Model & Actress Monica Olsen
Monica Olsen began her career as a model at age 14 when she was discovered by a scout at a local charity fashion event. A few years later, determined to pursue her dream, she moved to New York City where her career as model Monica Olsen was taken to a whole new level. In 1997, Monica caught the eye of world-famous photographer Peter Beard at a South Hampton nightclub. With her newfound confidence, she signed with one of NYC’s top agencies, and almost overnight was propelled into the world of high fashion and runway life. Monica jetted between NYC and Milan, and even briefly lived in Madrid. At nearly 6 feet tall, this voluptuous beauty with striking features and a captivating presence has been featured in countless magazine layouts and covers such as Elle, Cosmopolitan, Photo, Maxim, Cafe, Gear, FHM, Arena and Fitness Rx (among others). Olsen also has made appearances on a number of North American talk shows, as well as a number of European talk shows and game shows. Monica's professionalism, worldliness and striking beauty have enabled her to land national and international ad campaigns, commercials, and billboards, successfully representing brands as a product spokesperson and model. She has done campaigns for Bruno Magli, Vuarnet, Sigrid Olsen, De Beers, Helmut Lang, Terry Mugler and many more. In 2001 she appeared on a giant billboard in New York Times Square. In 2002, she moved to L.A. to pursue a career in film. As an actress, Monica Olsen most recently appeared in the star-studded comedy The Hot Chick, alongside Rachel McAdams, Rob Schneider and Adam Sandler. She also shot a commercial for Formula1 (Monte Carlo) that aired throughout Europe. In 2003, after residing in Los Angeles for only one year, she was voted Fresh Face of 2003. While Monica continues to land modeling jobs, she is avidly pursuing a career in film and television. After graduating from an intensive acting program from the New York Film Academy, Monica now continues to hone her craft in Los Angeles at the Larry Moss Studios (The Edgemar Center for the Arts). 2008 Promises to be a big year for Monica with the new launch of her website – her new book, workout video and swimsuit calendar as well as her new line of baby wear Sweet Potato Tickle Toes.
Today Monica lives in Southern California with her loving husband and two baby girls. Monica is an avid skier and a yoga devotee, pet lover and loving mom. In her limited spare time she loves to hang out with her daughters, taking them to the park and the zoo, and likes to read particularly non fiction. She also loves to take dance lessons whenever possible. She has an affinity for languages and art. She speaks five languages fluently. Her goal is to speak up to 10 languages fluently. One thing is sure, behind those mysterious eyes lies a determination and confidence that is unprecedented - there isn't a challenge too great for this shining star.
The story behind Skin by Monica Olsen
A little over two years ago while pregnant with her first daughter, Monica began to seek-out skin care products that were organically and environmentally pure. Unable to find products that met her high standards, she decided to create her own. Even though it began as a brand specifically designed for baby’s delicate skin, Monica (who has often been approached and asked how she takes care of her skin and believes everyone should treat their skin as if it were baby’s skin) finally decided to create her own signature line. The secret behind her flawless complexion is now available for men, women, and baby.
This unique line offers an easy-to-use step-by-step program to be used in conjunction with a full line of ingestibles such as bowel cleansers, Omega 3-6-9, HA Skin Formula with CoQ10 (the most powerful antioxidant on the market) to name a few. As president of the company, Monica believes that, “an effective skin care line should only take a few minutes a day.” Making a line that is practical and easy to use drives every step of the development process. "This line was clearly developed with moms like me in mind.” Another group she appeals to is the frequent-traveler. Monica has been focused on developing an easy-to-use, TSA-approved travel kit with small, travel-size 2 oz. bottles for those frequent travelers so they can take the program with them wherever they go. “It is great for people like me who travel quite a bit. Let’s face it, flying has become a pain. I want to make it easy for people.” The jet set travel kits for men women and baby are now available.
