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Pigmentation + fine lines? This might be one of my favourite treatment combinations.

The KRX Mela Pro Cold Peel is designed to target uneven tone, dullness and stubborn pigmentation without relying on an overly aggressive approach to resurfacing the skin.

I pair it with the KRX Thread Fill Ampoule to give the skin that hydrated, plump, glassy finish while supporting the appearance of fine lines and overall texture.

So instead of choosing between “brightening” and “anti-aging,” we’re working on both at the same time.

Think:
brighter, more even-looking skin
softer-looking pigmentation
smoother texture
hydration + bounce
that fresh, healthy glow without stripping the barrier

Because pigment treatments don’t need to mean destroying your skin barrier to get results.

Save this if pigmentation, melasma or post-acne marks are on your skin goals list.

POV: you’re trying to run a beauty business AND somehow become a full-time content creator at the same time 😂

In all seriousness, creating content for your business is basically a job of its own.

Planning the shot, remembering to actually film while you’re working, getting the lighting right, taking before + afters, editing everything, writing captions… and then doing it all over again next week.

Lauren and I try to grab content for each other whenever we can because having someone there who understands the assignment makes SUCH a difference.

And a huge thank you to every single client who lets us photograph or film their appointments. Whether it’s a Korean lash lift, brow service, facial, or just a little behind-the-scenes clip, you’re helping us more than you probably realize.

Those photos and videos allow us to show our work, educate future clients, grow our businesses and give people a real look at what an appointment with us actually feels like.

So yes… sometimes the treatment ends and immediately it’s:
“Okay wait. Don’t move. The lighting is PERFECT.” 📸

Beauty professionals get it.

In order for us to achieve true results that last around the eye area- the fascia needs to be broken up + softened. I will always work on the fascia before finishing with lymphatic drainage to really let go of everything that is stagnant. Let me know in the comments if you’ve tried one of these facials before 👇🏻

Her eyes 😍🤍

There is something so incredibly rewarding about watching a student take everything you’ve poured into them… and run with it.

Watching Lauren build her business has been one of those full-circle moments for me.

She has put in the work.
She has practiced.
She has asked the questions.
She has stayed consistent.
And most importantly, she has actually implemented the guidance she’s been given.

And now I get to watch her confidence grow, her work get better and better, her books fill, and her business start becoming something that is truly hers.

This is why my trainings have never been about teaching someone a service and sending them on their way.

I care about what happens after the training.
I care about whether you feel confident when you’re working alone.
I care about your client experience, your content, your branding, your pricing, your technique and whether you actually know how to turn a new skill into a business.

Because learning the skill is only the beginning.

Lauren, I am so proud of you. Watching you trust the process, show up for yourself and build this from the ground up has been pretty special.

And we’re only getting started. 🤍

If you’re feeling ready to take on a new skill and build something that’s completely yours from the ground up- I’m here to help. Genuinely love watching a woman step into her power ✨

If your skin is congested, I want you to look at more than just your pores.

Because sometimes “congestion” is happening in more places than one.

If you’re barely pooping, constantly bloated, stressed, under-eating, sleeping poorly, running on caffeine, or your blood sugar is all over the place… I’m not surprised when your skin starts struggling too.

That does NOT mean every breakout is caused by your gut or hormones. Acne is complex. But your skin does not exist separately from the rest of your body.

If I were working on clearing acne, I’d be looking at:

• Are you having regular bowel movements?
• Are you getting enough fiber every day?
• Are you actually eating enough protein?
• Are you eating enough overall?
• Are you getting leafy greens, berries, seeds and omega-3 rich foods?
• Are you supporting your gut with prebiotic + probiotic foods?
• Are you sleeping deeply enough to recover?
• Are you chronically stressed?
• Are you moving your body and supporting circulation?
• Are your iron/ferritin levels where they should be?
• Is there a hormonal pattern to your breakouts?
• And yes… what are you putting on your skin every single day?

Your body has systems designed to eliminate waste. Your liver, kidneys and digestive tract do the heavy lifting, but regular bowel movements matter.

So when someone tells me they haven’t pooped properly in days AND they’re dealing with stubborn congestion, inflammation and breakouts… I’m asking questions.

Not because you need another “detox.”

Because we need to understand what your body is actually doing.

This is why I will always look at skin from the outside AND the inside.

Skincare matters.
Ingredients matter.
Treatments matter.

But so do your meals, sleep, stress, digestion, hormones and everyday habits.

Save this and come back to it the next time you feel like you need to throw another acne product at your face. 🤍

People remember how you make them feel, and I don’t take that lightly.

A facial can change the way your skin looks, but for me, the experience has always been just as important as the result.

I want you to leave with calmer skin, softer features, less tension in your face and that feeling of finally exhaling after holding everything together all week.

Every treatment is customized to what your skin needs that day, combining intentional skin therapy with techniques that support circulation, lymphatic flow, facial tension and overall skin health.

And then there’s the glow. 🤍

Healthy skin isn’t about chasing perfection. It’s about creating an environment where your skin can function, heal and look its best.

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