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The Mandarin Oriental: A Balance of Yin and Yang
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Where ancient Chinese techniques are used to heal tired muscles.
An iconic landmark in the heart of London, the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park holds a prime position in stylish Knightsbridge, an apt setting for the decadent, 120 year old building that boasts stone turrets and top hat clad butlers in red tails. Hidden deep inside its walls you’ll find the spa, a luxurious retreat known for its exceptional service and extensive range of treatments, offering a serene...
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Women Who Launch: Chanella Buck of ON Beaute
The brainchild of fashion and beauty veteran Chanella Buck, who has the likes of LVMH and Estee Lauder on her resumé, ON Beaute provides independent beauty reviews from the world’s top beauty editors, makeup artists, and dermatologists, and is free of sponsored content or ads. “Customers gravitate towards ON Beaute for its unparalleled commitment to authenticity and its unique approach to beauty reviews,” says Chanella. “Unlike other platforms, ON Beaute prioritises genuine, unfiltered feedback, ensuring every review is both reliable and fair, making it a trusted source for beauty enthusiasts seeking honest guidance.” Chanella and her team saw an opportunity in the fact that 94% of consumers spend at least an hour researching online before making a beauty purchase. ON Beaute uses a mix of AI analysis and scores sent in by their team of experts to rate cult brands such as Charlotte Tilbury, La Mer, and Medik8. Aside from being a full-time founder, Chanella is passionate about keeping her professional and personal lives balanced. “As a mother to two daughters, my focus is to ensure I am nurturing a healthy self-image,” she says. “This includes encouraging my children, particularly my eldest, aged six, to embrace their natural beauty and understand that flaws are an intrinsic part of who we are. Makeup and skincare, in our discussions, are framed as tools to enhance one's beauty, not mask it. By doing so, I hope to instill a sense of confidence and self-acceptance, teaching them beauty is not just about appearance, but feeling comfortable in one's own skin.” In this edition of Women Who Launch, The Sybarite speaks with Chanella on what a typical day in her life looks like and her most recent beauty discovery.
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Women Who Launch: Aila Morin
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