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California Trailblazers
Is it the soil, the air, the vibe?
What is it about California that makes it arguably the most famous of the 50 states and fifth largest economy in the world? According to the Real California Cheese campaign, it’s the sunshine. Could be, but there is something pretty darn special about the 31st state. Living in California seems to encourage innovation, inspire visionaries to actualize their visions and wow the world. From the early days when the miners of gold needed clothes tough enough to endure extreme weather and rugged terrain, a businessman named Levi Strauss solved this problem and his red-tabbed denim became recognized internationally as a symbol of quality. A fantasy-minded youth named Walt not only imagined the happiest place on earth, but fostered the Imagineering division of his eponymous company, which is now responsible for the creation, design, and construction of Disney theme parks and attractions worldwide. Speaking of imagination — would anyone have thought we could hold the whole world in our hands? Steve Jobs did.
And yep, California was his home. Let us introduce you to some fellow dynamic Californians.
Eva Claiborne Beauty & Wellness: Eva Claiborne | Master Esthetician
Schooled in the renowned Hungarian tradition of effective skincare therapy, Eva Claiborne is an innovative and experienced Master Esthetician and Perioperative Aesthetic Specialist with over forty years of experience. Eva provides the highest level of skincare and spa services, designed to achieve and maintain healthy beautiful skin from head to toe. In addition to her extensive European and American training, Eva has developed her own approach to skincare and launched a comprehensive line of pre- and post-operative products for plastic surgery patients — TITOK naturals®. TITOK naturals® patent-pending Pre & Post Operative Wellness Treatments were formulated alongside top dermatologists and plastic surgeons to address all patient needs. The line is a result of decades of experience on a global scale that embodies Eva’s unique philosophy — people need to be more gentle with their skin. Instead of stripping the skin with harsh products, a regimen of non-abrasive products and custom treatments will bring overall well-being, both before and after cosmetic procedures and surgery. The treatments are beneficial or both elective and required surgeries.
Eva Claiborne • 415.435.4326 evaclaiborne@gmail.com • tiburonskincare.com
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Do you have any winter skincare tips? Winter is hard on the skin. We spend more time in dry, heated indoor air, and when outdoors, wind and cold dry the skin. I recommend using Titok Naturals Calming Kit at night, combined with Titok Antioxidant Serum to provide support for the skin. Even though the days are shorter, always apply SPF 40+ at the beginning of the day.
What advice do you have for those new to treatments of any kind? Where should they start? What’s important to know? When I see a new client, we design the treatment programs together for their particular skin. I like to offer a series of HydraFacial treatments to start with, and then an appropriate, simple at-home regimen. After the skin has healed and rejuvenated, we start a maintenance program. The timing of starting the maintenance phase depends on how quickly the skin improves. The program may include treatments like microneedling to improve skin texture, wrinkles and acne scars. A simple program of regular Hydrafacials may also be appropriate.
What are some body treatments for winter wellness? When skin on the body is scaly and dry, I like to offer a golden body sugar scrub to exfoliate and prepare the skin for deeper hydration. The next step is to rehydrate the skin with a nourishing body gel mask. Finally, we finish with a gentle stone massage to improve and stimulate the lymphatic system, and finish with a relaxing scalp massage to release tension.
What do you hope for in 2023? I would like to grow my business and keep my clients happy with healthy, beautiful skin. In May we’re visiting one of the most famous thermal spas in Hungary. I’ve been visiting this spa since I was a little girl, and it never disappoints — you can find mo e information on my site if you’d like to join us.
Mission Atelier: Bobby London | Founder
Founded in 2016 by Bobby London, Mission Atelier creates fine jewelry and accessories for both men and women ranging from necklaces to cuff links an everything in between. London’s vision initially began with a clean and abstract symbol that embodied all the elements of his design aesthetic — reimagining traditional pieces as works of art and exploration of scale, proportion and white space. Each collection could be considered minimalist beauty with a purpose. Mission Atelier wares can be found in a number of high-end retailers in San Francisco, Palm Springs and online.
Mission Atelier • 917.796.0547 • info@missionatelier.com • missionatelier.com
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What sets you apart from your competition? Mission Atelier jewelry designs are truly unique, commercially appealing and full of spiritual meaning all at the same time. We also give a percentage of profits o a great mindfulness education charity called Mission Be.
Is there something about your circumstance/upbringing that prepared you or set you up for success? My mom took me shopping at Barneys New York way too young, and instilled an appreciation for luxury and design that has only grown over time. My great grandfather was also a watchmaker and jeweler, so maybe it’s also in the DNA.
What are your thoughts on growing and expanding your business? I’m very excited and optimistic. I have a lot of spiritual knowledge I’d like to share, and great ideas for communicating it through fine jewelry and luxury — which also happens to be the mission of Mission Atelier: to increase consciousness through fine jewelry and luxury.
Morpheus Medical Aesthetics: Marisha Chilcottt, MD Physician & Provider
A true trailblazer in medicine and life, Dr. Marisha Chilcott started her medical career as an emergency room doctor and later joined a family practice in Santa Rosa. Chilcott has stayed on the pulse of healthcare throughout her evolving wellness journey, which now includes two locations of Morpheus Medical Aesthetics as well as Be the Change in Mental Health (BTC), a clinic in Santa Rosa that offers effective new approaches to mental wellness. Morpheus Medical Aesthetics opened in 2009 and has a loyal following in Santa Rosa and Larkspur. Always on the cusp of the latest vetted and approved modalities for wellness and living one’s best life, her motto is “You don’t need to be sick to want to be more well.”
Morpheus Medical Aesthetics • 415.924.1330 info@morpheusmedspa.com • morpheusmedspa.com
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What are you most excited about? At Morpheus, I’m super excited about a new product called Vitti Pure, that is produced from donated umbilical cords. Umbilical tissue contains a high concentration of exosomes that carry the signaling factors that tell the body to heal or grow. These signals thus stimulate cells throughout the body to behave like young cells. I have been using it to address areas that are notoriously hard to treat, such as the crepey skin under eyes and cheeks. The product is so new, manufacturers don’t have specific protocols.
Is anyone else doing this? Not that I know of in the North Bay, but there are several pioneering aesthetics physicians across the country exploring this new modality. I have found success mixing it with fillers and Sculptra to get improved results. The fun part is the results are immediate. We are also seeing success with promoting hair restoration.
Is this the same concept as the PRP (platelet rich plasma) a.k.a. Vampire facials? Yes, the same idea, in that we irritate the subdermal tissue, and then add a biological activator to repair the injury site, but compared to adult platelet cells [extracted for a PRP facial], exosomes from an umbilical cord contain nearly three times the amount of growth factors.
Is it safe to inject stem cells from another human? That is a great question and the answer is no one really knows. To be clear, VittiPure is not stem cells, but rather extracellular matrices. There are no live cells being injected, just the cytokines and other growth factors that promote positive change.
Golf Retreats in Paradise: Paul Gorman | PGA Professional
At the age of 10, Paul Gorman got hooked on golf. He found he excelled at the sport and eventually made it his career path. For the past 25 years, Gorman has taught golf at local courses including the Meadow Club and Peacock Gap. During that time he has observed all levels of players which helped him develop his teaching technique: to give students a set of principles, use what they have naturally and enhance their game from that point. The most recent evolution in his career is curating group golf trips to Puerto Vallarta, where players get to enjoy beautiful oceanfront accommodations, play championship golf courses while experiencing both driving range and on course instruction. Optional paddle boarding and yoga are also on the itinerary. Feedback from those who have gone on these trips is it’s a relaxing and fun-filled vacation with the bonus of improving your golf game — participants say, “It’s absolutely a game changer with Paul at your side on the golf course.”
Paul Gorman • 415.699.9117 • paul@gormangolf.com • gormangolftours.com
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Where did your passion for golf originate? My father was my inspiration. He taught me how to be a home run hitter in Little League and then I discovered I could hit a golf ball three times as far — game on! From there my passion became an obsession in a good way. In my early 20s I shot my first 67 on a par 72. I decided to become a PGA Professional at 32 and by 35 was voted PGA Section Teacher of the Year.
Who are your golf inspirations? Nick Faldo, Annika Sörenstam, Tiger Woods, Greg Norman (great white shark). Hank Haney and David Leadbetter are the 2 top coaches in golf I trained under. There was a match between Nick Faldo and Greg Norman in Jamaica that was incredible and really got me fi ed up for competition.
Why did you decide to lead golf tours in Puerto Vallarta? Puerto Vallarta — the jewel of Mexico! I have found that people learn best when away from their home and work and are in a beautiful and relaxing setting. You get picked up at the airport and in five minutes are walking into the resort for your first sunset fiesta. This is a golfing oasis with two championship golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus and Tom Weiskopf and it’s only a three and-a-half-hour direct flight from SFO. The excellent staff and beauty of the facilities are off the charts. Instruction on the range happens every morning and then I guide you through 18 holes each golf day — that is how you learn best.
