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MAYA JOHNSON ADMIN/social media
Maya developed her love for skincare around middle school. Unsure of how to treat her own hyperpigmentation; she started to research what causes pigmentation in POC and how to begin to treat what she believed was permanent pigmentation. She started to research and learn about the causes and treatments for pigmentation and was fascinated as she delved deeper into the science and study of skin. Always wanting to help others around her; she went to college for Education and then decided to attend Tricoci Univeristy of Beauty Culture to study Esthetics.
The more she learns regarding internal health + how to treat the skin holistically she feels her passion for this industry growing.
In her free time she works as a Production Manager, MUA, and Production assistant in Chicago.
ALYSSA PEREZ L.AC
Dr. Perez is a bilingual licensed acupuncturist and board certified herbalist. She holds a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from Pacific College of Health and Sciences and Bachelors in Biology and Psychology. Dr. Perez helps support patients experiencing pain/injury, stress, anxiety, and issues with digestion, menstruation, fertility, and immune health. She strives to create a safe space and empower patients to be in tune with themselves, and take an active role in their healing process.
sally philavong esthetician
While Sally graduated from business school and first worked in an office, her energy was directed toward beautification and arranging aesthetics through tasteful decoration. This complimented her innate love for art and health, influencing her to eventually redirect her work and pursue her true passions by enrolling in esthetician studies and focusing on skincare.
After graduating as an esthetician, Sally flew to Asia to launch her career while continuing with additional training. Throughout her pursuits, her approach went beyond honoring technical protocol and extended to considering her work as an art form. Just as creating a good piece of art, her core belief is to work with intention, meaning, and integrity. Sally’s strength is her ability to naturally marry these values and bring them into the skincare industry. Following her return to America, Sally began working with NŪR where she was able to further her influence within the industry.
Apart from esthetics, Sally enjoys her time in cozy coffee shops, reading, sketching, and hand-making dresses.
GRACE PENDERGRAST ADMIN ASSISTANT
A senior from Evanston Township High School, Grace serves as an assistant at NŪR Skincare. From meticulously analyzing client photos to writing and posting blogs, Grace is learning the skills and work ethic needed in the professional world. Grace is a dedicated student, balancing rigorous courses with extracurricular interests. Having found a passion in STEM courses, she hopes to pursue a career in a STEM field. Grace’s other school interests include creative writing and reading, which stand as hobbies in and out of school. From an early age, Grace has been passionate about leadership and community service. She spends much of her time at soup kitchens, clothing and food drives, and park clean ups.
Grace is also a passionate world traveler, having done service in Peru and traveled to Europe to study language. During her free time, Grace can be found baking, listening to music, watching movies, or spending time with family and friends.