This week on The Luminous Life, we’re hitting record in the middle of our renovation dust—literally—and sharing a raw, real conversation about something that goes beyond skin-deep: intergenerational friendships.
It’s just Erika and Marcella today, back to our roots, reflecting on how our nearly 20-year age difference shaped our friendship—from boss/employee vibes to chosen family. We’re getting honest about what makes friendships grow, the beauty of learning from each other (yes, even when it’s how to wear blush differently), and why our relationships are one of our greatest beauty secrets.
In this episode, we dive into:
What intergenerational friendship really means—and why it’s magic
Why we never drag the skincare dropper across our faces 😬
How Millennials and Gen Z have changed beauty, body image, and business
Beauty trends we love, and some (ahem, skinny brows) we’ll never bring back
How to evolve with your friendships instead of outgrowing them
The power of seeing women in every season of life...and celebrating them all
This episode is full of laughter, love, and zero judgment (okay, maybe a tiny bit—see: the dropper thing). It’s a reminder that the beauty industry can be a place of connection, not competition—and that real beauty is about how we treat each other.
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Until next time,
Stay luminous ✨
Erika & Marcella
