Dispatch From LA: Robin Coe-Hutshing Shares Her Favorite Products

It is safe to say that Robin Coe-Hutshing is the queen of cosmetics. One of the most influential names in the beauty industry, and owner of Studio Beautymix, Robin began her career as a buyer for Bergdorf Goodman. After moving to California, she and her sister, Jennifer Coe-Bakewell, opened a small beauty counter at Fred Segal in Santa Monica in 1984. Their shop quickly became the destination for style savvy, cosmetics-obsessed, luxury-minded shoppers. Twenty five years later, Studio Beautymix, the go-to destination for all things beauty, has developed a reputation for carrying an unparalleled selection of the highest quality brands, both indie and household names, while offering a truly innovative retail experience. Robin has also launched several proprietary lines, including Burn (a high end line of scented candles) and Memoire Liquide (a bespoke perfumery), and has served as a consultant for such brands as Stila, Victoria's Secret Beauty and Henri Bendel.

I recently sat down with Robin to discuss all things beauty, including her favorite travel products, expert tips and studio secrets. Clear your day's schedule, enjoy the read, and take a night to pamper yourself!

Egyptian Magic All Purpose Healing Skin Cream

WHAT IT DOES:Quite possibly everything, except your taxes.

"This phenomenal balm has legendary healing powers due to its mixture of all natural living plants including honey, bee pollen, royal jelly, olive oil, beeswax, and it even lists "divine love" as one of its ingredients....The magical all purpose blend can be used as lip balm, burn salve, blister ointment, and more. It also relieves razor bumps and ingrown hairs; insect bites; skin discoloration; dry, itchy ashy skin; diaper rash; athlete's foot; cracked skin; dry and itchy scalp; and eczema and psoriasis. However-a favoriteStudio Secret use is as a shaving cream for legs- smooth, moisturized and baby soft for days.

Cleopatra is rumored to have used a similar concoction to enhance her beautiful skin and hair. Madonna, Michelle Trachtenberg, Rachel Weisz, Kate Hudson, Hilary Swank, Selma Blair, Virginia Madsen and Karolina Kurkova are all avid fans."

Available at Studio Beautymix

Real Purity Holistic Deodorant

WHAT IT DOES: In our book, this is the only natural deodorant that actually works. "We're all for nature and reveling in the glory of earth's friendly spirit, but after its first lovely tickle, there is really nothing sweet about sweat. We asked: If they can put a man on the moon why can't they make a natural deodorant that works? Well, here is the answer-Studio's Secret weapon against stickiness and we've been selling it by the case since 1985 so we KNOW it really works."

Available at Studio Beautymix

RARE LOVE Balm

WHAT IT DOES: Used on damp skin, pure cocoa butter, coconut oil, and shea butter seal in skin's moisture.

"We've tried everything for our parched skin and here is the lowdown: A few hours later we were always looking for moisture as though we'd been through the desert on a horse with no name...Not so with this ultra emollient enriched balm.Studio's Secret is to massage this in while still damp from a bath or shower so it seals the moisture into the skin. The natural cocoa butter scent fades in a few minutes, unlike your new irresistibly soft skin."

Available at Studio Beautmix

Kneipp Valerian and Hops Herbal Bath

WHAT IT DOES: Makes you sleep the sleep of the innocent.

"Business travel: stress, delayed flight, lost luggage, an endless day with too many meetings and dinner in the wrong time zone...

Now you've finally crawled between those enticingly, crisp Frette linens and although you've watched all of the late night shows and memorized every crack in the recently refurbished boutique hotel ceiling you STILL can't fall asleep. This de-stress, sleep-inducing bath isStudio's Secret jet lag remedy that will un-kink every knotted muscle, and have you yawning in mere minutes, crawling back to bed in your terry cloth robe without even a sidelong glance at the mini bar."

Available at Studio Beautymix

DuWop Revolotion Body Cream

WHAT IT DOES: Perfects Skin Tone Instantly

"A classic must have for the skin-baring season, which now seems to be year round. This is the best accessory a little black dress ever had. Created by pro make-up artists, this tinted moisturizer actually stays put instead of clinging to clothing and evens out skin tone while it covers a multitude of skin sins. Sold in three shades, it is an instant antidote for perfecting pasty skin, hiding imperfections, and covering little veins.

Studio's Secret make-up artist's trick is to subtly reshape by using a light tone to highlight and darker tone to contour. This amazing formula looks and feels completely natural."

RODIAL Glam Balm

WHAT IT DOES: The Swiss Army Knife of beauty products

"This 100% natural, collagen-boosting, skin-firming treatment can be used anywhere--face, lips body, hands--for instant skin plumping, hydration, and relief from minor irritations.

This multi-tasking gem of a product is great as a pre-flight mask to keep skin hydrated during travel, a fab cuticle cream, and a fantastic heel softener. But, by far, Studio 's favorite Glam BalmSecret is that it is clinically proven to increase lip volume by 40% and decrease lines by 30% when used daily for four weeks. And it doubles as night light. OK, not really..."

Orlane B21 Morning Recovery Concentrate

WHAT IT DOES: Instantly firms, tightens, and refreshes facial skin.

"A restrained glass of sparkling water with lime somehow turns into salty tequila shots behind the velvet rope. Someone was blowing cigarette smoke in our face on the patio and by the time we had breakfast in a diner at 3 AM we just didn't get our eight hours of beauty rest.

The morning after, we still have things to do, places to go, and people to meet. Those people don't need to know about our previous evening's travails. This miracle vial of concentrated instant radiance is ourStudio Secret lifesaver when we need a serious beauty boost. It reduces water retention and puffiness and makes dull skin look radiant immediately."

Brave Soldier Code Blue

WHAT IT DOES: Alleviates pain from waxing; prevents ingrown hairs

"This lidocaine-based gel was originally created for men, but as usual, smart women picked it up and it has becomeStudio's Secret cult favorite, used by many top estheticians and their swimsuit model clients.

Code Blue not only preps the skin for waxing, numbs the pain of the process, but it also prevents ingrown hairs in the aftermath."

STILA- Major Lash Mascara

WHAT IT DOES: Instant eyelash extensions

"Super-volumizing and lengthening: This 3D formula actually builds tubes around each lash. The giant wand adds extreme volume, curl, and length for that costly lash extension look.

For contact lens wearers this formula isStudio's best keptSecret. The formula does not flake, and comes off with soap and water."

INVISABELT

"A seemingly laughable item that has somehow made itself a wardrobe staple. What can we say? The invisabelt keeps everything (especially low-rise jeans) exactly where it belongs. At first we scoffed...and then we tried it. And now it is an essential part of our jean wardrobe."

DIANA B. 60 Second Miracle Tan

"Pale skin is oh so pretty, but bare summer clothes make serious demands. We need a golden glow right now! TheStudio Secret to a healthy tan: You, Diana B., and a pair of latex gloves in the shower (don't be afraid!). Minutes later you'll emerge a noticeably golden bronze."

The Go-Go Bag

"Our mother impressed upon us the importance of pretty lingerie, fine fragrance, and matching our shoes to our bags. For that last minute fashion fit that has us dumping the contents of a black hobo into a bronze Metallic - now there is the Go-Go bag.

ThisStudio Secret for organized travel and everyday dilemmas fits all our must-haves into well thought out pockets and pouches that you just drag and drop! And an eco bag for groceries doubles as a laundry bag when traveling. Sleek, washable, light-if only your hotel room could stay as organized!"

On a personal note, I must tell you; when we met, Robin made me a custom fragrance that she built according to my personality. It has since become my daily scent. Thank you, Robin!