“You leave completely ‘beauty stoned’ — it’s otherworldly and you’re lifted and completely refreshed and revitilized. I never get more compliments than after I’ve left her care.”
I believe real beauty lives within each of us and so my “beauty” treatments aren’t typical, they go beyond just your face to take your whole person into account. My goal in these treatments is that you get off the table feeling happy and aligned with who you see in the mirror. Yes your skin will glow and be lifted, but even more important you will feel good.
Each treatment is customized to meet your individual goals and needs but some things you may expect in a session include; facial cupping, facial gua sha, LED lights, tunings forks, facial reflexology and Reiki. The modalities offered work to eliminate tension while increasing collagen and circulation so that your most radiant self shines through. It is my passion to offer non-invasive beauty treatments that bridge the divide between beauty and health. Current facial offerings include; Facial Acupuncture, Facial Gua Sha, & Facial Sculpting with Buccal Massage.
QI BEAUTY MATRIX™
Gold plated static magnets are placed on the face to create an electromagnetic field that effects skin processes just below the skin. Each treatment is customized for your specific needs, but can address and benefit fine lines and wrinkles, skin hydration, inflammation, stagnation and discoloration. These treatments are deeply relaxing and can be combined with LED lights and body acupuncture.
FACIAL ACUPUNCTURE
In this treatment acupuncture points are needled on the face and body to support the needs of your skin and body systems. Facial acupuncture is paired with Celluma LED light therapy to heal cells and boost interstitial fluids. This treatment also combines facial cupping, gua sha and reflexology to relax, release, lift and support.
FACIAL GUA SHA
This is an in depth facial massage using the wisdom and technology of Chinese medicine. By increasing the free flow of qi and blood the skin has an opportunity to heal. This session usually incorporates body acupuncture to support your systemic needs. This is a deep liminal journey that will leave you changed in face and spirit. For those who like a back treatment, book Facial Gua Sha with Body Cupping.
FACIAL GUA SHA & THAI POULTICE
This treatment combines the wisdom of Chinese medicine and gua sha with the benefits of Thai poultice. Herbal poultices are steamed and used on the neck and face to release tension, sculpt and lift. I combine poultice with gua sha to complement and magnify results. This session usually incorporates body acupuncture to support your systemic needs.
FACIAL SCULPTING WITH BUCCAL MASSAGE
This treatment is beloved by those with jaw tension. Through facial massage techniques including intra-oral massage facial tension is released, the face is sculpted and lifted and the spirit is opened. This treatment may include facial cupping, gua sha and reflexology.
“The first time I received facial acupuncture from Samantha, I was transported into a deep state of relaxation. The combination of Led light therapy and the needles allowed me to relax my nervous system. The after effects of the treatment are especially apparent, as my lymphatic system drains toxins from my skin. My skin always looks better after a treatment with Samantha, with additional glow and vibrancy!”
“I’ve had a profound shift in how I am considering my face. It’s like I’ve come into much more alignment with my physical self and my values. Oddly - I never considered my face deserved love. It’s so strange and wonderful. ”
PRIVATE GUA SHA CLASS
Facial gua sha is an ancient practice that supports your health and glow at the same time. Facial gua sha relaxes tension in facial muscles, increases circulation and lymphatic drainage resulting in a relaxed and sculpted face. Whether you are a Gua Sha novice, have taken one of my classes or a professional, these sessions are to meet you where you are in your practice. If you are new to facial gua sha we will go over a basic homecare protocol and if you have some experience we will spend time finessing your technique, getting more detailed in your practice and answering any questions you have.
For this class you will need to have a Gua Sha tool, a hydrosol and oil, I like the H shape for beginners, but we can adapt and work with any tool you have.