Beauty Boss: Chanel Jenae, Owner and Product Formulator of ARCONA

Chanel Jenae.

Our latest Beauty Boss is Chanel Jenae, esthetician, owner and product formulator of ARCONA—a line of luxury high-end skincare that is one of the top choices among Hollywood celebrities. The brand is known and respected for its high-quality formulations and their ability to make a positive change to the skin.

The ARCONA product line and ARCONA Studio in Los Angeles were established by Jenae’s mentor, who developed products and treatments that offered an alternative to cosmetic surgery and other harsh treatments to delay the effects of aging. These days, Jenae continues to build on the company’s legacy by developing effective treatments and products using only the finest quality, pure, and powerful ingredients for healthy, glowing skin at any age.

Spa Profile: The ARCONA Studio

ARCONA products are infused with cosmeceutical grade ingredients such as high concentrations of antioxidants, enzymes, growth factors, peptides, and retinols. Active ingredients are processed and their products are manufactured according to scientifically tested, state-of-the-art, chirally correct technology. By incorporating ingredients from both nature and science that are safe and effective, they are able to produce products that offer better absorption and more visible results.

We chatted with Jenae, who shared the inspiration behind the brand, favorite products and wellness tips, secrets to success, and more.

When was ARCONA founded? What does the name mean?

The ARCONA STUDIO was founded by my mentor Arcona Devan in 1989. She was a remarkable woman and friend, and together we went on a rewarding journey. She was an incredible light in my life and the lives of those who were fortunate enough to know her. We had an intense passion for holistic skin care and to create treatments and products that were pure, efficacious, and solution-focused—that are nature-based and science-driven. 

I feel incredibly fortunate that our paths crossed because she inspired and encouraged my love of skin health, cosmetic chemistry, lymphatic drainage, various forms of facial massage, and different modalities of skin health and treatment.

What inspired the creation of the brand?

The ARCONA Skincare collection was truly built on a passion for skin. ARCONA is now synonymous with only the finest quality, pure ingredients, combining with the very best science has to offer for products that are bio-compatible with skin—meaning, skin will utilize exactly what it needs to glow, radiate, and be its healthy best.

Do you have a hero product?

Triad Pads. The simplicity and effectiveness for most skin types make this product so popular. This multi-functional toner cleanses, tones, lightly hydrates, and infuses skin with antioxidants.

What are your favorite product(s) from your brand? 

My favorite products are the Cranberry Gommage and Gentle Solution. They are often referred to as the dynamic duo. Also, our Eye Dew Plus is fantastic.

Where are your products sold?

ARCONA products are available for purchase at The ARCONA Studio, our website, Nordstrom (in-store and online), and in select spa retailers

ARCONA Cranberry Gommage ($48) cleanses, tones, and decongests enlarged pores, leaving skin visibly clearer, smoother, and more refined.

What inspires you?

Maria Shriver. She is so intelligent and uses her platform to elevate and inspire others—in particular, women. 

Secret to success?

Perseverance, a clear vision of the future you want, and deciding on the best course to reach it. Consistency is of course fundamental to this. Equally, one must never let setbacks cloud one’s unique vision.

Beauty secrets?

Movement. Never become stagnant. These points really enhance our physical and overall well-being. Eat fresh and healthy food consistently, take care of your skin, and wear SPF.

Wellness tips?

Always seek to elevate yourself and others. Eat healthy, exercise, meditate, journal, and surround yourself with those you love and who inspire you. Movement is key to preventing both physical and emotional stagnation.

Best advice?

To be true your principles, and not only believe in your dreams, but work to make them a reality.

How do you like to relax?

Meditate, yoga, and getting on my Peloton bike. Also, being in nature.

For more information, visit arcona.com and follow on Instagram: @arconalosangeles

[Images courtesy of ARCONA]

Kamala Kirk is a University of Southern California graduate and has been an editor/writer for more than a decade. She has written for E! Online, Total Beauty, TravelAge West, Malibu Times Magazine, and many more. She resides in Los Angeles and is a proud pug mom. Follow her on Instagram: @kamalakirk