Meet Laura Vidrequin Roso

Tell us all about yourself

"My name is Laura Vidrequin Roso. I'm a Pisces ascendant Libra: a great dreamer, which has often led me into some pretty funny situations! I'm also incredibly clumsy. I grew up in Paris, then moved to New York as a young adult, where I took my first steps in the professional world as a sales assistant in a fashion showroom. I stayed there for almost ten years. Today, 18 years later, I live in London with my two boys, Albert and Henry, and my husband Harold. I'm a terrible cook, so we often entertain... over a nice takeaway!"

"I have absolutely no sense of time: meals are never ready on time, and often cold. After working as a buyer for large companies, I chose to become an entrepreneur, creating a resale platform dedicated to children's clothes and toys. Today, I also work as a stylist and fashion consultant for brands in which I believe deeply. I feel very fortunate to be able to organize my weeks between family life and work, juggling deadlines, professional travel... and the children's (busy!) schedule."

You left Paris at the age of 18 to enter the world of fashion. What was your idea of "success" back then?

"That's a very good question, and one I often ask myself. Back then, I was driven by an immense thirst for learning in the field. I was always up for a new mission, an internship in the United States or an extra job on the floor. Being overwhelmed, putting in one intense day after another, running between friends and work: it was exhilarating, and made me feel like I fully existed. It's probably the New York lifestyle that immediately grabbed me when I arrived."

"I was lucky enough to learn from some very inspiring women, whose ability to defend their ideas forcefully, while remaining benevolent, a quality I now consider a true form of success, as it applies to all spheres of life. With time and experience, my definition of success has changed. For me, being able to reconcile my professional life with my personal life, without one encroaching on the other, is success. Where I used to clamor for more responsibility when I was younger, I now see success in the ability to set limits... and to know how to say no."

What's your vision of beauty?

"I'm a very visual person: when someone talks to me about beauty, I think of a smile that comes from the whole body. I also see a lot of beauty in the peace that can be read in a look. For me, well-being is intimately linked to inner peace, individuality, the way we perceive the world... and of course, self-love. I deeply believe that self-care routines are very personal. Accepting that we don't all have the same needs, desires or routines is essential to stop comparing ourselves."

Paris, New York, London... How has each city influenced your vision of self-care?

"I'm convinced that the places we live in, and even the places we pass through, profoundly shape us. I'm a blend of all three cities, to varying degrees, and my approach to self-care is a direct reflection of this. I have a rather minimalist routine, but I choose it very carefully, taking into account the specific needs of my skin. By the age of 20, we were already juggling Jivamukti, SoulCycle and Bikram yoga... So I was exposed to the wellness culture quite early on, especially in New York. Working out with Taryn Toomey, the founder of The Class, was part of our routine, for which I am truly grateful today. Having grown up in Paris, I also inherited this very "pharmacy" approach to skincare. Even today, it's these products that I turn to on a daily basis, with my eyes closed."

What are your bathroom essentials today?

"I love theRadiance Micro-Peeling Essence by Patyka, it's really one of my must-haves. I'm also very assiduous when it comes to dry brushing, but I never brush my hair: I simply detangle it with a comb when I wash it. I love taking baths with Epsom salt. And I often massage my face with oils or serums. That said, my dermatologist recently advised me to rely more on a good day cream... So I started using Avène every morning. As for cleansers, I really like foams, like the Detox Cleansing Foam I found at Oh My Cream."

Have you always taken care of yourself?

"À 100 % ! I'm terrible at make-up, but on the other hand, I'm very interested in the skin itself, and the real problems that need to be treated in depth. I've never tried to camouflage or transform my appearance - I couldn't keep up with it anyway! As a child of the 90s, we weren't really told to protect ourselves from the sun... Which I do today, of course. I remember that my grandmother was very coquettish, never going out without a last look in the mirror. I'd like to have that kind of attention on a daily basis. That said, I always carry lip balm, hand cream and SPF in my bag, which is about as much 'maintenance' as I can manage!"

What has motherhood taught you about yourself?

"Tolerance, not reacting on the spot, and taking your time... These are things I didn't take into account at all before having children, or not to this extent. And then I realized that taking care of yourself is essential to being able to take care of them, quite simply."

Has your skincare and self-care routine changed since you became a mom?

"Honestly, no. It's evolved with time and age, especially. At 35, I'm more careful about what I do, what I apply. But being a mother hasn't really changed my beauty routine, except that I'm faster, more efficient... and probably better at what I do. But I remain true to my very "get ready in two minutes and go!" approach.

What self-care rituals can't you live without?

"I move around a lot, of course, being the mother of two boys, I never stop... and neither do they! Every morning, I walk the children to school, and it's clearly my favorite part of the day. It takes about 20 minutes to get there, rain or shine, and I often walk 40 minutes on the way home, usually with a friend - I'm lucky enough to be very close to several of the school's mothers. So that gives me an hour's walk every morning."

"When I'm not drinking broth, I take warm water with lemon in the morning. Clearing my mind and de-cluttering my home are also essential for me; I sincerely believe that our environment reflects our energy. And finally, I love to write: whether it's in a notebook, on a paper napkin or even on the bus, it's a real escape for me. I've also improved my intake of liquids, to better detoxify. This summer, I took electrolytes, particularly those from Combeau."

What habit has really changed the way you feel?

"Obviously, ask your doctor for advice before taking any dietary supplements, as there are many available. For me, magnesium makes a big difference to overall physical well-being. And drinking a hot beverage that's not coffee or tea, first thing in the morning when I wake up, helps a lot."

What's your on-the-go ritual that really makes the difference?

"I always start by dry-brushing my body in the morning, putting on an eye mask and another for my lips. Then I apply oil to my face, spray my hair with Sisley oil, comb it, brush my eyebrows and trim them a little."

What ritual would you advise every active woman to try?

"Start your day with a hot drink that's not coffee or tea, but simply broth or lemon water, it's the whole ritual side that makes the difference. For me, it's a real game-changer. As for products, I'm never without Avene Cicalfate, which works for the whole family. Simple and very moisturizing."

What advice would you give to the woman you once were?

"The earlier you anticipate, the more you delay repairs. Go to the dermatologist and doctors regularly, moisturize your skin and body, and above all, don't stress about it. Try to take a step back and look at the big picture. What would 80-year-old you say if she could see you now? Laugh about it, and let it go if it's making you anxious. Breathe through it. Remember, too, that you can have lots of worries, but when it comes to health problems, there's often only one really big worry. So take care of yourself and your loved ones."

Find Laura Vidrequin Roso on Instagram on her account @lauravidrequin and on her Substack Unfiltered.

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