Dr. Gabrielle Davis on the Do's and Don'ts of Botox in This Mask-Wearing Era

Dr. Gabrielle Davis on the Do's and Don'ts of Botox in This Mask-Wearing Era

The world, as we know it, stands to see face masks in our future for who knows how long so what better time than the present to indulge in your curiosity about Botox and fillers. With an abundance of information out there of Botox do’s and don’ts, we spoke with an expert in the field, Plastic Surgeon Dr. Gabrielle Davis, to dispel any rumors we’d heard (Ummm, is it okay to start Botox as early as your 20’s as a preventative measure?), why it pays to find a qualified and appropriately trained doctor to treat you and one fail-safe anti-aging skincare product she recommends that might already be found in your cabinet. And to note, now that her Beverly Hills clinic is back up and running from lockdown, they strictly follow COVID safety protocols such as body temp checks, installing plexiglass in places that are necessary, access to plenty of hand sanitizer, face masks, and gloves.

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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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Beverly Hills Concierge Doctor Gives Advice On Fillers & Those Trendy Vitamin Drips

Beverly Hills Concierge Doctor Gives Advice On Fillers & Those Trendy Vitamin Drips

Known as the Beverly Hills Concierge Doctor, Dr. Ehsan Ali has worked with celebs such as Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Liam Hemsworth - to name a few. He's in hot demand these days offering up services ranging from fillers and IV Vitamin Drips to the everyday needs of his patients as a board certified Internal and Geriatric Medicine doctor. One might wonder when he ever sleeps as he's also a Doctor on Demand and is available 24/7 for house calls.  We sat down with Dr. Ali to get his advice on getting fillers for a newbie, how he balances his busy schedule, and why everyone should get an IV Vitamin Drip. 

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Samira Far: Founder of Bellacures

Samira Far: Founder of Bellacures

What’s the cure for biting your nails?  Opening your own franchise of nail salons, naturally!  At least that’s what Samira Far did.  In 2006, she launched her first high-end nail salon called Bellacures in Beverly Hills.  Business degree in hand, Samira embarked on her first job out of college, which involved lots of number crunching.  Within ten months on the job, she realized this simply was not for her! She embarked on an entrepreneurial journey which landed her in the nail business and now currently runs seven salons spread across the Los Angeles are. She’s also in talks of opening a salon in Dallas soon.  We caught up with her to discuss her life as a young business owner, Bellacures’ business philosophy and her signature red nail polish color.

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