For June, we have been talking all things Eyes in our Virtual Consultations & Facials. And at kenyabonvivant.com Since the skin surrounding the eye area is the thinnest on the entire body, it’s common to begin seeing the signs of collagen breakdown here first. UV Exposure, medications, allergies, fatigue, genetics, dehydration and a few other…
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Whiteness at Work
Today I participated in a virtual Whiteness at Work summer series, mod 1 of 4. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ TL;DR —> I have work to do. I’m crazy inspired & still analyzing what I heard … focusing on Racial Equity over equality. How anti-blackness is used to explain all the things that cause Black People’s suffering & death….
Ya Wanna Come In? Help me :)
My Friends & Fam: I HEAR YOULet’s get on with getting you in for skincare & professional hair removal … I miss your faces! Today, I was able to speak to the California State Board of Barbering & Cosmetology. They are a consumer advocacy board meaning: they do not advocate for me. They work for…
Hear –> Learn –> Action
What an impressive week of action, showing up, art, social media posts, lectures, music, photography … the unnecessary and tragic violence necessarily co-opted by brown and black bodies to make the most of the times we find ourselves in and continue the awakening. I hear you. I am inspired. I am learning. I support you…
Anticipaaaaation
ohhhhhhhh, almost … but, nope. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀barbershops & hair stylists in select CA counties will have the opportunity to open.⠀LA County is not included. and thusly, your Santa Monica esthetician at be well {groomed!} does not have a specific date to open. stay tuned! GovGav, Mayor G and the SaMoBizC will keep us updated. and, you…
Gratitude List
so, like most everyone, i have FELT some anxiety these past several months. i’ve got a few tricks up my sleeve to help my system cope and move through. breathwork. just moving. talking.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ one of the best –> making lists of things that are going right. what feels good now. what & who i am…
Happy DON’T Fry Day!⠀⠀
Yup, your skincare pros take the Friday of Memorial Day Weekend to remind you: #UseProtection ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Physical blocking SPFs are your BFFs for fun in the sun. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀And, specific serums can further protect the skin, help your SPF work better and make ya look dayum foine! Life is kooky enough right now. So to make…
Sorella’s Big-Deal Minis
I love Sorella Apothecary; it is seriously beautiful! And, it is a botanically based, professional skin care line that balances the best of both science and nature. The team at Sorella combines natural, old-world philosophies and a dose of modern day science to create products that will bring balance back to the skin while also…
Big Ass Hat Season
Got your big ass hat for summer?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Along with physical blocker, hats with wide brims are key to protecting your skin from damaging UV rays when you are out in peak sun hours (usually between 11am & 3pm). While SPFs are your BFFs, eye & face serums address skin concerns and nourish your skin while…
meanwhile, back at home
I’ve put this time at home to excellent use: new trainings & certifications in disinfecting protocols, skin analysis, advanced treatment protocols, layering active treatment techniques, gua sha, specialized ingredients and detailed product research. Due to the nature of my work, I am very knowledgeable and mindful about cross contamination and keeping a clean and disinfected…