Q & A Beauty & Wellness Series: Vanessa Hanna, Girlboss & Model

Here at Robi Luxury Skin Care, we're all about celebrating inner/outer beauty & wellness. For 2017, I want to get a little more personal on the blog and share some conversations with people I admire... fearless people who aren't afraid to chase their dreams. 

To kick this little series off, I want to introduce you all to Vanessa Hanna. After many years of wanting to try her hand at modeling, this mom of one finally took the plunge and started doing photoshoots in her late 30s! It's quite fitting that her motto is "Age ain't nothin' but a number!" We agree!

photo: BHH Studio

Vanessa Hanna
Owner & Master Hairstylist, Meche Salon & Spa
Model, Essence Model Management

As a hairstylist, you're on your feet chatting with people all day long. How do you unwind and destress at the end of the day?
Honestly, at the end of the work day, I love to destress by heading to the gym for a good workout. When I started going to the gym, I'd do mostly cardio, but now I lift weights too and feel so much stronger. Then I head home and take a nice, long bath to unwind before bed.

When you're not working, you're often modeling in photoshoots. With a busy schedule like this, you must have some good tips on how to beautify quickly or on the go.
My top beauty tips are to moisturize and stay hydrated... nothing compares to healthy skin! {My new favourite face hydrator is Glow by Robi... instant dewy look with a hint of tint}. 

When you do have time to pamper yourself, what do you go for?
Massage and facials are my favourite pampering treats. It's so relaxing... you can't help but feel refreshed and re-energized after that. And it's not only a good habit for keeping your skin in top shape, it's also good for your mind. 

Do you have a beauty secret you swear by? Wanna share?
I never tan my face (avoiding wrinkles as much as possible!), weekly scrubs (again, Robi Face Scrub is my go-to) and moisturize. A well moisturized base is the key to great looking skin. Makeup and self tanner applies better to hydrated skin.

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"take care of yourself...
mind, body, spirit."

photo: Paul Girvan

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What are you favourite beauty/skincare products?
Other than Robi, I'm a fan of the new mesh paper type face masks for ultra hydration, RVB Lab Camo Foundation. And I can't live without highlighting sticks!

How do you find balance in your life?
What is balance? Haha... I never stop, but I love it. I think being busy is what keeps me level.

What's the best beauty or overall wellness advice you ever received?
Hydrate, exercise and rest....always use SPF and take care of yourself...mind, body, spirit. ​

Take care of yourself... mind, body, spirit. We agree! Thank you to Vanessa for the little chat!