Mila is the heart and soul of Moonie by Mila, and a true skincare expert with a professional and holistic approach. She caught my attention because of her special focus on natural skincare and her expertise in facial massage techniques. After we’ve been coquetting each other online for some time, Mila and I, decided to meet in person.
Our connection over our shared passions continued to flourish as we went offline. And our conversations sparked a desire to co-create something magical with our combined knowledge and superpowers, which resulted in our first co-created event Gua sha & Cupping with Natural Skincare Masterclass.
To make you understand how proud I am of this co-production and show you why I admire Moonie by Mila so much, read on and get to know her for yourself through the interview I had with her.
~ For those who have not heard of you yet: who is Mila & what are her superpowers?
“So, my name is Mila, 34 years young, and the proud ‘mom’ of Moonie by Mila. I like to share my personal knowledge and experience with women who are interested in learning about natural ways to let their skin glow. And, in my own humble opinion, I believe that sharing about how to use facial massages for this is my personal superpower. People can give this type of treatment to themselves and the effects go much deeper than just the superficial, top layer of the skin. Face massages actually relax and lift facial muscles, calm the mind, and support us to rest and rewind at the end of our day. Relaxation, and learning how to let go of stress, is something that many of us long for and even need in our current reality. With the Moonie beauty tools, my wish is to not just let women shine from the outside, but at least as much from the inside.“
~ Where, when, and why did you fall in love with Gua Sha and other natural beauty tools?
“When I visited the United States for holidays, years ago, I came across Facial Gua Sha. This is the subtle, gentle variation of Gua Sha, which is the name for the traditional scraping technique that was used by my Indonesian grandparents. I discovered how incredibly relaxing the facial massage with the Gua Sha tools was and saw a gorgeous glow appear on my face. It impressed me hugely, and I was an instant fan.”
~ To what extent has your background as a beautician influenced your choice for natural beauty tools?
“As a beautician, I understand the power of massage. With the Moonie beauty tools, you can massage your face daily, in the familiar setting and comfort of your own home. Or, you can also choose to take them with you wherever you go, and combine a moment of relaxation with a skin-enhancing massage at any time you like. The best thing about it, is that it doesn't have to take much of your time, contrary to what many believe. A few minutes of focused attention is already enough to make your face glow up naturally and calm your mind using the simple techniques.”
~ What benefits can natural beauty tools provide that topical, skincare products, such as creams, oils, and serums, cannot?
“Actually, I would say that a mix of both is the ideal. That’s why I’m so tremendously excited to show the use of both during our masterclass! But when I have to speak about beauty tools only, I can share that using a beauty tool initiates various processes during massages. They relax and lift facial and neck muscles, keep connective tissues supple, stimulate lymphatic drainage, enhance blood circulation, and calm the mind. In my opinion, though, one cannot – or should not – do without the other.”
~ Can you explain why the use of both tools and skincare products is the holy grail?
“Definitely! I strongly believe in the synergy between the use of tools and skincare products. Using beauty tools, such as the Moonie beauty tools, provide a unique way to enhance the absorption of active ingredients from skincare products into the skin. They improve blood circulation, stimulate lymphatic drainage, and help reduce muscle tension, leaving the skin looking radiant and firmer. Using tools in combination with the right skincare products complements and fortifies the effects on both ends.”
~ What is the reason you specifically like to use Comme Ça Skincare products?
“As for Comme Ça Skincare, I choose your products because of the high-quality and natural ingredients that are incorporated in the product. The effectiveness speaks for itself, and I strongly advocate for the importance of natural, skin-friendly ingredients. The use of Comme Ça products in combination with the Moonie beauty tools has enabled my skin to transform, and is giving me a healthier, radiant complexion.”
~ What can you tell us about the background and origin of the Gua Sha tool, facial cups, and other beautiful tools offered by Moonie by Mila?
“The most important to me, is that the facial cupping and Gua Sha tools are of high quality: this is one of the main things I focus on. The tools need to be functional whilst also providing a sense of luxury and comfort. For those reasons, most of the Moonie beauty tools are made of gemstones, such as jade and rose quartz. On top of that, gemstones are also believed to have wholesome characteristics, plus, I’ve been a huge admirer of them ever since I was a child. In my eyes, they give every bathroom a lush and luxurious spa feeling.”
~ If you could choose only one tool for the rest of your life, which one would it be and why?
“Wow, that’s a difficult choice! My answer normally varies from day to day, depending on my needs at that moment. Right now, for example, I would choose the Facial Gua Sha heart tool: it's such a wonderful tool for reducing muscle tension in both the face and neck, firming the contours, and naturally softening fine lines with its serrated edges. You can even massage your scalp with a Gua Sha tool. It feels blissful and also affects the radiance of your face.“
~ Last question: on the 18th of November it is happening … our first masterclass! What do you envision for the guests to take home afterwards?
“I hope that the ladies experience for themselves how they can make their face glow with the use of the right skincare products and handy massage techniques that are completely natural. I hope they find out that it's not complicated or time-consuming at all, and that the result is not only looking beautiful; they will also feel beautiful and relaxed!”
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