Alchemy Skin Care features natural, chirally correct products from Sircuit Skin PRO Cosmeceuticals and Intelligent Nutrients in all skin care treatments. These amazing products contain no chemical parabens, artificial preservatives, colors, fillers or fragrance and are cruelty free.
I bring 9 years of experience to my skin care practice. I believe that my background in both holistic and medical esthetics helps me to better serve my clients. My goal is to help people balance their skin naturally to achieve a radiant complexion. Relax in our cozy treatment room, de-stress and enjoy the aroma of the organic ingredients in the masques and serums as they nourish your skin. Think of a treatment like a training session for your skin... you also need to maintain a good home care regimen for best results.
-Melissa
Hours
Skin care treatments are available by appointment Monday- Saturday.
Treatment Menu
Customized Signature Facial / $65
Our skin changes all the time... with the seasons, with hormones or life's stressors. That's why with each visit, we will consult to see what your skin needs right now. Whether your skin condition is sensitive, oily, acneic, dry or you want to address anti aging issues, each facial treatment is customized to your current needs. Your skin will be balanced and strengthened through the use of natural, organic ingredients, rather than stripping away its defenses with harsh products. You'll emerge refreshed and radiant.
The key elements of every Signature Facial are:
- deep cleansing to prepare skin to absorb nutrients
- gentle enzymatic exfoliation
- steam and/or warm towel compresses to soften skin
- thorough extractions, as needed, to clear congested pores
- massage techniques to promote circulation and relaxation
- masques to cleanse, exfoliate, calm and brighten
- concentrated serums and moisturizers to nourish and protect
Chirally Correct Facial Peel / $75
Don't let the phrase chemical peel scare you. This skin care treatment has the same format as the Signature Facial, but incorporates a chirally correct "peel" for complete, yet gentle exfoliation. Peels provide a light resurfacing of the skin which can help soften fine lines, boost collagen production, address acne breakouts & scarring and lighten hyper-pigmentation from sun damage. All of the formulas are naturally derived.
Teen Facial / $50
This includes a consultation that covers the importance of a good home care regimen. Treatment is an abbreviated version of the Signature facial that focuses on a deep cleansing masque with steam followed by acne extractions to help clear and heal blemished skin.
Lash or Brow Tint / $15
Enhance your eyes with temporary color on lashes & brows.
Brow Design / $15
Waxing & tweezing will shape brows to complement your facial features.
Waxing Lip or Chin $10 Underarm $25
About Melissa Boyer, Licensed Esthetician/ Owner
Melissa is a graduate of the Evergreen State College with a degree in Art & Language. Before esthetics, she worked in art gallery and boutique sales. After training at the Aveda Institute in Minneapolis, MN, she provided skin care and makeup services at Euphorium, Aveda Salon & Demi Spa. She also worked for Dr. James Brazil at Olympic Dermatology & Laser Clinic, performing laser and esthetic treatments before opening her own eco-luxe boutique and skin care studio, Home Body... which is now Alchemy. She also has master makeup artistry certification from Schweitzer Studios and Jane Iredale Mineral Cosmetics. She is the voice behind the blog on here as well... the Capricorn of Capricorn & Leo. Scroll to the page bottom for more on that.
Education
The Evergreen State College / Olympia, WA
Graduated, Bachelor of Arts, emphasis in Literature, Language and Fine Arts, 1994
Pratt Fine Arts Center / Seattle, WA
Jewelry Design, 2000
The Aveda™ Institute / Minneapolis, MN
Graduated, Esthiology Science, 2002
Training & Experience in Skin Analysis & Treatments, Massage Techniques including Acupressure Points and Lymphatic Drainage, Plant Aromaology, Facial & Body Hair Removal, Lash & Brow Tinting, Color Theory, Make-up & Artificial Lash Application
Schweitzer Makeup & Skincare Studios / Graham, WA
Master Artist Certificate, 2006
Makeup techniques on Bridal Beauty, Corrective Concealing, Diversity & Printwork
Professional Affiliations
The Evergreen Alumni Entrepreneur Assocation, member since 2008
National Cosmetology Association (NCA) member since 2007
Northwest Aesthetican Guild (NWAG) member since 2007
Continuing Education Workshops
Numerous trainings and certifications on product knowledge, usage and technology from Intelligent Nutrients™, The Bio Therapeutic™ Institute, Seattle Skin Care Symposium, Salon Life™, Jan Marini™, XTRAC™: Excimer Laser, PCA™ Skin Biology & Chemical Peel, Levulan™ Photo Dynamic Therapy, Clarisonic™ Certified Educator, Candela™ Laser, Jane Iredale Mineral Cosmetics™, Skin Ceuticals™, Skin Medica™, Lumenis™ Laser: Lt Sheer Diode & Intense Pulsed Light and Aveda™: Facial & Lymph Techniques.