What's Your Skincare Routine with LeAura Luciano

LeAura Luciano

Welcome to What’s Your Skincare Routine with LeAura Luciano. In this podcast, LeAura Luciano, your host, shares insights from her journey, along with conversations with experts, influencers, and your favorite brand founders. Revealing their skincare secrets, share travel experiences, and wellness insights, and delve into their creative passions. You’ll also get practical advice, product recommendations, and inspiration to help you craft your own skincare routine, plan your next trip, boost your well-being, and unleash your creative spirit.

  1. Jul 29

    KUSSHI Founder Jessica Parker on Turning a Travel Frustration Into a Beauty Brand

    KUSSHI Founder Jessica Parker on Turning a Travel Frustration Into a Beauty Brand Show Notes: In today's episode, host Leora Luciano sits down with Jessica Parker, founder and CEO of KUSSHI — the machine-washable, travel-ready beauty bag brand that was named one of Oprah's Favorite Things. Jessica shares how a move to Germany, a lot of travel, and one very frustrating Ziploc bag led her to design her own makeup organizer. What started as a personal solution for herself and her New York girlfriends became a full-fledged brand with manufacturing operations in Turkey and China, a growing product line, and retail placement in over 500 boutique stores, Nordstrom, Revolve, and Dillard's. In this episode: Jessica's background in hospitality and what led her to move abroad How she found her first manufacturers and moved to China to oversee production The origin of the KUSSHI makeup bags, brush organizers, and neoprene train cases The hair tools bag story — designed for Dyson owners and named one of Oprah’s Favorite Things Why machine washability is a core brand principle Jessica's own minimal skincare and makeup routine What's always in her KUSSHI bag Advice for early entrepreneurs: proof of concept first, spend as little as possible Upcoming launches: a flat beauty organizer (October) and a carry-on tote (Q1 next year) Travel hacks: capsule wardrobes, overpacking, and the shower cap shoe trick Shop KUSSHI: Website: KUSSHI.com Amazon, Revolve, Nordstrom, Dillard's & 500+ boutique retailers

  2. Apr 23

    Rethink Your Shower Routine With Floofah Founder Phoebe Yu

    Have you ever thought about what is actually in your shower routine, not just your products, but the tools, materials, and where it all ends up? This episode features Phoebe Yu, founder of Floofah, a plastic-free, fully compostable shower loofah brand that is reimagining one of the most overlooked tools in our daily lives.We explore her journey from Silicon Valley and the recycling industry to launching Floofah after realizing that her own plastic shower poufs were non-recyclable, shedding microplastics, and adding to long-term landfill waste. We also break down what greenwashing actually looks like in real life, from plant-based and recyclable products where facilities exist, to products that are still mostly plastic, and why consumer trust in sustainable branding is so fragile.We also get into what composting actually means in practice, including the difference between industrial and backyard composting, why some compostable plastics like PLA are considered junk food for compost systems, and how to read labels without feeling like you need to throw everything out and start overIf trying to live more sustainably has ever left you feeling overwhelmed, this conversation will help you spot greenwashing, zoom out, and make more mindful choices that fit into real life, not a perfect oneYou will hearThe moment Phoebe realized her plastic loofah was part of the microplastics problemWhat most people misunderstand about recyclable and compostable labelsWhy oral care and kitchen tools might matter even more than what is on your bathroom shelfHow looking to nature and time-tested materials can upgrade your routine without a full lifestyle overhaulMentionedFloofah: www.floofah.comFloofah on Instagram and TikTok @tryfloofah

  3. Apr 3

    How to Get Signed as a Model or Actor + Avoid Scams | Talent Agent Secrets

    In this episode of What’s Your Skincare Routine? with LeAura Luciano, I’m joined by talent agent Tina Rattigan for a real, unfiltered conversation about the modeling and acting industry, what has changed, what matters now, and how to actually get signed.We cover everything from building confidence and developing your unique look, to navigating castings, contracts, and avoiding common scams in the industry. Tina shares her journey from aspiring model to agency owner, along with the exact advice she gives her talent today.We also talk about skincare from a model’s perspective, why protecting your skin is essential, and how lifestyle habits like hydration, vitamins, and consistency play a major role.If you have ever dreamed of modeling or acting, or simply want a behind the scenes look at the industry, this episode is packed with insight.In this episode, we discuss: • How Tina transitioned from modeling to talent management • The biggest confidence shifts you need to succeed • What inner beauty really means in a visual industry • Simple skincare habits every model should follow • What to do before your first casting or audition • Common mistakes to avoid at castings• How to find legitimate agencies and avoid scams • What questions to ask before signing a contract • How the industry has evolved, including AI and technology • Why there is growing demand for models over 50 Learn more and connect:Website: www.propelmodels.com Instagram and TikTok: @propelmodels

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Welcome to What’s Your Skincare Routine with LeAura Luciano. In this podcast, LeAura Luciano, your host, shares insights from her journey, along with conversations with experts, influencers, and your favorite brand founders. Revealing their skincare secrets, share travel experiences, and wellness insights, and delve into their creative passions. You’ll also get practical advice, product recommendations, and inspiration to help you craft your own skincare routine, plan your next trip, boost your well-being, and unleash your creative spirit.

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