Illuminata Skin Care

 

 

CYNTHIA QUAN, Owner/Esthetician

Cynthia Quan, founder of Illuminata Skin Care, left a pressure-cooker corporate career path when she realized her calling. The San Francisco native was a continual acne sufferer and avowed sun worshipper, stuck in a vicious cycle of covering up her dehydrated, hyperpigmented, acne-irritated skin with heavy doses of foundation that made the embarrassing breakouts even worse.

Her skin was a mess.

With nothing left to lose, Cynthia resolved to find a solution that didn't rely upon topical medications and expensive foundations. She began a regimen of regular facials with the goal of achieving healthy, glowing skin - and never wearing foundation again. Under the guidance of a talented mentor esthetician, these facials using gentler, botanical-based treatments yielded some dramatic improvements.

Eventually, Cynthia gleefully disposed of every bottle of foundation and topical acne treatment she owned.

She was so affected by the visible change in her own skin, Cynthia decided to dedicate her career to helping others suffering from similar skin conditions - from dehydrated and blotchy to confused and congested skin. Now a skilled and licensed esthetician, she has developed her own approach to restorative skin care that bridges the gulf between soothing-but-ineffective spa treatments and harsh, results-driven clinical treatments.

Cynthia's results-oriented method eschews harsh chemicals and detergents, so don't expect to undergo invasive peels or microdermabrasion. Do expect to enjoy a relaxing Illuminata skin treatment that will gently lead you towards achieving radiant and more youthful-looking skin.