Agent Woman Allison McNamara
Agent Woman
[ey-juhnt woo m-uh n] adjective
A woman who embodies the spirit of truth, authenticity and ingenuity. She lives her potential, embracing her unique gifts and shining her light to consciously create a better world. As an Agent of beauty and inspiration, she is a woman admired by our founder, Jena Covello.
Meet Agent Woman, (who gives us Lana Del Rey vibes) Allison McNamara. Allison is the founder of clean beauty line, MARA. Her algae-infused skincare line is loaded with superfood ingredients that will make your skin sing. Just ask Hailey Bieber, who swears by MARA’s Algae Enzyme Cleansing Oil.
Name: Allison McNamara
Instagram: @allisonmcnamara
Daily Uniform: A white button down or tee, relaxed jeans, and loafer mules. Hair in some sort of claw or bun, and my Prada bag.
AM ritual: I start with The 5-Minute Gratitude Journal, room temperature water with lemon, my skincare routine, and a fresh air walk with my dog. I *try* not to look at my email until 8 a.m., so I at least have some time with my own thoughts before I become inundated with other people’s.
PM wind down: Since the pandemic hit, I’ve been working out in the evening after work to take my mind off anything that happened that day. I love Core Club Pilates by Pilates by Amanda. We then usually cook dinner, watch an episode or two of whatever TV show we’re on, and then I finish off the evening with my skincare routine, The 5-Minute Journal, and reading (currently reading Cosmos). Sometimes I’ll add in a beauty tool like derma rolling, facial massage or LED light facial.
Something that helps you stay in a positive mindset: Positive thinking attracts positive outcomes, so I always try to look for the bright side instead of rushing to all of the things that could go wrong. I’ve noticed that the more I think things will go wrong, the more they do go wrong. What you think becomes reality, so be careful with your thoughts.
A life changing realization that you’ve had: How real manifestation is. Showing up, being consistent, doing the work and manifesting is the recipe for getting the life you want.
A wellness expert who has significantly helped you: I love following Dr. Will Cole, Dr. Junger, and Jena Covello! I also adore everyone at Vie Healing, the place that first introduced me to the wonders of acupuncture and have helped regulate everything from my cycle and digestion to sleeping and hormones.
Favorite wellness/beauty book: Sapiens. Not really wellness but a great read for the mind about where we came from.
Go-to stress remedy: Headspace app or a workout/walk with my dog. I also use my Apple watch to do breathing exercises throughout the day when I get news or an email that sets me off.
Supplements you can’t live without: I take my MARA Sea Vitamin C Glow daily which has 500mg vitamin C and our organic blend of moringa, reishi, ginseng, turmeric, chlorella and spirulina. I love magnesium and ashwagandha to wind down.
Three things you’re really into right now: Facial essences, TikTok and remodeling my house
Top three favorite online shops: Credo Beauty, Ulla Johnson and Shop Amber Interiors
Top three Instagram accounts for inspiration:
Your ultimate indulgence: I love lemon anything. Especially lemon pasta or lemon desserts.
Three things you’re grateful for: My health, my family, and friends. And having my own business that doesn’t feel like work.
Must-have Agent Nateur product (only if you’ve used it before): holi (water), holi (stick) deodorant, and the body oil are all NEXT LEVEL good. I first learned about Jena and Agent via my Pilates instructor Amanda Kassar, who I bought the rose deodorant from and never looked back. Been using it ever since it’s so good. I’m new into essences and I’m really loving holi (water).
Instagram: @allisonmcnamara
Daily Uniform: A white button down or tee, relaxed jeans, and loafer mules. Hair in some sort of claw or bun, and my Prada bag.
AM ritual: I start with The 5-Minute Gratitude Journal, room temperature water with lemon, my skincare routine, and a fresh air walk with my dog. I *try* not to look at my email until 8 a.m., so I at least have some time with my own thoughts before I become inundated with other people’s.
PM wind down: Since the pandemic hit, I’ve been working out in the evening after work to take my mind off anything that happened that day. I love Core Club Pilates by Pilates by Amanda. We then usually cook dinner, watch an episode or two of whatever TV show we’re on, and then I finish off the evening with my skincare routine, The 5-Minute Journal, and reading (currently reading Cosmos). Sometimes I’ll add in a beauty tool like derma rolling, facial massage or LED light facial.
Something that helps you stay in a positive mindset: Positive thinking attracts positive outcomes, so I always try to look for the bright side instead of rushing to all of the things that could go wrong. I’ve noticed that the more I think things will go wrong, the more they do go wrong. What you think becomes reality, so be careful with your thoughts.
A life changing realization that you’ve had: How real manifestation is. Showing up, being consistent, doing the work and manifesting is the recipe for getting the life you want.
A wellness expert who has significantly helped you: I love following Dr. Will Cole, Dr. Junger, and Jena Covello! I also adore everyone at Vie Healing, the place that first introduced me to the wonders of acupuncture and have helped regulate everything from my cycle and digestion to sleeping and hormones.
Favorite wellness/beauty book: Sapiens. Not really wellness but a great read for the mind about where we came from.
Go-to stress remedy: Headspace app or a workout/walk with my dog. I also use my Apple watch to do breathing exercises throughout the day when I get news or an email that sets me off.
Supplements you can’t live without: I take my MARA Sea Vitamin C Glow daily which has 500mg vitamin C and our organic blend of moringa, reishi, ginseng, turmeric, chlorella and spirulina. I love magnesium and ashwagandha to wind down.
Three things you’re really into right now: Facial essences, TikTok and remodeling my house
Top three favorite online shops: Credo Beauty, Ulla Johnson and Shop Amber Interiors
Top three Instagram accounts for inspiration:
Your ultimate indulgence: I love lemon anything. Especially lemon pasta or lemon desserts.
Three things you’re grateful for: My health, my family, and friends. And having my own business that doesn’t feel like work.
Must-have Agent Nateur product (only if you’ve used it before): holi (water), holi (stick) deodorant, and the body oil are all NEXT LEVEL good. I first learned about Jena and Agent via my Pilates instructor Amanda Kassar, who I bought the rose deodorant from and never looked back. Been using it ever since it’s so good. I’m new into essences and I’m really loving holi (water).
