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SKIN/COSMETOLOGY 

Dr Anna Chapas 

19 Union Square West, 10003

Dr. Anne Chapas is an internationally acclaimed dermatologic surgeon and the Medical Director of Union Square Laser Dermatology, a state-of-the-art centre for medical and cosmetic skin treatments. She specialises in laser surgery, Mohs micrographic surgery for the treatment of skin cancers, and cosmetic procedures. She is internationally acclaimed for her laser strives to apply the latest scientific research to deliver the best possible care and results for each patient. She is recognised as the one of the America’s 13 “beauty geniuses” in resurfacing and tightening skin, and for body shaping tune-ups below the neck, along with her use of combinations of injectable treatments such as botox and fillers.

Dr Lyubov Avshalumova at 212SKIN

80 Beekman Street, 10038

Nothing is as attractive as youthful, healthy skin. 212SKIN’s medical skin care programme begins with a comprehensive evaluation by board certified dermatologist and provides men and women with physician directed skin care for wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, rosacea, sun damaged skin and acne. Dr. Avshalumova is a Board Certified Dermatologist and Fellow of the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology, specialising in medical, surgical, cosmetic dermatology for both adult and paediatric patients. She graduated at the top of her medical school class and was recognised by Psi Sigma Alpha, a national Honour society of osteopathic medicine. Dr.Avshalumova was awarded the Koprice Educational Award for best resident presentation at the annual American Osteopathic College of Dermatology meeting in 2009, as well as receiving the Intendis Research Paper Award for her work as a chief resident. She speaks fluent Russian.

MAKEUP ARTIST 

Mario Dedivanovic

(Celebrity clientele include: Jennifer Lopez, Katy Perry, Demi Lovato, Kate Bosworth, Shay Mitchell, Christina Aguilera, Eva Longoria, Chrissy Teigan, Kendall and Kylie Jenner, Kim Kardashian).

It goes without saying that Mario Dedivanovic (or @makeupbymario if you follow him on Instagram), is one of the most in-demand makeup artists of the moment, with over a decade of working in the beauty industry. He is responsible for the famous contouring of Kim Kardashian and giving many the cheekbones that dreams are made of. He has set the beauty benchmark for many aspiring makeup artists, not to mention the thousands of people who travel the globe to learn his secrets at his Masterclass. With over three million Instagram followers, Dedivanovic is not only a fixture in the beauty world — he’s personally transforming it.

HAIR COLOURIST

Kyle White Lead Hair Colourist at The Oscar Blandi Salon

545 Madison Avenue, (Entrance on 55th), 10022
(*Celebrity clients include: Ivanka Trump, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Shakira, Sienna Miller, Mariah Carey).

Kyle White the colourist and confidant of A-list stars and fashion magazine editors alike; has set a new standard of excellence in the hair industry. Kyle, or “White Magic,” according to ELLE magazine, has an attention to detail and an eye for the subtleties in natural shade variations that have made him a couture colourist. He treats each head as an individual work of art and determines a client’s hair colour based on her skin tone, eye shade, and personal style, as well as the time of year. Kyle has been singled out in New York magazines “Best of” issue multiple times, as well as being featured in Allures “Best of” directory a record-setting 13 times. He’s been profiled in multiple global publications and appeared on television shows include Oprah, The Today Show, The View and MTV’s Mission Makeover.

PERSONAL TRAINERS

Joe Dowdell | @joedowdellnyc

(*Celebrity clients include: Eva Mendes, Anne Hathaway, Poppy Montgomery, Natasha Bedingfield, Gerard Butler)

Athleticism. Strength. Confidence. Sexiness. Fitness. Vitality. These are the qualities that personal trainer and strength coach Joe Dowdell, one of the most highly sought-after fitness experts in the world, champions. His motivating teaching style and unique expertise have helped transform a clientele that includes stars of television and film, musicians, pro athletes, CEO’s and top fashion models from around the world—an association reflecting his own former career in front on the camera. Joe is the founder and co-owner of Peak Performance; a 10,000-square-foot loft, that was voted the #3 gym in America by Men’s Health Magazine.

Mary Ann Brownings | @browningmethod

(*Celebrity clients include: Vera Wang, Frédéric Fekkai, Stavros Niarchos, Adam Lindemann, Gregg Hymowitz)

Considered the toughest trainer in New York with a credential and long list of Celebrity Fans, her unique “The Browning Method” approach is a training method designed to utilise cardio, strength training, and proper nutrition in order to change your body shape. It’s unique design and individualised approach make it possible to build muscle in places you don’t have muscle, and burn fat in places you hold fat. Hard and lean rather than big and muscular is her motto. “But the key is working out at least six days a week,” Browning says. “Start slow, don’t get injured, and don’t burn out. Mary Ann is a certified trainer in MESC, NASM, AFTA, Pilates, Spinning, Swimming and Running Coach, Sports and Nutrition, and Yoga. She has competed in the Boston Marathon and the New York Marathon as well as 37 marathons worldwide, and six Iron Man competitions. Prior to becoming a personal trainer, MaryAnn was a prima ballerina with the Johannesburg Ballet Company in South Africa, as well as the Munich Ballet Company.

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