A Licensed Esthetician's Journey

Long Before Esthetically Yours

Esthetically Yours by Jillian began long before I became a Licensed Esthetician- it started with my own relationship with skin, health, and wellness.

Even as a little girl, I was always drawn to nutrition and overall wellness. I was curious about how science, nutrition, fitness, and lifestyle affect the body as a whole. Long before I understood skincare on a professional level, I believed that feeling good on the inside played a huge role in how we show up on the outside.

That foundation followed me into my teenage years, when I began struggling with my own skin.

How My Skin Struggles Led Me to Esthetics

As a teenager, I struggled with ongoing skin issues that left me frustrated and constantly searching for answers. Like many people, I tried countless products and routines without truly understanding what my skin needed. In the process, I damaged my skin barrier by over-exfoliating and relying on harsh astringents, believing that “more” would fix the problem.

In my 20s, I moved to Florida fully expecting my skin would make some improvement through a little sunshine and saltwater. Instead, my skin became worse — not better. That unexpected shift sparked a deeper curiosity about skincare, ingredients, and environmental triggers, and forced me to ask a simple but powerful question: why?

Without realizing it at the time, I began self-educating in Esthetics. I gravitated toward all-natural ingredients and simple formulations, often creating face masks from raw honey and tea tree oil and making my own body scrubs at home. What started as curiosity quickly grew into a true passion for understanding how skin functions and how thoughtful, intentional care can restore balance.

Ingredient Awareness & Holistic Skin Health

I’ve always loved the science behind skincare — understanding formulations, ingredients, skin function and how the skin responds to different products. Combined with my long-standing interest in health and wellness, this helped me see skin not as something separate, but as a reflection of the body as a whole.

One of the biggest turning points in my journey was discovering I was allergic to an unexpected household product: Tide laundry detergent...this seems so silly but that experience was eye-opening and reinforced how sensitive skin can be, and how everyday products — even ones not applied directly to the face — can have a major impact on skin health and really my mental and emotional health.

Becoming a Licensed Esthetician

After having my second son, I began working at Massage Envy. Being immersed in a wellness-focused environment helped solidify what I already felt in my heart — that skincare and self-care were more than surface-level.

That experience pushed me to pursue esthetics professionally. I enrolled in esthetics school, became a licensed esthetician, and eventually created Esthetically Yours by Jillian.

What to Expect for your facial

Esthetically Yours by Jillian is built on the belief that skin health is deeply connected to lifestyle, stress, environment, and overall wellness. My approach focuses on clean, effective skincare, ingredient transparency, and personalized treatments that support long-term skin health.

I don’t believe in quick fixes or one-size-fits-all routines. I believe in education, intention, and working with the skin — not against it.

When you come in for a facial here’s what happens:

1. Assessment & Consultation: I evaluate your skin’s current condition — texture, hydration, sensitivity, and barrier health — and discuss your lifestyle, concerns, and goals. This ensures your treatment addresses the root causes, not just surface symptoms.

2. Cleansing & Preparation: Using gentle, ingredient-conscious products, I remove impurities while protecting the skin’s natural barrier. This step prepares your skin to fully benefit from the treatment.

3. Targeted Treatment: Whether it’s exfoliation, a mask, massage, or serum infusion, each step is chosen based on your skin’s physiology. For example:

   • Exfoliation is done thoughtfully to support natural cell turnover without damaging the barrier.

   • Extractions (if needed)

   • Massage and lymphatic techniques stimulate circulation and aid detoxification.

   • Nutrient-rich serums nourish and calm the skin on a cellular level.

   • Hydrate and moisturize to support healthy skin barrier

4. Personalized Finish: Your treatment concludes with hydration, sun protection, and guidance for your home routine. I explain how your skin responded during the session and recommend what will support its ongoing health.

   
   

Every facial is educational and intentional. You’ll leave not only feeling relaxed and rejuvenated, but also understanding how your skin functions and how to care for it properly.

A Personalized, Wellness-Driven Approach to Skincare

Every service I offer is rooted in care, trust, education, and consistency. My goal is to help clients feel confident, informed, and supported — never overwhelmed by trends or pressured into unnecessary products.

At Esthetically Yours by Jillian, I provide thoughtful, honest skincare in a space where you can slow down, reset, and truly feel cared for. Each facial, headspa, or treatment is designed to support your skin’s natural physiology — strengthening the barrier, improving circulation, calming inflammation, and promoting long-term balance.

But I also believe in something important:healthy skin is not a one-and-done experience.

While a single treatment can absolutely refresh and rejuvenate your skin, real transformation happens through consistency, proper home care, and continued guidance. Skin functions in cycles, and lasting results require intention and follow-up.

That’s why I focus not only on what happens in the treatment room, but also on what happens after you leave. I provide personalized aftercare recommendations and realistic timelines so we can build results together — not chase quick fixes.

If you—or someone you know—relate to this, or if you simply want to relax, reset, and feel pampered, I offer free 15-minute consultations. This is your opportunity to ask questions, explore treatment options, and receive personalized guidance for your skin.

No pressure. No overwhelm. Just care, consistency, and a plan designed specifically for you. 🤍

With Love & glowing skin,

Jillian

Esthetically Yours by Jillian