Lush Spa: Choice Skincare

Lush Spa: Choice Skincare owner and lead aesthetician Renee Maloney started her career like many others in the spa business: after graduating from the Aveda Institute, she earned her license and got a skincare job in a high-traffic spa. But eventually, she longed for a new challenge. Wanting to learn the medical side of the beauty world, Maloney went to work for a plastic surgeon and became certified in a list of aesthetic medical treatments as long as the instructions for building a spaceship. With her new knowledge in IPL photofacials, peels, and laser hair removal, Maloney later opened Lush Spa and never looked back. Her modern and minimalistic studio eschews the sterile feel of a doctor's office in favor of the welcoming warmth of a spa with gilded wall art and a mix of modern and classic textures. Each day, Maloney and her team of trained aestheticians combine the power of medical-grade treatments with the luxurious and relaxing elements of a top spa—including facials and waxing—to give clients a warm and professional experience that meets all their needs.