I'm the founder of Ställe Studios, a treatment-focused facial studio in Soho, New York that combines deep knowledge of medical and spa treatments in a boutique setting. I started my career in fashion before joining L’Oréal to work for corrective cosmetics brand, Dermablend. While there, I worked with top dermatologists, estheticians and plastic surgeons throughout the country on best practices to treat various skin conditions such as acne, rosacea, and melasma. I joined the Dr. Barbara Sturm team to build the sales and training programs while also being closely involved in the launch of the eponymous product line at Sephora.
Inspired by my own lifelong battle with acne, I trained as an esthetician at New York’s Christine Valmy International School where I graduated with honors. I combined this training with my experience and joined the founding roster of Dr. Barbara Sturm’s first spa where I was highly sought after for my glow enhancing treatments. I has also consulted as a medical esthetician for a variety of dermatologists and for Ject NYC developing one of their first facial programs.
In 2021 I was selected to join the Violet Grey curation committee, a community of top make up artists, hair stylists, estheticians, dermatologist and thought leaders whose expertise is sought to identify the finest beauty products in the world
Q: FAVORITE @ANFISASKIN PRODUCT?
A: ÂN-BALM! The glow it gives is unmatched. I love thick layers and feeling like a slime when I do my skincare routine but being acne prone I typically have to avoid the rich products. This is one of the only exceptions.
Q: TOP 3 RIDE OR DIE SKINCARE PRODUCTS?
A: ANFISA Skin ÂN-BALM, BIOEFFECT 30 Day Treatment, and RETROUVÉ Intensive Replenishing Facial Moisturizer.
Q: FAVORITE WELLNESS RITUAL OR DAILY HABIT?
A: Biweekly reformer pilates with Chelsea at Boa Pilates and monthly deep tissue massages with Ilaria. Ilaria doesn’t advertise but you can message me for her number!
Q: HOW DO YOU INCORPORATE @ANFISASKIN PRODUCTS INTO YOUR ROUTINE?
A: I love applying ÂN-DEW immediately after cleaning at night. It’s helped my skin texture tremendously. Even my dark spots lightened up after only a few uses. Topping it with ÂN-BALM gives me next-level glowy skin in the morning.
Q: ANY UNCONVENTIONAL BEAUTY SECRETS YOU SWEAR BY?
A: I am all about the morning routine. I know everyone talks about how life changing it is because it sets the day up to be successful, way less stressful, and much more beautiful. I resisted for awhile but now I will never go back. I wake up via Mel Robbins’ 5 second theory and sit immediately under my day-light lamp while meditating to my 528 Hz playlist. The best way to start the day, especially for grouchy morning people like myself.
Q: HOW DO YOU STAY UP-TO-DATE ON NEW PRODUCTS AND BRANDS?
A: ALLLLL the ways. Clients, TikTok, Instagram, esthetician friends, brands reaching out, reading medical journals and books.
Q: DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE BEAUTY TREATMENT?
A: Laser Genesis. It’s my biggest beauty secret— I’ve been doing it monthly for years. It makes the skin so plump and smooth, with zero downtime. It takes down redness like nothing else. Everyone should be incorporating it.
Q: WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT WORKING IN THE BEAUTY AND WELLNESS SPACE?
A: The people!
Q: WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO START YOUR BUSINESS?
A: Bringing the combo of medspa results with the calming relaxation of a spa. I would find I would look and feel bad after getting spa facials or feel like a lack of personal touch after leaving the derm or medspa. I wanted to bring a personal, approachable touch.
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** THE VIEWS EXPRESSED IN THIS INTERVIEW ARE THOSE OF THE INTERVIEWEE AND NOT ANFISA SKIN. THESE STATEMENTS HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED OR REGULATED BY THE FDA. WE ARE NOT MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS, THEREFORE ALWAYS CONSULT WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN FIRST AND ENSURE YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR RESEARCHING FURTHER IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ANYTHING MENTIONED ABOVE**