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When you think of Palm Springs leisure culture, you might picture brunch under bougainvilleas, bachelorettes in matching linen, and endless poolside Aperols. But if you zoom in just a little closer, you’ll find one of the Coachella Valley’s most creative girl bosses — Valerie Giselle, licensed cosmetologist, nail artist, and certified vibe curator.

This isn’t a dream; it’s a sound bath. And here in Palm Springs, it’s become one of the most beloved rituals for travelers and locals alike seeking peace, healing, and balance.

At 24, Helaina is already the founder and face of Juicitini Bar, one of the Coachella Valley's freshest (literally) small businesses, slinging nutrient-packed juices and smoothies that taste as good as they look on the 'gram. But behind the pastel cups and cheeky names is a story that’s equal parts heart, hustle, and a little eight-year-old with a dream. We sat down with the Canadian-born, California-based wellness entrepreneur to talk juice, autoimmune journeys, and why s