From Suffering to Solving
My Journey from Acne Patient to Skincare Professional
The Mirror Moment
I remember staring in the mirror each morning, layering on concealer and foundation, knowing that no matter how carefully I applied my makeup, my acne would still be visible. Like many of my clients today, I lived with the constant awareness that my skin was the first thing people noticed about me – and not in the way anyone would want.
The Turning Point
Fresh out of college with my first corporate job, I was still battling breakouts that made going makeup-free seem impossible. The dermatologist rounds, the prescriptions, the routines – nothing clicked until I discovered aesthetic treatments. The careful scheduling, personalized home care, and strategic follow-ups were a world apart from my previous experiences. Four months later, I saw clear skin in the mirror for the first time in years.
From Patient to Professional
That transformation changed my life's direction. In 2008, I became a Licensed Aesthetician in New Orleans, but I knew basic training wasn't enough. I pursued advanced training with industry pioneers like Dr. James E. Fulton, studied Cosmetic Chemistry at UCLA Extension, and began developing my own formulations. Each step was driven by a simple question: what would have helped me during my struggles? Over nearly eighteen years, my practice has evolved alongside my own skin journey - from focusing primarily on acne to developing sophisticated protocols that address the overlap of breakouts, sensitivity, and the natural changes of aging. This comprehensive expertise has proven invaluable for clients navigating multiple concerns simultaneously, and has allowed me to develop my skill in customizing each and every treatment, treatment plan, and home care strategy, for profound positive skin changes that bring side benefits, not side effects.
Where I Am Today
Today, in my eighteenth year and having created several iterations of my practice, you’ll find me at Spa Aeon in Atlanta, where I focus on helping people with acne and sensitive skin navigate their path to healing and rejuvenation. While my acne journey began my career, watching my own facial changes with the passage of birthdays has deepened my understanding of another profound skin struggle - the disconnect between how we feel inside and what we see in the mirror with age. I’ve redoubled my efforts to provide safe, effective treatments that truly stimulate skin to look and act younger than its chronological age. Every new technology I evaluate, every treatment protocol I develop, is filtered through both my professional expertise and personal experience.
More Than Skin Deep
This isn't just about clear skin – it's about freedom. Freedom to wake up and face the day without an hour of careful concealing. Freedom to focus on your achievements rather than your appearance. Freedom to simply be yourself. Just as acne can make us want to hide, the signs of aging can make us feel like strangers to ourselves. That gradual loss of recognition in our own reflection is something I've experienced personally and see daily in my practice. I've learned that truly effective rejuvenation isn't about erasing time, but about restoring the harmony between how vital we feel and how our skin reflects that vitality
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What's Ahead
Through these articles, I'll share the insights I've gained from nearly two decades in aesthetic care. We'll explore the science behind effective treatments, debunk common skincare myths, and discuss breakthrough technologies that actually deliver results. We'll explore how understanding the science of aging skin has revolutionized our ability to maintain not just health, but the natural vibrancy that makes each face unique. Whether you're currently struggling with skin issues or passionate about understanding skin health at a deeper level, I'm here to be your guide.
Welcome to my world of clinical skincare. Let's transform it together.