1 | Welcome To The Beauty Lab Podcast

Monina Wright

1 | Welcome to the Beauty Lab Podcast


Your go-to place for all things beauty, health, and wellness—perfect for your drive time or any time you need a little beauty boost!

We’re your hosts and favorite beauty enthusiasts, Monina Wright and Velia Ramson. Join us as we clear up myths, explore the latest trends, and dive into the science behind your favorite products. From expert interviews to answering your most burning beauty questions, we’ve got you covered.

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Meet Your Hosts


In our very first episode, we’re excited to introduce ourselves and share a bit about our journey.


I’m Velia Ramson, a licensed cosmetologist and professional makeup artist. Joining me is my dear friend and collaborator of 15+ years, Monina Wright, a licensed esthetician. We’ve been immersed in the beauty industry for over 40 years combined, contributing to editorials, articles, and countless beauty transformations.


When we’re not podcasting, we’re running our own businesses:


I’m the proud owner of Velia Beauty Co., a haircare line and salon in San Jose.

Monina leads Moderne Beauty and Aesthetics in the Bay Area, offering top-notch skincare and makeup services.


We’re not just beauty lovers—we’re moms, wives, and business owners with a deep love for education and empowering others through beauty.


Our Teaching Journey


Education is at the heart of everything we do. Over the years, we’ve shared our expertise with budding makeup artists and cosmetology students, and now, through this podcast, we’re taking our teaching to a whole new level.

No matter where you are, we’re here to help you feel confident and informed.


What to Expect from the Beauty Lab Podcast


Each week, we’ll dive into a mix of topics designed to inform, inspire, and add a little joy to your beauty routine. Here’s a sneak peek:


๐Ÿ’ก Skincare & Haircare Tips: From aging skin to scalp health, we’ll cover what you need to know to keep your skin and hair healthy.
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Myth-Busting: TikTok beauty trends? We’ll let you know what works and what doesn’t.
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DIY Recipes: Easy, effective skincare and haircare tips you can try at home.
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Makeup Over Time: How to evolve your makeup routine to suit your lifestyle and look.
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Expert Interviews: Hear from leaders in health, wellness, and beauty as they share their best tips and insights.
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Product Reviews: Got a product you’re curious about? Send it our way! We’re happy to test and share our thoughts.


Join the Beauty Lab Community


If these topics sound like your cup of tea, be sure to tune in weekly and join the fun!


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Share the Beauty Lab Podcast with your friends—because beauty is always better when shared!


We’re Monina Wright and Velia Ramson, and we’re thrilled to have you with us on this journey.  Until next time, keep exploring, learning, and trying new things with your beauty routine.


We can’t wait to see where this journey takes us. Welcome to the Beauty Lab Podcast! ๐ŸŽงโœจ


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Exosomes, PDNR, and NAD+—explained simply. Learn how pros use these skincare powerhouses for repair, glow, and faster recovery.
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Monina Wright of Moderne Beauty and Velia Ramson of Velia Beauty Co in robes to get cryo treatment
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Monina Wright and Velia Ramson laughing during a podcast recording about beauty product reviews.
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momma with newborn baby
By MONINA WRIGHT August 9, 2025
Expert prenatal & postnatal fitness, nutrition, and mental health tips from Dr. Coty Richardson to support moms through every stage on the Beauty Lab Podcast.
Monina Wright of Moderne Beauty and Velia Ramson of Velia Beauty Co talking about beauty questions
By MONINA WRIGHT August 3, 2025
5 Beauty Questions You’ve Been Dying to Ask—Answered!
Monina Wright of Moderne Beauty and Velia Ramson of Velia Beauty Co laughing
By MONINA WRIGHT July 27, 2025
Learn how to do skin cycling the right way. This 4-night skincare routine helps you glow, hydrate, and avoid irritation—perfect for beginners!
Monina from Moderne Beauty and Velia of Velia Beauty Co while filming this episode for the podcast
By MONINA WRIGHT July 13, 2025
We tested 6 shampoos + conditioners across two hair types—fine and coarse—to find out which drugstore and pro-level products are worth the hype. Full results from the Beauty Lab experiment inside.
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