Live & Well

Brows have been shaped, overplucked, tattooed, and redefined for decades. In this episode of Live + Well, we sit down with celebrity brow expert Kristie Streicher to talk about her philosophy on brows and how her approach has evolved alongside changing trends.Kristie walks through her method to regrowth, microblading, tinting, and pigment correction, and explains why brow shape, texture, and patience matter more than perfection. This conversation is less about chasing trends and more about understanding brows, how they age, and how to work with what you have in a way that feels natural, realistic, and personal.Discover more from Live & Well on social.Watch this conversation on YouTube.For more stories, expert insights, and guidance on living well, visit latimes.com/live-well

Pilates is everywhere right now, but the practice itself is often misunderstood.In this episode of Live & Well, Liana Levi, founder of Forma Pilates, explains the fundamentals of Pilates and how and why the practice works when taught correctly. Known for its referral-based, highly personalized approach, Forma Pilates has built a following that includes Hollywood talent, fashion insiders, founders, and fitness fanatics alike.Liana breaks down the difference between reformer and mat Pilates, how often the practice should be done to see results, and why consistency matters more than intensity.Discover more from Live & Well on social.Watch this conversation on YouTube.For more stories, expert insights, and guidance on living well, visit latimes.com/live-well 

In this episode of Live & Well, host Melissa Magsaysay speaks with Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Cat Chang, whose precise technique, natural aesthetic philosophy, and high-profile clientele have positioned her as one of the leading voices in contemporary facial surgery.Dr. Chang traces her unexpected transition from transplant medicine to aesthetics, offering a rare look at why facial surgery requires both technical rigor and artistic vision. She outlines the critical questions every patient should ask before pursuing a facelift, clarifies what terms like “mini lift” and “deep plane” truly mean, and explains why thoughtfully evaluated before-and-after images provide far more insight than procedural buzzwords.

Elix founder Lulu Ge joins Melissa for a conversation on the benefits of Traditional Chinese Medicine and its ability to steady hormones, ease digestion, improve sleep and soften daily stress. Through personal stories and cultural wisdom, Lulu shows how an ancient approach can feel surprisingly modern, intuitive, accessible and genuinely supportive for women looking for real relief. Listen now for a grounded, benefit-rich take on feeling well from within.Discover more from Live & Well on social.Watch this conversation on YouTube.For more stories, expert insights, and guidance on living well, visit latimes.com/live-well

 From navigating perimenopause to building muscle and boosting mood, Burn LA founder Maria Chase and longevity expert Dr. Chris Asandra are here to break down the science of hormone balancing and share simple and effective strategies to feel your best at any age.In this episode of Live and Well, host Melissa Magsaysay talks with this dynamic duo about how infrared workouts, red-light therapy, and practicing hormonal awareness can efficiently transform your energy levels and back-track aging. Discover more from Live & Well on social.Watch this conversation on YouTube.For more stories, expert insights, and wellness inspiration, visit latimes.com/live-well