What is the best part about working at Sephora?
"I learn something new about beauty every day — whether it’s a secret ingredient found in my night cream, or testing out a cool new color."

Would you consider yourself a makeup/beauty girl?
"Absolutely! I’ve been playing with makeup since I was little and have cultivated quite the collection of lip color. These days I love learning about skincare."

What are your favorite products that can be found at Sephora (and are now in your makeup bag)?
"Yves Saint Laurent has my favorite lip gloss, ever. Its Sheer Candy collection keeps my lips smooth and delivers just the right amount of color. Laura Mercier’s tinted moisturizer is another favorite of mine. It’s light and gives me all-over coverage without making me look too done up. In terms of skincare, I’m a huge fan of NUDE’s ProGenius Treatment Oil. It’s a great calming night oil that leaves my skin soft, never greasy. This fall, I’m also rocking the bold lip thanks to Opaque Rouge Liquid Lipstick by Hourglass in Raven. I absolutely love this color and the cool packaging."

Where do you usually head around the area on your breaks?
"I walk over to NewTree for coffee and a snack. For lunch, I head to Mixt Greens or The Plant for salads and a quick stroll in the sun."

When you’re not working at Sephora, where would we find you and what would you be doing?
"Walking my dog around Alamo Square, exploring the Mission, or hanging out in Berkeley with my boyfriend. I’m sort of new to town, so I’m having fun discovering all the cute neighborhoods!"

Photographed by Michelle Drewes