National Esthetician Day · October 15

The Hands Behind Your Glow

Today we celebrate the estheticians who care for your skin every day. Meet the team behind every facial, every treatment and every glow at Rivage — plus their favorite products, services and tips.

Adriana, esthetician at Rivage Day Spa Birmingham MI

Adriana

“Always prioritize your skin barrier, especially when using retinol or other active exfoliating ingredients.”

Favorite Product
PCA Skin Triple Exfoliation Peel Pads — skin looks so glowy and feels smooth, and it’s an easy step to add to your routine.
Favorite Service
Glo2 Facial — a great exfoliation with an instant glow.
Off the Clock
Reading. I love a good book!
Allison, esthetician at Rivage Day Spa Birmingham MI

Allison

“Don’t watch TikTok for your skincare advice, and don’t buy your skincare from Amazon.”

Favorite Product
Janssen Peptide Serum — my skin feels tighter and my tone looks far more even.
Favorite Service
Glo2 Facial — my go-to since we brought it to Rivage. The results speak for themselves.
Off the Clock
Coming home to a cozy house, the couch and some trash TV.
Chris, esthetician at Rivage Day Spa Birmingham MI

Chris

“A good neck cream is essential. And you get what you pay for: invest in effective ingredients and get regular facials, of course!”

Favorite Product
Guinot Bioxygene Face Cream — I love how it feels and covers. Some days it’s all I wear.
Favorite Service
HydraFacial Deluxe — I love pampering the client, and their skin always looks amazing.
Off the Clock
Traveling as often as I can to visit my children and grandchildren.
Kait, esthetician at Rivage Day Spa Birmingham MI

Kait

“Keep it simple and stay consistent. You don’t need a 10-step routine — find what works for your skin and stick with it.”

Favorite Product
PCA Skin Hyaluronic Acid Boosting Serum — hydrating and plumping without ever feeling heavy.
Favorite Service
HydraFacial with dermaplaning — instant results and deep relaxation, with that fresh, glowy feeling.
Off the Clock
Feeding the neighborhood squirrels with my husband. We have quite a few regulars!
Molly, esthetician at Rivage Day Spa Birmingham MI

Molly

“Always wear SPF, even on cloudy days. It’s one of the easiest ways to prevent premature aging.”

Favorite Product
PCA Skin Pro-Max Age Renewal — helps firm, lift and smooth for visible anti-aging results.
Favorite Service
HydraFacial — it deeply cleanses, exfoliates and hydrates, with massage and LED light therapy too.
Off the Clock
Antiquing!
Nahil, esthetician at Rivage Day Spa Birmingham MI

Nahil

“Always wash your face before bed.”

Favorite Products
Guinot Age Summum Cream — it lifts, hydrates and is anti-aging. And PCA Skin Pro-Max Age Renewal Serum.
Favorite Service
NuEra Skin Tightening — it hydrates, firms, tightens and promotes collagen.
Off the Clock
Music, shopping, walking, reading and watching my grandchildren.
Raegan, esthetician at Rivage Day Spa Birmingham MI

Raegan

“DOUBLE CLEANSE AT NIGHT! Whether it’s an oil, a balm or micellar water — it will change your life!”

Favorite Product
Janssen Magic Glow Serum — that “post-facial glow” we all love, in a bottle!
Favorite Service
Platinum HydraFacial — the best of the best, with lymphatic drainage, LED and a scalp massage.
Off the Clock
Thrift shopping, new coffee spots and restaurants, and playing with my puppy.
Sherri, esthetician at Rivage Day Spa Birmingham MI

Sherri

“Consistency over complexity. Use quality products, wear SPF every day, and choose professional treatments that fit your goals.”

Favorite Product
PCA Skin Pro-Max Age Renewal Serum — supports firmer, smoother-looking skin at home between treatments.
Favorite Service
NuEra Face & Neck — a comfortable, non-invasive radio-frequency treatment for firmness. I love watching results build over a series.
Off the Clock
Yoga — time to slow down, reset and focus on well-being.
Stefania, esthetician at Rivage Day Spa Birmingham MI

Stefania

“Ease into everything one step at a time. The habit will last longer and feel more normal.”

Favorite Product
PCA Skin Triple Exfoliation Pads — I’m really loving them right now.
Favorite Service
Glo2 Facial — the perfect mix of calming and efficacy.
Off the Clock
Cooking.
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