As the joyful owner of Vanilla Sugar, a published author, and the host of the Bombshell Beauty Rituals podcast, I am deeply passionate about helping individuals whose skin concerns impact their emotional well-being. My clientele encompasses both teenagers and adults, and I craft personalized treatment plans that encompass a blend of in-spa therapies and at-home product regimens.
My Approach
My primary focus revolves around clients facing age management treatments, severe acne, extensive acne scarring, and pigmentation issues stemming from various sources, including acne, scars, hyperpigmentation due to melasma, sun damage, and acne. It's essential to understand that addressing these skin conditions necessitates a commitment to a series of treatments, typically commencing with around six sessions, coupled with the diligent use of recommended homecare products. In cases of severe acne leading to scarring, a series of scar reduction treatments may be required. Even after completing these treatments, periodic maintenance sessions and continued use of recommended homecare products are crucial. My ultimate goal is to help you achieve healthy skin and provide guidance for maintaining it.
Throughout our journey together, we will document your progress through pictures and images, showcasing your transformation towards healthier skin. I am fully dedicated to delivering results that offer a valuable return on your investment.
What I do and don’t do
As for skincare treatments, I only focus on corrective work. I am passionate about working with anyone ready to go on a journey. I don’t do the typical “spa facial,” even though I enjoy receiving them, and many of our other estheticians perform them. I do not offer entire body waxing services but do offer female and male Brazilian waxing, with a few add-ons such as brow waxing, nose waxing, ear waxing, and underarm waxing to the Brazilian treatment.
If you are scheduling skincare/facial appointments with me, I will recommend products to use at home to give you the best possible results you are looking for. To change your skin takes a commitment. It’ll take an average of 3-4 months for acne to clear. For acne scarring, it can take a few months for light pigmentation to lift and many years of monthly treatments for deep pitted scarring. You will need to use daily sunscreen to help preserve the collagen in your skin, topical vitamin C and peptides to produce collagen at home, plus treatments such as microneedling and microcurrent with stem cells to stimulate new collagen growth from in-spa treatments. I am direct and to the point; it will take time to see skin changes. I am not a miracle worker, but committed to working with you. I will track your progress with photos using a special facial scanner and regular photographs. I will also ask you to sign a photo release form (which you can decline) so I can share your progress in marketing my business. I may use your story for future publications or on my podcast or YouTube channel.
I have a goal to be a leader and innovator in the field of esthetics, and sharing what we can accomplish with others will help many others, in the end, to better understand what is possible with hard work and commitment to the better health of the largest organ of our body (skin).
Limited Availability
I do have limited availability for appointments. If you are interested in a series of treatments and my online hours do not align with your schedule, please feel free to reach out to our reception team at 309-219-1140. I am committed to finding a solution that accommodates your needs and helps you achieve the skin you desire.
Services I Offer
pricing
+ Custom Facial with Elizabeth
A unique facial that is 100% customized for your needs the day of your appointment. Your treatment may include dermaplaning, peels, microdermabrasion, LED therapy, microcurrent, HydroDiamond™, cryotherapy, oxygen infusion, ultrasound, lymphatic facial cupping drainage massage, masks or any other treatment on our menu.
+ Deluxe Custom Facial with elizabeth
Your treatment may include dermaplaning, peels, microdermabrasion, LED therapy, microcurrent, HydroDiamond™, cryotherapy, oxygen infusion, ultrasound, lymphatic facial cupping drainage massage, masks or any other treatment on our menu. This facial will allow additional time for attention and may include body treatments such as massage, microcurrent, body contouring enhancements or more. This treatment will include a culmination of over 20 years of experience as a massage therapist, esthetician and holistic practitioner and may include treatments not listed on our service menu.
+ Female Brazilian
+ Male Brazilian
+ In-Spa Acne Consultation with Digital Diagnostics
Our in-spa acne consultation, designed for new clients, is a comprehensive session led by one of our expert Acne Specialists. During this one-hour session, you can expect the following:
- Thorough visual and palpation skin analysis to determine your specific acne type and grade.
- Computer-aided skin diagnostics providing insights into factors such as pore size, pigmentation, capillary damage severity, scar tissue damage levels, and skin texture.
- Discussion of potential triggers for your acne, such as dietary habits, medications, and cosmetics.
- Guidance on how to evaluate your skincare products for ingredients that may contribute to pore-clogging.
- Education about the development of acne and an overview of our tailored system for targeting and addressing problem areas.
- Evaluating your skin's tolerance for our professional-strength products and conducting an allergy test.
- Developing a personalized homecare regimen tailored to your skin type and acne concerns for the initial two-week period.
You MUST schedule this appointment before scheduling any acne facials with our spa. Without this, we can not guarantee results.
+ In-Spa Acne Consultation with Digital Diagnostics and Full Acne treatment
Our in-spa acne consultation, designed for new clients, is a comprehensive session led by one of our expert Acne Specialists. During this one-hour session, you can expect the following:
- Thorough visual and palpation skin analysis to determine your specific acne type and grade.
- Computer-aided skin diagnostics providing insights into factors such as pore size, pigmentation, capillary damage severity, scar tissue damage levels, and skin texture.
- Discussion of potential triggers for your acne, such as dietary habits, medications, and cosmetics.
- Guidance on how to evaluate your skincare products for ingredients that may contribute to pore-clogging.
- Education about the development of acne and an overview of our tailored system for targeting and addressing problem areas.
- Evaluating your skin's tolerance for our professional-strength products and conducting an allergy test.
- Developing a personalized homecare regimen tailored to your skin type and acne concerns for the initial two-week period.
- Customized acne treatment based on your individual needs and skin type.
+ Acne Treatment - 30 minutes
Acne treatments play a crucial role in effectively addressing acne-prone skin and eliminating blemishes on your face. These treatments are tailored to meet the specific requirements of your skin at the time of each session. Depending on the condition of your skin, it may require additional hydration during one visit, while on other occasions, it may benefit from anti-bacterial and/or anti-inflammatory actions. Our treatments are meticulously designed to cater to individual needs, encompassing essential steps such as cleansing, exfoliation, extractions, and moisturization. The duration of each treatment will vary based on the number of extractions necessary and your personal tolerance level.
+ Acne Treatment - 45 minutes
Acne treatments play a crucial role in effectively addressing acne-prone skin and eliminating blemishes on your face. These treatments are tailored to meet the specific requirements of your skin at the time of each session. Depending on the condition of your skin, it may require additional hydration during one visit, while on other occasions, it may benefit from anti-bacterial and/or anti-inflammatory actions. Our treatments are meticulously designed to cater to individual needs, encompassing essential steps such as cleansing, exfoliation, extractions, and moisturization. The duration of each treatment will vary based on the number of extractions necessary and your personal tolerance level.
+ Acne Treatment - 60 minutes
Acne treatments play a crucial role in effectively addressing acne-prone skin and eliminating blemishes on your face. These treatments are tailored to meet the specific requirements of your skin at the time of each session. Depending on the condition of your skin, it may require additional hydration during one visit, while on other occasions, it may benefit from anti-bacterial and/or anti-inflammatory actions. Our treatments are meticulously designed to cater to individual needs, encompassing essential steps such as cleansing, exfoliation, extractions, and moisturization. The duration of each treatment will vary based on the number of extractions necessary and your personal tolerance level.
+ DEEP PORE CLEANSING FACIAL
We suggest our Deep Pore Cleansing Facial for clients who wish to familiarize themselves with our services or who aren't inclined to commit to our complete Acne Program. This treatment entails an enzyme exfoliation and extraction process. Please note that we won't provide guidance on active products or coaching during this treatment; it is exclusively intended for clients seeking extraction services.
+ Acne Scar Treatments
Many of our clients often ask their first question when starting with us: "How can we eliminate scarring?" It's essential to address the acne issue first; otherwise, the battle against scarring can be a prolonged one.
We recommend introducing Rescue & Repair which contains retinol and niacinamide, a strong vitamin C serum or opting for stronger chemical peels (Bio RePeel) to enhance your skin's texture and tone, aiding in the reduction of scarring.
Acne scars, also known as Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH), can serve as a poignant reminder of past breakouts, regardless of their severity. If you have PIH, these blemishes will naturally diminish within 4-6 months following the healing of the pimple.
PIH is technically referred to as Angiogenesis, a condition characterized by residual redness from prior breakouts. This redness is a result of your body generating new blood vessels during the healing process of pimples. As your body absorbs these vessels, the redness will gradually fade away.
At Vanilla Sugar Face and Body, while we can't make promises of completely eradicating scarring, we offer various methods to help minimize acne scarring. By diligently using our products and adhering to our product recommendations, you will begin to observe a reduction in your acne scarring.
Once you've maintained clear skin for a minimum of 3-6 months, we recommend considering a series of treatments such as microdermabrasion, microneedling, or more potent chemical peels to improve your skin's texture and tone.
*** Please read our cancellation policy before booking.