Katya decided to move from NYC to Austin with her husband during the pandemic and says, “Austin was our sole choice because we loved it so much and couldn’t imagine living anywhere else. The city's vibrant culture and community truly resonate with us.” Spring 2024 she opened facial spa BelVer Studio which has quickly become a local favorite, and the reason why is no surprise. Katya has roots in esthetics. Her mom is an esthetician and she says, It has always been a dream of mine to open my own dedicated space for facial treatments.” When she goes to work massaging your face, it’s nearly impossible not to drop into bliss. Her facials truly help one glow from the inside and out. She shared non-invasive but effective facials she’d recommend for every stage of life, all of which are offered at BelVer and incorporate various European facial techniques.
Can you recommend a facial suited to people in different stages in life?
Each stage of life brings unique skincare needs and understanding these can help you maintain a glowing complexion.
In your 20s, focus on prevention and keeping your skin's natural resilience intact. A HydroDiamond facial is a fantastic option; it deeply cleanses, exfoliates, and hydrates, leaving your skin radiant. Microdermabrasion is also great for gently removing dead skin cells, giving you that smooth, polished look.
As you transition into your 30s, you might notice a few fine lines. This is when hydration and toning become really important. Microcurrent therapy can be a game-changer—it uses low-level electrical currents to lift and tone your facial muscles. LED light therapy is perfect for stimulating collagen production and evening out your skin tone.
When you hit your 40s, hormonal changes can affect firmness and hydration. An Oxylight facial, which combines negative ions therapy with ultrasound technology is rejuvenating and refreshing. You might also want to try a buccal massage; it releases muscle tension and lifts your facial contours.
In your 50s, addressing dryness and deeper lines becomes key. Radiofrequency treatments stimulate collagen and elastin for improved firmness, while chemical peels can enhance skin texture and reduce fine lines and age spots.
In your 60s and beyond, the focus shifts to maintaining skin health and addressing deeper lines. Microneedling creates tiny micro-injuries that stimulate collagen production for firmer skin. This procedure is little more invasive than the rest but gives great results when performed correctly.
How often do you recommend people get facials?
For optimal skin health, I recommend getting a facial every 4 to 6 weeks. This frequency allows the skin to rejuvenate and adapt to various environmental factors and changes in your skincare routine.
If people use one product regularly on their face, what do you recommend it be?
If there’s one product I’d suggest making a staple in your skincare routine, it’s a good serum. Serums are like the superheroes of skincare; they pack a punch with concentrated active ingredients that really target your skin’s specific needs while keeping it hydrated. Biologique Recherche's Serum Matriciel Visage is amazing for giving your skin that lifted, toned look and smoothing out fine lines—perfect for anyone wanting to enhance firmness and elasticity. Omorovicza's Daily Vitamin C serum is fantastic for brightening and protecting your skin. It’s loaded with antioxidants that fight off early signs of aging and help you achieve that radiant glow.
Anything you’d like to add?
I really want to highlight how important it is to listen to your skin and seek out professional guidance. Here’s a fun fact: your skin renews itself about every 28 days, which means it’s constantly changing! This makes it even more crucial to tailor your skincare routine to what your skin needs at any given moment. At BelVer, we’re all about helping each client find the right treatments and products for their unique skincare journey. We run a facial special every month for new clients who want to try out our services. It’s a fantastic way to kick off your journey with us and discover what works best for you.