Name:
Vanessa Hernandez
How your clients refer to you:
usually through word-of-mouth referral. Friends of friends.
Company:
Vanessa Hernandez Skin Care
Contact info:
Ph. 310.849.4452, email: scheduling@vhskincare.com
How many years have you been in business in LA?
8 years
How did you get your start and what was your initial inspiration?
A woman with beautiful skin hired me while sitting next to her at a dinner party. She then became my boss, my second mom, and my roommate, and most importantly my mentor, teaching me all about skincare and how to run a business. Together we built a bi-coastal skin care practice, traveling to New York City every week for 3 years. She truly inspired me by showing me that anything is possible if you work hard and have discipline. She also cleared up my skin, at the time I had adult acne.
What do you feel differentiates you from others in your field?
We provide result driven treatments that work! Every facial is customized to each clients individual needs. We also create an individualized program for the face and body.
What do you feel gives you longevity in this big city with so many options?
Quality. We give high-quality facials, the latest and most innovative technology.
How do you positively impact your clientele?
We make people look and feel great!
What is your favorite part of your job?
My clients, I love hearing about their lives, their experiences, I feel like I get to learn something new every day thanks to them.
What is your favorite secret LA spot?
The silver strand, it’s a beach on the border Venice and Marina Del rey. It’s always quiet and serene.
How do you benefit mamas?
We can work on mamas throughout their full term. Helping them to exfoliate, helping him with any acne or pigmentation issues, or just helping to keep them hydrated. Although they do have a natural glow, a facial will always make a mommy feel good! It is very important to give mommy’s TLC during pregnancy.
What is the most memorable feedback a client has given you?
How happy they were when they realize they were able to wake up in the morning with a fresh face, not worried about any impurities being able to wake up and go and love your skin!
Pay it forward and name your top colleagues in the same field or related field:
Dangene Enterprise, Oni Chaves, Joanna Vargas.
What is the best advice anyone's ever given you? Or what is your "mantra" / words to live by?
Gratitude. Gratitude will allow you to love your experiences. Through gratitude comes growth.
As moms, the day can escape us, what is your best time-saving trick?
Lol I am usually running a bit behind myself, so I guess my best advice would be to just go, go, go.