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women sitting in the sun with a white button down shirt and sunscreen peeking out of her bag
By MONINA WRIGHT July 26, 2026
A licensed esthetician covers the biggest summer skincare mistakes, the SPF layering myth, post-sun care, and simple swaps to protect your skin all season.
Monina Wright on The  Beauty Lab Podcast talking about Dermaplaning and laying active seriums
By MONINA WRIGHT July 19, 2026
A licensed esthetician explains which skincare actives to never layer together and the real difference between at-home and professional dermaplaning.
Monina Wright and Velia Ramson hosts of The Beauty Lab Podcast talking about favorite makeup dupes
By MONINA WRIGHT July 12, 2026
A licensed esthetician breaks down the best beauty product dupes of 2025, including honest notes on skin type, primers, setting sprays, and that $30 perfume dupe.
Monina of Moderne Beauty holding wax for brazilian waxing talking about Brazilian waxing 101
By MONINA WRIGHT July 4, 2026
A licensed esthetician explains Brazilian waxing from start to finish — prep, pain, the process, aftercare, and how to prevent ingrown hairs.
Two women pose with assorted skincare products on a table against a blue background.
By MONINA WRIGHT June 19, 2026
A licensed esthetician audits a real skincare routine and explains which products to keep, what to change, and how to layer serums correctly for your skin type.
Monina and Velia laughing as they go over their nighttime skin and hair routine
By MONINA WRIGHT June 7, 2026
A licensed esthetician shares her full nighttime skincare routine -- double cleanse, exosomes, retinaldehyde, and how to rotate hydrating and exfoliating nights correctly.
Two women. ne putting makeup on the other.
By MONINA WRIGHT May 31, 2026
A licensed esthetician watches a real everyday makeup routine and explains the why behind every step -- from primer to setting powder and the blush layering trick.
Woman with glowy skin by taking care of her skincare routine by Monina of Moderne Beauty
By MONINA WRIGHT May 10, 2026
Spending money on skincare but still not glowing? A licensed esthetician breaks down the 5 real reasons skin looks dull — and what to do about each one.
Shauna Nasri of Nasri Aesthetics Brow Artist and permanent makeup expert
By MONINA WRIGHT April 26, 2026
Before you book permanent brows, your skin type matters more than the look you want. A cosmetic tattoo artist explains what estheticians already know about skin and pigment retention.
Monina handing a tampon to Velia in an esthetician room
By MONINA WRIGHT April 19, 2026
A licensed esthetician answers your top skincare and waxing questions — from choosing the right toner to Brazilian waxing on your period to retinol vs. exfoliating masks.
three women with vampire facials
By MONINA WRIGHT April 12, 2026
Curious about PRP therapy or vampire facials? A naturopathic physician breaks down how platelet rich plasma works for skin rejuvenation, hair restoration, and joint healing.
Monina is describing to Velia the makeup trends in 2026
By MONINA WRIGHT March 29, 2026
The 2026 blurred beauty trend is actually perfect for mature skin. Here's how to translate it for real life — no TikTok required.
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