CARA STUDIOS
Skincare and Brow Bar
Nominated as one of the Best Estheticians, Best Skincare Studios, and Best Wax Studios in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 by the San Diego Reader and
2024 for Best Beauty Service by San Diego Magazine!
My name is Cara and I have been an esthetician and brow artist for over 17 years. I have Rosacea myself and understand the relationship between internal and topical skin healing. My passion for mending skin concerns has taken me to trainings across the country including NYC, Los Angeles, and studying abroad in Paris.
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We offer a variety of massage styles and modalities with the healing and holistic approach in mind using
"Cleani-cal" and superbotanical products.
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Myself and my team are here for all of your beauty needs and questions.
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Feel free to get in touch!
ABOUT
Hello Gorgeous!
Since starting out in 2008, my focus has been to match each client with the right combination of home care and "above maintenance" services to help them look and feel their best, with stress relief and relaxation being just as important.
Born in Missouri (Midwest manners ya'll!) I spent 7 years of my career at the most luxurious day spa in St. Louis before moving to San Diego in 2015 and opening my studio in North Park in 2019. I expanded to the beautiful La Jolla Village with a team in August of 2024.
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I treat all skin types and conditions and have certifications and advanced trainings with numerous skincare brands.
I have an Acne certification from Face Reality and also an
Acne Detectives certification from Canada.
I curate safe treatments for multicultural skin types with trainings from Joelle Lee (hello Michelle Obama's esthetician!).
I have advanced training for scar revision and anti-aging concerns with Procell Therapies Microchanneling.
Careful education for safe peeling with PCA Skin, Face Reality, Environ Skincare and BioRePeel.
I traveled to Paris to learn Buccal Massage where the technique was created. I am also a Level 1 trained Sculptural Face Lifting therapist by world renowned Yakov Gershkovich. I also have a certification in myofascial release massage or better known as "Skin Rolling".
I also understand Oncology Safe skincare as I have studied the needs of cancer patients for over a decade and worked with PCA Skincare to provide their Oncology Skincare Kits to young adult cancer patients at no cost. I have educated my team on the unique needs of oncology safe treatments.
I founded and operated a Young Adult focused cancer non-profit to provide financial support and mental health awareness for the underrepresented age group. This was a profound and rewarding decade of my life while also working full time in a medical spa.
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Our facials are mindful and nurturing to help you feel calm and more balanced as stress relief is very important in healing skin.
I hope you will visit this little place of calm I have created for you.
SERVICES
FACIALS & CHEMICAL PEELS
Your facials begin with a calming ritual to relax your mind before your treatment.
Each skincare service will be customized to your needs and are organized by Levels. If you don't know where to start, book the
B L I S S Facial.
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Environ Medical Grade Skincare
IsClincial Skincare
Face Reality
Level 1 Sculptural Face Lifting Method by Yakov Gershkovich.
Lymphatic Drainage and Rejuvenating Massage Certification
from Via Skincare Los Angeles.
Buccal Massage Certifications
CELLSTORY "Liquid Needling" from Korea
BioRePeel from Italy
PCA Peel Certified Professional
Pregnancy and Oncology Safe Facials
Procell Therapies Micro-Channeling
Dermaplaining
MicroCurrent
Nanoinfusion
Celluma LED Light Therapy
WAXING
Facial Waxing, Tinting, & Brow Laminations Available
Celeste is our skilled licensed esthetician who joined us from
Benefit Cosmetics upon their closing after decades in the village.
Visit the menu for more details. Walk-ins welcome!
CONTACT
Appointments recommended
Walk Ins Welcome
Closed Sundays (for now)
909 Prospect St STE 100E
La Jolla, CA 92037
The entrance faces Fay Ave
Street Parking Only
Paid lot options are below and across the street.
Text Preferred 619.415.9608