VSOTO Founder Vance Soto on His New Skincare Line & How To Take Your Spa Experience Home With You

VSOTO Founder Vance Soto on His New Skincare Line & How To Take Your Spa Experience Home With You

When Lance Soto, owner of the renowned Hollywood spa, Ole Henriksen, finally launched his own skincare line, VSOTO, his clients were clamoring to buy the products literally from the treatment room - right there on the spot. Amidst the lockdown and a temporary halt in production, he was finally able to launch four moisturizers this year with many more products to come. After years of working in the spa industry and becoming a bit of a skincare connoisseur, he worked hard to figure out which components would be needed to fully represent his comprehension of what his clients desire and need for their skincare routines, the right ingredients, and also importantly - the right essence of the product. With high standards of spa and skincare excellence, he made sure after handpicking all of the ingredients in his formulations that every single component “understood the assignment” in creating glowy, hydrated skin. We had a chat with Lance to talk about why he wanted to dip his toes in creating his own line, what sets VSOTO apart from its competition, and what experience he wants his clients and customers to achieve after using his products and spa.

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Palette®️ Founder Kate Westad on the Challenges of Going Eco-friendly & Her Fave Palette®️ Hack

Palette®️ Founder Kate Westad on the Challenges of Going Eco-friendly & Her Fave Palette®️ Hack

Have you ever been so overwhelmed by how many beauty products you’re trying to pack into your suitcase while at the same time wanting to do something to lessen your carbon footprint on the earth? That’s how Palette®️ Founder Kate Westad felt the moment she realized she needed to create this genius travel and beauty tool. As a former lawyer-turned-eco-friendly beauty entrepreneur, she took on the challenge of creating a product that currently has part of her product made from 30% recycled plastic with the intention of making it from 100% recycled plastic someday. Even the product packaging is comprised of a fully recyclable and compostable tube shipped to you in a 100% recyclable envelope. We sat down to chat with Kate on her career-changing journey, what’s in her High Fiver Pak, and advice on how to become your own entrepreneur.

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Lifestyle Influencer Loreen Hwang on Being an Early Skincare Adopter & Loving Her Social Media Family

Lifestyle Influencer Loreen Hwang on Being an Early Skincare Adopter & Loving Her Social Media Family

Imagine you’re eight years old, and your father out of all people becomes the one person who educates you on the importance of an anti-aging skincare routine. Cut to the age of 11 and the brand La Prairie becomes a daily part of your vocabulary, then you’ve entered the world of Lifestyle Influencer Loreen Hwang and creator of the CoucouJolie blog, where she divulges all her knowledge on everything from food, travel, health, beauty and wellness. We had a chat with Loreen to find out why she feels support from her social media community, how legit her skincare knowledge is, and what advice she has for up-and-coming bloggers.

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Bess & Color Founder Jessica Bellinger on How She Created Her Wes Anderson-inspired Nail Polish Line

Bess & Color Founder Jessica Bellinger on How She Created Her Wes Anderson-inspired Nail Polish Line

Crawling into the mind of auteur extraordinaire Wes Anderson sounds like what Bess & Color’s Founder Jessica Bellinger did, more than a few times. Drawing from Wes Anderson’s color palette, set design, and even characters from his films, she became inspired to create a vegan, cruelty-free nail polish line. And, this nail polish is 10 free which means her line does not contain any of the 10 most toxic chemicals normally found in traditional nail polishes. We chatted with Jessica to find out how she became a nail polish entrepreneur, her interactive way of naming the polish colors, and what’s next on her colorful agenda.

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Habit Founder Tai Adaya on Why You Should Have a Midday Skincare Routine

Habit Founder Tai Adaya on Why You Should Have a Midday Skincare Routine

Did you know that it takes 21 days to create and form a new habit? HABIT Founder Tai Adaya knew this and, of course, a hundred other things on how to improve on your skin’s youthfulness. Launching on March 19th will be HABIT’s first product on the market, N°41 Mister ($30 / $24 for monthly subscription), which is a hydrating face mist with sunscreen. We sat down with Tai to discuss how we should be applying N°41, why she’s educating millennials on anti-aging, and the million dollar question - how did she create a facial spray with SPF without that sticky residue.

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Influencer Ami Desai on Honoring Your Authentic Self and the Importance of SPF

Influencer Ami Desai on Honoring Your Authentic Self and the Importance of SPF

Ami Desai may be known as a beauty and lifestyle influencer but she’s also redefined what it means to be a multi-hyphenated entrepreneurial soul with a career spanning from hosting a show on Oprah.com, beauty and lifestyle expert to a busy working mom of two. We chatted with her on the challenges and rewards of the influencer industry, that time she first talked to Oprah, and advice on preserving your skin in your twenties so you can reap the benefits of nourished skin into your thirties (and beyond!).

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Find Out What A Day In The Life Of Top Beauty Publicist Kate Morgan of Morgan Publicity Is Really Like

Find Out What A Day In The Life Of Top Beauty Publicist Kate Morgan of Morgan Publicity Is Really Like

With the fast paced world of the beauty industry, it takes the best of the best to not just tread water but to literally walk on water which is what Kate Morgan of Morgan Publicity does for her clients. Working around the clock, servicing various time zones while also balancing a toddler at home, we wanted to find out how she balances her busy schedule while not completely losing her mind. With an impressive client roster such as Dr. Pimple Popper aka Dr. Sandra Lee (who just recently won a Critics Choice Award for Female Star of the Year), WOW Skin Science and purlisse - to name just a few, we couldn’t help but ponder - when does she have time to sleep? We sat down to chat with Kate so could give us the lowdown on a day-in-the-life of a busy publicist, how she juggles her busy work/mom life and why her agency is truly one of the best in the biz.

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CURA Skincare Founder Dr. Michelle Tu Chats About The Benefits of Calcium & Gets Real About Being A Boss Lady

CURA Skincare Founder Dr. Michelle Tu Chats About The Benefits of Calcium & Gets Real About Being A Boss Lady

We all know that calcium is good for strong bones, most likely after watching a barrage of milk commercials, but do you know about the many benefits of calcium for your skin? That’s where Dr. Michelle Tu steps in, she founded her own skincare line called CURA Skincare, which uses a key component, you guessed it - calcium! With CURA, she’s developed her own fountain of youth products which help protect and renew skin by creating a unique RENOVOCEL Complex (a mix of calcium, green tea, and caffeine). Here, we chat with Dr. Tu about how she came up with the idea of CURA, the struggles of being an entrepreneur in the early days, and divulges on her own at-home spa night.

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Founder Maud’s of Beverly Hills Victoria O’Brien on the art of the Lash Extension & Wax Business and Tips on How To Extend the Life of Your Lashes

Founder Maud’s of Beverly Hills Victoria O’Brien on the art of the Lash Extension & Wax Business and Tips on How To Extend the Life of Your Lashes

May lash extensions never go out of style! If you’ve never had lash extensions applied, walk, no run, to Maud’s of Beverly Hills based in…you got it, Beverly Hills. Founded by beauty entrepreneur Victoria O’Brien, this sophisticated salon houses top-notch Cosmetologist Jennifer Garcia who artfully applies Xtreme Lash Extensions, waxing and even nail services. We chatted with Victoria and Jennifer and got the 411 on lash extensions and maintenance, why Maud’s stands out from all the other salons in LA, and how not to arrive when getting your lashes done (it might upset your cosmetologist!)

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Tamera Mowry Chats About Her Fave Holiday Look and Female Bonding on 'The Real'

Tamera Mowry Chats About Her Fave Holiday Look and Female Bonding on 'The Real'

She rose to fame starring opposite her identical twin, Tia Mowery, in the popular teen drama Sister, Sister, back in the 90's. These days, Tamera Mowry is holding her own as a busy mom of two and one of the co-hosts on the syndicated talk show, The Real. Currently in it's third season, Tamera sits down to chat with us about her female bond with her three co-hosts on the show, her favorite holiday party, and the one beauty product she can't live without. 

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'Ghosted' Amber Stevens West On Why She Loves Her Nerdy Character & What Drugstore Buy She Can't Live Without

'Ghosted' Amber Stevens West On Why She Loves Her Nerdy Character & What Drugstore Buy She Can't Live Without

When you're a techie nerd and bad ass weapons specialist for the government on the new FOX show, Ghosted, then it's just another day at the office for Amber Stevens West. She plays Annie Carver, who's not afraid to kick it with the boys, ahem, Craig Robinson and Adam Scott, and show them who the real defense boss girl is. Born and bred in LA, we had to find out what her beauty routine was, what beauty product she's obsessed with, and where she likes to go to get the ultimate spa experience.

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Hair Stylists Paul Windle and Neil Moodie On Their New Product Line & Advice On How To Succeed In The Hair Business

Hair Stylists Paul Windle and Neil Moodie On Their New Product Line & Advice On How To Succeed In The Hair Business

With a flagship salon in the ever-popular Covent Garden in London, Paul Windle and Neil Moodie have spread their wings to the US with the launch of the highly anticipated haircare line, Windle + Moodie. Having been in the business for over 30 years, this duo has created eco-friendly, high quality products that leave hair healthy, hydrated and protected. We chatted with this creative team about why they wanted to launch here in LA, how they created their heavenly smelling products, and the exciting changes they’ve seen in the hair industry over the years.

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Playa’s Founder Shelby Wild On Creating A Natural Hair Care Line & How To Get That Cali Surfer Girl Wave

Playa’s Founder Shelby Wild On Creating A Natural Hair Care Line & How To Get That Cali Surfer Girl Wave

Beachy waves will always be on-trend if you live in Southern California. Just ask Playa  founder Shelby Wild, who gave up a fast paced city life in New York and headed west for the beaches of Los Angeles. She has created a natural line of hair care products that include a shampoo, conditioner, dry shampoo, a summer spray and dry oil. We sat down with Shelby to find out what inspired her to create these dreamy, beachy hair products, how she discovered natural ingredients for her formulas, and a great tip for caring for your wet hair this summer.

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'Famous in Love' Makeup Department Head Cindy Miguens On Creating Those Hollywood Tears

'Famous in Love' Makeup Department Head Cindy Miguens On Creating Those Hollywood Tears

Working on a new show is always exciting and for Makeup Department Head Cindy Miguens, the formula for success couldn't be better as her new Freeform show, Famous in Love, stars Bella Thorne, Carter Jenkins, and Perrey Reeves. Created by the TV genius I. Marlene King, who also created a little show you may have heard of by the name of Pretty Little Liars, Cindy has a long history with the show creator as she was also the PLL Makeup Department Head. You could say she has a lot of experience with the hottest young Hollywood talent. Can we say - jealous much?!? With a busy schedule, we asked Cindy a few questions on how she helps achieve those Hollywood tears, the clean-up needed after an emotional scene, and what's in her set bag.

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Former 'Days' Star Kate Mansi Talks About Why Sheet Masks Are The Ultimate Relationship Tool & Her Spring Beauty Routine

Former 'Days' Star Kate Mansi Talks About Why Sheet Masks Are The Ultimate Relationship Tool & Her Spring Beauty Routine

She's baaaaack! Remember when we chatted with former Days of our Lives Kate Mansi awhile back and learned all about her beauty and skincare regimen as a soap opera star. Now with a Daytime Emmy nomination in her pocket and having recently shot a film with KellyMcGillis, we find out what Kate has up her sleeve for this year's Emmy's, what beauty secret has helped further her bond with her boyfriend (don't worry, it's SFW!), and the cathartic experience she had when she chopped off her hair. 

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'Younger' Hair and Makeup Glam Team Chat About Their Gorgeous Cast & Tips For Staying Youthful Looking

'Younger' Hair and Makeup Glam Team Chat About Their Gorgeous Cast & Tips For Staying Youthful Looking

TVLand’s Younger is the show that we’d all like to live vicariously through (er, those of us in our 40’s and older). Perhaps it’s even become ourSATC replacement with the show boasting creator Darren Star and legendary Costume Consultant Pat Field. The show is based around Liza (played by broadway veteran Sutton Foster), a 40-year-old posing as a twenty-something while attempting to get her foot back in the door of the publishing world after taking time off to raise her teen daughter. We just had to find out how Liza maintains her outward youth, so we asked Hair Department Head Anne Marie Bradley and Makeup Department Head Eldo Ray Estes to divulge. Of course, we also got the scoop on what it’s like working on such a fun show, how they stay “on-trend” with looks, and what’s in their set bags.

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We Dish On Everything You Wanted To Know From The ‘This Is Us’ Hair and Makeup Department Heads

We Dish On Everything You Wanted To Know From The ‘This Is Us’ Hair and Makeup Department Heads

If you’re one of the 60 million people who saw just the trailer of the new NBC hit show, This Is Us, then you’re probably just as hooked as we are about this new fall show which has blown everyone’s minds in just the first two episodes. With constant flashbacks to the 70’s back to present day, the Hair and Makeup teams have their hands very full working with an A-list cast. We sat down with Hair Department Head Michael Reitz and Makeup Department Head Zoe Hay to chat about their early thoughts on the show, how they achieved such groovy 70’s hair and what it takes to perfectly age a stunning Mandy Moore into a grandmother.

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Want To Know The Secrets Behind The Looks On 'Suicide Squad'? Makeup And Hair Designer Alessandro Bertolazzi Divulges

Want To Know The Secrets Behind The Looks On 'Suicide Squad'? Makeup And Hair Designer Alessandro Bertolazzi Divulges

He is busy and in demand! He is Alessandro Bertolazzi, and most recently, he worked as the Hair and Makeup Designer on the upcoming, highly anticipated superhero film, Suicide Squad, working with mega stars such as Jared Leto, Margot Robbie and Cara Delevingne. If you’ve seen the trailer, you’ll note that only a genius could master such intricate hair, makeup and special effects seen on each sinister character. So, we had to find out what it was all about. We caught up with Alessandro in Nairobi before he took off to Seoul for another location shoot with Netflix show, Sens8.

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Founder Jenna Levine Chats about Her New Skincare Line LINNÉ and What’s She’s Expecting Next

Founder Jenna Levine Chats about Her New Skincare Line LINNÉ and What’s She’s Expecting Next

If you invited Jenna Levine to your house back in the day, she might’ve whipped up something incredibly delicious that involved apples, lemon and honey… for your skin! These days, you’ll find her as the founder of an all-natural skincare line called LINNÉ. Named after the Swedish botanist and physician, Carl Von Linné, Levine’s focus for her new skincare collection revolves around the importance of using native and wild plants in her products and truly understanding the impact they have on our bodies. In honor of Earth Day this week, we wanted to pick Levine’s brain on what sets her skincare line apart from all the others, what her morning and evening skincare routine is (you’ll be jealous!) and the next project she’s “expecting.”  

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Find Out What Gives Malese Jow That Healthy Glow and How She Balances Life While Working on the Hit Show ‘The Flash’

Find Out What Gives Malese Jow That Healthy Glow and How She Balances Life While Working on the Hit Show ‘The Flash’

Working on an action-packed DC Comics hit show is just a normal day at the office for The Flash’s Malese Jow. Jow splits her time playing Linda Park and Dr. Light in the second season of the show. Balancing two roles and personalities is no easy job, and with long days on set in heavy makeup, she finds it essential to let her skin take a moment and breath when she’s not working. We sat down with her to chat about the second season of the CW’s The Flash, why she’s loving her shorter ‘do and how she finds balance in Hollywood. 

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