Name someone (whether a celebrity, mentor, or personal acquaintance) that has changed your outlook on beauty standards for the better. What have they taught you by example? 

I’m obsessed with Patrick Ta. He was one of the first people who did my glam, and we’re still close to this day. He’s changed my outlook on beauty standards for the better by showing me that beauty doesn’t have to be about rules, it’s about enhancing what’s already there and feeling confident in your own skin. Watching him work taught me that glam can be both powerful and effortless at the same time. He’s someone I really look up to, especially in how he’s built such a strong, modern vision of beauty while staying true to his artistry.

As you think about the future of Skylar, what is a goal you have that both excites you and scares you? 

Honestly, turning Skylar into a full lifestyle brand, not just fragrance, is the goal that excites and scares me. I want it to be something you don’t just wear, but live in—expanding the brand. That’s a big leap, and it means stepping into crowded spaces where expectations are high. It’s scary because it’s bold, but that’s exactly why it’s worth it.

What is a product (whether from your own line of products or another) that has changed your get-ready routine for the better? 

My Scent Screen from Skylar has completely changed my get-ready routine for the better. It’s a sunscreen that’s also beautifully scented, reef-friendly, safe for sensitive skin, hypoallergenic, and fully clean—vegan and cruelty-free too.I love that it combines sun protection and fragrance in one step. Every time we’ve launched it, it’s sold out, which has been incredible to see. That’s why we’re restocking with SPF 50 and introducing mini sizes, plus a Double Date tanning oil that also includes SPF and skincare benefits.

What’s one product that never leaves your purse? 

Perfume. I refuse to go anywhere without perfume. That's why I created our perfume keychain that clicks on your purse or your car keys wherever you want them to be so you can put your favorite Skylar perfume in it and they are the cutest things ever.

With so many beauty trends that come and go, how do you define the look that’s good for you? 

I’ve always been someone who doesn’t really follow trends. I just do what I personally like, and I think that’s what matters most. It’s really important to figure out what feels good for you and where you feel most comfortable, and then stay true to that while still evolving over time.

What’s one piece of advice you’d give to an entrepreneur trying to launch a new beauty/wellness product? What do they need in order to stand out?  

Marketing is so important in this day and age and there's so many products already so you really need to work on something that is going to stand out to the consumers. My advice: be crystal clear on what makes your product stand out, and make sure it actually does. Then build your marketing around that. In a saturated space, a strong point of view and clear identity is what cuts through.