skin life
Facial and body treatments guided by a personal assessment: deep cleansing, dermaplaning, Geneo, Carbon Peel, Morpheus8, EMSCULPT NEO and diode laser hair removal. Choose your appointment on Booksy.
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We care for your skin
Skin and body care guided by a personal assessment, with time to understand what you need.
25+ years of experience · Greenville, SC
What we do
A space for skin and body care, aesthetic education and professional growth in Greenville.
Essence: skin life, academy and studio
academy
Aesthetics education with Karina Malavé: a 32-hour Basic Aesthetics program, an advanced facial program for active professionals and one- or two-day seminars. Programs are in preparation.
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studio
A future project for independent professionals who want to build their own brand and business in aesthetics.
studio · coming soon
- Consultation
- Deep cleansing facial
- Dermaplaning
- Geneo
- Carbon Peel
- Morpheus8
- Microneedling & radiofrequency
- EMSCULPT NEO
- Mesoéclat
- PRP
- Diode laser hair removal
- Eyecon
Your experience
Every visit begins with a conversation: we listen, assess your skin and explain your options before any treatment.
listen first
Tell us what brings you here and what you hope to understand. We look at your needs and your current routine before discussing a next step.
how a visit works
technology with intention
Morpheus8, EMSCULPT NEO, Geneo and Carbon Peel, explained in clear language. We also tell you when a treatment is not appropriate for you.
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Our difference
- to servewith timeMake room for your questions and your individual needs.
- to helpwith clarityOffer clear guidance so you can make an informed choice.
- to educatewith purposeShare knowledge about care and professional learning.
In their words
Karina is the BEST. Her knowledge, care, and service turn a simple facial into a pure healing ritual. She looks at your skin, finds the exact problem, and fixes it with gentle, magic hands. You leave glowing, relaxed, and so happy.
SusanaDeep cleansing facial
From the moment I walked in, she made me feel completely at ease with her warm and welcoming demeanor. The treatment room was spotless, cozy, and had a very relaxing atmosphere. Karina took the time to thoroughly assess my skin needs and explain the steps of the treatment…
KatherimPost-surgical massage
I had a facial and body treatment done, and the experience was outstanding. Karina explained every step, made me feel comfortable, and my skin feels healthier, brighter, and refreshed. Her professionalism and care truly stand out. I’ll definitely be coming back!
SusanaDeep cleansing facial
I have been looking for someone I could trust within this industry and I have found the perfect person. Karina is excellent, she’s well versed in her expertise, she’s kind and I’m extremely satisfied with everything she’s provided for me.
ClaudiaMorpheus8
…The care and services provided by Karina were received straight from her heart. Being a new patient, this says a lot, and my face feels and looks so rejuvenated with a glow.
AngelicaConsultation & Hydrafacial
…My host was professional, respectful, and knowledgeable. I was blown away by her expertise and demeanor. I would definitely return to use her services and refer her to everyone.
EdwinConsultation
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Essences SkinLife Academy
Learn with us
01For beginners
Basic Aesthetics
32 hours8 modules
Ethics, hygiene, skin anatomy, assessment, cosmetology fundamentals and a guided facial protocol: a structured first step into aesthetics.
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02For active professionals · admission review
Advanced Facial Aesthetics
6 months216 hours12 units
Applied anatomy, assessment, cosmetology, superficial renewal, barrier care and protocol design. Microneedling is covered as theory and simulation.
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03Open sessions and professional workshops
Seminars & workshops
17 topics6 or 12 hours
One- and two-day sessions on skin types, hydration, active ingredients, facial anatomy and aesthetic technology.
see the programPrograms in preparation. Dates, fees and enrollment will be announced.
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