Sofie Pavitt’s pivot from a 15-year career as a fashion designer to becoming NYC’s Acne Whisperer was in the works well before her official career change. While she was traveling to Seoul for her fashion job, she was introduced to innovative skincare products and treatments. This exposure planted a seed that would eventually lead her onto the shelves of every Sephora in the U.S.After spending a year becoming a certified facialist while working full-time, Sofie left her career in fashion to do facials for her friends and industry contacts. As her client list grew, she created space for them in Sofie Pavitt Studio. In our conversation, she details why her studio is not a spa and how working with clients helps her make the most effective acne-treating products. Sofie’s career journey is a testament to not being afraid of pursuing new dreams.Tune in as we discuss:Why she works a weekly shift at a dermatologist’s officeHer take on popular ingredients like mandelic and hypochlorous acid The rules for popping pimples at homeWhat she hopes her entrepreneurial journey teaches her childrenWhy her brand had to be her namesakeRate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on Apple Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanet Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topicShop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelfStay in touch with me: @brookedevardFollow Sofie @sofiepavittProducts Mentioned: Ultra Violette Supreme SkinDr. Idriss Major Fade Disco Block iS Clinical Extreme Protect Ciele blush & PROTECT, tint & PROTECTDr. Jart Premium BB Tinted MoisturizerTower28 Powder BlushFara Homidi Essential Lip CompactVIOLETTE_FR Bisou BalmCrown Affair Finishing Hair Gel, Dry ShampooRŌZ Milk Hair SerumDanessa Myricks Colorfix Stix Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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