stopped asking “why me?” and started asking “what is this teaching me?” That mindset saved me.
Moving to a new city, chasing a dream, trying to build a career—it was terrifying. But every risk I took taught me how to bet on myself. And that’s a skill I’ll never unlearn.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Glow Gold Esthetics?
Max is Client-focused Medical Aesthetician with a distinguished understanding of skin health. Proven ability to educate clients on proper skincare routines and the benefits of aesthetic treatments. Max has three years of beauty industry experience and working with high quality products. Max is A highly skilled professional ready to take your lashes, brows, and skin to the next level. His goal is to provide every client with the latest Glow Gold Esthetics treatments to enhance their natural beauty and elevate their level of confidence by providing flawless results.
At Glow Gold Esthetics I offer:
Facials
Medical esthetics: Chemical peels, micro-needling, ETC.
Teeth whitening, and teeth gems.
Lash lift/tint
Eyebrow grooming and tinting
Pricing:
- Facials range from $40-120
- medicial esthetics range from $110-400
- teeth whitening, 30 mins: $45, 45 mins: $55, 60mins: $75
- lash lift: $50 with tint $65
Contact Info:
- Website: http://styleseat.com/maxcortes
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/main___attraction/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/Selfmadecortes
