My Universe

My Universe: Crystal Greene

March 19, 2020 by CAP Staff

With a deep curiosity for the beautiful and refined, our esthetician Crystal, is a true seeker. With interests that range from skincare to ceramics to fashion to food, this aesthete travels the city in search of the best, always finding it. And luckily for us she brings her passion and vision to the treatment room with a practice that relies on the power of deep massage and an innate understanding of what the body needs and wants. Expect to be elevated, and welcome to Crystal’s universe.

MY THREADS

Jeans Vintage Levis or any non stretch, high waist, button fly denim (that specific)

T-shirt Uniqlo U

Socks Muji

Heels Ah, I wish I still wore heels, but any Celine circa Phoebe Philo

Sneakers Vans and Nike

Designers Vintage and old Celine

Where do you shop Stella Dallas Vintage

Where do you want to shop BDDW, The Broken Arm, Hannah Wessel, De Vera and Eskandar

Online shopping site Ebay & La Garconne

MY BAG OF TRICKS

What’s your sign Sun: Leo, Ascendant: Sagittarius, Moon: Taurus

Workout Stretching, jumping jacks and lots of walking

Studio/teacher The comfort of my home

Do you meditate? Yes, but not daily

Experts in your corner Daniela Turley (Herbalist) and Dana James (Nutritionist)

Morning rituals Lots of water, coffee, Democracy News in the background

Evening rituals Dinner cooked at home, burning candles, a hot bath and typically falling asleep on the couch by 9pm.

Human Design Generator

Shower or bath I love a hot bath after a long day of facials

Extrovert or introvert Introvert

DIY Mask recipe Activist Manuka Honey mixed with white clay

Stress management techniques Deep Breaths, writing or a long walk in the sun

Who is your get out of jail call? My best friend, Miguel

MY PANTRY

Tea or tonic drink Oolong tea from Té Co

Wellness idol Dr Mark Hyman and Deanna Minich

How do you like to eat? Dealing with autoimmune is changing the way I eat and my consumption of food. It’s really simple; organic, seasonal and an abundance of veggies. Minimal sugar, grains and gluten.

What’s always in your fridge? Veggies, microgreens, mushrooms, eggs, pesto and beans

Go-to dinner recipe I love a bowl of steamed veggies, on top of farmer's market greens, avocado, beans, flaky sea salt and black pepper. Simple and easy.

Favorite snack Mon Fe Fo ginger shots, cashews and walnuts

Favorite drink Oolong tea

Where do you grocery shop? Union Square Farmer's Market

MY MEDICINE CABINET

Toothpaste Eco Dent

Soap Bathing Culture

Lip I love a red lip. I wish Violette would relaunch her Estée Lauder collaboration in Poppy Sauvage. The best shade of red EVER.

Perfume or Cologne Usually, I don’t wear fragrance for work, but on occasion I love Fumee d’Ambre by In Fiore. Also, Sigil perfumes are beautiful.

Hair stylist For many years I wore a buzz cut and now I’m growing my hair. Heather at O Salon in Brooklyn was my stylist when I wore a short pixie cut. She is incredibly talented.

Shampoo/Conditioner La Tierra Sagrada

Cleanser In Fiore Lustra

Toner In Fiore Transparence Botanical Water

Serum Marie Veronique Soothing B3 Serum

Moisturizer Josh Rosebrook Vital Balm Cream

Mask Activist Manuka Honey or Josh Rosebrook Cacao Antioxidant Mask

Beauty tool ZIIP and Gua Sha tools

Makeup RMS "Un" Cover-up as a concealer, W3LL People Mascara, Kjaer Weis Revel Bronzer