Skin & Ink By Heather
I am a licensed esthetician, helping women not only look good, but also feel good about themselves.
Heather is a professionally licensed and certified clinical esthetician. She graduated from Cinta Aveda Institute in San Francisco where she learned and practiced skincare, waxing (she was taught by one of the best brow artist in San Francisco!), and makeup. While she was at Cinta Aveda, Heather was also part of the Creative Team as a make-up artist, where she attended fashion shows, private photo
07/05/2020
I mean, I’m just kidding...but shouldn’t your largest organ also be your biggest investment, sis? Your future self will thank you! 🔮
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Inspired by the one and only 💖
06/05/2020
Just in time for Mother’s Day! Although, Mother’s Day may look a little different this year, that doesn’t mean we’re not honoring mothers everywhere. 💖 Let your mom know that you’re thinking about her with a virtual gift certificate! ⠀
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This month of May only, gift $100 and receive $20 towards your treatment. ⠀
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✨Mother’s Day GIVEAWAY! ✨⠀
Follow the steps below to enter to win a 30 min Glow + Go treatment! ⠀
1⃣Follow .inkbyheather ⠀
2⃣Like this post ⠀
3⃣Tag a mom you know and love⠀
4⃣Repost on Instastory for an extra entry⠀
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One winner will be announced on SATURDAY 5/09! Good luck! 🤞🏼
06/04/2020
Does anyone else miss when their bathroom looked like they were on an episode of Hoarders? Or when they were stocked on products and didn’t just have empty bottles everywhere? 😭 ⠀
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Look no further, x Skin & Ink to the rescue! If you need to restock or simply want to try out Image Skincare, please DM or text 510-650-8072. I am offering free shipping on Image Skincare orders over $50! Orders over $150 will receive 1 free travel kit aka mini at home facial kit. 🧖♀️💆♀️
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Don’t forget! I’m still offering complimentary 15 minute virtual skin analysis with product recommendations based on your skin needs and goals! So holla at yaaa girl.
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28/03/2020
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Some of my clients have mentioned that WFH has been a challenge for their skin. Myself included! Since my routine is out of wack, I don’t start my skincare regimen until much later than usual. Luckily, I’m not wearing any make up at this time, but still!⠀
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So besides cleansing your skin as soon as you wake up, my tip is to cleanse your skin before dinner! I always make sure to wash my face before dinner. Just in case I fall asleep, I want to make sure I at least take care of my skin (sorry teeth—I’ll brush yaaa when I wake up randomly around 2 am). I also love using my to cleanse, because it does so many things in one! It helps cleanse the skin, removed make up to product build up, while stimulating your skin and gently exfoliating your skin. Which allows better product pe*******on and a more youthful glow! ⠀
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Another thing that I like to do is, apply a mask on my face as I work on some things. My favorite is a leave on mask like Image Vital C Hydrating Enzyme Masque. It not only hydrates my skin, but also helps gently exfoliates! That’s how I squeeze in a mini facial as I work or while watching 90 Days Fiancé. ⠀
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How are you treating your skin during this time? Also what is your favorite cleanser and mask at the moment?
27/03/2020
Did you know — taking bathes can actually help destress, relax your muscles, elevate your mood, help you sleep better, AND improve your immune system! ⠀
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All you need is epsom salts and some essential oils! I’ll list some of my favorite single essential oils that I like to add to my baths down below, but if you want to be a mixologist and blend a few essentials together — mix away! ⠀
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✨ Eucalyptus - is anti-inflammatory for the lungs. It also helps supports upper respiratory help and breaks up congestion. Perfect for fighting infection and extremely helpful for colds or flus! ⠀
✨ Lemon - Helps detox the body by stimulating cellular waste out of the body. ⠀
✨ Lavender - Not only relaxes the mind and body, but can help eliminate harmful bacteria. Also if your skin has been feeling dry and irritated, lavender helps cleanse, soothe, and heal minor skin irritations.⠀
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But if you are tub-less 🛀 and brave enough. Bursts of cold water or cold showers can help improve your immune system too! 🚿 ⠀
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During this time of isolation and WFH, make sure you schedule breaks and loads of self-care. This might be harder for some, but it is very important to keep mind and body healthy!⠀
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So whether that’s giving yourself a 10 minute break, stretching, going on a walk, reading a book, listening to your favorite playlist, online shopping (even if it’s just adding things to cart), journaling, or simply taking a bath. Please take care of yourself! 💖⠀
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26/03/2020
Gua Sha is coming to Skin & Ink!
Don’t worry, there’s going to be a mini fridge at Skin & Ink to keep these babies ice ice cold. ❄️
✨Gua sha helps relax facial muscles + tension
✨Boost blood circulation
✨Banishing bloating of the face
✨Calms inflammation + rosacea
✨Tightens skin
✨Reduce acne
Like this pic + tag a friend to receive a complimentary HF add-on to your treatment once this mandate is over! 💖
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20/03/2020
I mean at least I’m practicing social distancing, right? It’s literally just me, myself, and my FBI agent watching me cry on yet another marathon. 😅 On a more serious note, please be safe and wash those hands! Pretty much as long as the old Grey’s Anatomy theme song, which is about 24 seconds long.
20/03/2020
WOOHOO! We’re moving! 🔑 This is bittersweet for me, as I truly loved my shared studio with . But it is time for a change. We are moving to a new location, just 4 minutes away (with all the dang lights) from the old studio! I’m so excited for this new space and change. I hope to see you at
20632 Redwood Road
Castro Valley, CA 94546 as soon as this mandate is over. Miss all of your pretty faces even more than yesterday.
14/05/2018
25/04/2018
Since my skin is feeling extra crispy in NY, here’s another skin tip for yaaa! 😂🚕🗽
25/04/2018
To my beautiful Mom. 💗She’s the reason I’m going to age gracefully (and the reason it’s going to make being an esthetician so much easier in the future). 😂 Happy Belated Birthday, Mẹ!
24/02/2016
Lazy or just busy? Check out my tips & tricks on how to get gorgeous skin for the lazy or crazy busy days/nights!
Lazy (Or Busy) Girls' Guide to Gorgeous Skin! | Esthetician Talk Whether you're too busy working or too tired from studying, taking care of your skin should be a priority. But like most of you, I understand the struggle! G...
08/10/2015
Save the ta-tas.
19/09/2015
I seriously need to stop (after I have this piece of chocolate cake).
What damage is sugar REALLY doing to our skin? FEMAIL were keen to find out exactly what kind of damage sugar could be having on our looks. We called on genetic imaging specialist, Auriole Prince, to edit an image of a sugar addict.
15/09/2015
Another monthly blog post! This time, fall back in love with berry lips. Get it??
Blush Beauty & Lifestyle Blog: Fall Back in Love with Berry Lips | Autumn/Fall Beauty
24/03/2015
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09/02/2015
Give your skin some extra loving this Valentine's Day! XX
02/02/2015
26/01/2015
Beat the Monday blues with Essie blues!
19/01/2015
Check out the 10 beauty sins for dry and flaky skin on my blog!
Blush Beauty & Lifestyle Blog: 10 Beauty Sins: Dry & Flaky Skin
17/11/2014
And, of course…a daily skincare routine.
11/11/2014
Check out my article on Holistic Fashionista!
http://www.holisticfashionista.com/lifestyle-guide/all/diy-chocolate-facial
DIY Chocolate Facial DIY CHOCOLATE FACIAL Article by Heather Huynh Photo Credit: Pinterest DIY Chocolate Facial Chocolate facials are full of antioxidants, which helps repair your skin cells, hydrate, soothe, and increase plumpness and firmness to your skin! For a little help on sloughing off that dead skin cells of you…
What are you thinking when YOU'RE getting your brows done?!
04/11/2014
Comfortable: 50 People 1 Question Tweet: http://ctt.ec/eYsSu | Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1vfL4dr These days it is so easy to feel insecure about our appearance. Whether it is because of the m...
04/11/2014
How To Prevent Dark Spots There is no denying it -- dark spots and hyperpigmentation age our skin. That’s why it’s so important to get a head start and treat your darks spots as early as possible. To do this, you have to have the right combination of ingredients. Luckily, a brand called Equitance is leading the w…
Skin & Ink
Heather has been a licensed esthetician for 5+ years in San Francisco Bay Area. She graduated from Cinta Aveda Institute and since then has worked at well-known spas all around the Bay Area. She is currently working her magic at Burke Williams Day Spa as an esthetician, while crafting beautiful brows at her studio in Castro Valley.
In her spare time she likes to baby her tripod dog, watch Grey's Anatomy every Thursday, enjoy bottomless mimosas at Sunday Brunch, but mostly you can find her at Target.
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