Just in time for summer, we have a star ingénue here at DermStore! Le Métier de Beauté, which translates to “the craft of beauty,” offers the perfect multi-tasking collection of performance cosmetics and innovative skincare. A favorite of beauty editors and fashion designers, this brand is a prestige professional line created for the everyday woman. [...]
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My New Favorite Multi-Use Tinted Moisturizer
I don’t know about you, but I am always looking for different face sunscreens or a tinted moisturizer with SPF that doesn’t leave my face oily and shiny. I want great protection but at the same time, something that will moisturize my face as well. I can’t just put sunscreen on because then I leave [...]
Behind the Scenes at DermStore: Meet Michelle Olsen, VP of Brand Development!
Here at DermStore, we are surrounded by all the latest and greatest beauty products. I thought that it would be fun to catch up with one of our Executives, Michelle Olsen, to find out about her most coveted products! She has access to just about anything and I am about to share with you what [...]
One-on-One with Lauren Feist of Lollysheep
How do you go from working the 9-to-5 to pursuing your two creative passions? Ask Lauren Feist. The celebrity makeup artist turned jewelry designer started her professional career in human resources before building a business around her creative talents. Today, she’s a makeup artist specializing in beauty, film and editorial, and has worked with many [...]
Look Twenty Years Younger
PROS: Sun exposure is a source of vitamin D, which helps us absorb calcium for stronger and healthier bones. CONS: Unprotected exposure to the sun’s UV rays can cause skin damage, eye damage, immune system suppression and skin cancer. The sun causes 90% of all skin cancers. Casual sun exposure with protection can [...]
A Chat with Celebrity Designer Jodi Benavidez of Brokedown Clothing
Jodi Benavidez of Brokedown Clothing is a woman of many hats…literally & figuratively. Previously a West Coast fashion reporter, she is the creator, designer, accountant and backer of the popular line, which started with hats, worn by many celebs including Jessica Alba, Halle Berry, Eva Longoria and Paris Hilton. It all started back in [...]
Traveling Smart with Multitasking Products
So I’m debating about a last-minute trip to Vegas. To save time while I’m thinking about it, I’m creating a checklist of skin care and beauty essentials that have multi purposes so I can pack less and not be that person carrying a big suitcase for a weekend trip. Here are the space saving, multitasking [...]
Sonya Dakar’s Botox in a Bottle
Here in Southern California we are blessed with beautiful weather and during the summer months, everyone is soaking up sunshine and vitamin D. We all know how important it is to protect our skin from harmful UV rays with a high quality SPF sunscreen. I recently discovered a fabulous sunscreen that is filled with lovely [...]
French Beauty Secrets
I recently returned home after traveling with my Sister all over Italy and France. I fell in love with the food, fashion, culture and lifestyles. I was especially fascinated by the timeless beauty and style of French women. A few of my favorite French beauty icons are Brigitte Bardot and Catherine Deneuve. Regardless of [...]
Sweet, Sweet Sunburns
I’ve been really naughty lately and have been spending a lot of time in the sun. Like, A LOT. For the most part, I’m constantly slathering on sunscreen and harping on others to remember to re-apply throughout the day. One of my missions as an esthetician is to prevent sunburns. What did I do this [...]

























