HALO42 was instead born at the intersection of beauty, mental wellness, and the simple yet radical act of self-love. Co-founded by Mark A. Turnipseed, a mental wellness advocate and author, and Tim Quinn, a renowned makeup artist and former VP of Armani Beauty, HALO42 is more than a skincare brand—it’s a movement toward wholeness.

For Tim, beauty has always been about more than makeup. After decades in the fashion industry and a courageous battle with cancer, he began to seek something deeper—a form of beauty that heals rather than hides. For Mark, the journey was different but no less transformative. As a man who once felt excluded from the world of beauty, coming out and stepping into the skincare space was an act of reclaiming joy and redefining masculinity.

Together, they envisioned a brand that would celebrate all identities, inspire radical self-acceptance, and help people feel good in their own skin—literally and emotionally. At the heart of HALO42 is copaiba, a powerful botanical that calms inflammation and restores balance to the skin. But the real magic is in the brand’s soul: an invitation to care for yourself not just on the surface, but in the ways that matter most thereby building mental health awareness around beauty and self-worth.

Mark’s journey with copaiba began when it became a lifesaving solution during his battle with COPD, offering an alternative to CBD to manage inflammation while training for Ironman races. This powerful resin not only supported his health but also inspired the vision behind Halo42.

After founding the brand, Mark and Tim embarked on a global quest to uncover the world’s most exceptional skincare secrets. Their journey led them to Brazil, a land celebrated for its rich beauty traditions and glowing, radiant skin. There, they discovered the wonder of copaiba, a precious resin revered for its unparalleled benefits in skincare.

Immersing themselves in the ancient plant medicine practices of the region, they learned from local experts about copaiba’s unique ability to reduce inflammation, promote healing, and restore balance to the skin. This wisdom became the foundation of Halo42’s signature formulations.

With a shared passion for blending the artistry of beauty with the science of wellness, Mark and Tim meticulously crafted a luxurious skincare line, enriched with the transformative essence of copaiba. The result? Halo42—a brand that redefines skincare by connecting inner wellness with outer radiance, offering products that inspire beauty from the inside out.