Beauty By Jen

A little lift, a little tint, a lot less effort in the morning ✨

A lash lift helps give your natural lashes a more lifted, curled appearance, while a tint adds depth and definition. Together, they can make your eyes look more open and your lashes look fuller without adding extensions.

They can be especially helpful if your lashes:
• grow straight or downward
• are light at the ends
• disappear without mascara
• need a little more shape and definition

And because this is all done using your natural lashes, the goal is always to enhance what you already have.

I also take my time with every service, assess your lashes first, and make sure the treatment is suited to you. Healthy lashes always come first.

If you’ve been curious about a lash lift and tint, this might be your sign to try one. Book at the link in my bio ❤️

If there’s one skincare ingredient that deserves a spot on your shelf, it’s retinol.

Retinol can help improve fine lines, uneven texture, enlarged pores, breakouts, pigmentation and overall skin tone, making it one of the hardest-working ingredients in a skincare routine.

At The Skin Clinic, we love Vivier Retinol because it delivers powerful results while being formulated with skin tolerance in mind. Less irritation means it is often easier to stay consistent with, and consistency is where retinol really earns its keep.

It also comes in different strengths, so if you’re new to retinol, we can help you start gradually and work your way up as your skin adjusts.

A little retinol reminder: start slowly, use it at night, wear SPF every morning, and check with your healthcare provider before use if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding.

Not sure where to start? We can help you choose the right strength for your skin.

Chemical peels can sound a little more dramatic than they actually are. 😉

For the right skin, they can be a great way to refresh dullness, improve uneven texture, target congestion and pigmentation, and give your skin a smoother, brighter overall appearance 🌟

One of the reasons we love Vivier Professional Peels is that we have two different strengths to work with, so there’s flexibility depending on your skin, your concerns and the level of resurfacing you’re looking for.

You can absolutely book your peel directly. If you’re unsure which option is best for you, a skincare consultation gives you more time to review your skin and goals with your provider and get a personalized recommendation.

Not sure where to start? Give us a call at the clinic and we can help point you in the right direction before you book.

If you’ve been peel-curious, fall is a pretty great time to start 🍂

Dead skin cells have overstayed their welcome ✌️

Vivier’s Illuminating Enzymatic Peel combines pineapple and papaya enzymes with glycolic acid, salicylic acid, retinol, Vitamin C and peptides to gently lift away dead surface skin cells while supporting smoother, brighter and more refined-looking skin.

And because clearing away that buildup also helps the rest of your routine work more efficiently, your serums and moisturizers get a better chance to do what you bought them to do in the first place.

It’s a leave-on treatment, 🧼 so there’s no rinsing required, and for most routines it can be used 2–3 evenings per week. If you’re also using retinol, we generally recommend alternating nights to help avoid unnecessary irritation ✨

A very good option for anyone wanting a little more glow, smoother texture and some extra help with the look of uneven pigmentation (without adding a complicated extra step to their routine).

Available at The Skin Clinic. If you’re not sure where it fits into your current skincare, ask us before adding it in. Give us a call or pop in and we’ll be happy to help you out!

September is already starting to fill up around here 👀

If you’ve been meaning to book your facial, peel, dermaplaning, brows, lashes (or a little time to yourself) this is your friendly reminder not to leave it too long.

I’ve shared my remaining September openings in the slides so you can have a peek at what’s still available and book at the link in my bio 🗓️ .

And as always, if you’re not quite sure what to book, give us a call. We’re happy to help you figure out the best option for you.

September tends to sneak up on us… and apparently, so do full appointment books. 🤍

A little reintroduction for anyone who’s new around here 👋

I’m Jen, esthetician at The Skin Clinic Antigonish, and I’ve been working in the beauty and esthetics industry for over 20 years.

After all this time, one of my favourite parts of what I do is still building genuine relationships with my clients 🤝

I’m a lifelong perfectionist, so I definitely notice the little details, but I also want every person who comes into my treatment room to feel comfortable, cared for and confident in the recommendations I’m giving them.

Facials and dermaplaning are still two of my favourite services to perform. I love treatments that give you that time to relax while also helping your skin look and feel its best 🌟

Outside the clinic, life is usually pretty busy with my husband and our two boys, lots of driving to soccer, and almost always a coffee in hand. ☕

Even after more than two decades in this industry, I’m still learning, refining and looking for ways to improve. Beauty trends may come and go, but making people feel good when they leave my treatment room never gets old.

If we haven’t met yet, I hope I get to welcome you in soon. 🤍