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Interview with Nathan Puksta

Nathan Puksta spent nearly 20 years in global beauty leadership at L’Oréal—he was their youngest GM—overseeing innovation for brands like Kiehl’s. But he’s also a trained stylist and esthetician. He knows both the boardroom and the salon chair, which is rare.

FILAMENT SCIENCES is a prestige, research-driven haircare company redefining hair health through high-performance, science-led formulations. Built at the intersection of laboratory innovation and professional expertise, the brand approaches hair as a dynamic material, one that changes based on color, chemical processing, and overall integrity. At the core of FILAMENT SCIENCES is its Adaptive Chemistry approach, a formulation philosophy based on the idea that molecules can respond to their environment. Because each hair fiber varies in structure and condition, FILAMENT SCIENCES engineers formulas that adapt intelligently, delivering targeted strength, repair, and performance where it’s needed most. With a focus on measurable outcomes, the brand is establishing a new standard in precision haircare centered on strength, resilience, and long-term hair health.

Interview with Amber Maynard

Amber Maynard is a hairstylist, educator, salon owner, and industry veteran with more than 20 years of experience. Having worn nearly every hat in the beauty industry, she began her career at Fred Segal Beauty, spent a decade at 901 Salon, and ultimately built her own successful salon business.

Known for her technical expertise, honest approach, and passion for innovation, Amber has worked with celebrity clients including Odessa A’Zion, Demi Lovato, and Rumer Willis. Today, she continues to collaborate with leading brands, educate fellow professionals, and help shape the future of the beauty industry.

Links:

• https://www.instagram.com/filamentsciences/
• https://www.instagram.com/alchemistamber/ 

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