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The Bar Skin
The Bar was created as a way to bring an inclusive and diverse skincare haven to one of the most vibrant communities in NYC. We aim to disapprove the taboo that skincare is meant solely as a luxury for one gender. We encourage this through self love,… The Bar was created as a way to bring an inclusive and diverse skincare haven to one of the most vibrant communities in NYC. We aim to disapprove the taboo that skincare is meant solely as a luxury for one gender. We encourage this through self love, consistency, knowledge, and improved mental health habits.
Brenda Varela
Our Story
In 2017, I was faced with a decision: stay at a job that didn’t appreciate me, or forge a path of my own. You see, I was in a position where I was making a decent amount of money which allowed me to practice self care in ways I was never able to.… In 2017, I was faced with a decision: stay at a job that didn’t appreciate me, or forge a path of my own. You see, I was in a position where I was making a decent amount of money which allowed me to practice self care in ways I was never able to. But, there was an enormous gap and disconnect in each of these experiences. I didn’t see people who looked like me, not as employees and definitely not as customers. So something in my brain sparked. I wanted to create a space where people of color were celebrated, welcomed with open arms, and treated with the careful care that they needed. I embarked on a journey to pursue my passion for skincare. With my degrees in Mental Health, my passion for activism, and my love for skin and people- The Bar was born. An inclusive skincare haven for all.
