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How Ua Hawai’i Founder Honors the Land Through Beauty

How Ua Hawai’i Founder Honors the Land Through Beauty

Yvon Lux

In Hawai‘i, rain is more than weather. It is renewal, nourishment, and life itself. This quiet power inspired Ua Hawai‘i, the island-born bodycare and fragrance brand rooted in heritage, sustainability, and intention. Founded by Leala Humbert, Ua Hawai‘i continues a deeply personal legacy that began years ago with her mother’s handcrafted skincare, made lovingly at home.

Today, she carries that tradition forward through small-batch products that honor the land, respect culture, and celebrate simplicity. From native ingredients to conscious production practices, Ua Hawai‘i reflects a philosophy that beauty should feel thoughtful, grounded, and connected to place.

Spa Owner Deisy Suarez-Giles Shares Her Journey From Dream To Destiny

Spa Owner Deisy Suarez-Giles Shares Her Journey From Dream To Destiny

Yvon Lux

Inspired by her neighbor in the Dominican Republic at a young age, Deisy Suarez learned beauty rituals and later used them to take care of her skin during the roughest New York City winters. She often dreamed of owning her own spa while window shopping in the city and envisioned herself as the next Elizabeth Arden, with a chain of spas similar to the Red Door. Deisy’s goal was not only to do what she loved but to make a difference in people's lives, create jobs, and help single moms who struggled to make ends meet in the beauty industry.

Salon Distancing: Tips to Reopen

Salon Distancing: Tips to Reopen

Yvon Lux
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If beauty professionals are to return to their jobs and work in an environment that is safe for staff and clients alike, significant changes will need to take place representing a shift to a “new norm” or 2.0 version of the industry.