Calling all Real Housewives of New York fans! Jessel Taank, one of the stars of Bravo’s reboot, lives a busy life, to say the damn least. As a mom of twins, a fashion publicist, and the founder of Ōushq, an e-commerce platform spotlighting Indian designers, she’s gracefully balancing it all. And somehow, amid her packed schedule, she took the time to chat with NewBeauty about her beauty and wellness routine. We’re diving into all the details ahead.
What does your beauty routine look like these days, from skin care to makeup?
The first thing I do is drink at least two liters at room temperature to help me kickstart my day. Staying hydrated is crucial for maintaining healthy skin. As a working mom, my beauty routine must be quick but effective. I cleanse, apply a serum (my go-to at the moment with the colder weather is hyaluronic acid and I love this one from Skin Laundry), moisturizer and then I have a quick five-minute makeup routine: usually a quick dab of Makeup by Mario Surreal Awakening Concealer and a swipe of Patrick Ta’s Major Headlines Double Take Blush! I try not to wear foundation during the week to give my skin some air. I’m obsessed with L’Oréal Voluminous Mascara, a quick dab of Merit Beauty’s Signature Lipstick and voilà!
What’s one beauty product you can’t live without these days and why?
Retinol! Every dermatologist I’ve ever spoken to has said it’s the holy grail of skin care, so now I use it every night as part of my evening skin-care routine. I use this Vitamin A serum after cleansing and before applying my night cream to boost collagen, elastin and skin cell turnover.
What about wellness and self care? Are the two intertwined for you?
I wish I had more time for wellness and self-care. I recently went on a wellness retreat in Miami where I was able to have a lymphatic massage, an IV drip, a yoga class, a consult with a sleep expert, the most amazing, nutritious food and a facial treatment with Dr. Roberta Del Campo, Skin Laundry’s amazing Chief Medical Officer, a dermatologist based out there who specializes in cosmetic dermatology. I left feeling like a new person, and the experience really reinforced the fact that we all have to approach wellness holistically.
What’s your favorite Skin Laundry treatment? How long have you been getting it and why is it ideal for you?
The Skin Laundry Signature Laser Facial is my favorite treatment. I discovered it when I lived in Los Angeles and was thrilled to find a location in Flatiron, not too far from where I live in Manhattan. It takes just 15 minutes and has become my go-to for looking refreshed in a flash. The fact that there is little to no downtime is a bonus, as I don’t have to worry about scheduling meetings or public appearances around treatments. This treatment is also safe for darker skin tones, which is often a concern around laser treatments. It prevents breakouts, fades hyperpigmentation and leaves my skin glowing and taut.
How has your skin-care routine evolved over the years and how has incorporating treatments at Skin Laundry played a role in that?
Becoming a mother of twins has meant I’ve had to streamline my skin-care routine, so I love products and treatments that multi-task and treat various skin-care concerns at once. The medical-grade facials at Skin Laundry tick that box as they treat breakouts, hyperpigmentation and collagen loss on a cellular level and leave my skin looking and feeling instantly tighter and brighter.
