When it comes to skincare, my number one go-to will always be Leah Chavie. Her facials are transformative—whether it’s dermaplaning, HydraFacial with microneedling, or stem cell infusions, nothing leaves my skin glowing quite like her treatments.
But between facials, I dedicate myself to a thoughtful at-home routine. These rituals are about more than products—they’re about intention. Skincare is how I reset after long days of planning weddings, leading my family’s restaurant, or riding in the arena. It’s self-care, but also self-love.
How I care for my skin, step by step:
Step 1: Cleanse & Prep
Cleansing is the foundation of radiant skin.
- Rice Water Bright Cleanser — my everyday favorite for gently lifting away impurities without stripping the skin.
- Drunk Elephant Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser — a pH-balanced cleanser that tackles makeup and pollution.
- SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser — for days I want an extra boost to refine texture.
- The Original Makeup Eraser — perfect when I want makeup gone, quickly and effectively.
Step 2: Tone & Treat
After cleansing, I focus on serums and targeted treatments.
- C-Stem Serum by Leah Chavie — a brightening powerhouse with lilac stem cells, vitamin C, and marine extracts.
- Vita-C 20 by Leah Chavie — with 20% L-ascorbic acid, it helps fade sun damage and even skin tone.
- Medicube Miacimide Serum — calms and brightens.
- Medicube Exosomes Serum — builds resilience and gives that radiant “lit-from-within” glow.
Step 3: Weekly Exfoliation & At-Home Treatments
Between professional facials, I keep my skin renewed with these at-home favorites:
- Goop Exfoliating Instant Facial — AHAs + BHAs for a quick reset.
- Coco & Eve Bali Buffing Sugar — a tropical scrub that leaves skin silky smooth.
- Derma-plane tool — used sparingly for fresh, smooth skin.
- Beaut Microneedling Device — with LED and vibration, I use this 3–4x per week to improve absorption.
- Goop Glycolic Acid Overnight Peel Pads — a more intensive treatment for extra radiance.
Step 4: Technology with Intention
- Medicube Age-R Wand — my current obsession. With LED, microcurrent, and thermal settings, it feels like an at-home spa treatment. Just a few minutes in the morning gives my skin an immediate boost of tone and glow.
Step 5: Moisturize & Lock It In
- A hydrating moisturizer tailored to the season (lighter in summer, richer in winter).
- Jason Vitamin E 5,000 IU Oil — post-shower, this blend of almond, apricot, avocado, sunflower, and wheat germ oils keeps my skin nourished and soft.
Step 6: Sun Protection (Always)
- SPF — the most important non-negotiable in my routine. Protecting skin daily is the ultimate anti-aging step.
Step 7: Nighttime Comforts
- Sheet masks & overnight masks when I need hydration on the go.
- Soma Cool Nights Pajamas — they may not be skincare, but they keep me comfortable through PCOS-related night sweats. And comfort, to me, is part of beauty.
Why These Rituals Matter
For me, skincare is not vanity—it’s presence. It’s a grounding practice that lets me start and end each day feeling cared for, radiant, and ready for whatever comes next—whether that’s a horse show, a wedding weekend in Tuscany, or a night at Gene & Georgetti.
✨ Today, amici miei… my advice is simple: create rituals that make you feel seen, safe, and celebrated—every single day.
