Luca Magazine - Volume 12 - Missio by Luca Magazine

MISSIO

With a Mission

Jennifer O’Bannon editor-in-chief Cece Guthrie managing editor Brittany Chetochine marketing manager Jennifer O’Bannon creative director Rumur Stamps production director Corinna Cooke beauty director Jennifer O’Bannon fashion director Daniel Larsen feature writer Asher Reed designer

CONTRIBUTORS Eric Cassée

Eduarda Vieira

Yvette Velasquez

Matt Garrison

Lope Navaro

Angela Marklew

Elise Wilson

Ford/RBA

Taylor Guthrie

Dee Daley

Arbana Dollani

Sarah Marcotte-Stephens

Charles Veiyga

Opus Beauty

Rebecca McMahon

Remy Tortosa

Jacques Janine

Marley Gonzales

Gretchen Stankey

Erin B. Guth

Jardim America

JK Artists

The Industry LA

Darbie Wieczorek

Tom Vitti

Abbey Maher

Rus Anson

Anne Demay

Guaraná Models

Meraki

Jessica Fierro

18/17 Creatives

Isa Figueira

Docle Le

Jenny Watwood

Dr. Karen Prentice

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CONTRIBUTORS Eric Cassée

Eduarda Vieira

Yvette Velasquez

Matt Garrison

Lope Navaro

Angela Marklew

Elise Wilson

Ford/RBA

Taylor Guthrie

Dee Daley

Arbana Dollani

Sarah Marcotte-Stephens

Charles Veiyga

Opus Beauty

Rebecca McMahon

Remy Tortosa

Jacques Janine

Marley Gonzales

Gretchen Stankey

Erin B. Guth

Jardim America

JK Artists

The Industry LA

Darbie Wieczorek

Tom Vitti

Abbey Maher

Rus Anson

Anne Demay

Guaraná Models

Meraki

Jessica Fierro

18/17 Creatives

Isa Figueira

Docle Le

Jenny Watwood

Dr. Karen Prentice

www.lucamagazine.com

info@lucamagazine.com

@lucaissues

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6. Jade Pettyjohn words by Daniel Larsen

12. Missio words by Daniel Larsen

20. Novel Idea

words by Brittany Chetochine

22. Food

words by Jennifer Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Bannon

26. Healthy Bones

words by Dr. Karen Prentice

28. What Is Dermaplaning? words by Sarah Marcotte-Stephens

30. Clean Sweep words by Corinna Cooke

32. Angela Beauty

photography Angela Marklew

40. Beauty Indulgence photography Lope Navaro

48. Bucket List Accessories

50. Boyish Eco Fashion

52. Elodie K photography Mike Azria

60. Color Muzing photography Rus Anson

72. Neon Punk photography Yvette Velasquez

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6. Jade Pettyjohn words by Daniel Larsen

12. Missio words by Daniel Larsen

20. Novel Idea

words by Brittany Chetochine

22. Food

words by Jennifer Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Bannon

26. Healthy Bones

words by Dr. Karen Prentice

28. What Is Dermaplaning? words by Sarah Marcotte-Stephens

30. Clean Sweep words by Corinna Cooke

32. Angela Beauty

photography Angela Marklew

40. Beauty Indulgence photography Lope Navaro

48. Bucket List Accessories

50. Boyish Eco Fashion

52. Elodie K photography Mike Azria

60. Color Muzing photography Rus Anson

72. Neon Punk photography Yvette Velasquez

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Jade Pettyjohn

To what do you attribute your success? “As I mentioned earlier, I am very grateful to have a team that supports my creative interests. It is always teamwork, and not just my personal team. Each project is a group of people making something together. I have been fortunate, I have always had great teammates.” How does a young star such as yourself so gracefully navigate the craziness of Hollywood? “I am ultimately a storyteller; I work on the craft of telling stories. I don’t put a lot of focus on the rest of it - it’s just noise. The goal is good storytelling. I think if you are putting your attention on the work itself and the creative aspects of what you are doing, then the craziness of the rest never seems important. I just do what I love and live my own life. I have no interest in the ‘glamour’ or drama that people think about when they say the word ‘Hollywood’.”

words | Daniel Larsen “Give a girl a leather jacket and some red lipstick and she will take over the world.” Down-to-Earth people can sometimes seem hard to come by, but if there’s one thing Luca Magazine does well, it’s finding them. Jade Pettyjohn, whom you may know from a slew of TV shows and movies including Destroyer, School of Rock, Kansas City, and so many more, is one such person. In a time when stars are sometimes walking on eggshells to remain politically correct, Jade does so with ease while answering our questions with distinct authenticity. The star sat down to talk to us about everything from fashion to her latest projects, to her favorite Netflix binges.

What is something you’re passionate about? “I am passionate about living an artful life. I am interested in seeing and experiencing the world as vividly as possible. This can be as simple as starting a conversation with someone while I wait for my coffee instead of looking at my phone. This is jumping out of planes or cooking dinner with friends. This is getting involved, like picking up trash off the side of the road, or going and feeding the homeless.”

What inspires you? “People. People are amazing. Their stories, their ideas, the way each person can create big impacts on the world in such small ways. I am very inspired by people and what they are doing and how they live.”

Who is your style icon? “My style icons change. Recently my icon has been Brigitte Bardot - I love her look. There is something effortlessly stylish-yetcasual about it.”

Can you tell us about your skydiving experience? “I think the only way to describe it is that I never felt more alive. Leading up to the experience, I thought I would be terrified and that it would take a village to get me to actually jump from the plane. But as soon as we arrived, all of that disappeared for me. I was too excited to be afraid! Surprisingly, I had no fear. It was a beautiful freeing,

Can you tell us about how you got to where you are today? “I have a vast interest in the art of acting. I study it, practice it, and work at it. I have been lucky that I have the team that I have helping me so that I can just focus on the work that I am doing as I do it. I suppose just focusing on what I want and doing it.”

Jade Pettyjohn

Who is your style icon? “My style icons change. Recently my icon has been Brigitte Bardot - I love her look. There is something effortlessly stylish-yetcasual about it.”

amazing, heart-thumping experience. There is nothing like the moment when you jump. There is so much space. I felt as if I was as big as that space.”

that she doesn’t show. She wants her mom to love her, yet makes it near impossible for her mom to have a relationship with her. Broken, but hopeful. I would like people to walk away knowing that whatever broken pieces may exist, there is always hope. Always.”

What do you do for fun? “I’ve recently discovered the magic of making playlists. Music is a very powerful thing for me. I have been creating playlists for moments: Playlists for dinner with specific friends. Playlists for moods, playlists for characters that I am working on, playlists for wild car rides, and for lazy afternoons. There’s a perfect song for every moment. And being the complete music dork I am, I am always searching for that perfect song.”

What’s one of your guilty pleasures? “The Office. I take pride in my love of the show, but not to the degree of the number of times I have seen it or the hours upon hours I have spent watching it.” How do you define success? “Success is being able to make a decision and being able to make it happen despite any forces against you; That is in any area of life - love, work, and living. But there is also this other personal element for me. When I go to bed at night I ask myself this: ‘Have I done something that helps others as well?’ Success is not just what you have accomplished yourself. You are a part of this world. True success aids others too.”

What is a day in the life of Jade Pettyjohn? “One of the things that I love most about my life is that each day is wildly different from the next. When I am working on projects, my days are spent filming for 12 to 16 hours a day and my off time is spent sleeping. When I am in between projects, I dedicate my time to growth and expansion as an actress. A few things that I do everyday is working out, spending time with my family, and making some kind of weird art.”

Which of your many roles do you consider your breakout role? “I see all my roles as the gems that they are. Stories told and experiences made. Each one is so wildly different from the next that each one is it’s own moment creatively and professionally.”

Have you ever been starstruck? “I have had vast amounts of admiration for individuals that have changed the world or who are changing the world with their art, their voice, their originality. But I see these people as people and not ideas of people.”

Of all the projects you’ve worked on, which are you most proud of and why? “It is hard to compare projects because each one has a different purpose. I don’t think as an actress I can say I am most proud of any particular piece. I enjoy each one as I am doing it and then move on to create the next thing. Always forward.”

What does it mean to you to have been a part of Destroyer? “Destroyer was a project that still gives me butterflies when I think about it. I learned so much about my craft and got to work with brilliant female artists that I have looked up to my entire career.”

What can we expect to see from you in the near future? “Deadwood, the film, is premiering May 31st on HBO. I can’t wait for you to meet the provocative Miss Caroline Woolgarden. I have two other films coming soon: Trial by Fire and Against All Enemies. I also have a new series that I start production on in a month. More about that later.”

What’s something you wish the audience would take away from Destroyer, and more specifically, your character Shelby? “The characters in Destroyer represent imperfection. They represent bad decisions and the urge to make better ones. Shelby is a series of contradictions, which I think every human being is. She loves her mom, but holds years of built up rage and heartbreak

amazing, heart-thumping experience. There is nothing like the moment when you jump. There is so much space. I felt as if I was as big as that space.”

What’s the best advice you’ve ever gotten? “To carve out a life where you are interested in the world rather than trying to be interesting.” What’s the last show you binged? “I’m not going to say The Office.” Do you have any pets? “I have the most adorable lazy American Bulldog that you ever did see. His name is Porkchops.” What role does social media play in your life? “It doesn’t. Social media is a beautiful communication tool, but the quality of my life is not measured by a screen or a number.” Amid the noise of Hollywood, Jade remains focused on refining her craft and her growing portfolio reflects it. In both a time and industry that seem to be defined by a sinister combination of screens and numbers, Jade Pettyjohn remains unbothered. The star is too busy filming masterpieces and walking red carpets with A-listers to be concerned with the number of double taps her latest selfie is accruing. It’s apparent her down-to-Earth disposition is anything but feigned. Jade’s incredible personality, combined with her wit and excellent work ethic, delivers us a point of view that’s unique, refreshing, and can only be summed up in two words: Jade Pettyjohn.

photographer Eric CassĂŠe

words | Taylor Guthrie I remember the feeling of excitement and uncertainty before my first MISSIO concert. I was already a fan after hearing their hit songs “Middle Fingers” and “Bottom of the Deep Blue Sea”, and quite frankly, I was intrigued and amused by anyone that could rhyme ‘middle fingers in the air’ with ‘Perrier’. I had prepared for the concert by listening to the album Loner on what seemed like an endless loop. But no matter how prepared I thought I was, their concert opener “Temple Priest” was absolutely jarring, unexpected - kind of like getting shocked by an electrified fence but in a good way. It was a rollercoaster ride of music, sharing, inspiration, and emotion, and I left the live performance with my forever-fan status firmly cemented. Formed in Austin, Texas, MISSIO consists of the incredibly talented Matthew Brue and David Butler. They personally describe their music as, “Alternative/Electronic with cinematic/hip-hop undertones.” Brue explained that the band name comes from the Latin word meaning “mission” - a significant word he had tattooed on his arm after his own struggle with addiction. As evident in the brilliant new album The Darker the Weather // The Better The Man, their lyrics tackle the issues that many song writers tend to shy away from when writing. The duo inspires as they normalize struggles with addiction, share feelings of isolation in today’s society, and reject the need to care about what others think of themselves. After meeting both Matthew and David, it is easy to see the music that they create is a mirror of who they are as people: unapologetically unique and genuine. During the writing process, they share that, “...our state of minds change by the day, which is what allows our catalogue to sound a bit different with each song. We try to write whatever comes out based on how we’re feeling.” It is evident that MISSIO cares tremendously that the music they create and perform is of the highest caliber. They also care deeply for their fans. When speaking on the success of their most recent tour, the Brue explains, “I think ultimately it’s the sharing of this message that keeps our fans coming back. Writing and performing music is so much more to us than just making a shitload of money or gaining huge success in our careers. As much as we would love to have all that, there has to be bigger motivations to help influence and make a difference in people’s lives.” I was thrilled to sit down recently with Mathew and David to find out a little more about the band’s origins, their most recent tour, the new album, and some of their influences/inspirations: How did the two of you become friends and end up where you are today? David and I ended up meeting through a mutual friend five or six years ago. We both were in different bands at the time and I had hired him to coproduce/engineer that record for us. We stayed friends and as I began to start writing the MISSIO project a couple years later, I asked if he would be interested in helping again. As fate would have it, I ended up moving in with him and his wife and that’s really where MISSIO began to break. We were around each other all the time to discuss ideas and write together that it unintentionally morphed into what it has become. We’re both grateful for that period of time in both of our lives.

I love the Missio Mafia. – do you know how it all started? The Missio Mafia started organically, which is the most cool to us. There were a select few members early on that really took initiative to be the gatekeepers for the rest of the fanbase, which at the time were called ‘Loners’. One Christmas, my little brother and I were watching the latest season of Peaky Blinders and thought it would be cool to re-name them the Missio Mafia. So I really have to give co-credit to my little brother Logan for helping out with that. What’s a day in the life of Matthew and David while on tour? It really depends on the schedule that day, which changes by the show, but typically we wake up at about 10:30 am or 11:00 am on the bus and then grab breakfast/lunch somewhere around the venue. Load-in/Soundcheck is about 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm, followed by interviews/meet n’ greet. We try to grab dinner a few hours before we play and then we always try to do yoga before we get dressed and start warming up. Being on the road with the same people for years at a time, I thought I would get tired of everyone pretty quickly, but we really do hang out together most of the time. The times we’re all hanging out and randomly finding cool spots or unique conversations will be the memories I’ll hold on to forever. How was your international tour? (I LOVED the fan reactions from your Instagram posts!) What is one of your favorite tour memories? The only two words to fully represent this would be ‘mind blown’. This was our first tour overseas and we were blown away by the fans who knew every word to every single song. Most of them had been waiting three or more years to get the chance to see us, so we felt an extreme sense of gratitude at each show. By far our favorite memory was being able to experience Amsterdam for the first time together. We had a day off in the city and I remember saying multiple times, “This is the best day of my entire life.” Haha. Still true. How would you describe your style? Picture a nice set of clothes and then picture that outfit intentionally ripped or shredded to look like trendy trash. That’s pretty much what we wear. Haha. Our closets solely contain black, white, or gold. How is your new album different from your last? Our debut album Loner was definitely more of a darker approach musically and lyrically to how we were feeling at the time, but our producer Dwight Baker really pushed us on this new album to allow the more fun & energetic sides of us to poke through. I really like that he pushed us in that direction because I believe genuine-ness lies somewhere in between the good and the bad. What most inspired your new album? We lived a lot of life over the past few years after signing our first record deal. Our lives changed dramatically as we began to tour the world and build our fanbase. We wanted to share what we were feeling emotionally, spiritually, mentally, etc., as we grew not only as musicians, but as individuals as well.

You have said that the song “I See You” came to you quickly - what inspired you? ‘I See You’ was inspired after feeling the weight of so much negativity and hatred via social media and media outlets as a whole. It saddens us to hear story after story of people wanting to kill themselves because of bullying, anxiety, depression, etc. Artists/Influencers today seemingly tend to yell in all caps and force political messages down their fans’ throats, but I personally believe we’re in a new era of people just wanting to be heard and seen rather than told what to do. I wish I could say, “Shut your fucking mouths for once and just listen to people. You’ll learn a lot.” What role does faith play in your music and life? We’ve been asking ourselves this question for the past several years. We both believe that the source of creativity and life comes from something so much greater than we are, but in honesty we’re on a journey to figure that out. We both come from pretty interesting backgrounds and past conditionings that have made us into the men that we are today, but it hasn’t been until recently that we’ve begun to question what it is exactly that we believe in. It may take a lifetime, but the root of why we write songs always comes from a place of spirituality and questioning of our philosophical beliefs. Who are some of your musical inspirations? Missy Elliott, Dr. Dre, The Cure, Tool, James Blake, Son Lux, Death Cab for Cutie, Sufjan Stevens, Gorillaz, RY X, UZ, Kendrick Lamar, etc., etc. We listen to almost everything, but recently have been listening to a lot of different podcasts. How do you hope your music inspires others? I don’t know who in recent history decided that all art should be liked or approved of by everyone, because I’m a firm believer that true art should indeed be polarizing. As artists we are all making statements, whether positive or negative. These statements will, without a doubt, automatically rub some people the wrong way. Just is what it is. Our goal is to make music with the statements/experiences we believe in for the people that resonate with those same sentiments. I hope our stories of real, personal experiences will change and reach the masses, but already, countless people have reached out with messages of how their lives have become better since listening and that is truly what it is all about for us. What’s some of the best advice you have ever received? I’ll give this more recent quote I heard from Steven Colbert because I think it’s brilliant and applicable to all people: “It’s a gift to exist. And to exist means to accept that suffering is a part of existing. Part of suffering is loss and what do you get from loss? You get the awareness of other people’s losses which allows you to connect with that other person. That connection allows you to love that person deeper. To acknowledge another person’s suffering is to acknowledge an intimate relationship with the true love and understanding of what it is to be human.” MISSIO’s music shows people that struggling is okay and makes the difficult conversations a little easier. I was honored to be able to spend some time with these refreshingly honest and talented men. MISSIO’s newest album, The Darker the Weather // The Better the Man, is available now on all streaming platforms. And as for this girl’s best advice: check out a MISSIO live performance as soon as you can...

Novel Idea words | Brittany Chetochine

There are so many life-changing, wonderful self-help books out there, and finding the right book (or books) for you can take a few tries. Since summer is the perfect time to jump in and make some personal changes, we decided to put together a quick, at-a-glance guide of our teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorites to help get you started:

If you want to...

Then start with...

Build confidence Stop worrying Improve relationships

The Power of Positive Thinking by Dr. Norman Vincent Peale

End the cycle of self-sabotage Mental decluttering Quit procrastinating

Get Your Sh*t Together by Sarah Knight

Link your spiritual & creative selves Build yourself a community Find or strengthen your creativity

The Artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Way by Julia Cameron

Understand yourself better Work on manifesting Overcome mental barriers

You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero

Novel Idea words | Brittany Chetochine

If you want to...

Then start with...

Build confidence Stop worrying Improve relationships

The Power of Positive Thinking by Dr. Norman Vincent Peale

End the cycle of self-sabotage Mental decluttering Quit procrastinating

Get Your Sh*t Together by Sarah Knight

Link your spiritual & creative selves Build yourself a community Find or strengthen your creativity

The Artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Way by Julia Cameron

Understand yourself better Work on manifesting Overcome mental barriers

You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero

Chia seeds Chia seeds come from the Salvia Hispanica, a plant in the mint family. They’re edible and a super popular snack - for good reason!They’re high in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, iron, calcium, and antioxidants. Omega-3 fatty acids in particular help raise HDL cholesterol - this is the “good” cholesterol that we need in our diets to prevent issues like stroke and heart attacks. Chia pudding is quick to make, delicious, and great for any time of day! Simply mix the amount of chia seeds you’d like with your favorite milk (cream, almond milk, coconut milk, etc.), add in your favorite toppings (berries, dried coconut flakes), and add sweetener to taste. Chill until it has thickened and you are ready to eat! To take it on the go, try mixing it up in a mason jar.

Celery Juice Celery juice has a whole host of health benefits! Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s high in vitamin K, which helps the bones and heart, and vitamin C, which is good for the immune system. Its anti-inflammatory properties can benefit your entire body including helping to clear up skin issues, relieving bloating and acid reflux, and even decreasing certain joint pains. Try starting the day with about 16oz of celery juice on an empty stomach. Luckily, making celery juice is super easy! After cleaning a batch, you can either chop and put it in a high-speed blender or put the stalks through a juicer whole, then strain and drink immediately.

Healthy Bones and Joints for Life Dr. Karen Prentice D.O. F.A.A.P. After running my second marathon last fall, I experienced some pretty intense hip pain. I visited an orthopedist who diagnosed me with osteoarthritis, caused by a life of hard sports and running. I was given a prescription for physical therapy, told I could run once I had no pain, and was sent out the door. Let’s just say I didn’t take this news “sitting down”. I aggressively researched everything I could on bone and joint health, successfully rehabbed my hip, and now want to share what I found with you! The following are some tips on ways you can keep your bones and joints healthy for life: Maintain a healthy weight. Research shows that people who carry excess weight experience more knee, hip, and back problems. Studies show that for every pound gained, a person puts four times the stress on their knees. Move. Even if your job or school has you sitting all day, make sure you get up and move. Every hour, stand up and do some jumping jacks or just walk around. Ride a bike or walk to class or work. Joints tend to get stiff from sitting too long, and you’ll eventually lose flexibility if you don’t move. Get strong. Keep your muscles strong to support your bones and joints. You don’t need to be a bodybuilder to do this - just thirty minutes, three times per week lifting weights, doing Pilates, yoga, circuit training, or cross-fit will do amazing things for your strength and fitness! Stretch. Maintaining flexibility will help with overall joint health. Exercises such as yoga, Qigong, tai chi, or home stretches are excellent for bone and joint health, as well as mental health. Exercise. Find something you enjoy doing that increases your heart rate and gives you a little “pounding” movement like tennis, soccer, basketball, dancing, jogging, or any other high-impact activity. The pounding will help build bone density, creating stronger bones. There are also lowimpact “pounding” activities such as cycling or swimming. The most important thing is to find something you like to do and do it. Reduce stress. When we stress, we cause tension on joints leading to issues like the TMJ in the jaw joint, or pain in the shoulders and back. Chronic tension on our joints causes inflammation and the mental aspect of being stressed increases toxins, which in turn increases inflammation throughout our entire bodies. Find activities to reduce emotional stress such as yoga, massage, meditation, and mindfulness. Avoid toxins. Avoid caffeinated soda or energy drinks, which leach or draw calcium out of bones causing thinner, more frail bones. Avoid processed foods, trans fats, high fructose corn syrup, and other high-sugar foods. And stay far away from smoking and excessive amounts of alcohol.

What Is

Dermaplaning? words | Sarah Marcotte-Stephens Sarah Marcotte-Stephens is a licensed aesthetician and makeup artist, specializing in full body waxing, dermaplaning, lash and brow tinting, and is known as the Brow Queen. Located at Societ West Salon in Litchfield Park, you can find her on Instagram @ Sarah.societywest or at www.makeupbymarcotte.com

CC: Does it hurt? SMS: No – it doesn’t hurt at all! Your skin might feel a little tingly afterwards, but only for a brief time. CC: How often should you have it done? SMS: Most people have dermaplaning done about every 6 weeks. You need to wait long enough to have cell turnover and to let dead cells build up again.

Going Under The Knife Did you know that the very best form of exfoliation involves a bright light and a blade? Here at Luca we wanted the down low on dermaplaning, so paid a visit to a renowned skin pro, Sarah MarcotteStephens, to get the skinny on gleaming skin.

CC: Can anyone have dermaplaning? SMS: Anyone can have dermaplaning at any age. The one exception is if you are having active breakouts or have cystic acne – you can’t go over either with a blade.

CC: Sarah what is Dermaplaning? SMS: Dermaplaning is a procedure whereby a blade is used to scrape off the top layer of dead skin, at the same time removing the peach fuzz hair we all have. After the procedure you have smooth, glowing, gorgeous skin!

CC: Does having the hair removed from your face make it come back thicker and darker? SMS: Nooo! That’s an old wives tale! It will grow back the same as it was before. CC: When should you have dermaplaning done? SMS: Dermaplaning is an amazing service to have done before any big event, or before having photos taken. Clients love to have it done before weddings, before travel, before any kind of photos. It is a great service to have done at the beginning of each season. It really dooes leave your skin just glowing, at any time of year!

CC: So it’s like an intense exfoliation? SMS: Exactly. It makes you look fresh faced, and leaves your skin radiant. CC: Does dermaplaning have other benefits? SMS: Yes! It also allows skin care products to penetrate deeper, giving you better results. It can be a really important addition to your skin care regimen.

CC: Is dermaplaning expensive? SMS: No it is very affordable. I charge $75 and include eyebrow waxing.

I always dermaplane before doing a chemical peel because it clears away all the dead cells and lets the peel work its very best without having to work its way through debris first. The same happens with your at home skin treatments – masks work so much more effectively with that dead layer removed! CC: Is there much downtime after? Can you do it on your lunch hour and still go back to work? SMS: There is no downtime after dermaplaning! I apply some moisturizer and SPF and you go on with your day. You may be a little red at first but it calms down quickly.

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CC: Is dermaplaning expensive? SMS: No it is very affordable. I charge $75 and include eyebrow waxing.

Clean Sweep Here are our top 6 exfoliating choices from Sephora.

words | Corinna Cooke Halleluliah – spring is finally here! The sun is finally back out, sweaters and boots are packed away until October. It’s time for floral dresses, bare legs and pony tails, lip gloss and pale colored nails. Here at Luca magazine we are loving it! But before you race out on a bike ride to pick fresh flowers let’s talk about skin. Spring’s ultimate accessory is a healthy, glowing complexion. Winter is really hard on your skin. It dries it out, gets it overly sensitive and gives us an extra layer of drama to deal with when spring comes around. Spring skin starts with a great exfoliation. From derma-planing to facials to at home remedies, it’s time to break out the big guns and make a clean sweep. At the Luca office we are partial to enzyme masks for exfoliation. They are super gentle and don’t grind and scratch the baby skin underneath. An exfoliating mask every week or other week as needed not only helps to keep the glow but also helps keep your skin clear and can even prevent some types of breakouts. When choosing an exfoliator avoid anything with crushed apricot kernels or walnut shells – they are too rough on your skin. As we take off the top layer of dead skin cells and debris it is important to replenish the skin too. Follow your exfoliation with a mask treatment. Purifying masks are great for skin suffering from breakouts, hydrating masks for dry skin, brightening masks for most skins.

• Tata Harper Resurfacing Mask (personal favorite!) • ExfoliKate perhaps Kate Somerville’s most famous product, this one has been a best seller for years and it’s not hard to see why. • Tatcha Rice Polish Foaming Enzyme Powder. You can use this every day or as often as you like to gently cleanse, smooth and exfoliate. • GlamGlow Tinglexfoliate Treatment gives you luminous, glowy skin, and who doesn’t enjoy a little tingle? • Summer Fridays Overtime Mask. We fell in love with their Jet Lag mask to rehydrate and rescue skin, now Summer Fridays has a brand new mask designed to exfoliate and give you some serious glow. • Origins Retexturizing with Rose Clay Mask. This one is good for normal, oil and combination skins. It does double duty pulling out impurities and gently exfoliating without irritating the skin.

Clean Sweep Here are our top 6 exfoliating choices from Sephora.

Natural Beauty

photography Angela Marklew makeup Dee Daly (Opus Beauty) hair Marley Gonzales (JK Artists) model Abbey Maher (Meraki) retouching Docle Le

Beauty Indulgence photographer/stylist Navo models Isa Figueira and Eduarda Vieira (Guaranรก Models, Sao Paolo, Brazil) makeup, hair and nails Charles Veiyga (Jacques Janine, Jardim America) assistant photographer Tom Vitti makeup products Makeup Forever

Bucket List.

Don’t buck the good old bucket hat. From the inception, this was a practical topper for fishermen and farmers. This weather worn lid had rain run-off in mind. New found function in the military in the 50’s - 70’s. The 80’s saw Sugar Hill Gang, Run-DMC and LL Cool J embrace the bucket hat with rap. Back with a bang on the runways the classic hat was strutted on the walks of Anna Sui, Philip Lim, Sonia Rykiel and Etro. This beloved accessory is your grab and go out without a doubt.

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LET’S HEAR IT FOR THE BOYISH! Boyish is realized by Jordan Nodasre looking to create a sustainable denim line after holding Denim Director position with Reformations’ label. Experience in denim design, appreciation for a vintage vibe and a passion for eco friendly forward fashion, Boyish joins the women’s market with something for everyone. Based in Los Angeles, BOYISH uses ethical and sustainable practices when developing and manufacturing its product. The jeans are produced with sustainable fabrics through an environmentally-friendly and cruelty-free process. Obviously key to ensure our future where we can continue our love affair with jeans.

So here is the why... Jeans use up to 1,800 gallons of water to make one pair. That is about 500 billion gallons of water just for the jeans sold in the USA every year. Boyish jeans use 1/3 the amount of water of regular denim and we recycle all our water so no water is polluted in our process. Boyish team work with factories that have fair, safe, and healthy working conditions. They seek to partner with suppliers who share a common vision of sustainability accountability and transparency. Ensure that suppliers meet their standards for social responsibility as well as safe, non-toxic, and better materials by auditing the factories frequently with third party. Every bit matters, mindful that the yarn, fabric and manufacturing facility are all within thirty miles of each other to lessen the carbon emissions as well as recycling all of the cutting waste. Boyish showing strong support for Mother Earth, partners with One Tree Planted and with each purchase online gets another tree in the ground and on its way to beauty. Thoughtful, fashionable and affordable….. denim.

Elodie K With a rich heritage of Egyptian, Italian & French in her veins and a deep understanding of the American woman. From her background with BCBG, designing her stunningly unique top dollar jewelry line, Elodie K. Jewelry and creating unique custom and one of a kind pieces for celebrities from the likes of Anne Hathaway, Miranda Kerr and Miley Cyrus she truly is well versed and cultured to the needs of women from all walks of life. She is a rare gem of a transplant that has now settled in Los Angles and has created a haven for the luxury fashion lovers perusing the shiny storefronts of Melrose Place. She planted roots in 2014 with Elodie K. nestled in the quaint and glamorous nook of Melrose next to the destination boutique coffee shop, Alfreds Coffee. Since then she continues to expand and evolve as all true creatives cannot help but to do!

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