At Skin Wise, we have always believed that a treatment should be more than something you book. It should be something you feel. Over the years, one thing I have noticed time and time again in the treatment room is that clients rarely leave feeling exactly as they arrived. Yes, their skin looks refreshed. Yes, tension has been released. But there is often something else - a softer expression, slower breathing, relaxed shoulders and a sense of calm that wasn’t there when they first walked through the door. This is where the conversation around the nervous system becomes so interesting. Modern life asks a lot from us. We are constantly connected, stimulated and moving from one responsibility to the next,...
February is famously the month of love, but at Skin Wise, we believe the most important love story starts with how you feel in your own skin. This month, we are head-over-heels for our latest bridal feature: Tereza. For many brides, the journey to the altar involves a long list of "to-dos," but for Tereza, it was about healing. After a difficult battle with adult acne and years of feeling let down by treatments that caused more harm than good, she arrived at Skin Wise seeking more than just a facial, she was seeking a transformation in confidence. From hiding behind foundation for a decade to walking down the aisle (twice!) with a radiant, natural glow, Tereza’s story is a...
Welcome to the Founder’s Series. A behind the scenes look at Skin Wise, inspired by treatment room conversations and marking four years since we opened our doors. From my fifteen years industry experience, I’ll be sharing what I’m noticing on clients skin, the quetions I'm often asked, products I’m trialling and the routines and techniques I trust to deliver real, lasting results. Grab a cuppa or save for your next commute, because this first edition is long! What I’m Noticing on Clients Skin (First Weeks Back in January) The start of the year always shows the effects of winter, stress and lifestyle. Tired, sensitive, dull skin and congestion are common. I’ve been focusing on gentle exfoliation, circulation and lymphatic drainage...
To kick-start our new year, we are so excited to introduce our first featured bride of 2026, Erika. There is no better way to head into a fresh season than by celebrating a bride who truly embraced the process and came out glowing on the other side.When Erika first visited Skin Wise, she was looking for more than just a quick fix - she wanted to understand her skin. Under Katie’s expert guidance, she transformed her routine into a personalized ritual, preparing her for a stunning celebration on Bainbridge Island. From navigating long-haul flights to embracing the unpredictable Pacific Northwest weather, Erika’s journey is a beautiful testament to how the right prep leads to an effortless glow. Tell us about...
Sara’s Skin Wise journey began long before wedding plans - built on trust, consistency and a shared commitment to glowing, healthy skin. When she decided to elevate her routine into a bridal plan, it felt like a natural next step. Each monthly treatment brought her skin more balance, resilience and radiance, leaving her confident and luminous for her beautiful destination wedding day. Tell us about your Skin Wise Journey. I had worked with Katie since she opened her salon maybe a year in at that point beforedeciding to go on the ultimate skin prep journey with her for my wedding. She was the first facialist in Amsterdam I fully trusted after trying A LOT of different ones. She truly cared about understanding...
